Kia Picanto 2006 Owner's Manual
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Now that you are the owner of a Kia Vehicle, you’ll probably be
asked a lot of questions about your vehicle and the company like
“What is a Kia?,” “Who is Kia?,” “What does ‘Kia’ mean?”
Here are some answers. First, Kia is the oldest car company in
Korea. It’s a company that has thousands of employees focused
on building high-quality vehicles at affordable prices.
The first syllable, Ki, in the word “Kia” means “to arise from to
the world” or “to come up out of to the world.” The second syllable, a, means “Asia.” So, the word Kia, means “to arise from”
or “to come up out of Asia to the world.”
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Thank you for choosing a Kia vehicle.
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.
Kia offers a great variety of options, components and features for its various models.
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
any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. If you have questions, always check with your
Kia Dealer.
We assure you of our continuing interest in your motoring pleasure and satisfaction in your Kia vehicle.
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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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Vehicle break-in process / 1-3
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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
minimize the chance of death or
injury, you must read the WARNING
and CAUTION sections spread
throughout the manual.
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 were prepared to
enhance your personal safety. 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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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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Interior overview / 2-2
Instrument panel overview / 2-3
Engine compartment / 2-4
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INTERIOR OVERVIEW
1. Door lock/unlock lever.......................3- 9
2. Outside rearview mirror control
switch*...............................................3-81
3. Power window switches* ...................3-13
4. Master power window control lock*...3-14
5. Vent controls .....................................4-46
6. Instrument cluster .............................4-23
7. Steering wheel ..................................4-20
8. Steering wheel tilt*............................4-21
9. Hood release lever ...........................3-75
10. Fuel filler lid release lever ...............3-76
* : if equipped
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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
1. Driver’s Air Bag* ................................3-58
2. Light control / Turn signals ................4-33
3. Instrument cluster .............................4-23
4. Wiper/Washer....................................4-38
5. Ignition switch....................................4- 2
6. Hazard...............................................4-42
7. Climate control system......................4-43
8. Shift lever ..........................................4- 6
9. Passenger’s airbag* ..........................3-59
10. Glove box ........................................3-84
* : if equipped
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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1. Power steering fluid reservoir ...........7-23
2. Engine oil filler cap............................7-14
3. Brake fluid reservoir ..........................7-20
4. Air cleaner.........................................7-31
5. Fuse box ...........................................6- 7
6. Negative battery terminal ...........6-5/7-37
7. Positive battery terminal .............6-5/7-37
8. Auto transaxle oil dipstick* ................7-27
9. Radiator cap......................................7-19
10. Engine oil dipstick...........................7-14
11. Engine coolant reservoir.................7-18
12. Windshield washer fluid reservoir ...7-30
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Keys / 3-2
Remote keyless entry / 3-4
Immobilizer system / 3-7
Door locks / 3-8
Window / 3-13
Seat / 3-16
Safety belts / 3-32
Airbags-supplemental restraint system / 3-56
Hood / 3-75
Fuel filler lid / 3-76
Mirrors / 3-79
Interior lights / 3-82
Storage compartment / 3-83
Interior features / 3-86
Luggage net / 3-90
Antenna / 3-91
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The key code number is stamped on
the plate 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 plate and store it in a
safe place. Also, record the code
number and keep it in a safe and
handy place, but not in the vehicle.
Key operations
➀ Master key
Used to start the engine, lock and
unlock the doors.
➁ Transmitter
Used to lock and unlock the doors
(if equipped).
KEYS
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WARNING - Ignition key
Leaving children unattended in
a vehicle with the ignition key is
dangerous even if the key is not
in the ignition. Children copy
adults and they could place the
key in the ignition. 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.
➀
➁
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CAUTION
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.
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➀ Lock/unlock button
• Lock
All doors are locked if the
lock/unlock button (
➀
) is pressed.
• Unlock
All doors are unlocked if the
lock/unlock button (
➀
) is pressed
again.
After depressing this button, the
doors will be locked automatically
unless you open them within 30
seconds.
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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 distance
limit (5 m).
