Kia Optima 2015 Owner's Manual

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Kia, THE COMPANY

Thank you for becoming the owner of a new Kia vehicle.

As a global car manufacturer focused on building high-quality vehicles with exceptional value, Kia Motors is dedicated to providing you with a customer service experience that exceeds your expectations.

All information contained in this Owner’s Manual is 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 descriptions 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.

Drive safely and enjoy your Kia!

F o r e w o r d

Thank you for choosing a Kia vehicle.

When you require service, remember that your Kia dealer knows your vehicle best. Your dealer has factory-trained technicians, recommended special tools and genuine Kia replacement parts. It is dedicated to your complete customer 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 Consumer Information manual that provides important information on all warranties regarding your vehicle.

We urge you to read these publications carefully and follow the recommendations to help assure enjoyable and safe operation of your new vehicle.

Kia offers a great variety of options, components and features for its various models. Therefore, some of the equipment described in this manual, along with the various illustrations, may not 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 any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. If you have questions, always check with your Kia dealer.

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Introduction		1
How to use this manual / Fuel requirements / Vehicle break-in process


Your vehicle at a glance		2
Exterior overview / Interior overview / Instrument panel overview / Engine compartment


Safety features of your vehicle		3
Seats / Seat belts / Child restraint system / Air bag

Features of your vehicle

Keys / Door locks / Trunk / Windows / Hood / Fuel filler lid / Sunroof / Steering wheel / Mirrors / Instrument cluster / Lighting / Wipers & Washers / Climate control system / Audio system / Etc.

table of contents	Driving your vehicle

Before driving / Engine start/stop button / Transaxle / Brake system / Cruise control system /

Active ECO system / Winter driving / Vehicle load limit / Etc.

What to do in an emergency

Road warning / Emergency while driving / Emergency starting / Engine overheat / Flat tire / Towing / Etc.

			Maintenance		7
			Engine compartment / Maintenance service / Engine oil / Engine coolant / Brake fluid / Washer fluid /		7
			Parking brake / Air cleaner / Wiper blades / Battery / Tire and wheels / Fuses / Etc.

			Specifications & Consumer information		8


			Index		I

Introduction

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .How to use this manual	1-2	1
Fuel requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1-3

• Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol . . . . . . . . . 1-3

• Gasoline containing MMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

• Use of MTBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

• Do not use methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

• Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

• Operation in foreign countries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Vehicle break-in process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Vehicle Data Collection and

Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Introduction

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

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. In order to minimize the chance of death or injury, you must read the WARNING and CAUTION sections in the manual.

Illustrations complement the words in this manual to best explain how to enjoy your vehicle. By reading your manual, you will 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. Use the index when looking for a specific area or subject; it has an alphabetical listing of all located in the back of this 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 will find various types of safety instructions in this manual. These instructions were prepared to enhance your personal safety. Carefully read and follow ALL procedures and recommendations provided in these instructions.

WARNING

A WARNING indicates a situation in which harm, serious bodily injury or death could result if the warning is ignored.

CAUTION

A CAUTION indicates a situation in which damage to your vehicle could result if the caution is ignored.

NOTICE

A NOTICE indicates interesting or helpful information is being provided.

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FUEL REQUIREMENTS

Your new Kia vehicle is designed to use only unleaded fuel having a pump octane number ((R+M)/2) of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.

Your new vehicle is designed to obtain maximum performance with UNLEADED FUEL, as well as minimize exhaust emissions and spark plug fouling.

Never add any fuel system cleaning agents to the fuel tank other than what has been specified. (Consult an authorized Kia dealer for details.)

WARNING - Refueling

•Do not "top off" after the nozzle automatically shuts off. Attempts to force more fuel into the tank can cause fuel overflow onto you and the ground causing a risk of fire.

•Always check that the fuel cap is installed securely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident.

Introduction

Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol

Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and ethanol (also known as grain alcohol), and gasoline or gasohol containing methanol (also known as wood alcohol) are being marketed along with or instead of leaded or unleaded gasoline.

Pursuant to EPA regulations, ethanol may be used in your vehicle.

Do not use gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol, and do not use gasoline or gasohol containing any methanol. Ethanol provides less energy than gasoline and it attracts water, and it is thus likely to reduce your fuel efficiency and could lower your MPG results.

Methanol may cause drivability problems and damage to the fuel system.

Discontinue using gasohol of any kind if drivability problems occur.

Vehicle damage or drivability problems may not be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty if they result from the use of:

1.Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol.

2.Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol.

