Kia K2500 Owner's Manual
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Enjoy your vehicle and Kia’s “Family-like Care” experience!
Thank you for becoming the owner of a new Kia vehicle.
As a global car manufacturer focused on building high-quality, value for
money prices, Kia Motors is dedicated to providing you with a customer
service experience that exceeds your expectations.
At all of our Kia dealerships you will be treated with warmth, hospitality
and professionalism by people who care based on our “Family-like Care”
promise.
All information contained in this Owner’s Manual was accurate at the
time of publication. However, Kia reserves the right to make changes
at any time so that our policy of continual product improvement can be
carried out.
This manual applies to all models of this vehicle and includes descrip-
tions and explanations of optional as well as standard equipment. As a
result, you may encounter material in this manual that is not applicable
to your specific Kia vehicle.
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When you require service, remember that your dealer
knows your vehicle best. Your dealer has factory-trained
technicians, recommended special tools, genuine Kia
replacement parts and is dedicated to your complete satisfaction.
Because subsequent owners require this important information as well, this publication should remain with the
vehicle if it is sold.
This manual will familiarize you with operational, maintenance and safety information about your new vehicle. It
is supplemented by a Warranty and Maintenance book
that provides important information on all warranties
regarding your vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with
an audio system, you will also have a Kia Integrated
Audio System manual explaining its operation. We urge
you to read these publications carefully and follow the
recommendations to help assure enjoyable and safe operation of your new vehicle.
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Therefore, the equipment described in this manual, along
with the various illustrations, may not all be applicable to
your particular vehicle.
The information and specifications provided in this manual were accurate at the time of printing. Kia reserves the
right to discontinue or change specifications or design at
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check with an authorized Kia dealer.
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Foreword
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Introduction
Your vehicle at a glance
Knowing your vehicle
Driving your vehicle
Driving tips
In case of an emergency
Maintenance
Specifications
Index
table of contents
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How to use this manual / 1-2
Vehicle break-in process / 1-3
Introduction
Introduction
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We want to help you get the greatest
possible driving pleasure from your
vehicle. Your Owner’s Manual can
assist you in many ways. We strongly recommend that you read the
entire manual. Especially, in order to
prevent death or injury, at the very
least, you must read the WARNING
and CAUTION sections spread
throughout the manual, which are
easily recognized by their special
markings listed.
Illustrations complement the words
in this manual to best explain how to
enjoy your vehicle. By reading your
manual, you learn about features,
important safety information, and
driving tips under various road conditions.
The general layout of the manual is
provided in the Table of Contents. A
good place to start is the index;it has
an alphabetical listing of all information in your manual.
Sections:This manual has eight sections plus an index. Each section
begins with a brief list of contents so
you can tell at a glance if that section
has the information you want.
You’ll find various WARNING’s,
CAUTION’s, and NOTICE’s in this
manual. These WARNING’s,
CAUTION’s and NOTICE’s were prepared to enhance your personal
safety and continued satisfaction
with Kia vehicle.You should carefully
read and follow ALL procedures and
recommendations provided in these
WARNING’s, CAUTION’s and
NOTICE’s.
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NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates a situation in
which damage to your vehicle could
result if the notice is ignored.
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WARNING
A WARNING indicates a situation
in which serious bodily injury or
death could result if the warning
is ignored.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a situation
in which personal injury, perhaps
severe, could result if the caution
is ignored.
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Introduction
VEHICLE BREAK-IN
PROCESS
No special break-in period is needed.By following a few simple precautions for the first 1,000 km (600
miles) you may add to the performance, economy and life of your vehicle.
• Do not race the engine.
• Do not maintain a single speed for
long periods of time, either fast or
slow. Varying engine speed is
needed to properly break-in the
engine.
• Avoid hard stops, except in emergencies, to allow the brakes to seat
properly.
• Avoid full-throttle starts.
