Kia Sorento 2006 Owner's 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,
of to the world.” The second syllable,
Ki,
in the word “Kia” means “to arise from to the world” or “to come up out
a,
means “Asia.” So, the word
from” or “to come up out of Asia to the world.”
Drive safely and enjoy your Kia!
Kia,
means “to arise
FOREWORD
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 & Consumer
Information Manual that provides important information
on all warranties regarding your vehicle. If your vehicle is
equipped with an audio system, you will also receive a
Kia Integrated Audio System Manual. We urge you to
read these manuals carefully.
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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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 1
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE 2
KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE 3
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 4
DRIVING TIPS 5
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY 6
MAINTENANCE 7
SPECIFICATIONS 8
INDEX 9
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INTRODUCTION
How to Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Vehicle Handling Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Vehicle Break-In Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
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INTRODUCTION
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
We want to help you get the greatest
possible driving pleasure from your
vehicle. Your Owner’s Manual can
assist you in many ways. For your
safety and the safety of your passengers, we strongly urge that you
read the entire manual. In order to
avoid death or injury, please
review the WARNING and CAUTION sections contained throughout the manual. The WARNING and
CAUTION sections are easily recognized by their special markings
listed on this page.
Illustrations complement the words in
this manual to best explain how to
enjoy your vehicle. By reading your
manual, you will learn about features,
important safety information, and
driving under various road conditions.
The general layout of the manual is
provided in the Table of Contents. In
addition, an alphabetical index located at the back of the manual has
been provided for you reference.
Sections: This manual has eight sections plus an index. Each section
begins with a brief list of contents to
provide you with an overview of what
is contained in that section.
You will find various WARNING’s,
CAUTION’s, and NOTICE’s in this
manual. These WARNING’s,
CAUTION’s and NOTICE’s are provided to enhance your safety and
continued satisfaction with your Kia
vehicle.You should carefully read and
follow all procedures and recommendations provided in these
WARNING’s, CAUTION’s and
NOTICE’s.
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.
✽✽
NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates a situation in
which damage to your vehicle could
result if the notice is ignored.
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INTRODUCTION
VEHICLE HANDLING
INSTRUCTIONS
As with other vehicles of this type,
failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control, an
accident or vehicle rollover. Specific
design characteristics (higher ground
clearance, track, etc.) give this vehicle a higher center of gravity than
ordinary cars. They are not designed
for cornering at the same speeds as
conventional 2-wheel drive vehicles.
Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. Again, failure to operate this
vehicle correctly may result in loss of
control, an accident or vehicle
rollover. Be sure to read the “onpavement’’ and “off-road’’ driving
guidelines, Section 5 in this manual.
VEHICLE BREAK-IN
PROCESS
No special break-in period is needed.
By following a few simple precautions
for the first 600 miles (1 000 km) 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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YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Interior and Exterior Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Instrument Panel Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
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YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OVERVIEW
1 2 3 4 5 6
1. Outside rearview mirror
2. Instrument cluster
3. Steering wheel
4. Seat
5. Rear hatch window
6. Rear hatch
7. Door
8. Power window switches
9. Rear door child safety lock
10. Shift lever
11. Parking brake lever
12. Lights
13. Spare tire
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7 8 9 10 11 12 13
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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
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PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
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P
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L
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
1. Light control / Turn signals
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R
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A
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R
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A
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2. 4 wheel drive control knob
(if equipped)
3. Instrument cluster
4. Wiper/Washer
5. Climate control system (if equipped)
6. Radio (if equipped)
7. Passenger’s Air Bag (if equipped)
8. Air vent
9. Hood release lever
10. Driver’s Air Bag (if equipped)
11. Steering wheel
12. Ignition switch
13. Parking brake lever
14. Shift lever (if equipped)
15. Power outlet
16. Glove box
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KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Immobilizer System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Rear Seat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25
Air Bag - Supplemental Restraint System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-44
Rear Hatch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-67
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-69
Fuel Filler Lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-70
Auto Fuel Cutoff Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-72
Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-73
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-74
Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-76
Cup Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-78
Sunglass Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-79
Storage Compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-80
Electrical Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-82
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-83
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-86
Luggage Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-86
Tonneau cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-87
Luggage center box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-88
Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-89
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KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS
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The key code number is stamped on
the plate attached to your key set.
Should you lose your keys, this number will enable an authorized Kia
dealer to duplicate your keys easily.