"E85" fuel is an alternative fuel comprised of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline, and is manufactured exclusively for use in Flexible Fuel Vehicles. “E85” is not compatible with your vehicle. Use of “E85” may result in poor engine performance and damage to your vehicle's engine and fuel system. Kia recommends that customers do not use fuel with an ethanol content exceeding 10 percent.

NOTICE

Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover damage to the fuel system or any performance problems caused by the use of “E85” fuel.

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Introduction

Gasoline containing MMT

Some gasoline contains harmful manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT (Methylcyclopentadi- enyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).

Kia does not recommend the use of gasoline containing MMT.

This type of fuel can reduce vehicle performance and affect your emission control system.

The malfunction indicator lamp on the cluster may come on.

Use of MTBE

Kia recommends avoiding fuels containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) in your vehicle.

Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) may reduce vehicle performance and produce vapor lock or hard starting.

CAUTION

Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty may not cover damage to the fuel system and any performance problems that are caused by the use of fuels containing methanol or fuels containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight.)

Do not use methanol

Fuels containing methanol (wood alcohol) should not be used in your vehicle. This type of fuel can reduce vehicle performance and damage components of the fuel system.

Fuel Additives

Kia recommends that you use good quality gasolines treated with detergent additives such as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline, which helps prevent deposit formation in the engine. These gasolines will help the engine run cleaner and enhance performance of the Emission Control System. For more information on TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline, please go to the website (www.toptiergas.com).

For Customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, and have problems starting or the engine does not run smoothly, additives that you can buy separately may be added to the gasoline. If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive added to the fuel tank at 7,500 miles or every engine oil change is recommended. Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.

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Introduction

Operation in foreign countries

If you are going to drive your vehicle in another country, be sure to:

•Observe all regulations regarding registration and insurance.

•Determine that acceptable fuel is available.

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.

•While driving, keep your engine speed (rpm, or revolutions per minute) between 2,000 rpm and 4,000 rpm.

•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.

•Don't tow a trailer during the first 2,000 km (1,200 miles) of operation.

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Introduction

VEHICLE DATA COLLECTION AND EVENT DATA RECORDERS

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

*How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

*Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/ fastened;

*How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,

*How fast the vehicle was traveling.

These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.

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Your vehicle at a glance

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Exterior overview	2-2
Interior overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	2-4
Instrument panel overview	2-5
Instrument panel overview	2-5	2
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	2-6	2

Your vehicle at a glance

EXTERIOR OVERVIEW

Front view

1. Hood .....................................................		4-30
2. Head lamp .................................		4-100, 7-79
3. Fog lamp ...................................		4-104, 7-84
4. Wheel and tire ......................................		7-47
5.	Outside rearview mirror ........................	4-55
6.	Front windshield wiper blades ...	4-105, 7-42
7. Windows ...............................................		4-25

The actual shape may differ from the illustration.

OTF014003N

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Your vehicle at a glance

Rear view

8.	Door locks.............................................	4-18
9.	Fuel filler lid ..........................................	4-32
10. Rear combination lamp.......................		7-85
11. High mounted stop lamp ....................		7-88
12. Trunk ...................................................		4-22
13. Antenna ............................................		4-148
14. Back-Up Warning System...................		4-94
15. Rear Camera Display .........................		4-97

The actual shape may differ from the illustration.

OTF014004

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Your vehicle at a glance

INTERIOR OVERVIEW


1.	Driver position memory system ........			4-40
2.	Door lock/unlock button ....................			4-18
3.	Outside rearview mirror control
	switch ................................................			4-55
4. Power window lock button ................				4-29
5. Power window switches ....................				4-25
6.	Central door lock switch....................			4-19
7.	Instrument panel illumination
	control knob ......................................			4-59
8. ESC OFF button ...............................				5-26
9.	Steering wheel heater On/Off button ..			4-44
10. BSD On/Off button..........................				5-41
11.		Steering wheel tilt lever...................		4-43
12. Fuse box .........................................				7-61
13.		Hood release lever..........................		4-30
14.		Parking brake pedal........................		5-22
15. Brake pedal.....................................				5-20
16.		Accelerator pedal...................	5-11, 5-12
17.		Fuel filler lid release lever...............		4-32
18. Trunk lid release lever .....................				4-22

The actual shape may differ from the illustration.

