Kia RIO 2007 Owner Manual

kia, the company

Congratulations! Your selection of a Kia was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. 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 is 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.”

Drive safely and enjoy your Kia!

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 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, 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

How to use this manual / 1-2 Vehicle break-in process / 1-2

Introduction

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.Y ou 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.

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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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.

VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS

Interior overview / 2-2 Instrument panel overview / 2-3 Engine compartment / 2-4

Your vehicle at a glance

INTERIOR OVERVIEW

1. Door lock/unlock button.....................3-10

2. Outside rear view mirror control

switch*...............................................3-69

3. Power window switches*...................3-14

4. Master power door lock control* .......3- 9

5. Master power window control lock*...3-16

6. Inside rear view mirror .......................3-70

7. Steering wheel ..................................4-14

8. Instrument panel illumination* ..........4-18

9. Front fog light*...................................4-25

10. Hood release lever .........................3-64

11.Tr unk release lever* ........................3-63

12. Fuel filler lid release lever...............3-65

* : if equipped

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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW

1. Driver’s air bag..................................3-49

2. Light control / Tur n signals ................4-23

3. Instrument cluster .............................4-16

4.Wiper/Washer....................................4-26

5. Ignition switch....................................4- 2

6. Hazard...............................................4-29

7. Rear window defroster......................4-29

8. Climate control system......................4-30

9. Shift lever..........................................4- 4

10. Cigar lighter .....................................3-73

11. Power socket...................................3-75

12. Passenger’s air bag ........................3-50

13. Glove box........................................3-72

14. Multi box* ........................................3-72

15. Audio controls*................................3-81

* : if equipped

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT

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1. Engine coolant reser voir...................7-11

2. Engine oil filler cap ............................7-10

3. Brake fluid reservoir..........................7-13

4. Air cleaner.........................................7-17

5. Fuse box ...........................................6- 6

6. Negative battery ter minal ...........6-4/7-21

7. Positive battery terminal .............6-4/7-21

8. Auto transaxle oil dipstick*................7-15

9. Radiator cap ......................................7-12

10. Engine oil dipstick ...........................7-10

11. Power steering fluid reservoir*........7-14

12.Windshield washer fluid reservoir...7-16

* : if equipped

Keys / 3-2 Remote keyless entry / 3-3 Theft-alarm system / 3-5 Immobilizer system / 3-7 Door locks / 3-9 Windows / 3-14

Seat / 3-17 Safety belts / 3-27 Air bags-supplemental restraint system / 3-47 Trunk / 3-62 Hood / 3-64 Fuel filler lid / 3-65 Mirrors / 3-68 Interior lights / 3-71 Storage compartment / 3-72 Interior features / 3-73 Sunroof / 3-77 Luggage net / 3-79 Antenna / 3-80 Audio system / 3-81

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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. Use only Kia-approved key blanks.

Key operations

(1)Master key

Used to start the engine, lock and unlock the doors, and open the trunk (if equipped).

(2)Transmitter (if equipped)

Used to lock and unlock the doors.

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.

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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 button ➁ Unlock button ➂ Panic button

➀ Lock ( )

All doors are locked if the lock button is pressed.

➁ Unlock ( )

Driver’s door is unlocked if the unlock button is pressed once. All doors are unlocked if the unlock button is pressed twice within 4 seconds.

After pressing this button, the doors will be locked automatically unless you open them within 30 seconds.

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Panic ( )

The horn sounds and hazard warning lights will flash for about 30 seconds if this button is pressed. To stop the horn and lights, press any button on the transmitter.

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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 (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 correctly, open and close the door with the ignition key. If you have a problem with the transmitter, contact an authorized Kia Dealer.

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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 warra

nty.

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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.

This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation

is subject to the following two conditions:

1.This device may not cause interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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. 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, mak e sure the battery positive “+” symbol faces up as indicated in the illustration.

3. Install the batter y in the reverse order of removal.

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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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WARNING

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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Theft alarm system will not operate when the ignition key is in the ignition switch.

If the lock button on the transmitter is pressed when the key is not in the ignition and any vehicle door or the trunk (if equipped) is open, then, the doors will lock but the theft alarm system will not activate.Howev er, the theft alarm system will automatically activate when the open door(s) or trunk (if equipped) is closed and locked.

Armed stage

When the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” position, and key is not in the ignition, the system will be armed and the hazard lights will flash once when the following conditions are met:

• The hood, trunk (if equipped) and doors (including the rear hatch, if equipped) are all closed and locked with the transmitter.

• If a door or the trunk (if equipped) is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after unlocking with the transmitter, all doors will be locked again and theft alarm system armed.

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NOTICE

Do not arm the system until all passengers have left the vehicle. If the system is armed while a passenger(s) remains in the vehicle, the alarm may be activated when the remaining passenger(s) leaves the vehicle.

Alarm stage

The alarm will activate (horn will sound and lights flash) when:

• Any door is opened without using the transmitter or key.

• The trunk lid is opened without using the key. (if equipped)

• The engine hood is opened.

The alarm will sound ON for 27 seconds, then OFF for 10 seconds. This ON/OFF cycle will be repeated three times.During this time, the engine will not start.

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NOTICE

The engine will not start immediately while the theft-alarm system is armed or activated. You must disarm the theftalarm system to start the engine.

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Opening the trunk with the alarm armed (if equipped)

When the alarm is armed, the alar m will not sound if the trunk lid is opened with the key.

However, if the trunk lid is not opened completely within two seconds after unlocking with the key, the alarm will sound.

Also, if any of the doors or hood is opened while the trunk lid is open and the alarm armed, the alar m will sound.

Disarmed stage

If the following conditions are met, the alarm system will be deactivated and hazard flasher light will flash twice.

• When the doors are unlocked with the transmitter.

After depressing unlock button, you must open the doors within 30 seconds or all doors will automatically lock again and the theft-alarm system will be armed.

• When the doors are unlocked with the ignition key.

• When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

The alarm will be deactivated when:

• The lock ( ), unlock ( ) button on the transmitter is pressed.

• The doors are unlocked with the ignition key.

• The ignition switch is in the “ON” position for 30 seconds or more.

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NOTICE

If the ignition key is in the ignition switch, the transmitter will not function. Avoid trying to start the engine with the alarm activated.

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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 Immobilizer Control Unit (or Smartra Unit).

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.

Limp home (override) procedure

When you turn the ignition key to the ON position, if the IMMO indicator goes off after blinking 5 times, your transponder equipped in the ignition key is out of order . You cannot start the engine without the lime home procedure.To star t the engine, you have to input your password by using the ignition switch.

The following procedure is how to input your password of “2345” as an example.

1.Turn the ignition key to the ON position.

The IMMO indicator ( ) will blink 5 times and go off indicating the beginning of the limp home procedure.

2.Tur n the ignition key to the ACC posi-

tion.

3.To enter the first digit (in this example

“2”), turn the ignition key to the ON and ACC position twice. Perform the same procedure for the next digits between 3 seconds and 10 seconds (for example , for “3”, turn the ignition ON and ACC 3 times).

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4. If all of the digits have been input successfully, you have to start the engine within 30 seconds. If you attempt to start the engine after 30 seconds, the engine will not start and you will have to input your password again.

After performing the limp home procedure, you have to see an authorized Kia dealer immediately to inspect and repair your ignition key or immobilizer system.

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NOTICE

If you cannot start your engine in spite of limp home procedure, have yourvehicle towed by an authorized Kia dealer for inspection and necessary repairs.

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NOTICE

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.

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NOTICE

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.

This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation

is subject to the following two conditions:

1.This device may not cause interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

WARNING

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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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.

• If you lock the driver’s door with a key, all vehicle doors will lock automatically (if equipped).

• Turn the key to the right once to unlock the driver’s door and to the right twice within 4 seconds to unlock all doors.(if equipped)

• If you lock the front passenger’s door with a key, all vehicle doors will lock automatically.

• If your vehicle is equipped with a remote keyless entry system, all vehicle doors will unlock automatically when you unlock the front passenger’s door with a key (if equipped).

• Doors can also be locked and unlocked with the transmitter (if equipped).

• Once the doors are unlocked, it may be opened by pulling the door handle.

• When closing the door, push the door firmly by the hand. Make sure that doors are closed securely.

To lock a door without the key , push do wn on the front portion of the inside door lock switch (1, if equipped) to the “LOCK” position and close the door (2).

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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 switch, the system may stop operating temporarily in order to protect the circuit and prevent damage to system components.

DOOR LOCKS

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Lock

Unlock

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Operating door locks from inside the vehicle

With the door lock button

• To unlock a door, push the door lock button forward to the “Unlock” position (red mark on button visible).

• To lock a door, push the door lock button (1) forward to the “Lock” position. If the door is locked properly, the red mark (2) on the door lock button (1) will not be visible.

• To open a door, pull the door handle (3) outward.

• If the inner door handle of driver’s side door is pulled when the door lock button is in lock position, the button is unlocked and door opens.(if equipped)

• Front doors cannot be locked if the ignition key is in the ignition switch and door is open.

• If you lock the front passenger’s door with door lock button, all vehicle doors will lock automatically.

With central door lock switch (if equipped)

• When pushing down on the front portion (1) of the switch, all vehicle doors will lock.

• When pushing down on the rear portion (2) of the switch, all vehicle doors will unlock.

• However, if the key is in the ignition switch and any front door is open, the doors will not lock when the front portion of central door lock switch is pressed.

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Unlock

WARNING - Door lock mal-

function

If a power door lock ever fails to function while you are in the vehicle, tr y one or more of the following techniques to exit:

• Operate the door unlock feature repeatedly (both electronic and manual) while simultaneously pulling on the door handle.

• Operate the other door locks and handles, front and rear.

• Lower a front window and use the key to unlock the door from outside.

• Lower the rear seats (if equipped), move to the cargo area and open the trunk using the emergency release handle (if equipped).

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Impact sensing door unlock system (if equipped)

All doors will be automatically unlocked when the impact is delivered to impact sensors while the ignition switch is in the ON position.

Howev er, if the impact causes damage to the vehicle electrical system or the mechanical door lock mechanisms, the impact sensing door unlock system may not operate.

CAUTION - Doors

• 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 - Unlocked vehi-

cles

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 unloc ked, the rear door will not open by pulling the inner door handle (1) until rear door child safety lock is unlocked ( ).

Rear hatch (if equipped)

Opening the rear hatch

• Rear hatch is locked or unlocked with a key .

• To open the rear hatch, insert the key into the lock, turn it to the unlock position (1) and pull up the rear hatch by pressing the handle (2).