Remove this plate from the key ring
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.
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 could
place the key in the ignition and
operate the power windows or
other controls, leading to a serious accident. Never leave a
child alone in the vehicle, with
or without keys.
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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IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM FOR GASOLINE ENGINE
(IF EQUIPPED)
M M
ID Key
The immobilizer system is an antitheft device, designed to deter automobile theft.
Master Key
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CAUTION
A transponder equipped in your
ignition key is very important
part to deactivate the immobilizer system. So you must not give
any shock on it. It could cause
the failure of your immobilizer
system and your vehicle’s starting.
1) ID key
This key must be used first to register a unique ID code in the ICM.
2) Master key
This key is for general use. It will
open all locks on your vehicle. One
side of the key has the Kia logo
and the other side has the “M”
symbol.
CAUTION
Don’t lose your ID key or forget
the password.
Always keep your ID key in a
place where you remember and
record your password. If you
don’t have both the password
and ID key, consult your
Authorized Kia Dealer.
KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
✽✽
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.
If you need additional keys or lose
your keys, your Authorized Kia
Dealer can make new keys if you can
supply the key number and ID key.
✽✽
NOTICE
If you make your own duplicate
key, you will not be able to cancel
the system or start the engine.
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KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
Limp home (override) procedure
When you turn the ignition key to the
ON position, if the IMMO indicator
remains on continuously after blinking 6 times, the transponder installed
in the ignition key is out of order. You
cannot start the engine without using
the limp home procedure. To start the
engine, you have to input your password using the ignition switch.
The following procedure shows how
to input a sample password of “2345.”
1. Turn the ignition key to the ON
position. The IMMO indicator will
blink 6 times and remain on indicating the beginning of the limp
home procedure.
2. Turn the ignition key to the ACC
position.
3. To enter the first digit (in this example “2”), turn the ignition key to the
ON and ACC position twice. Wait 3
seconds but not more than 10 seconds, and perform the same procedure for the next digits (for
example, for “3”, turn the ignition to
ON and ACC 3 times).
4. If all of the digits have been input
successfully, you have to start the
engine within 10 seconds. If you
attempt to start the engine after 10
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.
CAUTION
If you cannot start your engine
in spite of the limp home procedure, have your vehicle towed
by an authorized Kia dealer for
inspection and necessary
repairs.
CAUTION
Do not change, alter or adjust
the immobilizer system at your
discretion. It could cause the
malfunction of your immobilizer
system. A malfunction resulting
from the changing, altering
and/or adjusting by persons
other than an authorized Kia
dealer will not be covered by
the Kia Warranty.
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DOOR LOCKS
LOCK
UNLOCK
KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
Two turn unlock system
To unlock the other doors and rear
hatch, turn the key to the rear of the
vehicle twice within three seconds.To
lock all doors and rear hatch, turn the
key toward the front of the vehicle
once.
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Automatic Door Locks
Operating Door Locks - With the
Key
• Turn the key toward rear of vehicle
to unlock.
Turn the key toward front of vehicle
to lock.
• All four doors and rear hatch can be
locked and unlocked from the driver or passenger door with the key.
• Once the doors are unlocked, they
may be opened by pulling the door
handle.
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Operating Door Locks - Without
the Key
Pushing the door lock knob and then
closing the door enables the door to
lock without a key.
✽✽
NOTICE
Always remove the ignition key,
engage the parking brake, close all
windows and lock all doors when
leaving your vehicle unattended.
3-5
KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
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Operating Door Locks - With
Remote Keyless Entry (If equipped)
If your vehicle has this feature, you
can lock and unlock your doors and
rear hatch from up to 5 m (15 feet)
away using the key chain transmitter
supplied with your vehicle.
• Lock ( ):
If you depress the corresponding
button on the transmitter, all four
doors and rear hatch will lock and
the hazard lamp will flash once.
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• Unlock ( ):
If you depress the corresponding
button on the transmitter, all the driver’s door will unlock, the hazard
lamp will flash twice and the dome
light and/or rear cargo area light will
come on for 30 seconds if their
switches are placed in the center
position.
To unlock the other doors and rear
hatch, depress the corresponding
button twice within three seconds.
After depressing this button, unless
you open the doors within 30 seconds, all four doors will lock automatically.
• Rear hatch window unlock ( ):
If you depress the corresponding
button on the transmitter, the rear
hatch window will unlock.