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Exterior overview / 2-2
Interior overview / 2-3
Your vehicle at a glance
Your vehicle at a glance
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EXTERIOR OVERVIEW
1. Hood
2. Headlights
3.Wiper
4. Door
5. Side gate/Rear gate
6.Tire
7.Window
8. Antenna
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Your vehicle at a glance
INTERIOR OVERVIEW
1. Door lock/unlock button
2. Power window switches *
3. Brake/clutch fluid
4. Instrument cluster
5. Light control/Turn signals
6.Wiper/Washer
7. Glove box
8. Hood release lever
9. Headlight leveling device *
10. Steering wheel
11. Shift lever
12. Parking brake
13.Vent controls
14. Fog light *
15. Hazard
16. Audio *
17. Climate control system *
18. Cigar lighter
19. Ashtray
* : if equipped
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Keys / 3-2
Remote keyless entry / 3-5
Door locks / 3-8
Window / 3-11
Seat / 3-13
Safety belts / 3-19
Air bag - supplemental restraint system / 3-33
Hood / 3-43
Rear gate / 3-44
Side gate / 3-45
Fuel filler / 3-46
Mirrors / 3-47
Interior lights / 3-48
Storage compartment / 3-49
Interior features / 3-51
Exterior tool box (For 1.4 ton only) / 3-54
Audio system / 3-55
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Record your key number
The key code number
is stamped on the
key code tag
attached to the key
set. Should you lose
your keys, this number will enable an
authorized Kia dealer to duplicate
the keys easily. Remove the key
code tag and store it in a safe place.
Also, record the key code number
and keep it in a safe place (not in the
vehicle).
Key operations
Used to start the engine, lock and
unlock the doors.
Type B
To unfold the key, press the release
button then the key will unfold automatically.
To fold the key, fold the key manually
while pressing the release button.
KEYS
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■ Type A
■ Type B
CAUTION
Do not fold the key without
pressing the release button.
This may damage the key.
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Immobilizer system
(if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with
an electronic engine immobilizer system to reduce the risk of unauthorized vehicle use.
Your immobilizer system is comprised of a small transponder in the
ignition key and electronic devices
inside the vehicle.
With the immobilizer system, whenever you insert your ignition key into
the ignition switch and turn it to ON,
it checks and determines and verifies
if the ignition key is valid or not.
If the key is determined to be valid,
the engine will start.
If the key is determined to be invalid,
the engine will not start.
To deactivate the immobilizer
system:
Insert the ignition key into the key
cylinder and turn it to the ON position.
To activate the immobilizer system:
Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. The immobilizer system activates automatically. Without a valid
ignition key for your vehicle, the
engine will not start.
WARNING - Ignition key
Leaving children unattended in a
vehicle with the ignition key is
dangerous even if the key is not
in the ignition switch. Children
copy adults and they could place
the key in the ignition switch.The
ignition key would enable children to operate power windows
or other controls, or even make
the vehicle move, which could
result in serious bodily injury or
even death. Never leave the keys
in your vehicle with unsupervised children, when the engine
is running.
WARNING
Use only Kia original parts for the
ignition key in your vehicle. If an
aftermarket key is used, the ignition switch may not return to ON
after START. If this happens, the
starter will continue to operate
causing damage to the starter
motor and possible fire due to
excessive current in the wiring.
WARNING
In order to prevent theft of your
vehicle, do not leave spare keys
anywhere in your vehicle. Your
Immobilizer password is a customer unique password and
should be kept confidential. Do
not leave this number anywhere
in your vehicle.
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NOTICE
When starting the engine, do not
use the key with other immobilizer
keys around. Otherwise the
engine may not start or may stop
soon after it starts. Keep each key
separately in order to avoid a
starting malfunction.
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NOTICE
We recommend that you consult
an authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION
The transponder in your ignition
key is an important part of the
immobilizer system. It is
designed to give years of trouble-free service, however you
should avoid exposure to moisture, static electricity and rough
handling. Immobilizer system
malfunction could occur.