• 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 (2) and pulling the hatch up.

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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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Cargo area lamp (if equipped)

The cargo area lamp turns on when the rear hatch is opened. It remains on until the rear hatch is securely closed.

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NOTICE

Make sure to close the rear hatch securely. If it remains open while engine is not running, it may cause battery discharge because cargo area lamp remains on.

CAUTION - Rear hatch

The rear hatch swings upward. Make sure no objects or people are near the rear of the vehicle when opening the rear hatch.

WARNING - Exhaust

fumes

If you drive with the rear hatch open, you will draw dangerous exhaust fumes into your vehicle which can cause serious injury or death to vehicle occupants.

If you must drive with the rear hatch open, keep the air vents and all windows open so that additional outside air comes into the vehicle.

WARNING

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area

Occupants should never ride in the rear cargo area where no restraints are available. To avoid injury in the event of an accident or sudden stops, occupants should always be properly restrained.

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Power windows (if equipped)

(1) Driver’s door power window switch (2) Front passenger’s door power win-

dow switch

(3) Rear door (left) power window

switch*

(4) Rear door (right) power window

switch* (5) Window opening and closing (6) Automatic power window down*

(Driver’s window) (7) Power window lock switch*

• Power window timer*

The power windows can be operated for approximately 30 seconds after the ignition key is remov ed or turned to the ACC or LOCK position.If the front door is open, the window will not operate unless the ignition key is in the ON position.

* : if equipped

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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 bloc k the oper ation 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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• 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.

• Never try to operate the main switch on the driver's door and the individual door window switch in opposing directions at the same time. If this is done, the window will stop and cannot be opened or closed.

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 (5) or pull up (5) 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 (6) 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.

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Power window lock switch (if equipped)

• The driver can disable the power window switches on on all passenger doors 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.

Manual windows (if equipped)

Use the window crank to open and close each window.

CAUTION - Windows

• Always double-check to make sure all arms, hands, heads and other obstructions are safely out of the way before closing a window. Serious injury could occur.

• 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 a child.

• Never extend face or arms outside through the window opening while driving.

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Driver’s seat

(1) Seat adjustment, forward / backward (2) Seatback recliner (3) Seat front/rear height adjustment* (4) Seat heater switch* (5) Headrest adjustment

Front passenger seat

(6) Seat adjustment, forward / backward (7) Seatback recliner (8) Seat heater switch* (9) Headrest adjustment

Rear seat

(10) Split folding rear seat* (11) Armrest* (12) Headrest adjustment* * ; if equipped

SEAT

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Front 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 desired position.

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.

WARNING - Loose objects

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.

WARNING

• Children should never be left unattended in the car.

• In order to avoid unnecessary air bag injuries including the possibility of severe injury or death, always sit as far back as possible by moving the seat far back,while still maintaining good vehicle control. Serious injury or death may be caused due to the deployment of the passenger’s air bag.

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.

• 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 air bag 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 10 inches (250 mm) away from the steering wheel.

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Adjusting height of the driver’s seat cushion (if equipped)

To change the height of the seat cushion, rotate the knob located on the outside of the seat cushion.

• To adjust the front height of the seat cushion, rotate the knob (1).

• To adjust the rear height of the seat cushion, rotate the knob (2).

Adjusting the 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 to the desired position.

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.)

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WARNING - Driver respon-

sibility for front seat passenger

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 front 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 may not operate if

ambient temperature is warm enough.

• If the seat warmer doesn't work when

the ambient temperature is below 24°C (75°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.

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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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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 (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). For best protection, adjust the headrest so its center is as high as your ears. Also adjust the headrest so its distance from the head is as wide as your fist.

Removal

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

Armrest (if equipped)

To use the armrest, pull it forward from the seatback.

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tioning

To reduce the risk of head and neck injuries, each occupant headrest must be properly adjusted. Do not drive the vehicle with the headrest removed or improperly positioned.

Do not adjust the driver's headrest while driving, or else loss of control and an accident is possible.

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Rear seat

Split folding rear seat (if equipped)

The rear seatbacks fold forward to provide additional cargo space and to provide access to the cargo area.

• To fold the rear seatback(s) down, pull the lock release lever, then fold the seatback forward and down.

• To raise the seatback, lift and push it firmly until it clicks into place.

If the seatback is locked into its upright position, red mark of knob becomes invisible.

• When you return the seatback to its upright position, reposition the rear safety belts so that they can be used by rear seat passengers.

4 Door (if equipped)

1. Slide and upr ight the front seat to the forward position.

2. Lower the headrest to the lowest position.

3.To retract the rear center seatbelt, insert the key or similar small rigid device into the web release button (B) on the anchor connector. Pull up on the seat belt web (A) and allow the webbing to retract automatically. (4Door, if equipped)

4.Pull the lock release lever (1). If the seatback is unlocked, red mark (a) of knob becomes visible.

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5. Move the rear lap/shoulder belt to the outside (2) so that they don’t interfere with the seatback when lowering (3).

6. Fold the seatback forward and down firmly (4).

5 Door (if equipped)

1. Set the front seatback to the upright position and slide the front seat forward.

2. Pull the seat cushion retaining strap (1) and lift the front of the seat cushion.

3. Lift the rear of seat cushion (2).

4. Fold the seat cushion forward firmly into place (3).

5. Remove the headrest from the rear seatback and stow the headrest by inserting the headrest poles into the holes on the bottom of the seat cushion (4).

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6. Pull up on the rear seatback lock release lever (5). If the seatback is unlocked, red mark (a) of knob becomes visible.

7. Fold the seatback forward and down firmly (6).

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ty buckles

When you fold the rear seatback or put luggage on the rear seat cushion, insert the buckle in the pocket between the rear seatback and cushion. Doing so can prevent the buckle from being damaged by the rear seatback or luggage.

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NOTICE - Rear safety belts

Routing the safety belt webbing through the rear safety belt guides will help keep the belts from being trapped behind or under the seats. When returning the rear seatbacks to the upright position, remember to return the rear shoulder belts to their proper position.

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To unfold the rear seat:

1. Move the rear lap/shoulder belt (1, if equipped) to the side so that it is clear of the seatback.

2. Lift and push the seatback backward firmly until it clicks into place (2).

3. Move and push the headrest and the seat cushion downward firmly to the proper position (5 Door, if equipped).

4. Return the rear safety belt to the proper position.

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If the seat belt is locked during the seatback folding, pull out and retract the seat belt to release it.

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• When returning the rear seatbacks to the upright position, remember to return the rear shoulder belts to their proper position.

• Do not remove the floor carpet in your vehicle. Emission control system components cause high exhaust temperatures under the floor.

WARNING - Cargo

Cargo should always be secured to prevent it from being thrown about the vehicle in a collision and causing injury to the vehicle occupants.

CAUTION

• Make sure the engine is off, the transaxle is in P and the parking brake is applied whenever loading or unloading cargo. Vehicle may move if shift lever is inadvertently moved to another position.

• Be careful when loading cargo through the rear passenger seats to prevent damage to the vehicle interior.

• When cargo is loaded through the rear passenger seats, ensure the cargo is properly secured to prevent it from moving while driving.

Unsecured cargo in the passenger compartment can cause damage to the vehicle or injury to it’s occupants.

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Armrest (if equipped)

The armrest is located in the center of the rear seat. Pull the armrest down from the seatback.

Headrest adjustment (if equipped)

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.

Removal

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

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Rear headrest

To reduce the risk of head and neck injuries to rear passengers, do not operate the vehicle with the rear headrest removed or improperly positioned.

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Pre-tensioner seat belt (if equipped)

Your vehicle is equipped with driver's and front passenger's pre-tensioner safety belts. The purpose of the pre-tensioner is to make sure that excess slack is tak en up in certain frontal collisions. The pretensioner seat belts will activate together with the air bags, where the frontal collision is severe enough.

The seat belt pre-tensioner system consists mainly of the following components. Their locations are shown in the illustration.

(1) SRS air bag warning light (2) Seatbelt pre-tensioner assembly (3) SRS air bag control module

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Both the driver's and front passenger's pre-tensioner seat belts will be activated in certain frontal collisions. The pre-tensioner seat belts can be activated, where the frontal collision is severe enough, together with the air bag.The pre-tensioners will be activated under these conditions even if there is no one on the seat at the time of the collision.

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CAUTION - Air bag/Pre-

tensioner dust

When the air bags and pre-tensioners are activated, a loud noise may be heard and fine dust, which may appear to be smoke, may be visible in the passenger compartment.This dust is not toxic. The dust may cause skin irritation and should not be breathed for prolonged periods. Ventilate the vehicle after impact and wash your hands and face thoroughly after an accident.

WARNING - Air bag/pre-

tensioner warning light

If the SRS air bag warning light does not illuminate when the ignition key is turned to “ON” , or if it remains illuminated after approximately 6 seconds,or if it illuminates while the vehicle is being driven, please have an authorized Kia dealer inspect the pre-tensioner and air bag system as soon as possible.

WARNING - Safety belt

adjustment

To obtain maximum benefit from a pre-tensioner seat belt:

• The safety belt must be worn correctly.

• The safety belt must be adjusted to the correct position.

WARNING - Replacing

used pre-tensioners

• Pre-tensioners are designed to operate once. After activation, pre-tensioner seat belts must be replaced. All seat belts, of any type, should always be replaced after they have been worn during a collision.

• Do not attempt to replace the pretensioners yourself. This must be done by an authorized Kia dealer.

CAUTION -

Hot parts

The pre-tensioner assembly mechanism becomes hot during activation. Do not touch the pre-tensioner seat belt assembly for several minutes after they have been activated.

WARNING - Damaging the

pre-tensioners

• Do not hit or strike the pre-tensioner assemblies, especially with a tool or heavy object.

• Do not attempt to service or repair the pre-tensioners.

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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. In most states, and in Canada, the law requires their use.

All seats have lap/shoulder belts.Iner tial locks in the safety belt retractors allo w 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.

Always use the rear seat position(s) to install your child restraint(s).

The rear safety belts use a special autolock feature designed to allow a child restraint to be used in these positions without an added locking clip. They normally lock only under extreme or emergency conditions (emergency lock mode). However they can be adjusted so that they remain fixed and locked when a child restraint system is placed in these positions. (Use this auto-lock mode only to secure a child restraint, never for passengers restrained by the safety belts.) Page 3-42 gives instructions on placing the safety belt in the auto lock mode.

The drivers safety belt can only operate in the emergency lock mode.

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. The presence of air bags does not change the need to be properly restrained by a safety belt or size-appropriate child restraint. In fact, air bags are designed to work the best when passengers are correctly restrained in the vehicle.