OTF014001N

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Your vehicle at a glance

INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW


1.	Instrument cluster .............................			4-58
2.	Light control / Turn signals...		4-100, 4-103
3. Wiper/Washer .................................				4-105
4. Horn ..................................................				4-43
5.	Steering wheel audio control ..........			4-149
6.	Auto cruise control ............................			5-34
7.	Driver’s air bag..................................			3-47
8.	Steering wheel ..................................			4-42
9.	Ignition switch or
	ENGINE START/STOP button.....			5-6, 5-8
10.		Digital clock...................................		4-144
11. Hazard ..............................................				6-2
12. Audio.............................................				4-148
13.		Climate control system ......	4-113, 4-122
14.		Shift lever ........................................		5-14
15. Aux, USB and iPod® port ..............				4-150
16.		Power outlet ..................................		4-143
17. Seat warmer ...................................				3-11
18.		Passenger’s air bag ........................		3-47
19. Glove box......................................				4-139

The actual shape may differ from the illustration.

OTF015002N

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Your vehicle at a glance

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

■ 2.4L Engine

1.	Engine coolant reservoir...................	7-31
2.	Engine oil filler cap ...........................	7-29
3.	Brake fluid reservoir..........................	7-34
4.	Air cleaner.........................................	7-37
5. Fuse box ...........................................		7-61
■ 2.0L Engine	Positive battery terminal	7-44
6.	Positive battery terminal	7-44
7.	Negative battery terminal..................	7-44
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir .....		7-35
9.	Radiator cap .....................................	7-32
10. Engine oil dipstick ...........................		7-29

* The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

OTF074002N/OYF071200N

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Safety features of your vehicle

Seat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

• Front seat adjustment - manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

• Front seat adjustment - power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

• Seat warmer (front). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

• Air ventilation seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

• Seatback pocket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13

• Rear seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14

• Seat warmer (rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

• Armrest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

• Folding the rear seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18

• Seat belt restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18

• Pre-tensioner seat belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24

• Seat belt precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26

• Care of seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28

Child restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29

• Using a child restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30

• Tether anchorage system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33

• Lower anchor system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34

Air bag - advanced supplemental restraint

system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36

• How does the air bag system operate . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37

• Air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-39

• SRS components and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-40

• Occupant detection system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-42

• Driver's and passenger's front air bag . . . . . . . . . . . 3-47

• Side air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-50

• Curtain air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-51

• Inflation and non-inflation conditions of the air bag . . 3-52

• SRS Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-57

• Air bag warning label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-58

Safety features of your vehicle

SEAT

Driver’s seat

(1) Seat adjustment, forward / backward

(2) Seatback recliner

(3) Seat adjustment, height

(4) Lumbar support

(5) Driver position memory system

(6) Seat warmer switch

(7) Headrest

Front passenger’s seat

(8) Seat adjustment, forward / backward

(9) Seatback recliner

(10) Seat warmer switch

(11) Headrest

Rear seat

(12) Seat warmer

(13) Armrest

(14) Headrest

(15) Seat-back folding lever

OTF034001L

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WARNING - Loose objects

Do not place anything in the driver's foot well or under the front seats. Loose objects in the driver's foot area could interfere with the operation of the foot pedals.

WARNING - Uprighting seat

Do not press the release lever on a manual seatback without holding and controlling the seatback. The seatback will spring upright possibly impacting you or other passengers.

WARNING - Driver responsibility for passengers

1KMN3661

The driver must advise the passenger to keep the seatback in an upright position whenever the vehicle is in motion. If a seat is reclined during an accident, the restraint system's ability to restrain will be greatly reduced.

Safety features of your vehicle

WARNING - Seat cushion

Occupants should never sit on seat cushions. The passenger's hips may slide under the lap portion of the seat belt during an accident or a sudden stop.

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Safety features of your vehicle

WARNING - Driver’s seat

•Never attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving. This could result in loss of control of your vehicle.

•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 a serious or fatal injury in a sudden stop or collision.

•Sit as far back as possible from the steering wheel while still maintaining comfortable control of your vehicle. A distance of at least 10" from your chest to the steering wheel is recommended. Failure to do so could result in airbag inflation injuries to the driver.

WARNING - Seat

adjustment

•Do not adjust the seat while wearing seat belts. Moving the seat forward will cause strong pressure on the abdomen.

•Do not place your hand near the seat bottom or seat track while adjusting the seat. Your hand could get caught in the seat mechanism.

Front seat adjustment - manual

Forward and backward

OTF030002

To move the seat forward or backward:

1.Pull the seat slide adjustment lever 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.

Adjust the seat before driving, and make sure the seat is locked securely by trying to move forward and backward without using the lever. If the seat moves, it is not locked properly.