CAUTION
Do not change, alter or adjust the
immobilizer system because it
could cause the immobilizer system to malfunction. We recommend that the system be serviced by an authorized Kia dealer.
Malfunctions caused by improper alterations, adjustments or
modifications to the immobilizer
system are not covered by your
vehicle manufacturer warranty.
CAUTION
Do not put metal accessories
near the ignition switch. Metal
accessories may interrupt the
transponder signal and may
prevent the engine from being
started.
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Remote keyless entry system
operations
Lock (1)
1. Close all doors.
2. Press the lock button.
3.The hazard warning light will blink
once to indicate that all doors are
locked.
Unlock (2)
1. Press the unlock button.
2.The hazard warning lights will
blink twice to indicate that all
doors are unlocked.
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NOTICE
After unlocking all doors, the doors
will lock automatically unless a door
is opened within 30 seconds.
Transmitter precautions
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NOTICE
The transmitter will not work if any
of following occur:
• The ignition key is in ignition
switch.
- You exceed the operating dis-
tance limit (about 10 m [30 feet]).
- The battery in the transmitter is
weak.
- Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal.
- The weather is extremely cold.
- The transmitter is close to a
radio transmitter such as a radio
station or an airport which can
interfere with normal operation
of the transmitter.
• When the transmitter does not
work properly, open and close the
door with the ignition key. If you
have a problem with the transmitter, we recommend that you contact an authorized Kia dealer.
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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED)
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• If the transmitter is in close proximity to your cell phone or smart
phone, the signal from the transmitter could be blocked by normal
operation of your cell phone or
smart phone. This is especially
important when the phone is
active such as making call, receiving calls, text messaging, and/or
sending/receiving emails. Avoid
placing the transmitter and your
cell phone or smart phone in the
same pants or jacket pocket and
maintain adequate distance
between the two devices.
Battery replacement
The transmitter uses a 3 volt lithium
battery which will normally last for
several years. When replacement is
necessary, use the following procedure.
CAUTION
• Keep the transmitter away
from water or any liquid. If the
keyless entry system is inoperative due to exposure to
water or liquids, it will not be
covered by your manufacturer
vehicle warranty.
• Keep the transmitter away from
electromagnetic materials that
blocks electromagnetic waves
to the key surface.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not
expressly appro ved by the party
responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment. If the
keyless entry system is inoperative due to changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance, it will not be covered by
your manufacturer’s vehicle
warranty.
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1. Insert a slim tool into the slot and
gently pry open the transmitter
center cover (1).
2. Replace the battery with new one.
When replacing the battery, make
sure the battery position.
3. Install the battery in the reverse
order of removal.
For replacement transmitters, we
recommend that you contact an
authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION
• The keyless entry system
transmitter is designed to give
you years of trouble-free use,
however it can malfunction if
exposed to moisture or static
electricity. If you are unsure
how to use your transmitter or
replace the battery, we recommend that you contact an
authorized Kia dealer.
• Using the wrong battery can
cause the transmitter to malfunction. Be sure to use the
correct battery.
• To avoid damaging the transmitter, don't drop it, g et it wet,
or expose it to heat or sunlight.
CAUTION
An inappropriately disposed
battery can be harmful to the
environment and human health.
Dispose the battery according to
your local law(s) or regulation.
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Operating door locks from
outside the vehicle
• Turn the key toward rear of vehicle
to lock and toward front of vehicle
to unlock. (Type A)
• Turn the key toward rear of vehicle
to unlock and toward front of vehicle to lock. (Type B)
• Once the doors are unlocked, it
may be opened by pulling the door
handle.
• When closing the door, push the
door by the hand. Make sure that
doors are closed securely.
To lock a door without the key, push
the inside door lock button (➀) to the
“Lock” position and close the door
(➁).
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NOTICE
Always remove the ignition key,
engage the parking brake, close all
windows and lock all doors when
leaving your vehicle unattended.