• Be sure you are familiar with the information in this section, including the information on infant and child restraints.

• Read the safety warnings on the sun visors of your vehicle also.

WARNING - Child restraint

in front seat

Never install a child restraint system in the front passenger position, as an inflating air bag could cause serious or fatal injury to a child in that position.

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(Continued) Failure to heed these warnings and

follow these instructions will increase the risk and severity of injuries and the likelihood of death in an accident.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

WARNING -

After a collision

• 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

(if equipped)

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, have an authorized Kia dealer service it immediately. 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.

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Safety belt warning light and chime

As a reminder to the driver and passenger, safety belt warning light will blink for approximately 6 seconds each time you turn the ignition switch ON.

If the driver's lap/shoulder belt is not fastened when the key is turned ON or if it is disconnected after the key is turn ON, the safety belt warning light will blink for approximately 6 seconds.

If the driver's lap/shoulder belt is not fastened when the key is turned ON or if it is disconnected after the key is turned ON, the safety belt warning chime will sound for approximately 6 seconds .(if equipped)

If the driver’s lap/shoulder belt is not fastened within 30 seconds after the engine is started, the safety belt warning light and chime will activate for six seconds. This cycle will repeat 11 times with an interval of 24 seconds between cycles.

WARNING - Safety belt

care

• A damaged belt may not give you the protection you 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.

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.

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Lap/shoulder belt

To fasten the front lap/shoulder belt:

1. Grasp the buckle and tongue plate.

2. Slowly pull the lap/shoulder belt out from the retractor.

3. Insert the tongue plate (1) into the open end of the buckle (2) until an audible “click” is heard, indicating the belt is locked in the buckle.

4. Position the lap portion (1) of the belt across your lap as LOW ON THE HIPS as possible to reduce the risk of sliding under it during an accident. Adjust the belt to a SNUG FIT by pulling up on the shoulder portion (2) of the safety belt. The belt retractor is designed to take up excess webbing automatically and to maintain tension on the belt.For your safety, do not put any excess slack into the safety belt at any location.

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5. Adjust the shoulder anchor position to your size.To raise the anchor position, push the anchor up (1). To lower the anchor position, press (2) the button (A) and slide the anchor down (3). After adjustment, make sure the anchor is locked in position.

If the height of the adjusting seat belt is too near your neck, you will not be getting the most effective protection.The shoulder portion should be adjusted so that it lies across your chest and midway over your shoulder nearest the door and not your neck.

To unfasten the front lap/shoulder belt:

Press the release button on the buckle and allow the belt to slowly retract.

Rear lap/shoulder belt

To fasten the rear lap/shoulder belt:

1. Grasp the buckle and tongue plate.

2. Slowly pull the lap/shoulder belt out.

3. Insert the tongue plate (1) into the open end of the buckle (2) until an audible “click’’ is heard, indicating the belt is locked in the buckle.

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• The height adjuster must be in the locked position when the vehicle is moving.

• The misadjustment of height of the shoulder belt could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in a crash.

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To unfasten:

Press the release button on the buckle and allow the belt to slowly retract.

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3 Point rear center belt (if equipped)

To fasten the rear center belt

1. Insert the tongue plate (A) into the open end of the anchor connector (B) until an audible “click" is heard, indicating the latch is locked. Make sure the belt is not twisted.

2. Pull the tongue plate (C) and insert the tongue plate (C) into the open end of the buckle (D) until an audible “click” is heard, indicating the latch is locked. Make sure the belt is not twisted.

There will be an audible “click” when the tab locks in the buckle. The seat belt automatically adjusts to the proper length only after the lap belt is adjusted manually so that it fits snugly around your hips, if you lean forward in a slow, easy motion, the belt will extend and let you move around.If there is a sudden stop or impact, the belt will lock into position. It will also lock if you try to lean forward too quickly.

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When using the rear seat center belt, you must lock all tongue plates and buckle/anchor connector. If any tongue plate or buckle/anchor connector is not locked, it will increase the chance of injury or death in the event of collision.

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When using the rear center seat belt, the buckle with the “CENTER”mark must be used.

Stowing the rear safety belt

The rear safety belt buckles can be stowed in the pocket between the rear seatback and cushion when not in use.

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WARNING

• When using the rear center belt, you must lock all tongue plates and buckles prior to use. If any tongue plate or buckle is not locked, it will increase the chance of injury or death in the event of collision.

• The rear center seatbelt tongue plate (A) and anchor connector (B) should remain locked at all times. They should only be unlocked when folding the rear seatback down or when carrying an object in the rear seat that could cause damage to the seatbelt webbing or locking devices.

In either case, lock the tongue plate (A) and anchor connector (B) immediately after unfolding the seatbacks or removing the object being transported.

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To unfasten the rear center belt

1. Press the release button on the buckle (D) and remove the tongue plate (C) from the buckle (D).

2.To retract the rear center seatbelt, insert the key or similar small rigid device into the web release button (B) on the anchor connector. Pull up on the seat belt web (A) and allow the webbing to retract automatically. (4Door, if equipped)

Proper use and care of the safety belt system

To ensure that the safety belts provide the maximum protection, please follow these instructions:

• Use the belts at all times - even on short trips.

• If the safety belt is twisted, straighten it prior to use.

• Keep sharp edges and damaging objects away from the belts.

• Periodically inspect belt webbing, anchors, buckles and all other parts for signs of wear and damage. Replace damaged, excessively worn or questionable parts immediately.

• To clean the belt webbing, use a mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Follow the instructions provided with the soap.

• Do not make modifications or additions to the safety belt.

• After wearing a safety belt, make sure it fully retracts to the stowed position. Do not allow the belt to get caught in the door when you close it.

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Restraint of pregnant women

Pregnant women should wear lap/shoulder belt assemblies whenever possible according to specific recommendations by their doctors. The lap portion of the belt should be worn AS SNUGLY AND LOW AS POSSIBLE.

Restraint of infants and small children

To increase their safety, infants and young children should always be restrained by a restraint system approved for their age and size.

Never allow a child to stand or kneel on the seat of a moving vehicle.Never allow a safety belt to be placed around both a child and an adult or around two children at the same time.

It is best for children to be seated in the rear seats.

Many companies manufacture child restraint systems (often called child seats) for infants and small children. An acceptable child restraint system must always satisfy Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Make sure that any child-restraint system you use in your vehicle is labelled as complying with Federal Safety Standards.

The child-restraint system should be chosen to fit both the size of the child and the size of the vehicle seat.Be sure to follow any instructions provided by the child-restraint system manufacturer when installing the child-restraint system.

WARNING - Pregnant

women

Pregnant women must never place the lap portion of the safety belt over the area of the abdomen where the fetus is located or above the abdomen where the belt could crush the fetus during an impact.

WARNING

Do not bleach or dye the webbing because this may weaken the webbing fibers and allow them to fail when loaded in a collision.

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Restraint of larger children

As children grow, they may need to use new child-restraint systems, including larger child seats or booster seats, which are appropriate for their increased size.

A child who has outgrown availab le childrestraint systems should use the belts provided in the vehicle. When seated in the rear outboard seats, the child should be restrained by the lap/shoulder belt.

If the shoulder belt portion slightly touches the child’s neck or face, try placing the child closer to the center of the vehicle. If the shoulder belt still touches their face or neck they need to be returned to a child restraint system. In addition, aftermarket devices are available from independent manufacturers which help pull the shoulder belt down and away from the child’s face or neck.

WARNING - Infants and

young children

• Infants and young children are at much greater risk of serious injury or death in an accident or sudden stop if they are unrestrained or restrained improperly. Follow all instructions in this section and the instructions that came with an approved child safety system. The child restraint must be correctly installed in the vehicle, and the child must be correctly placed in the child restraint.

• All children under 12 are safest in the back seat.

• Never install a rear facing infant seat in the front passenger position. The baby will be injured or killed by the air bag if it deploys.

• Never allow a child to stand or kneel on the seat of a moving vehicle.

WARNING - Children on

laps

Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms in a moving vehicle.

Even a very strong person cannot hold onto a child in the event of even a minor collision.

CAUTION

- Hot metal parts

Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed during warm/hot weather; they could burn a child. Check seats, seatbelt webbing and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them.

WARNING - Shoulder belts

on small children

• Never allow a shoulder belt to be in contact with a child’s neck or face while the vehicle is in motion.

• If safety belts are not properly worn and adjusted, there is a risk of death or serious injury to such a child.

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Child restraint system

For small children and babies, the use of a child seat or infant seat is strongly recommended and is required by law in almost all states.This child seat or infant seat should be of appropriate size for the child and should be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Children riding in the car should sit on the rear seat and must always be properly restrained to minimize the risk of injury in an accident, sudden stop or sudden maneuver. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats than in the front seat.

Children could be injured or killed in a crash if their restraints are not properly secured.For small children and babies, a child seat or infant seat must be used. Before buying a particular child restraint system, make sure it fits your car and seat belts, and fits your child. Follow all the instructions provided by the child seat manufacturer when installing the child restraint system.

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- Child

restraints

• A child restraint system must be placed in the rear seat. Never install a child or infant seat on the front passenger’s seat.

Should an accident occur and cause the passenger air bag to deploy, it could severely injure or kill an infant or child seated in the front seat.

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• Since a safety belt or child restraint system can become very hot if it is in a closed vehicle, be sure to check the seat cover and buckles before placing a child there.

• When the child restraint system is not in use, store it in the trunk or fasten it with a safety belt so that it will not be thrown forward in the case of a sudden stop or an accident.

• Children who are too large to be in a child restraint should sit in the rear seat and be restrained with the available lap/shoulder belts.

• When using the vehicles lap/shoulder safety belts, always make sure that the shoulder belt portion is positioned midway over the shoulder, never across the neck or behind the back. The lap belt portion of the lap/shoulder belt must always be positioned as low as possible on the child's hips and as snug as possible.

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Installing a child restraint system

For safety reasons, we recommend that the child restraint system be used in the rear seats.

Never place a rear-facing child restraint in the front passenger seat, because of the danger that an inflating passenger side air bag could impact the rear-facing child restraint and kill the child.

Since all passenger safety belts move freely under normal conditions and only lock under extreme or emergency conditions (emergency lock mode), you must manually change these safety belts to the auto lock mode to secure a child restraint.

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• If the vehicle’s safety belt will not properly fit the child, you must use an appropriate child restraint or booster seat in the rear.

• Never allow a child to stand up or kneel while the vehicle is moving.