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WARNING - Unexpected seat movement

After adjusting a manual seat, always check that it is locked by shifting your weight to the front and back. Sudden or unexpected movement of the driver's seat could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.

	Safety features of your vehicle

Seatback angle	Seat Cushion height
	(for driver's seat)

OTF030003

To recline the seatback:

1.Lean forward slightly and lift up the seatback recline lever.

2.Carefully lean back on the seat and adjust the seatback of the seat 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.)

OTF030004

To change the height of the seat cushion push the lever upwards or downwards.

•To lower the seat cushion, push the lever down several times.

•To raise the seat cushion, push the lever up several times.

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Safety features of your vehicle

Lumbar support (for driver’s seat)

OTF030005

Press the front portion of the switch to increase support, or the rear portion of the switch to decrease support.

Front seat adjustment - power (if equipped)

The front seat can be adjusted by using the control switch located on the outside of the seat cushion. Before driving, adjust the seat to the proper position so as to easily control the steering wheel, pedals and switches on the instrument panel.

WARNING

The power seat is operable with the ignition OFF.

Therefore, children should never be left unattended in the vehicle.

CAUTION

•The power seat is driven by an electric motor. Stop operating once the adjustment is completed. Excessive operation may damage the electrical equipment.

•When in operation, the power seat consumes a large amount of electrical power. To prevent unnecessary charging system drain, don’t adjust the power seat longer than necessary while the engine is not running.

•Do not operate two or more power seat control switches at the same time. Doing so may result in power seat motor or electrical component malfunction.

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		Safety features of your vehicle

Forward and backward	Seatback angle	Seat cushion height
		(for driver's side)

OTF030006

Push the control switch forward or backward to move the seat to the desired position. Release the switch once the seat reaches the desired position.

OTF030007

Push the control switch forward or backward to move the seatback to the desired angle. Release the switch once the seat reaches the desired position.

OTF030008

Pull the front portion of the control switch up to raise or down to lower the front part of the seat cushion. Pull the rear portion of the control switch up to raise or down to lower the rear part of the seat cushion. Release the switch once the seat reaches the desired position.

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Safety features of your vehicle

Lumbar support

(for driver’s seat, if equipped)

OTF030009

The lumbar support can be adjusted by pressing the lumbar support switch on the side of the driver's seat. Press the front portion of the switch to increase support, or the rear portion of the switch to decrease support.

Headrest

OMG038400

The driver's and front passenger's seats are equipped with a headrest for the occupant's safety and comfort.

The headrest not only provides comfort for the driver and front passenger, but also helps protect the head and neck in the event of a collision.

For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident, the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height of the center of gravity of an occupant's head. Generally, the center of gravity of most people's head is similar with the height of the top of their eyes.

Also, adjust the headrest as close to your head as possible.

For this reason, the use of a cushion that holds the body away from the seatback is not recommended.

WARNING - Headrest removal/adjustment

•Do not operate the vehicle with the headrests removed. Headrests can provide critical neck and head support in a crash.

•Do not adjust the headrest height while the vehicle is in motion. Driver may lose control of the vehicle.

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Safety features of your vehicle

OTF030012

Forward and backward adjustment

The headrest may be adjusted forward to 4 different positions by pulling the headrest forward to the desired detent. To adjust the headrest to it’s full rearward position, pull it fully forward to the farthest position and release it. Adjust the headrest so that it properly supports the head and neck.

OTF030010

Adjusting the height up and down

To raise the headrest, pull it up to the desired position (1). To lower the headrest, push and hold the release button (2) on the headrest support and lower the headrest to the desired position (3).

■ Type A

OTF034086

■ Type B

OTF034088

Removal and installation

To remove the headrest:

1.Recline the seatback (2) with the recline lever or switch (1).

2.Raise headrest as far as it can go.

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Safety features of your vehicle

3.Press the headrest release button

(3) while pulling the headrest up (4).

WARNING

NEVER allow anyone to ride in a seat with the headrest removed.

■ Type A

OTF034087

■ Type B

OTF034089

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 or switch (3).

3.Adjust the headrest to the appropriate height.

WARNING - Headrest Reinstallation

To reduce the risk of injury to the head or neck, always make sure the head rest is locked into position and adjusted properly after reinstalling.

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Seat warmer (if equipped)

OTF034014

The seat warmers are provided to warm the front seats during cold weather. With the ignition switch in the ON position, push either of the switches to warm the driver's seat or the front passenger's seat.