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NOTICE
If the door is locked/unlocked multiple times in rapid succession with
either the vehicle key or door lock
button, the system may stop operating temporarily in order to protect
the circuit and prevent damage to
system components.
DOOR LOCKS
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Loc
Lockk
Loc
Lockk
Unloc
Unlockk
Unloc
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CAUTION
• The doors should always be
fully closed and locked while
the vehicle is in motion to prevent accidental opening of the
door. Locked doors will also
discourage potential intruders
when the vehicle stops or
slows.
• Be careful when opening
doors and watch for vehicles,
motorcycles, bicycles or
pedestrians approaching the
vehicle in the path of the door.
Opening a door when something is approaching can
cause damage or injury.
Operating door locks from
inside the vehicle
• To unlock a door, push the door
lock button to the “Unloc k”position.
• To lock a door, push the door lock
button (
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the door is locked, red part (➁) of
the knob becomes invisible.
• To open a door, pull the door handle (➂).
Central door lock system
(if equipped)
If you lock/unlock the driver’s door
with a key or door lock button, front
doors will lock/unlock automatically.
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Lock
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Lock
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Lock
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WARNING
Leaving your vehicle unlocked
can invite theft or possible harm
to you or others from someone
hiding in your vehicle while you
are gone. Always remove the
ignition key, engage the parking
brake, close all windows and
lock all doors when leaving y our
vehicle unattended.
WARNING - Unattended
children
An enclosed vehicle can
become extremely hot, causing
death or severe injury to unattended children or animals who
cannot escape the vehicle.
Furthermore, children might
operate features of the vehicle
that could injure them, or they
could encounter other harm,
possibly from someone gaining
entry to the vehicle. Never leave
children or animals unattended
in your vehicle.
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CAUTION
• Make sure heads and hands
are safely out of the way
before closing a window.
• Do not allow children to play
with the power windows.
Serious injury can result from
unintentional window operation by the child.
• Do not extend face or arms
outside through the window
opening while driving.
• Always double check to make
sure all arms, hands and other
obstructions are safely out of
the way before closing a window.
Manual windows (if equipped)
Use the window crank to open and
close each window.
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NOTICE
If you notice buffeting and pulsation
(wind shock) with either side window open, you should open the
opposite window slightly to reduce
the condition.
Power windows (if equipped)
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position for power windows to operate. Front doors have a power window switch that controls that door’s
window.
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NOTICE
To prevent the power window system from the possibility of damage,
do not open or close two windows at
the same time. This will also ensure
the longevity of the fuse.
WINDOWS
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Window opening and closing
The driver’s door has a master po wer
window switch that controls the front
windows in the vehicle. To open or
close a window, press down (
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pull up (➀) the front portion of the
corresponding switch.
Power window timer (if equipped)
The power windows can be operated
for approximately 30 seconds after
the ignition key is removed or turned
to the ACC or LOCK position.
However, if the front doors are
opened, the power windows cannot
be operated even within the 30 seconds after the ignition key removal.
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Passenger’s door
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Front seat adjustment
Adjust the seat before driving, and
make sure the seat is locked securely by trying to move forward and
backward without using the control
lever. If the seat moves, it is not
locked properly.
Adjusting the seat forward and
backward (driver’s seat)
To move the seat forward or backward:
1.Pull the seat slide adjustment
lever under the front edge of the
seat cushion up and hold it.
2. Slide the seat to the position you
desire.
3. Release the lever and make sure
the seat is locked in place.
SEAT
WARNING
• Loose objects in the driver’s
foot area could interfere with
the operation of the foot pedals, possibly causing an accident. Loose objects might
interfere with the seat slide
mechanism. Do not place anything under the front seats.
• Children should never be left
unattended in the car.
• Use extreme caution when
picking small objects trapped
under the seats or between
the seat and the center console. Your hands might be cut
or injured by the sharp edges
of the seat mechanism.
WARNING
- Driver’s seat
• Never attempt to adjust seat
while the vehicle is moving.
This could result in loss of
control, and an accident causing death, serious injury, or
property damage.