• Never use an infant carrier or child seat that "hooks" over a seatback. It will not provide adequate protection in an accident.

• Never allow a child to be held while they are in a moving vehicle, as this could result in serious injury or death to the child in the event of an accident or sudden stop. Holding a child in a moving vehicle does not provide the child with any protection during an accident, even if the person holding the child is wearing a seat belt.

WARNING - Child seat

installation

• Before installing the child restraint system, read the instructions supplied by the child restraint system manufacturer.

• If the safety belt does not operate as described in this section, have the system checked immediately by your authorized Kia dealer.

• Failure to observe this manual's instructions regarding child restraint system and the instructions provided with the child restraint system could increase the chance and/or severity of injury or death in an accident.

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Placing a passenger safety belt into the auto lock mode

The use of the auto lock mode will ensure that the normal movement of the child in the vehicle does not cause the safety belt to be pulled out and loosen the firmness of its hold on the child restraint system. To secure a child restraint system, use the following procedure.

Installing a child restraint system by lap/shoulder belt

To install a child restraint system on the outboard or center rear seats, do the following:

1. Place the child restraint system in the seat and route the lap/shoulder belt around or through the restraint, following the restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the safety belt webbing is not twisted.

2. Fasten the lap/shoulder belt latch into the buckle.Listen for the distinct “click” sound.

Position the release button so that it is easy to access in case of an emergency.

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3. Pull the shoulder por tion of the safety belt all the way out.When the shoulder portion of the safety belt is fully extended, it will shift the retractor to the “Auto Lock” (child restraint) mode.

4. Slowly allow the shoulder portion of the safety belt to retract and listen for an audible “clicking” or “ratcheting” sound.This indicates that the retractor is in the “Auto Loc k”mode.If no distinct sound is heard, repeat steps 3 and 4.

5. Remove as much slack from the belt as possible by pushing down on the child restraint system while feeding the shoulder belt back into the retractor.

6. Push and pull on the child restraint system to confirm that the safety belt is holding it firmly in place. If it is not, release the safety belt and repeat steps 2 through 6.

7. Double check that the retractor is in the “Auto Lock” mode by attempting to pull more of the safety belt out of the retractor.If you cannot, the retractor is in the “Auto Lock” mode.

To remove the child restraint, press the release button on the buckle and then pull the lap/shoulder belt out of the restraint and allow the safety belt to retract fully.

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When the safety belt is allowed to retract to its fully stowed position, the retractor will automatically switch from the “Auto Lock” mode to the emergency lock mode for normal adult usage.

Securing a child restraint seat with “Tether Anchor”system (if equipped)

Child restraint hook holders are located on the shelf or floor behind the rear seats.

1. Open the tether anchor cover on the shelf or floor behind the rear seats.

2. Route the child restraint seat strap over the seatback.

For vehicles with adjustable headrest, route the tether strap under the headrest and between the headrest posts, otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback.

3. Connect the tether strap hook to the corresponding hook holder and tighten to secure the seat.

WARNING - Auto lock

mode

The lap/shoulder belt automatically returns to the “emergency lock mode” whenever the belt is allowed to retract fully. Therefore, the preceding seven steps must be followed each time a child restraint is installed.

If the safety belt is not placed in the “Auto lock” mode, severe injury or death could occur to the child and/or other occupants in the vehicle in a collision, since the child restraint will not be effectively held in place.

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WARNING - Tether strap

If the tether strap is secured incorrectly ,the child restraint seat may not be restrained properly in the event of a collision. Do not mount more than one child restraint seat to a tether anchorage, since the anchorage can then fail in a collision.

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Child seat lower anchors

Some child seat manufacturers make child restraint seats that are labeled as International Standards Organization Fixed (ISOFIX) or ISOFIX-compatible child restraint seats.These seats include two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to two ISOFIX anchors at specific seating positions in your vehicle. This type of child restraint seat eliminates the need to use seat belts to attach the child seat for in the rear seats.

There is a child restraint symbol located on the lower portion of each side of the rear seatbacks. These symbols indicate the position of the lower anchors for child restraints so equipped.

WARNING - Child restraint

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Check that the child restraint system is secured by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Incorrectly fitted child restraints may swing, twist, tip or come away causing death or injury.

WARNING

- Child restraint anchorage

• Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses or for attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle.

• The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor.

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ISOFIX anchors have been provided in your vehicle. The ISOFIX anchors are located in the left and right outboard rear seating positions. Their locations are shown in the illustration. There is no ISOFIX anchor provided for the center rear seating position.

The ISOFIX anchors are located between the seatback and the seat cushion of the rear seat left and right outboard seating positions.

Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install child restraint seats with ISOFIX or ISOFIXcompatible attachments.

Once you have installed the ISOFIX child restraint, assure that the seat is properly attached to the ISOFIX and tether anchors.Also, test the child restraint seat before you place the child in it. Tilt the seat from side to side. Also tr y to tug the seat forward.Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place.

WARNING - ISOFIX

Anchors

If the child restraint is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being seriously injured or killed in a collision greatly increases.

WARNING - ISOFIX lower

anchors

ISOFIX lower anchors are only to be used with the left and right rear outboard seating positions. Never attempt to attach an ISOFIX equipped seat in the center seating position. You may damage the anchors or the anchors may fail and break in a collision.

WARNING

When using the vehicle's "ISOFIX" system to install a child restraint system in the rear seat, all unused vehicle rear seat belt metal latch plates or tabs must be latched securely in their seat belt buckles and the seat belt webbing must be retracted behind the child restraint to prevent the child from reaching and taking hold of unretracted seat belts. Unlatched metal latch plates or tabs may allow the child to reach the unretracted seat belts which may result in strangulation and a serious injury or death to the child in the child restraint.

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AIR BAG - SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

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What your air bag system does

Driver’s air bag and front passenger’s air bag are designed to supplement the protection offered by the safety belt in certain frontal collisions. Likewise, side air bag and curtain air bags are designed to supplement the protection offered by the safety belt in side collisions. Safety belts are designed to reduce the injury of the driver or passengers in case of light impact or collision. No safety belt or air bag system can completely eliminate injuries that may cause in collisions or impacts.To help reduce impact on driver or passengers in any collision, safety belts must be correctly worn.

What your air bag system does not do

The air bag system is designed to supplement the protection offered by the safety belt system. IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR THE SAFETY BELT.

The importance of using safety belts

There are four very important reasons to use safety belts ev en with an air bag supplemental restraint system.They:

• help keep you in the proper position (away from the air bag) when it inflates .

• reduce the risk of harm in rollover, side impact (vehicles not equipped with side and curtain air bags) or rear impact collisions, because an air bag is not designed to inflate in such situations and even a side curtain air bag is designed to inflate only in certain side impact collisions.

• reduce the risk of harm in frontal or side collisions which are not severe enough to actuate the air bag supplemental restraint system.

• reduce the risk of being ejected from your vehicle.

Your vehicle’s Supplemental Restraint System Control Module is equipped with a recording device that may record the use or status of the safety belt restraint system by the driver and front passenger in certain collisions.

WARNING - Air bags &

safety belts

• Even in vehicles with air bags, you and your passengers must always wear the safety belts provided in order to minimize the risk and severity of injury in the event of a collision or rollover.

• Always wear your safety belt. It can help keep you away from the air bags during heavy braking just before a collision. It may also reduce the risk of occupant ejection.

• If occupants are not wearing safety belts or correctly seated, they cannot be fully protected, and thus face a greater risk of serious injury or death.

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Air bag system components

The main components of your SRS are:

• To indicate that your vehicle is equipped with air bags, the corresponding air bag covers are marked with “SRS AIR BAG”.

- Driver’s air bag

- Passenger’s air bag

- Side air bag (if equipped)

- Curtain air bag (if equipped)

• A diagnostic system that continually monitors the system operation.

• Air bag warning light to warn you of a possible problem with the system.

• Emergency power backup in case your car’s electrical system is disconnected in a crash.

Driver’s air bag

The driver’s air bag is stored in the center of the steering wheel.

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• Driver’s and front passenger’s air bag are designed to inflate only in certain frontal collisions, and side and curtain air bags are designed to inflate in certain side impacts. Frontal air bags are not designed to provide protection in side impacts, rear impacts, rollovers, or less severe frontal collisions. They will not provide protection from later impacts in a multiimpact collision.

• If your vehicle has been subjected to flood conditions (e.g. soaked carpeting/standing water on the floor of the vehicle, etc.) or if your vehicle has become flood damaged in any way, do not attempt to start the vehicle or put the key in the ignition. Have the vehicle towed to an authorized Kia dealer for inspection and necessary repairs.

Disregarding this precaution may cause an unexpected air bag deployment, which could result in serious personal injury or death.

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Front passenger’s air bag

Front passenger’s air bag is stored in the instrument panel on the glove box.

Never put any objects or ornaments on the instrument panel.

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• You must always sit as far back from the steering wheel air bag as possible (chest at least 250 mm (10 inches ) away from the steering wheel), while still maintaining a comfortable seating position for good vehicle control, in order to reduce the risk of injury or death in a collision.

• Never place objects over the air bag storage compartments or between the air bags and yourself.Due to the speed and force of the air bag inflation, such objects could hit your body at high speed and cause severe bodily injury and even death.

• Do not put stickers or ornaments on the steering wheel cover. These may interfere with the deployment of the air bag.

WARNING

• The front seat passenger’s air bag is much larger than the steering wheel air bag and inflates with considerably more force. It can seriously hurt or kill a passenger who is not in the proper position and wearing the safety belt properly. The front passengers should always move their seat as far back as practical and sit back in their seat.

• It is essential that the front passengers always wear their safety belts when vehicle is in motion, even when the vehicle is moving in a parking lot or up a driveway into garage.

• If the driver brakes the vehicle heavily in urgent situations,occupants will be thrown forward. If front passengers are not wearing the safety belts, they will be directly in front of the air bags when inflation occurs. In that situation, severe injury or death is possible.

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Side air bag (if equipped)

Side air bags are stored in the left side of the driver’s seat and right side of the front passenger’s seat.

If air bag inflation conditions are met (side collision), they will inflate.

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• Never allow front passenger to put their hands, feet or face on or close to the instrument panel. In the event of air bag deployment, such a mispositioned occupant would be likely to suffer severe injury or death.

• Never allow children, pregnant women or weak persons to sit in the front passenger seat. They may be seriously injured by the air bag inflation when air bag deploys.

• Do not use child restraint systems on the front passenger's seat, as inflation may cause death or severe personal injury.