During mild weather or under conditions where the operation of the seat warmer is not needed, keep the switches in the OFF position.

With the seat warmer switch in the ON position, the heating system in the seat turns off or on automatically depending on the seat temperature.

•Each time you push the button, the temperature setting of the seat is changed as follows :

OFF → HIGH ( ) → LOW () →

•When pressing the switch for more than 1.5 seconds with the seat warmer operating, the seat warmer will turn OFF.

•The seat warmer defaults to the OFF position whenever the engine start/stop button (the ignition

switch) is turned on.

Safety features of your vehicle

CAUTION - Seat damage

•When cleaning the seats, do not use an organic solvent such as paint thinner, benzene, alcohol and gasoline. Doing so may damage the surface of the heater or seats.

•To prevent overheating the seat warmer, do not place anything on the seats that insulates against heat, such as blankets, cushions or seat covers while the seat warmer is in operation.

•Do not place heavy or sharp objects on seats equipped with seat warmers. Damage to the seat warming components could occur.

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Safety features of your vehicle

WARNING - Seat warmer burns

The seat warmer may cause burns, even at low temperatures, if used over a long period of time. Never allow passengers who may not be able to take care of themselves to be exposed to the risk of seat heater burns. These include:

1.Infants, children, elderly or disabled persons, or hospital outpatients

2.Persons with sensitive skin or those that burn easily

3.Fatigued individuals

4.Intoxicated individuals

5.Individuals taking medication that can cause drowsiness or sleepiness (sleeping pills, cold tablets, etc.)

Air ventilation seat (if equipped)

OTF034015

The air ventilation is provided to cool the driver’s seat during hot weather by blowing air through small vent holes on the surface of the seat and seatback. While the engine is running, press the switch to cool the seat.

When the operation of the air ventilation is not needed, keep the switches in the OFF position.

•Each time you press the switch, the airflow will change as follows:

OFF → HIGH () → LOW () →

•When pressing the switch for more than 1.5 seconds with the seat cooler operating, the seat cooler will turn OFF.

•When the air ventilation seat is turned on, the seat may get cooler after about 5 minutes.

•Because the air ventilation uses the air in the vehicle, cooling efficiency depends on the temperature of the air. In order to improve cooling efficiency, use the air conditioning system together.

•The air ventilation seat defaults to the OFF position whenever the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.

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CAUTION

•The air ventilation seat is a supplementary cooling/heating system. Use the air ventilation seat when the climate control system is on. Using the air ventilation seat for prolonged periods of time with the climate control system off could cause the air ventilation seat performance to impair.

•When cleaning the seats, do not use an organic solvent such as paint thinner, benzene, alcohol and gasoline. Doing so may damage the surface of the seats.

•Do not spill liquid such as water or beverages on the surface of the front seats and seatbacks, or the air vent holes may be blocked and prevented from working properly.

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•Do not place materials such as plastic bags or newspapers under the seats. The air vent may not work properly as the air intake can be blocked.

When the air vent does not operate, restart the vehicle. If there is no change, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

OTF030016

The seatback pocket is provided on the back of the front passenger’s seatback.

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Safety features of your vehicle

WARNING - Seatback pocket

Do not put heavy or sharp objects in the seatback pocket. An occupant could contact such objects in a crash. Heavy objects in the front passenger seatback could also interfere with the air bag sensing system.

Rear seat adjustment

Headrest

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The rear seat is equipped with headrests in all the seating positions for the occupant's safety and comfort.

The headrest not only provides comfort for passengers, but also helps protect the head and neck in the event of a collision.

Also adjust the headrest as close to your head as possible. For this reason, the use of a cushion that holds the body away from the seatback is not recommended.

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Safety features of your vehicle

OTF030017

Adjusting the height up and down (if equipped)

To raise the headrest, pull it up to the desired position (1). To lower the headrest, push and hold the release button (2) on the headrest support and lower the headrest to the desired position (3).

OTF030018

Removal and installation

To remove the headrest, raise it as far as it can go then press the release button (1) while pulling the headrest upward (2).

To reinstall the headrest, put the headrest poles (3) into the holes while pressing the release button (1). Then adjust it to the appropriate height and ensure that it locks in position.

Make sure the headrest locks in position after adjusting.

Seat warmer (if equipped)

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The seat warmer is provided to warm the rear seats during cold weather. With the ignition switch in the ON position, push either of the switches to warm the seat.

During mild weather or under conditions where the operation of the seat warmer is not needed, keep the switches in the OFF position.

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