• Panic ( ):
If you depress the corresponding
button on the transmitter for more
than 2 seconds, the horn will sound
and hazard lamp will flash for about
27 seconds.
WARNING
Leaving your vehicle unlocked
can invite theft or possible harm
to you or others from someone
hiding in your vehicle while you
are gone. Always remove the
ignition key, engage the parking
brake, close all windows and
lock all doors when leaving
your vehicle unattended.
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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Battery Replacement
1. Insert a slim tool into the slot and
gently pry open the transmitter.
2. Remove and replace the 3-volt battery with the (+) facing up.
3. Reassemble the transmitter.
4. Check the transmitter operation.
✽✽
NOTICE
• The keyless entry system may not
operate when;
- the ignition key is in the ignition
switch.
- you exceed the operating dis-
tance limit (5m).
- the battery in the transmitter is
weak.
- other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal. Check the
location.
- the weather is very 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.
• If you have a problem with the
keyless entry system, contact an
authorized Kia dealer as soon as
possible.
KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
CAUTION
• 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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KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
UNLOCK
LOCK
UNLOCK
LOCK
LOCK
UNLOCK
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Operating Door Locks From
Inside the vehicle
• To lock a door, push the door lock
button to the “LOCK” position.
• To unlock a door, pull the door lock
button to the “UNLOCK” position.
• To open a door, pull the door handle outward.
• If you pull the driver’s door handle,
the driver’s door is automatically
unlocked and opened.
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Central Door Locks (If equipped)
• Pressing the front portion of the
door lock switch will automatically
lock all the doors and rear hatch.
• Pressing the rear portion of the
door lock switch will automatically
unlock all the doors and rear hatch.
• If you lock/unlock the driver door or
the passenger door with a key, all
the doors and rear hatch will automatically lock/unlock. (When
unlocking the driver door with a key,
refer to “Two turn unlock system” on
page 3-5.)
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• If you lock/unlock the passenger
door with the manual door lock, all
the doors and rear hatch will automatically lock/unlock.
• If you lock/unlock the driver door
with the manual door lock, only the
driver door will lock/unlock.
The door ajar warning light will illuminate when a door is not fully closed.
Close the door completely and the
light will go out.
✽✽
NOTICE
If the airbag deploys, all doors will
unlock automatically.
KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
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.
CAUTION
The doors should always be
fully closed and locked while
the vehicle is in motion to prevent accidental opening of the
door.
Locked doors will also discourage potential intruders when
the vehicle stops or slows.
LOCKED FREE
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Rear Door Child Safety Lock
The child safety lock prevents children from opening the rear doors
from the inside. It should be used
whenever children are in the vehicle.
To lock, push the child safety lock to
the “LOCKED” position.
• To lock a rear door so that it cannot
be opened from the inside, push
the child safety lock located on the
rear edge of the door to the
“LOCKED” position before closing
the door.
• To open a rear door while the child
safety lock is engaged, push the
door lock button to the “UNLOCK”
position (red mark is visible) then
pull the outside door handle.
WARNING
Rear Door Locks
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If children accidentally open the
rear doors while the vehicle is
in motion, the child could fall
out and be seriously injured. To
prevent a child 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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KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
WINDOWS
Power Windows
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 switch which can block the operation of the passenger windows.
✽✽
NOTICE
To prevent the possibility of damage
to the power window system, do not
open or close more than two windows at the same time. This will also
ensure the longevity of the fuse.
WARNING - Windows
• Do not allow children to play
with the power windows. They
may seriously injure themselves or others.
• Always double check to make
sure all arms, hands, and other
obstructions are safely out of
the way before closing a window.
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Driver’s Door Power Window
Controls
The driver’s door has a master power
window switch that controls all the
windows in the vehicle. The ignition
switch must be in the ON position for
power windows to operate.To open a
window, press down on the front portion of the corresponding switch. To
close a window, pull up on the front
portion of the corresponding power
window switch.
Driver’s Window Automatic-down
Window Switch
The driver’s window has an
“Automatic-Down” feature. To activate
the express-down feature, momentarily depress the front of the switch
to the second detent position. To cancel this feature, pull up on the front of
the switch and then release it or
momentarily depress the front of the
switch to the first detent position.
Power Window Timer (If equipped)
The power windows can be operated
for approximately 30 seconds after
the ignition key is removed or turned
to the ACC or LOCK position.