• Do not put objects or stickers on the instrument panel. Do not apply any accessory on the front windshield glass or do not install aftermarket mirrors or accessories on the factory installed rearview mirror. Any of these could may interfere with the deployment of air bag inflation or could hit your body at high speed and cause severe bodily injury and even death.

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damage and modifications

• Do not use any accessory seat covers for a vehicle equipped with side air bags.

Use of seat covers could interfere with side air bag deployment.

If seat or seat cover is damaged, have the vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized Kia dealer. Inform them that your vehicle is equipped with side air bags and an occupant detection system.

• Do not make modifications or additions to the seats as they may cause the air bag system to malfunction resulting in severe personal injury or death.

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Curtain air bag (if equipped)

Curtain air bags are located along both sides of the roof rails above the front and rear doors.

They are designed to help protect the heads of the front seat occupants and the rear outboard seat occupants in certain side impact collisions.

• The curtain air bag deployment occurs only on the side of the vehicle affected by the impact.

• The side air bags (side and/or cur tain air bags) are not designed to deploy in collisions from the front or rear of the vehicle or in most rollover situations.

• The curtain air bags are designed to deploy only in certain side-impact collisions, depending on the crash sev erity, angle, speed and impact.

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WARNING

• In order for side air bags (side and curtain air bags) to provide its best protection,both front seat occupants and both outboard rear occupants should sit in an upright position with the seat belts properly fastened.

Importantly, children should sit in a proper child restraint system in the rear seat.

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• When children are seated in the rear outboard seats, they must be seated in the proper child restraint system. Make sure to put the child restraint system as far away from the door side as possible, and secure the child restraint system in a locked position.

• Do not allow the passengers to lean their heads or bodies onto doors, put their arms on the doors, stretch their arms out of the window, or place objects between the doors and passengers when they are seated on seats equipped with side air bags.

• Never try to open or repair any components of the side curtain air bag system. This should only be done by an authorized Kia dealer.

Failure to follow the above mentioned instructions can result in injury or death to the vehicle occupants in an accident.

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Why didn’t my air bag go off in a collision?

(Inflation and non-inflation conditions of the air bag)

There are many types of accidents in which one or more of the air bags would not be expected to provide additional protection.

These include rear impacts, second or third collisions in multiple impact accidents, as well as low speed impacts. Just because your vehicle is damaged and even if it is totally unusable, don’t be surprised that the air bags did not inflate.

Air bag collision sensors

(1)

SRS control module

(2)

Front impact sensor (if equipped)

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Side impact sensor (if equipped)

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Air bag inflation condition

Front air bag

Front air bags (driver’s and front passen- ger’s air bags) are designed to inflate when the impact is delivered to front collision sensors depending on the intensity, speed or angles of impact of the front collision - generally from an area a little to the left to a little to the right of straight ahead.

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WARNING - Protecting air

bag module and sensors

• Do not hit or allow any heavy objects to hit the locations where air bags or sensors are installed.

This may cause damage and unexpected air bag deployment, which could result in severe personal injury or death.

• If the installation location or angle of the sensors is altered in any way, the air bags may deploy when they should not or they may not deploy when they should, causing severe injury or death.

Therefore, do not try to perform maintenance on or around the air bag sensors. Have the vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized Kia dealer.

WARNING - Body changes

• Problems may arise if the sensor installation angles are changed due to the deformation of front bumper, body or B pillar where side collision sensors are installed. In the event of a collision, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

• Your vehicle has been designed to absorb impact and deploy the air bag(s) in certain collisions. Installing aftermarket bumper guards or replacing a bumper with non-genuine parts may adversely affect your vehicles collision and air bag deployment performance.

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Side air bags (if equipped)

Side air bags (side and/or curtain air bags) are designed to inflate when an impact is detected by side collision sensors depending on the strength, speed or angles of impact of side impact of side impact collision or rollover.

Although the front air bags (driver’s and front passenger’s air bags) are designed to inflate only in frontal collision, it may inflate in any collision if front impact sensors detect a sufficient impact. Side air bags (side and/or curtain air bags) are designed to inflate only in side impact collision, it may inflate in any collision if side impact sensors detect a sufficient impact.

If the vehicle chassis is impacted by bumps or objects on unimproved roads or sidewalks, air bags may deploy. Drive carefully on unimproved roads or on surfaces not designed for vehicle traffic to prevent unintended air bag deployment.

To protect occupants, front air bags and pre-tensioner seat belts may deploy in certain side impact collisions.

Air bag non-inflation conditions

• In cer tain low-speed collisions the air bags may not deploy. The air bags are designed not to deploy in such cases because the risk of injuries which can be caused by the air bags exceeds the benefits they provide in protecting occupants.

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• Frontal air bags are not designed to inflate in rear collisions, because occupants are moved backward by the force of the impact. In this case, the air bags do not provide protection.

• Front air bags may not inflate in side impact collision, because occupants move to the direction of the collision, and thus in side impacts, frontal air bag deployment does not provide occupant protection.

However, side or curtain air bags may inflate depending on the intensity, vehicle speed and angles of impact.

• In a slant or angled collision, the force of impact may direct the occupants in a direction between the front and side air bags, and thus the sensors may not deploy any air bags.

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• Just before impact, drivers often brake heavily. Such heavy braking lowers the front portion of the vehicle causing it to “ride” under a vehicle with a higher ground clearance. Air bags may not inflate in this "under-ride" situation because deceleration forces that are detected by sensors may be significantly altered by such “under-ride” collisions.

• Air bags may not inflate in rollover accidents because air bag deployment would not provide proper protection to the occupants.

However, side air bags may inflate when the vehicle is rolled over by a side impact collision, if the vehicle is equipped with side air bags and curtain air bags.

• Air bags may not inflate if the vehicle collides with objects such as utility poles or trees, where the point of impact is concentrated to one area and the full force of the impact is not transmitted to the sensors.

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Air bag system operation

• Air bags only operate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON or START positions.

• Air bags inflate instantly in the event of serious frontal or side collision (if equipped with side air bag or curtain air bag) in order to help protect the occupants from serious physical injury.

• There is no single vehicle speed at which the air bags will inflate.

• Air bag deployment depends on a number of factors including vehicle speed, angles of impact and the density and stiffness of the vehicles or objects which your vehicle hits in the collision.However, factors are not limited to those mentioned above.

• The front air bags will completely inflate and deflate in an instant.

It is virtually impossible for you to see the air bags inflate during an accident. It is much more likely that you will simply see the deflated air bags hanging out of their storage compartments after the collision.

• In order to help provide protection in a severe collision, the air bags must inflate rapidly. The speed of air bag inflation is a consequence of the extremely short time in which a collision occurs and the need to get the air bag between the occupant and the vehicle structures before the occupant impacts those structures.This speed of inflation reduces the risk of serious or lifethreatening injuries in a severe collision and is thus a necessary part of air bag design.

However, air bag inflation can also cause injuries which normally can include facial abrasions, bruises and broken bones, and sometimes more serious injuries because the inflation speed also causes the air bags to expand with a great deal of force.

• There are even circumstances under which contact with the steering wheel air bag can cause fatal injuries, especially if the occupant is positioned excessively close to the steering wheel.

WARNING - Seated

positioning

• To avoid severe personal injury or death caused by deploying air bags in a collision, the driver should sit as far back from the steering wheel air bag as possible (at least 250 mm (10 inches) away). The front passenger should always move their seat as far bac k as possible and sit back in their seat.

• Air bag inflates instantly in an event of collision, passengers may be injured by the air bag expansion force if they are not in proper position.

• Air bag inflation may cause injuries which normally include facial or bodily abrasions,injuries by the broken glasses or burns b y the explosives.

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Noise and smoke

When the air bags inflate, they make a loud noise and they leave smoke and powder in the air inside of the vehicle. This is normal. After the air bag inflates, you may feel substantial discomfort in breathing due to the contact of your chest to both the safety belt and the air bag, as well as from breathing the smoke and powder. We strongly urge you to

open your doors and/or windows as soon as possible after impact in order to reduce discomfort and prevent prolonged exposure to the smoke and powder.

Though the smoke and powder are nontoxic, it may cause irritation to the skin (eyes, nose and throat etc.). Wash and rinse with cold water immediately and consult a doctor if symptoms persist.

Installing a child restraint on a front passenger seat is extremely dangerous and should never be done.

Never place a rear-facing child restraint

in the front passenger’s seat. If the air bag deploys, it would impact the rear-f acing child restraint, causing severe or fatal injuries.

In addition, do not place front-facing child restraint in the front passenger’s seat either. If the front passenger air bag inflates, it may cause severe or fatal injuries to the child.

WARNING - Hot air bag

parts

When the air bags deploy, the air bag related parts in steering wheel and/or instrument panel and/or in both sides of the roof rails above the front and rear doors are very hot. To prevent injury, do not touch the air bag storage area’s internal components immediately after an air bag has inflated.

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Air bag warning light

The purpose of air bag warning light in your instrument panel is to alert you of a potential problem with your air bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).

When the ignition switch is turned ON, the indicator light should blink or illuminate for approximately 6 seconds, then go off.

Have the system checked if:

• The light does not tur n on br iefly when you turn the ignition ON.

• The light stays on after the engine starts.

• The light comes on while the vehicle is in motion.

Air bag (Supplemental Restraint System) service

Your Supplemental Restraint System is virtually maintenance-free. There are no parts which you can service.

You must have the system serviced under the following circumstances:

• If an air bag ever inflates, the air bag must be replaced.Do not try to remove or discard the air bag by yourself.This must be done by an authorized Kia dealer.

• If the air bag warning indicator light alerts you to a problem, have the air bag system checked as soon as possible. Otherwise, your air bag system may be ineffective.

WARNING

• Never put child restraint in the front passenger seat. If the front passenger air bag inflates, it may cause severe or fatal injuries.

• When children are seated in the rear outboard seats in which curtain air bags are equipped, be sure to put the child restraint system as far away from the door side as possible, and secure the child restraint system to be locked in position.

Inflation of side or curtain air bag (if equipped) could cause severe injury or death due to the expansion impact.

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- No modification

Do not modify any part of the air bag system. Modification could make the air bag system ineffective or could cause unnecessary deployment.

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Repairing or scrapping the vehicle

• Repairing/replacing the steering wheel, instrument panel, center console headliner/pillar trim, or modifying vehicle sheet metal components could disable the air bag system. Have such repairs and maintenance performed by an authorized Kia dealer.

• Special care must be taken in scrapping or junking an air bag-equipped vehicle. Always refer such activities to a qualified professional.