- 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
correctly, open and close the door
with the ignition key. If you have a
problem with the transmitter, contact an authorized Kia Dealer.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED)
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NOTICE
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.
Operational distance may vary
depending upon the area the transmitter is used in. For example, if the
vehicle is parked near police stations, government and public offices,
broadcasting stations, military installations, airports, or transmitting towers, etc.
Battery replacement
Transmitter uses a 3 volt lithium battery which will normally last for several years. When replacement is
necessary, use the following procedure.
1. Remove the screw (
➀
) using a
cross-tip screwdriver.
2. Insert a slim tool into the slot and
gently pry open the transmitter
center cover (
➁
).
3. Remove the battery cover (
➂
).
4. Replace the battery with new one.
When replacing the battery, make
sure the battery positive “+” symbol faces up as indicated in the
illustration.
5. Install the battery in the reverse
order of removal.
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➁
➀
➂
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NOTICE
The keyless entry system transmitter is designed to give you years of
troublefree 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, contact an
authorized Kia dealer.
For replacement transmitters, see an
Authorized Kia Dealer for reprogramming.
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NOTICE
• 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, get it wet, or
expose it to heat or sunlight.
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Your vehicle is 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 antenna coil in the
key cylinder and ICU (Immobilizer
Control Unit) in the steering shaft.
With this system, whenever you
insert your ignition key into the ignition switch and turn it to ON, the
antenna coil in the ignition switch
receives a signal from the transponder in the ignition key and then sends
the signal to the ECU (Engine
Control Unit).
The ECU checks the signal whether
the ignition key is valid.
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.
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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 not to have any
malfunction after you receive your
new vehicle.
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
CAUTION
The transponder in your ignition
key is an important part of the
immobilizer system. It is
designed to give years of troublefree 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 and
should only 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.
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Operating door locks from
outside the vehicle
• Turn the key toward rear of vehicle
to unlock and toward front of vehicle to lock.
• Doors can also be locked and
unlocked with the transmitter key.
• 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.
• Central door locks (if equipped)
If you lock/unlock the front door
with a key, all vehicle doors will
lock/unlock automatically.
To lock a door without the key, push
the inside door lock lever (
➀
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“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.
DOOR LOCKS
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Lock
Unlock
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NOTICE
If the door is locked/unlocked multiple times in rapid succession with
either the vehicle key or door lock
lever, the system may stop operating
temporarily in order to protect the
circuit and prevent damage to system components.
Operating door locks from
inside the vehicle
• To unlock a door, pull the door lock
lever to the “UNLOCK” position.
• To lock a door, push the door lock
lever (
➀
) to the “LOCK” position.
• To open a door, pull the door handle (
➁
) outward.
• Central door locks (if equipped)
If you lock/unlock the front door
with door lock lever, all vehicle
doors will lock/unlock automatically.
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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.
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 your
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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Rear door child safety lock
The child safety lock is provided to
help prevent children from accidentally opening the rear doors from
inside the vehicle. The rear door
safety locks should be used whenever children are in the vehicle.
1. Open the rear door.
2. Push the child safety lock located
on the rear edge of the door to the
“lock” position. When the child
safety lock is in the “lock ( )”
position, rear door will not open
when the inner door handle is
pulled inside the vehicle.
3. Close the rear door.
4. To open the rear door, pull the outside door handle.
Even though the doors may be
unlocked, the rear door will not open
by pulling the inner door handle (
➀
)
until rear door child safety lock is
unlocked ( ).
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WARNING - Rear door
locks
If children accidentally open the
rear doors while the vehicle is in
motion, they could fall out and
be severely injured or killed. To
prevent children from opening
the rear doors from the inside,
the rear door safety locks
should be used whenever children are in the vehicle.
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Rear hatch
Opening the rear hatch
• Rear hatch is locked or unlocked
with a key.
• To open the rear hatch, insert the
key into the lock (
➀
) and turn it to
the unlock position (➁), pull up the
rear hatch by pressing the handle
(➂).
• You can also lock/unlock the latch
(but not release it) with the central
door lock system (if equipped).
• If unlocked, the rear hatch can be
opened by pressing the handle (
➂
)
and pulling the hatch up.