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• Do not allow anything to interfere with the normal position of
the seatback. Storing items
against a seatback or in any
other way interfering with proper locking of a seatback could
result in serious or fatal injury
in a sudden stop or collision.
• Always drive and ride with
your seatback upright and the
lap portion of the safety belt,
or lap belt, snug and low
across the hips. This position
puts your safety belts in the
best position to protect you in
case of an accident.
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Adjusting the seatback recliner
(if equipped)
To recline the seatback:
1. Lean forward slightly and lift up on
the seatback recline lev er located on
the outside of the seat, at the rear.
2. Carefully lean back on the seat
and adjust the seatback to the
position you desire.
3. Release the lever and make sure
the seatback is locked in place .(The
lever MUST return to its original
position for the seatback to lock.)
Lumbar support (for driver’s seat)
The lumbar support can be adjusted
by moving the lever. Pivoting the
lever increases or decreases lumbar
support.
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WARNING
Driving or riding in a vehicle
with a front seatback reclined
could lead to serious or fatal
injury in an accident. If a front
seat is reclined during an accident, the occupant’s hips may
slide under the lap portion of the
safety belt applying great force
to the unprotected abdomen or
neck. Serious or fatal internal
injuries could result. Keep the
seatbacks in a comfortably
upright position whenever the
vehicle is in motion.
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Headrest adjustment
Adjusting the height up and down
The headrest not only provides comfort for the driver and passengers,
but also helps to protect the head
and neck in the event of a collision.
To raise the headrest, pull it up to the
desired position. To lower the headrest, push and hold the release button on the headrest support and
lower the headrest to the desired
position. For best protection, adjust
the headrest so its center is as high
as your ears.
Removal and installation
To remove the headrest:
1. Recline the seatback (2) with the
recline lever (1).
2. Raise headrest as far as it can go.
3. Press the headrest release button
(3) while pulling the headrest up (4).
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CAUTION
If you recline the seatback
towards the front with the headrest and seat cushion raised,
the headrest may come in contact with the sunvisor or other
parts of the vehicle.
WARNING
NEVER allow anyone to ride in a
seat with the headrest removed.
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To reinstall the headrest :
1. Put the headrest poles (2) into the
holes while pressing the release
button (1).
2. Recline the seatback (4) with the
recline lever (3).
3. Adjust the headrest to the appropriate height.
Center seat
To use it as a console box, push
down the release lever beside the
seat and fold the seatback forward.
To use it as a seat, push down the
release lever beside the seat and
stand the seatback upright.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of head and
neck injuries, do not drive the
vehicle with the headrest
removed or improperly positioned.
Do not adjust the driver’s headrest while driving.
WARNING
Always make sure the headrest
locks into position after reinstalling and adjusting it properly.
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Rear seat cushion under box
There is multipurpose receipt space
under the rear seat cushion.
1. Unsnap the clasps at the front of
the seat cushion.
2. Raise up the seat cushion at the
rear of the seat cushion.
WARNING
When you return the seat cushion to its original position, make
sure the safety belts are in position to be accessible and to
function properly.
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CAUTION
When you fold the center seatback, put the center safety belt
into the parking brake lever
cover. Doing so can prevent the
safety belt from being damaged
by the center seatback.
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Engine room access
Front passenger’s seat
To access the engine room under the
front passenger’s seat,
1.Fold the passenger’s seatback
and center seatback.
2. Unsnap the clasps (
➀
) at the front
of the seat cushion.
3. Lift the seat cushion and fasten
the seat cushion with the strap.
W ARNING- 2.5L Engine
Never work on injection system
with engine running or within 30
seconds after shutting off
engine. High-pressure pump, rail,
injectors and high-pressure
pipes are subject to high pressure even after the engine
stopped.The fuel jet produced by
fuel leaks may cause serious
injury, if it touches the body.
People using pacemakers should
not move than 30cm closer to the
ECU or wiring harness within the
engine room while engine is running, since the high currents in
the electronic engine control system produce considerable magnetic fields.