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nance or repair

• Do not work on the air bag system’s components or wiring.This could cause the air bags to inflate inadvertently, possibly seriously injuring someone.Working on the system could also disable the system so that the air bags would not deploy in a collision.

• Any work on the air bag system, such as removing, installing, or repairing the steering wheel must be performed by a qualified Kia technician. Improper handling of the air bag system including the steering wheel may result in serious personal injury or death.

Air bag warning label

Air bag warning labels which are now required by the Canadian Motor V ehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) are attached to alert driver and passengers of potential risk of air bag system.

Note that these government warnings focus on the risk to children, Kia also wants you to be aware of the risks which adults are exposed to .Those have been described in previous pages.

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Outside the vehicle

• To open the trunk, insert the key into the lock and turn it to the right (clockwise).

• To close the trunk, use both hands to push the trunk lid down. Check to see if the trunk is completely shut.

Trunk room lamp

Trunk room lamp turns on when the trunk is opened. It remains on until the tr unk is securely closed.

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Make sure to close the trunk securely. If it remains open while engine is not running, it may cause battery discharge because trunk room lamp remains on.

TRUNK (IF EQUIPPED)

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Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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Inside the vehicle

To open the trunk from inside the vehicle, pull the trunk lid release lever.

Emergency trunk safety release (if equipped)

Your vehicle is equipped with an emergency trunk release cable located inside the trunk. The lever glows in the dark when the trunk lid is closed. If someone is inadvertently locked in the trunk, pulling this handle will release the trunk latch mechanism and open the trunk.

WARNING - Exhaust

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If you drive with the trunk lid open, you will draw dangerous exhaust fumes into your vehicle causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants. Open trunk lids can also dangerously obscure rear view vision.

If you must drive with the trunk lid open, keep the air vents open so that additional outside air comes into the vehicle.

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No one should be allowed to occupy the trunk of the vehicle at any time. If the trunk is partially or totally latched and the person is unable to get out, severe injury or death could occur due to lack of ventilation, exhaust fumes and rapid heat build-up, or because of exposure to cold weather conditions. The trunk is also a highly dangerous location in the event of a crash because it is not a protected occupant space but merely a part of the vehicle’s crush zone.

CAUTION

• If a person is locked in the trunk, they can pull the emergency release to open the trunk lid.

• We recommend that cars be kept locked and keys be kept out of the reach of children, and that parents teach their children about the dangers of playing in trunks.

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Opening the hood:

1. Pull the release lever on the lower left side of the instrument panel to unlatch the hood. The hood should pop open slightly.

2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the hood slightly, pull the secondar y latch (1) inside of the hood center and lift (2) the hood.

3. Lift the hood and hold it open with the support rod by inserting the free end of the rod into the slot (1).

HOOD

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Grasp the support rod in the area wrapped in rubber. The rubber will help prevent you from being b urned by hot metal when the engine is hot.

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Closing the hood

1. Before closing the hood, check the following:

• All filler caps in engine compartment must be correctly installed.

• Gloves, rags or any other combustible material must be removed from the engine compartment.

2. Secure the support rod in its clip.

3. Lower the hood to about 30 cm (12 inches) height and then let it drop to properly lock in place.

Make sure the hood is properly locked before driving.

FUEL FILLER LID

1. Stop the engine.

2.To open the fuel filler lid, pull the release lever.

CAUTION

- Hood

• Before closing the hood, make sure that all engine parts and tools have been removed from the engine area and that no one’s hands are near the hood opening.

• 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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CAUTION

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3. Pull the fuel filler lid out to open.

4.To remove the cap, turn the fuel tank cap counterclockwise.

5. Refuel as needed.

6.To install the cap, turn it clockwise until it “clicks”.This indicates that the cap is securely tightened.

7. Close the fuel filler lid and push it lightly and make sure that it is securely closed.

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WARNING - Refueling

If pressurized fuel sprays out, it can cover your clothes or skin and thus subject you to the risk of fire and burns. Always remove the fuel cap carefully and slowly. If the cap is venting fuel or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until the condition stops before completely removing the cap.

WARNING - Refueling dan-

gers

Automotive fuels are flammable materials. When refueling, please note the following guidelines carefully. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in severe personal injury,severe burns or death by fire or explosion.

• Before refueling note the location of the Emergency Gasoline ShutOff, if available, at the gas station facility.

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• Before touching the fuel nozzle, you should eliminate potentially dangerous static electricity discharge by touching another metal part of the vehicle, a safe distance away from the fuel filler neck, nozzle, or other gas source.

• Do not get back into a vehicle once you have begun refueling since you can generate static electricity by touching,rubbing or sliding against any item or fabric (polyester, satin, nylon, etc.) capable of producing static electricity. Static electricity discharge can ignite fuel vapors resulting in rapid burning. If you must reenter the vehicle, you should once again eliminate potentially dangerous static electricity discharge by touching a metal part of the vehicle, away from the fuel filler neck, nozzle or other gasoline source.

• When using a portable fuel container be sure to place the container on the ground prior to refueling.

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• Make sure to refuel with unleaded fuel only.

• Check to make sure the fuel filler cap is securely closed after refueling. A loose fuel filler cap may cause the “Check fuel filler cap ( )” light in the instrument panel to illuminate unnecessarily.

• If the fuel filler cap requires replacement, use only a genuine Kia cap or the equivalent specified for your vehicle. An incorrect fuel filler cap can result in a serious malfunction of the fuel system or emission control system.

• Do not spill fuel on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Any type of fuel spilled on painted surfaces may damage the paint.

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• DO NOT use matches or a lighter and DO NOT SMOKE or leave a lit cigarette in your vehicle while at a gas station especially during refueling. Automotive fuel is highly flammable and can, when ignited, result in fire.

• If a fire breaks out during refueling, leave the vicinity of the vehicle, and immediately contact the manager of the gas station and then contact the local fire department or 911.

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Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite fuel vapors causing a fire. Once refueling has begun, contact with the vehicle should be maintained until the filling is complete.

Use only portable plastic fuel containers designed to carry and store gasoline.

• Do not use cellular phones while refueling. Electric current and/or electronic interference from cellular phones can potentially ignite fuel vapors causing a fire.

• When refueling, always shut the engine off. Sparks produced by electrical components related to the engine can ignite fuel vapors causing a fire. Once refueling is complete, check to make sure the filler cap and filler door are securely closed, before starting the engine.

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Outside rearview mirror

Be sure to adjust mirror angles before driving.

Your vehicle is equipped with both lefthand and right-hand outside rearview mirrors. The mirrors can be adjusted remotely with the control levers or remote switch, depending on the type of mirror control installed.The mirror heads can be folded back to prevent damage during an automatic car wash or when passing in a narrow street.

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NOTICE

Do not scrape ice off the mirror face; this may damage the surface of the glass. If ice should restrict movement of the mirror, do not force the mirror for adjustment. To remove ice, use a deicer spray, ora sponge or soft cloth with very warm water.

Manual remote control (if equipped)

To adjust an outside mirror, move the control lever located at the f orward inside area of the window frame.

MIRRORS

CAUTION

• The right outside rear view mirror is convex. Objects seen in the mirror are closer than they appear.

• Use your interior rearview mirror or direct observation to determine the actual distance of following vehicles when changing lanes.

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Electric remote control (if equipped)

The electric remote control mirror switch allows you to adjust the position of the left and right outside rearview mirrors.To adjust the position of either mirror, move the lever (1) to R or L to select the right side mirror or the left side mirror, then press a corresponding point ( ) on the mirror adjustment control to position the selected mirror up, down, left or right.

After adjustment, put the lever into neutral position to prevent the inadvertent adjustment.

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• The mirrors stop moving when they reach the maximum adjusting angles, but the motor continues to operate while the switch is depressed. Do not depress the switch longer than necessary, the motor may be damaged.

• Do not attempt to adjust the outside rearview mirror by hands. Doing so may damage the parts.

Folding the outside rearview mirror

To fold outside rearview mirror, grasp the housing of mirror and then fold it back, toward the rear of the vehicle.

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Outside rearview mirror heater (if equipped)

The outside rearview mirror heater is automatically turned on when the rear window defroster is turned on. To heat the outside rearview mirror glass, push the button for the rear window defroster.

The rearview mirror heater (and rear window defroster) will not operate unless the engine is running.

The outside rearview mirror glass will be heated for defrosting or defogging and will give you improved rear vision in inclement weather conditions. Push the button again to turn the heater off. The outside rearview mirror heater automatically turns off after 20 minutes.

Day/night rearview mirror (if equipped)

Adjust the rearview mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Make this adjustment before you start driving.

Make this adjustment before you start driving and while the day/night lever is in the day position.

Pull the day/night lever toward you to reduce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you during night driving.

Remember that you lose some rearview clarity in the night position.

CAUTION

Do not place objects in the rear seat or cargo area which would interfere with your vision out the rear window .

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Map light (if equipped)

The lights are turned ON or OFF by pressing the corresponding switch.

(1) Map light (2)

DOOR

: The light turns on when a door is

opened or when a door is unlocked by the transmitter (if equipped). Interior light goes out slowly after 30 seconds if the door is closed. However if the ignition switch is ON or all vehicle doors are locked when the door is closed, interior light will turn off even within 30 seconds.

(3)

ROOM

:The light turns on and stays on even

when the doors are all closed.

Dome light (if equipped)

(1) OFF

:The light stays off even when a door

is open.

(2) DOOR

: The light turns on when a door is

(3)

:The light turns on and stays on even

when the doors are all closed.

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NOTICE

Do not use the interior lights for extended periods when engine is not running. It may cause battery discharge.

INTERIOR LIGHTS

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NOTICE

• To avoid possible theft, do not leave valuables in the storage compartment.

• Since stored items may move while driving, be sure to position them in the storage compartment so that they do not make noise or cause a potential safety hazard when the vehicle is moving.

• Always keep the storage compartment covers closed while driving. Do not attempt to place many items in the storage compartment that the storage compartment cover can not close securely.

Multi box (if equipped)

To open the cover located above the cigarette lighter/power outlet, push the button and pull the cover down. It can be used for storing small items.

Glove box

To open the glove box, pull the handle (1) and the glove box will automatically open (2). Close the glove box after use.

STORAGE COMPARTMENT

WARNING - Flammable

materials

Do not store cigarette lighters, propane cylinders,or other flammable/explosive materials in the vehicle. These items may catch fire and/or explode if the vehicle is exposed to hot temperatures for extended periods.

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To reduce the risk of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed while driving.

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Sunglass holder (if equipped)

A sunglass storage compartment is provided on the overhead console.To open the sunglass holder, press the cover and the holder will slowly open. Place your sunglasses in the compartment door with the lenses facing out. Push to close.