However, if the front doors are
opened, the power windows cannot
be operated even within 30 seconds
after the ignition key removal.
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KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
Driver’s Power Window Switch
The driver’s power window switch
provides two (2) separate windowdown functions.
• Depressing the driver’s power window switch completely lowers the
driver’s window automatically
(Automatic-Down). To cancel this
function, pull up on the front of the
switch and release it or momentarily depress the front of the switch to
the first detent position.
• Depressing the driver’s power window switch partially (to the first
detent) provides precise control of
the window-down position. To
raise/close the driver’s window, pull
up on the power window switch.
Power window lock switch
Power Window Lock Switch
Feature
The driver can disable the power window switches on a passenger door by
depressing the power window lock
switch located on the driver’s door to
ON. When the power window lock
switch is ON, the driver’s master
control can not operate the passenger door power windows either.
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WARNING
- Power Windows
• Keep the driver’s door power
window lock switch in the ON
(depressed) position, except
when someone is operating a
passenger door window.
Serious injury can result
(especially to children) from
unintentional window operation.
• Always double check to make
sure all arms, hands, and
other obstructions are safely
out of the way before closing
a window.
✽✽
NOTICE
If you notice buffeting and pulsation (wind shock) with either side
window open, you should open the
opposite window slightly to reduce
the condition.
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KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
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Passenger Doors Power Window
Controls
To open a window, press down on the
front portion of the power window
switch. To close a window, pull up on
the front portion of the power window
switch.
✽✽
NOTICE
The driver’s door power window
“LOCK” switch must be in the
OFF position (not depressed) to
operate the passenger door windows.
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FRONT SEAT
KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
WARNING - Driver’s Seat
• Adjusting the driver’s seat with
the vehicle in motion could
cause loss of control and a
serious accident.
• Do not allow anything to interfere with the normal position of
the seatback. Storing items
against a seatback or in any
other way interfering with proper locking of a seatback could
result in serious or fatal injury
in a sudden stop or collision.
• Always drive and ride with your
seatback upright and the lap
portion of the safety belt, or lap
belt, snug and low across the
hips. This position puts your
safety belts in the best position
to protect you in case of an
accident.
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• The Canadian Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards (CMVSS)
recommends that the driver
sit at least 10 inches (250 mm)
away from the steering wheel
to avoid the risk of serious
injury or death due to the
deployment of the driver’s
airbag.
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Front Seat Adjustment - Manual
Moving the Front Seat Forward
and Backward
To move the seat forward or backward, pull up on the lever under the
front edge of the seat cushion, slide
the seat to the desired position, and
release the lever. To ensure the seat
is locked in position, check for any
seat movement.
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KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
CAUTION
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.
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Adjusting the Front Seatback
Recliner
To change the seatback angle, lean
forward slightly and raise the lever
located on the outer portion of the
seat. Slowly and carefully lean back
to the desired angle and release the
lever. After adjustment, make sure
that the lever has returned to its original locked position.
WARNING - Front Seat
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,
the occupant’s hips may slide
under the lap portion of the
safety belt applying great force
to the unprotected abdomen.
Internal injuries could result.
Keep the seatbacks in a comfortably upright position whenever the vehicle is in motion.
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KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
To change the height (rear portion) of
the seat cushion, rotate the knob
located on the outside of the seat
cushion.
• To lower the seat cushion, rotate
the knob toward the front of the
vehicle.
• To raise the seat cushion, rotate the
knob toward the rear of the vehicle.
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Adjusting the Height of Driver
Seat Cushion
To change the height (front portion)
of the seat cushion, rotate the knob
located on the outside of the seat
cushion.
• To lower the seat cushion, rotate
the knob toward the front of the
vehicle.
• To raise the seat cushion, rotate the
knob toward the rear of the vehicle.
Lumbar Support
(Driver’s Seat Only)
You can adjust the lumbar support by
moving the lever on the right side of
the driver’s seatback. Pivoting the
lever increases or decreases the lumbar support.
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Driver Seat Adjustment - Power
(If equipped)
The driver seat can be adjusted by
using the control knob on the outside
of the seat. Before driving, adjust the
seat to the proper position so as to
easily control the steering wheel,
pedals and switches on the instrument panel.
CAUTION
Do not operate two knobs at the
same time.
WARNING - Driver’s Seat
• Never attempt to adjust seat
while the vehicle is moving.