WARNING
Do not leave gloves, rags or any
other combustible material in
the engine compartment. Doing
so may cause a heat-induced
fire.
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Safety belt restraint system
We strongly recommend that the
driver and all passengers be properly restrained at all times by using the
safety belts provided with the vehicle. Proper use of the safety belts
decreases the risk of severe injury or
death in accidents or sudden stops.
Front seats have lap/shoulder belts.
Inertial locks in the safety belt retractors allow all of the lap/shoulder safety belts to remain unlocked during
normal vehicle operation.This allows
the occupants some freedom of
movement and increased comfort
while using the safety belts.If a force
is applied to the vehicle, such as a
strong stop, a sharp turn, or a collision, the safety belt retractors will
automatically lock the safety belts.
Since the inertial locks do not require
a collision in order to lock up, you
may become aware of the safety
belts locking while braking or going
around sharp corners.
Safety belts provide the best restraint
when:
• The seatback is upright.
• The occupant is sitting upright (not
slouched).
• The lap belt is snug across the hips.
• The shoulder belt is snug across
the chest.
• The knees are straight forward.
To help you remember to fasten your
safety belt, a warning light will come
on.
SAFETY BELTS
WARNING - Safety belts
• To minimize the risk of serious
or fatal injury in an accident,
the driver and all passengers
should use the appropriate
safety restraints for their age
and size.
• Never wear a seat belt over
fragile objects. If there is a
sudden stop or impact, the
seat belt can damage it.
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WARNING - After a colli-
sion
• Lap/shoulder belt assemblies
may be stretched or damaged
when subjected to the stress
and forces of a collision.
• The entire restraint system
should be inspected following
any collision. All belts, retractors, anchors and hardware
damaged by a collision should
be replaced before the vehicle
is operated again.
WARNING - Cargo area
Passengers should never be
allowed to ride in the cargo area
of a vehicle. No safety belts are
provided for the cargo area.
Persons riding in the vehicle
without a fastened safety belt
are much more likely to suffer
serious bodily injury or death
during an accident.
WARNING - Twisted belts
A twisted or jammed safety belt
cannot restrain you properly. If
you cannot untwist or unjam the
safety belt, we recommend that
you contact an authorized Kia
dealer.Never drive or ride with a
twisted or jammed safety belt.
WARNING - Belt use
Safety belts must be used correctly to work properly in an
accident. Each seating position
in your vehicle has a specific
safety belt assembly that
includes a buckle and tongue
designed to be used together.
For greatest effectiveness, follow these guidelines in using
safety belts:
• Use the shoulder portion of
the safety belt on the outside
shoulder only. Never wear the
shoulder portion under the
arm.
• Never swing the safety belt
around your neck to fit over
the inside shoulder.
• Never wear the shoulder portion of the safety belt across
the neck or face.
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CAUTION
Never close the doors on any
part of the lap or shoulder belt.
It can damage the safety belt or
buckle which could increase the
risk of injury in case of an accident.
WARNING - Safety belt
care
• A damaged belt may not give
you the protection y ou need in
an accident.
• Inspect your safety belts periodically for excessive wear or
damage. Pull out each belt
fully and look for fraying,cuts,
burns or other damage. Pull
the safety belt out and let it
retract a number of times.
Make sure that the lap/shoulder belts return smoothly and
easily into the retractor.
• Check the latches to make
sure they latch and release
without interference or delay.
• Never close the doors on any
part of the lap or shoulder
belt.
• Any belt not in good condition
or in good working order
should be promptly replaced.
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• Wear the lap portion as low as
possible. Be sure that the lap
belt fits snugly around the
hips. Never wear a lap portion
of a lap/shoulder belt over
your waist; it should always
go over the stronger area of
your hips.
• Never use a single safety belt
for more than one person.
• The front seatbacks should
always remain in a comfortable, upright position when
the vehicle is moving.
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