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NOTICE

Make sure the sunglass holder is closed while driving.

INTERIOR FEATURES

Cigarette lighter

To operate the cigarette lighter, press it in and release it.When it is heated, it automatically pops out ready for use.

If the engine is not running, the ignition switch must be in the ACC position for the lighter to operate.

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Do not use the sunglass holder while driving. This could result in loss of control, and an accident causing serious injury or property damage.

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NOTICE

• Do not hold the lighter in after it is already heated because it will overheat.

• Only a genuine Kia lighter should be used in the cigarette lighter socket. The use of plug-in accessories (shavers, hand-held vacuums, and coffee pots, for example) may damage the socket or cause electrical failure.

• If the lighter does not pop out within 30 seconds, remove it to prevent overheating.

Ashtrays

To use the ashtray, open the cover. To remove the ashtray to empty or clean

it, pull it up and out.

Cup holder

Cups or small beverage cans may be placed in the cup holders.

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WARNING - Ashtray use

• Do not use the vehicle’s ashtrays as waste receptacles.

• Putting lit cigarettes or matches in an ashtray with other combustible materials may cause a fire.

WARNING - Hot liquids

• Do not place uncovered cups of hot liquid in the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion. If the hot liquid spills, you could be burned. Such a burn to the driver could cause a loss of control of the vehicle.

• To reduce the risk of personal injury in the event of sudden stop or collision, do not place uncovered or insecure bottles, glasses, cans, etc., in the cup holder while the vehicle is in motion.

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Sunvisor

Use the sunvisor to shield direct light through the front or side windows.

To use a sunvisor, pull it downward. To use a sunvisor for a side window

shade, pull it downward, unsnap it from the bracket (1) and swing it to the side.

To use the vanity mirror, pull down the visor and pull up the mirror cover (2, if equipped).

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NOTICE

• Close the vanity mirror cover securely and return the sunvisor to its original position after use.

• If the vanity mirror lamp is equipped and mirror cover is not closed securely, the lamp will stay on and could result in battery discharge and possible sunvisor damage.

Power socket (if equipped)

The power outlets are designed to provide power for mobile telephones or other devices designed to operate with vehicle electrical systems. The devices should draw less than 10 amps with the engine running.

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NOTICE

• Use the power outlet when the engine is running, and remove a plug from the power outlet after using the electric appliance. Using the power outlet excessively or while the engine is not running or leaving appliances plugged into the power outlet when not in use will cause battery discharge

• Only use the electric appliances which are less than 12V and 10A in electric capacity.

• Adjust the air-conditioner or heater to the lowest operation level when you have to use the power socket while using air-conditioner or heater.

• Close the cover when not in use.

• Some electronic devices can cause electronic interference when plugged into a vehicle’s power outlet. These devices may cause excessive audio static and malfunctions in other electronic systems or devices used in your vehicle.

Digital clock (if equipped)

Whenever the battery terminals or memory fuse are disconnected, you must reset the time.

When the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position, the clock buttons operates as follows:

• HOUR:

Pressing the “H” button with your finger, a pencil or similar object will advance the time displayed by one hour.

• MINUTE:

Pressing the “M” button with your finger, a pencil or similar object will advance the time displayed by one minute.

• RESET:

To clear away minutes, press the “R” button with your finger, a pencil or similar object. Then the clock will be set precisely on the hour.

For example, if the “R” button is pressed while the time is between 9:01 and 9:29, the display will be reset to 9:00.

9:01 ~ 9:29 ➾ 9:00 9:30 ~ 9:59 ➾ 10:00

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(1) SLIDE OPEN (TILT DOWN) button (2) Tilt UP (slide close) BUTTON If your vehicle is equipped with this fea-

ture, you can slide or tilt your sunroof with the sunroof control buttons located on the overhead console.

The sunroof can only be opened, closed, or tilted when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

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NOTICE

• Do not continue to press the sunroof control button(s) after the sunroof is in the fully open, closed, or tilt position(s). Damage to the motor or system components could occur.

• The sunroof cannot slide when it is in the tilt position nor can it be tilted while in an open or slide position.

Sliding the sunroof

Autoslide open

To use the autoslide feature, momentarily (less than 0.4 second) press the SLIDE OPEN button on the overhead console.The sunroof will slide all the way open. To stop the sunroof sliding at any point, press any sunroof control button.

Manual slide open

Press the SLIDE OPEN button on the overhead console and hold it until the sunroof is opened to the desired position.

To close the sunroof, press the TILT UP button on the overhead console and hold it until the sunroof is closed.

Tilting the sunroof

Autotilt open

To use the autotilt feature, momentarily (less than 0.4 second) press the TILT UP button on the overhead console. The sunroof will tilt all the way open.To stop the sunroof tilting at any point, press any sunroof control button.

Manual tilt open

Press the TILT UP button on the overhead console and hold it until the sunroof is opened to the desired position.

To close the sunroof, press the SLIDE OPEN button on the overhead console and hold it until the sunroof is closed.

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Sunshade

The sunshade will be opened with the glass panel automatically when the glass panel is slid.You will have to close it manually if you want it closed.

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NOTICE

• Do not press any sunroof control button longer than necessary. Damage to the motor or system components could occur.

• Periodically remove any dirt that may accumulate on the guide rail.

• If you try to open the sunroof when the temperature is below freezing or when the sunroof is covered with snow or ice, the glass or the motor could be damaged.

• The sunroof is made to slide together with sunshade. Do not leave the sunshade closed while the sunroof is open.

In case of an emergency

If the sunroof does not open electrically:

1. Open the sunglass holder.

2. Remove the two (2) screws, and then remove the overhead console.

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• Do not extend face or arms outside through the sunroof opening while driving.

• Make sure hand and face are safely out of the way before closing a sunroof.

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3. Insert the emergency handle (provided with the vehicle) and turn the handle clockwise to open or counterclockwise to close.

Resetting the sunroof

Whenever the vehicle battery is disconnected or discharged, or you use the emergency handle to operate the sunroof, you have to reset your sunroof system as follows:

1. Tur n the ignition key to the ON position.

2. Set the sunroof to the maximum TILTUP position using the corresponding sunroof switch.

3.Then, release it.

4. Press and hold the TILT UP button once again until the sunroof has returned to the original position of TILT UP after it is raised a little higher than the maximum TILT UP position. This may take several seconds.

When this is complete, the sunroof system is reset.

To keep items from shifting in the trunk, you can use the four rings located in the trunk to attach the cargo net.

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NOTICE

Do not put fragile, bulky or an excessive quantity of items into luggage net. They could be damaged.

Roof type antenna (if equipped)

If your vehicle has an audio system, an amplifying antenna is installed in your vehicle.

This antenna can be removed from the vehicle when you wash your vehicle.

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NOTICE

• Be sure to remove the antenna before washing the car in an automatic car wash or it may be damaged.

• When reinstalling your antenna, it is important that it is fully tightened to ensure proper reception.

WARNING

To avoid eye injury, DO NOT overstretch the netting.

ALWAYS keep face and body out of recoil path of the net, in case of strap.

DO NOT use the luggage net when strap has visible signs of wear or damage.

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AM and FM radio signals are broadcast from transmitter towers located around your city. They are intercepted by the radio antenna on your car. This signal is then received by the radio and sent to your car speakers.

When a strong radio signal has reached your vehicle, the precise engineering of your audio system ensures the best possible quality reproduction. However, in some cases the signal coming to your vehicle may not be strong and clear. This can be due to factors such as the distance from the radio station, closeness of other strong radio stations or the presence of buildings, bridges or other large obstructions in the area.

AM broadcasts can be received at greater distances than FM broadcasts.

This is because AM radio waves are transmitted at low frequencies. These long, low frequency radio waves can follow the curvature of the earth rather than travelling straight out into the atmosphere. In addition, they curve around obstructions so that they can provide better signal coverage.

FM broadcasts are transmitted at high frequencies and do not bend to follow the earth's surface. Because of this, FM broadcasts generally begin to fade at short distances from the station. Also, FM signals are easily affected by buildings, mountains, or other obstructions. These can result in certain listening conditions which might lead you to believe a problem exists with your radio. The following conditions are normal and do not indicate radio trouble:

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• Fading - As your car moves away from the radio station, the signal will weaken and sound will begin to fade.When this occurs, we suggest that you select another stronger station.

• Flutter/Static - Weak FM signals or large obstructions between the transmitter and your radio can disturb the signal causing static or fluttering noises to occur. Reducing the treble level may lessen this effect until the disturbance clears.

• Station Swapping - As a FM signal weakens, another more powerful signal near the same frequency may begin to play. This is because your radio is designed to lock onto the clearest signal. If this occurs, select another station with a stronger signal.

• Multi-Path Cancellation - Radio signals being received from several directions can cause distortion or fluttering. This can be caused by a direct and reflected signal from the same station, or by signals from two stations with close frequencies. If this occurs, select another station until the condition has passed.

Using a cellular phone or a twoway radio

When a cellular phone is used inside the vehicle, noise may be produced from the audio equipment. This does not mean that something is wrong with the audio equipment. In such a case, use the cellular phone at a place as far as possible from the audio equipment.

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CAUTION

When using a communication system such a cellular phone or a radio set inside the vehicle, a separate external antenna must be fitted. When a cellular phone or a radio set is used with an internal antenna alone, it may interfere with the vehicle's electrical system and adversely affect safe operation of the vehicle.

WARNING

Don’t use a cellular phone when you are driving.You must stop at a safe place to use a cellular phone.

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Care of cassette tapes (if equipped)

• Because the thickness of a cassette tape with the total playback time of over 60 minutes (C-60) are too thin, we suggest that you do not use any of them to avoid having tapes being tangled.

• To achieve better sound quality, periodically clean the tape head using a cotton stick with colorless alcohol (once per month).

• If a tape is too loose, fasten it to reel by winding with objects like a pencil.

• Because dust or foreign objects on a cassette tape may damage the playback head, always store tapes in their cases when not in use.

• Make sure cassette tapes are kept away from magnetic devices (TV, stereo system, etc) in order to achieve better sound quality .

• Be cer tain that no objects or substances other than cassette tapes are inserted into the cassette tape player.

• Because tape media can be distorted when exposed to direct sunlight, Do not leave cassette tapes on the seats, dashboard or near the back windshield.

Care of disc (if equipped)

• If the temperature inside the car is too high, open the car windows for ventilation before using your car audio.

• It is illegal to copy and use MP3/WMA/AAC/WAVE files without permission. Use CDs that are created only by lawful means.