This could result in loss of
control, and an accident causing death, serious injury, or
property damage.
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• In order to avoid unnecessary
airbag injuries including the
possibility of severe injury or
death, always sit as far back
as possible from the steering
wheel while still being able to
maintain comfortable control
of your vehicle.
• The Canadian Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards (CMVSS)
recommends that the driver
sit at least 10 inches (250 mm)
away from the steering wheel
to avoid the risk of serious
injury or death due to the
deployment of the driver’s
airbag.
• The power seats are operable
with the ignition OFF.
Therefore, children should
never be left unattended in the
car.
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Moving the Front Seat Forward
and Backward
Push the control knob forward or
backward to move the seat to the
desired position. Release the knob
and the seat will lock in that position.
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NOTICE
Prior to operating the vehicle,
ensure the seat is locked securely by
trying to move the seat forward or
backward without using the control
knob. If the seat moves, it is not
locked properly.
KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
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Adjusting the Front Seatback
Recliner
Rotate the upper portion of the control knob forward or backward to
recline the seatback to the desired
position. Release the control knob
and the seatback will lock in position.
Adjusting the Height of Front Seat
Cushion
Front height of front seat cushion
Move the front portion of the control
knob up to raise or down to lower the
front part of the seat cushion.
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Rear height of front seat cushion
Move the rear portion of the control
knob up to raise or down to lower the
rear part of the seat cushion.
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Height of front seat cushion
To raise or lower the seat cushion
totally, pull up and push down on the
center of the corresponding switch.
WARNING
To minimize the risk of possible
severe personal injury in the
event of a collision, both the driver's and passenger's seatbacks should be in a normal
seating position while the car is
in motion. The protection provided by the vehicle’s restraint
system may be reduced significantly when the seatbacks are
reclined. All parts of the
restraint system are designed
to absorb energy in an accident
and this can best be accomplished if the seatback is in a
normal seating position and the
seatbelt is in close proximity to
the occupant.
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H
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
M
L
R
✽✽
NOTICE
The seat warmer will not operate if
ambient temperature is above
37±3°C (98.5±5.5°F).
TEMP
AUTO
A/C
AUTO AMB
OFF
A/C
MODE
AMB
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Heating the Front Seats
(If equipped)
The front seats can be electrically
heated individually when the ignition
switch is ON. To heat one of the front
seats, depress the corresponding
switch on the center panel. To deactivate the seat heater, press the
switch again.
Release
lever
Headrest
All the seat headrests provide comfort and also help protect your head
and neck in the event of certain kinds
of collisions.
Hold the headrest and pull up to raise
it. It will lock into position. To lower the
headrest, push the lock lever on the
left side and push down on the headrest.
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KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
If your vehicle is equipped with the
headrest swing feature, the front
headrests may be adjusted forward
to four positions by pulling it forward.
To adjust the headrest backwards,
pull it forward and release it.
WARNING - Headrests
• To reduce the risk of head and
neck injuries, don’t operate
the vehicle with the headrest
removed or improperly positioned.
• For best protection, adjust the
headrest so its center is as
high as your ears.
• Do not adjust the driver’s
headrest while driving.
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REAR SEAT
KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
WARNING
- Rear Seatback
• The rear seatback must be
securely latched. If not, passengers and objects could be
thrown forward resulting in
serious injury or death in the
event of a sudden stop or collision.
• Luggage and other cargo
should be laid flat in the cargo
area. If objects are large,
heavy, or must be piled, they
must be secured. Under no
circumstances should cargo
be piled higher than the seatbacks. Failure to follow these
warnings could result in serious injury or death in the
event of a sudden stop, collision or rollover.
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• No passenger should ride in
the cargo area or sit or lie on
folded seatbacks while the
vehicle is moving. All passengers must be in seats and
restrained properly while riding.
• When resetting the seatback
to the upright position, make
sure it is securely latched by
pushing it forward and backwards.
• To avoid the possibility of
burns, do not remove the carpet in the cargo area.
Emission controls beneath
this floor generate high
exhaust temperatures.
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Split Folding Rear Seat
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,
press the lock release button located on top of the seatbacks, then fold
the seatback forward and down.
• To raise the seatback, lift and push it
firmly until it clicks into place.
• When you return the seatback to its
upright position, reposition the rear
safety belts so that they can be used
by rear seat passengers.
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