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Lock
Unlock
➂
➁
➀
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Power windows (if equipped)
➀ Driver’s door power window switch
➁ Front passenger’s door power
window switch
➂ Rear door (left) power window
switch (if equipped)
➃ Rear door (right) power window
switch (if equipped)
➄ Window opening and closing
➅ Automatic power window down
(Driver’s window, if equipped)
➆ Power window lock switch
(if equipped)
• Power window timer (if equipped)
The power windows can be operat-
ed 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.
WINDOWS
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Window opening and closing
The driver’s door has a master power
window switch that controls all the
windows in the vehicle. To open or
close a window, press down (➄) or
pull up (➄) the front portion of the
corresponding switch.
Automatic power window down
(driver’s window, if equipped)
Depressing the power window switch
momentarily to the second detent
position (
➅
) completely lowers the
driver’s window even when the
switch is released. To stop the window at the desired position while the
window is in operation, pull up the
switch momentarily to the opposite
direction of the window movement.
If the battery has been discharged
or disconnected, the automatic
power window system must be reset
as follows:
1. Turn the ignition key to ON posi-
tion.
2. Close each window and continue
pulling up on each power window
switch for at least 0.5 second after
the window is completely closed.
Power window lock switch
(if equipped)
• The driver can disable the power
window switches on a passenger
door by depressing the power window lock switch located on the driver’s door to LOCK (pressed).
• When the power window lock
switch is ON, the driver’s master
control cannot operate the passenger door power windows either.
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Power windows (if equipped)
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position for power windows to operate. Each door has a power window
switch that controls that door’s window. However, the driver has a power
window lock switch which can block
the operation of passenger windows.
If you notice buffeting and pulsation
(wind shock) with either side window
open, you should open the opposite
window slightly to reduce the condition.
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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.
Manual windows (if equipped)
Use the window crank to open and
close each window.
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. Keep
the driver’s door power window lock switch in the LOCK
position (depressed). 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.
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Driver’s seat
➀ Seat adjustment, forward / back-
ward (see page 3- 18)
➁
Seatback recliner (see page 3- 19)
➂
Seat heater switch*(see page 3- 20)
➃
Headrest adjustment
(see page 3- 21)
Front passenger seat
➄
Seat adjustment, forward / backward (see page 3- 22)
➅
Seatback recliner (see page 3- 23)
➆
Seat heater switch*(see page 3- 24)
➇
Headrest adjustment
(see page 3- 25)
Rear seat
➈ Folding the rear seat*
(see page 3- 26)
➉ Headrest adjustment*
(see page 3- 31)
* : if equipped
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• 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.
• In order to avoid unnecessary
airbag injuries including the
possibility of severe injury or
death, always sit as far back
as possible from the steering
wheel so that your chest is
away at least 250 mm (10 inches) away from the steering
wheel.
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.
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.
• 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.
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Driver’s seat adjustment
Adjusting the seat forward and
backward
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.
Adjust the seat before driving, and
make sure the seat is locked securely by trying to move forward and
backward without using the control
knob. If the seat moves, it is not
locked properly.
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Adjusting the driver’s seatback
recliner
To recline the seatback:
1. Lean forward slightly and lift up on
the seatback recline lever located
on the outside of the seat, at the
rear.
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.)
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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Warming the driver’s seat
(if equipped)
The front seats can be electrically
heated individually when the ignition
switch is ON. When you depress the
seat warmer switch, a thermostat
regulates seat temperature. To deactivate the heating system, depress
the switch once again.
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NOTICE
• The seat warmer will not operate
if ambient temperature is above
37±3 °C (98.5±5.5°F).
• If the seat warmer doesn't work
when the ambient temperature is
below 28±3 °C (82.5±5.5°F), have
the system checked by an authorized dealer.
• When cleaning the seats, do not
use an organic solvent such as
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 blankets,
cushions or seat covers on the
seats 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.
WARNING
Passengers should use extreme
caution when using seat warmers due to the possibility of
excess heating or burns. In particular, the following types of
passengers should exercise
extreme care:
1. Infants, children, elderly or
handicapped 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.)
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