• Do not apply volatile agents such as benzene and thinner, normal cleaners and magnetic sprays made for analogue disc onto CDs.

• To prevent the disc surface from getting damaged. Hold and carr y CDs by the edges or the edges of the center hole only.

• Clean the disc surface with a piece of soft cloth before playback (wipe it from the center to the outside edge.)

• Do not damage the disc surface or attach pieces of sticky tape or paper onto it.

• Make sure on undesirable matter other than CDs are inserted into the CD player (Do not insert more than one CD at a time).

• Keep CDs in their cases after use to protect them from scratches or dirt.

• Depending on the type of CD-R/CDRW CDs, certain CDs may not operate normally according to manufacturing companies or making and recording methods.In such circumstances, if you still continue to use those CDs, they may cause the malfunction of your car audio system.

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- Playing an

Incompatible Copy-Protected Audio CD

Some copy-protected CDs, which do not comply with the international audio CD standards(Red Book), may not play on your car audio. Please note that if you try to play copy protected CDs and the CD player of your car audio is not performing to your expectation, this may be caused by those CDs and not a defect in the device itself. Please replace those CDs.

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AUDIO SYSTEM - STEREO RADIO OPERATION (M445) (IF EQUIPPED)

1. POWER ON-OFF, VOLUME Control Knob

2. BAND Select Buttons

3. TUNE/MODE Select Knob

4. AUTO SEEK Select Button

5. SCAN Button

6. EQ Button

7. PRESET STATION Select Buttons

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1. POWER ON-OFF Control Knob

The radio unit may be operated when the ignition key is in the “ACC”or “ON” position. Press the knob to switch the power on.The LCD shows the radio frequency in radio mode, and displays the CD track in CD mode. To switch the power off, press the knob again.

VOLUME Control

Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the volume and turn the knob counterclockwise to reduce the volume.

2. BAND Selector

FM Selection Button

Pressing the button changes the FM1 and FM2 bands.

AM Selection Button

Pressing the button selects the AM band. AM mode is displayed on LCD .

3.TUNE/MODE Select Knob

Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the frequency and turn the knob counterclockwise to reduce the frequency.

Mode Select Knob

Pressing the MODE knob changes the BASS, MIDDLE, TREBLE, FADER and BALANCE mode.

The mode selected is shown on the display.

After selecting the desired mode, rotate the mode select knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust.

BASS Control

To increase the BASS, rotate the knob clockwise, to decrease the BASS, rotate the knob counterclockwise.

MID Control

To increase the MID, rotate the knob clockwise, to decrease the MID, rotate the knob counterclockwise.

TREBLE Control

To increase the TREBLE, rotate the knob clockwise, to decrease the TREBLE, rotate the knob counterclockwise.

FAD (Fader Control)

Rotate the control knob clockwise to emphasize rear speaker sound (front speaker sound will be attenuated).When the control knob is turned counterclockwise, front speaker sound will be emphasized (rear speaker sound will be attenuated).

BALANCE Control

Rotate the knob clockwise to emphasize right speaker sound (left speaker sound will be attenuated). When the control knob is turned counterclockwise, left speaker sound will be emphasized (right speaker sound will be attenuated).

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4. AUTO SEEK Select Button (Automatic Channel Selection)

Press the AUTO SEEK select button. When the side is pressed, the unit will automatically tune to the next higher frequency and when the side is pressed, it will automatically tune to the next lower frequency.

5. SCAN Button

When you Press the button, frequency is changed and the next channel is received automatically.

To stay on a station, press the SCAN button again.

6. EQ Button

Press the EQ button to select the CLASSIC, POPS, ROCK, JAZZ and OFF MODE for the desired tone quality. Each press of the button changes the display as follows;

7. PRESET STATION Select Buttons

Six (6) stations for AM, FM1 and FM2 respectively can be preset in the electronic memory circuit.

HOW TO PRESET STATIONS

Six AM and twelve FM stations may be programmed into the memory of the radio.Then, by simply pressing the AM / FM select buttons and/or one of the six station select buttons, you ma y recall an y of these stations instantly .To program the stations, follow these steps:

• Press AM/FM selector to set the band

for AM, FM1 and FM2.

• Select the desired station to be stored

by seek or manual tuning.

• Determine the preset station select

button you wish to use to access that station.

• Press the station select button for more than two seconds.A select button indicator will show in the display indicating which select button you have depressed. The frequency display will flash after it has been stored into the memory. You should then release the button, and proceed to program the next desired station. A total of 18 stations can be programmed by selecting one AM and two FM station per button.

• When completed, any preset station may be recalled by selecting AM, FM1 or FM2 band and the appropriate station button.

CAUTION

• Do not place beverages close to the audio system. The audio system mechanism may be damaged if you spill them.

• Do not strike or allow anything to impact the audio system, damage to the system mechanisms could occur.

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AUDIO SYSTEM - COMPACT DISC PLAYER OPERATION (M445) (IF EQUIPPED)

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1. CD Select Button

2. Track Up/Down Button

3. Fast Up/Down Button

4. RPT(Repeat) Button

5. SCAN Button

6. CD Eject Button

7. RDM(Random) Button

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1. CD Select Button

• Insert the CD with the label facing upward.

• Insert the CD to start CD playback, during radio operation.

• When a disc is in the CD deck, if you press the CD button the CD player will begin playing even if the radio player is being used.

• The CD player can be used when the ignition switch is in either the “ON” or “ACC” position.

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NOTICE

• Do not stick paper or tape etc., on the label side or the recording side of any discs, as it may cause a malfunction.

• The unit cannot play a CDR(Recordable CD) and CDRW(Rewritable CD) that is not finalized. Please refer to the manual of CDR/CD-RW recorder or CD-R/CD-RW software for more information on finalization process.

• Depending on the recording status, some CD-Rs/CD-RWs may not be played on this unit.

2.TRACK UP/DOWN Button

• The desired track on the disc currently being played can be selected using the track number.

• Press button once to skip forward to the beginning of the next track.

Press within a second after playback begins to quickly move backward through a CD.

If you press after more than a second, it will take you to the beginning of the track you are now listening to.

3. FF/REW Button

If you want to fast forward or reverse through the compact disc track, push and hold the FF or REW button.

When you release the button, the compact disc player will resume playing.

4. REPEAT (RPT) Button

• To repeat the track you are currently listening to, press the RPT button. To cancel, press it again.

• If you do not release RPT operation when the track ends, it will automatically be replayed.

This process will be continued until you push the button again or turn the radio OFF then ON.

5. SCAN Button

• To playback the first 10 seconds of each track, press the SCAN button.

• Press the SCAN button again within 10 sec. when you have reached the desired track.

6. CD EJECT Button

When the button is pressed with a CD loaded, the CD will eject.

Forcing to eject : To force to eject a CD, press this button for more than 3 seconds.

(Do this only when a CD is jammed and you can not eject it in the normal way - e.g.) in case that you have inserted 2 CDs by mistake)

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7. RANDOM(RDM)

Press the RDM button to listen the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order.

Press it again to cancel random play.

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NOTICE

• To assur e properoperation of the unit, keep the vehicle interior temperature within a normal range by using the vehicle's air conditioning or heating system.

• When replacing the fuse, replace it with a fuse having the correct capacity.

• All stored bookmarks are all erased when the car battery is disconnected or power to the vehicle is lost. If this occurs, the bookmarks will have to be reset.

• This equipment is designed to be used only in a 12 volt DC battery system with negative ground.

• This unit is made of precision parts. Do not attempt to disassemble or adjust any parts.

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• When driving your vehicle, be sure to keep the volume of the unit set low enough to allow you to hear sounds coming from the outside.

• Do not expose this equipment (including the speakers and CD) to water or excessive moisture.

CAUTION

• Do not insert warped or poor quality discs into the CD player as damage to the unit may occur.

• Do not inser t anything like coins into the player slot as damage to the unit may occur.

• Do not place beverages close to the audio system. The playback mechanism may be damaged if you spill them.

• Do not strike or allow anything to impact the audio system, damage to the system mechanisms could occur.

• Off-road or rough surface driving may cause the compact disc to skip. Do not use the compact disc when driving in such conditions as damage to the compact disc face could occur.

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• Do not attempt to grab or pull the compact disc out while the disc is being pulled into the audio unit by the self-loading mechanism. Damage to the audio unit and compact disc could occur.

• Avoid using recorded compact discs in your audio unit. Original compact discs are recommended.

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AUDIO SYSTEM - STEREO RADIO OPERATION (M455) (IF EQUIPPED)

1. POWER ON-OFF, VOLUME Control Knob

2. Adjustment Mode Select (AUDIO) Button

3. BAND Select Button

4. SCAN Button

5. EQ Button

6. AUTO SEEK Select Button

7. TUNE (Manual) Select Knob

8. PRESET STATION Select Buttons

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1. POWER ON-OFF Control Knob

• The radio unit may be operated when the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Press the button to switch the power on.The display shows the radio frequency in the radio mode, the tape direction indicator in the tape mode or CD/MP3 track in either the CD/MP3 mode. To switch the power off, press the button again.

• Push the FM/AM, TAPE or CD/MP3 to turn on that function without pushing Power ON-OFF control knob.

VOLUME Control

Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the volume and turn the knob counterclockwise to reduce the volume.

2. Adjustment Mode Select

(AUDIO) Button

Pressing the AUDIO button changes the BASS, MIDDLE, TREBLE, FADER and BALANCE mode.

The mode selected is shown on the display.

After selecting the desired mode, rotate the mode select knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust.

BASS Control

To increase the bass, rotate the knob clockwise, to decrease the bass, rotate the knob counterclockwise.

MID Control

To increase the MID, rotate the knob clockwise, to decrease the MID, rotate the knob counterclockwise.

TREBLE Control

To increase the TREBLE, rotate the knob clockwise, to decrease the TREBLE, rotate the knob counterclockwise.

FAD (Fader Control)

Turn the control knob clockwise to emphasize rear speaker sound (front speaker sound will be attenuated).When the control knob is turned counterclockwise, front speaker sound will be emphasized (rear speaker sound will be attenuated).

BALANCE Control

Rotate the knob clockwise to emphasize right speaker sound.(Left speaker sound will be attenuated) When the control knob is turned counter clockwise, left speaker sound will be emphasized (Right speaker sound will be attenuated).

3. BAND Select Button

Pressing the FM/AM Button changes the AM, FM1 and FM2 bands. The mode selected is shown on the display.

4. SCAN Button

When you Press the button, frequency is changed and the next channel is received automatically.

To stay on a station, press the SCAN button again.

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