Kia Optima 2004, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...est car company in Korea It s a company that has thousands of employees focused on building high quality vehicles at affordable prices because the employees own a significant percentage of the company 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...

Page 2: ...cribed in this manual along with the various illustrations may not all be applicable to your particular vehicle The information and specifications included in this manual were accurate at the time of printing Kia Motors 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 Ki...

Page 3: ...n Section 1 Your Vehicle At A Glance Section 2 Knowing Your Vehicle Section 3 Driving Your Vehicle Section 4 Driving Tips Section 5 In Case Of An Emergency Section 6 Maintenance Section 7 Specifications Section 8 Index Section 9 ii ...

Page 4: ...How To Use This Manual 1 2 Vehicle Break In Process 1 3 INTRODUCTION 1 1 ...

Page 5: ...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 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 WARNINGs CAUTIONs and NOTICEs in this manual These WARNINGs CAUTIONs and NOTICEs were prepared to enhance your personal safety ...

Page 6: ...0 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 speeds are beneficial for proper engine break in Avoid hard stops except in emergencies to allow the brakes to seat properly Avoid full throttle starts ...

Page 7: ...Interior and Exterior Overview 2 2 Instrument Panel Overview 2 3 YOUR VEHICLE AT A GLANCE 2 1 ...

Page 8: ...ew mirror 2 Sunvisor 3 Sunroof If equipped 4 Seat 5 Spare tire 6 Lights 7 Fuel filler lid 8 Parking brake 9 Rear door child safety lock 10 Power window switches If equipped 11 Door 12 Outside rearview mirror 13 Air bags If equipped 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 2 3 EMSA2001 ...

Page 9: ...ontrol 4 Clock 5 Radio If equipped 6 Air bag If equipped 7 Vent 8 Glove box 9 Shift lever Automatic 10 Parking brake 11 Wiper Washer 12 Power outlet 13 Hood release 14 Light control Turn signals 15 Steering wheel TCS ON OFF SPORT AUTO ECS 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 7 15 1 14 2 3 EMSA2002 ...

Page 10: ...7 Illumimated Door Key Cylinder 3 9 Door Locks 3 9 Windows 3 12 Seats 3 15 Safety Belts 3 23 Air Bag 3 49 Trunk Lid 3 58 Hood 3 60 Fuel Filler Lid 3 62 Steering Wheel 3 64 Mirrors 3 64 Interior Lights 3 67 Cup Holders and Console Storage Compartment 3 69 KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE 3 1 ...

Page 11: ...KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE 3 2 Sunglass Holder 3 70 Sunroof 3 70 Antenna 3 73 Luggage Net 3 75 ...

Page 12: ...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 Leaving your sub key with a parking attendant will ensure that your vehicle s trunk trunk lid release glove b...

Page 13: ...re other vehicles or objects around the vehicle 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 KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE 3 4 EMSA3067 To lock the door depress this button Hazard warning light is turned on and turned off for about 1second To unlock the door depress this button Hazard w...

Page 14: ...n condition 1 Using the screwdriver loosen the screw on the transmitter backside and use a thin tool to pry open the transmitter 2 Disassemble the transmitter and remove the battery in the backside 3 Make sure the battery Plus faces up CAUTION Using the wrong specified battery can cause the malfunction of the transmitter Be sure to use the standardized goods 3 5 EMSA3068 ...

Page 15: ...ee times At the same time the engine does not start Withheld alarm When the alarm is armed the alarm will not sound if the trunk lid is opened with either the key or the transmitter However if the trunk lid is not opened completely within two seconds after unlocking with the key or transmitter Also if any of the doors or hood is opened while the trunk lid is open and the alarm armed the alarm will...

Page 16: ...r locks but it will not operate the trunk and the glove box One side of the key has the Kia logo and the other side has the S symbol 4 Leaving your sub key with a parking attendant will ensure that your vehicle s trunk trunk lid release glove box compartment and rear trunk access may not be unlocked in your absence NOTICE Before leaving your sub key with a parking attendant make sure that the lock...

Page 17: ...er should be recorded and kept in a safe place in case the need to order further keys arises New keys are available from any Kia dealer by quoting the relevant key number In the interest of security the metal tag attached to the keys which bears the key number should be removed from the key ring after you receive your new vehicle In addition key numbers cannot be provided by Kia for security reaso...

Page 18: ...oors can be locked and unlocked with the key Turn the key to the left to lock and to the right to unlock the door Once a door is unlocked it may be opened by pulling the door handle Operating Door Locks Without Key To lock a door without the key push the inside door lock button to the LOCK position and close the door NOTICE Always remove the ignition key engage the parking brake close all windows ...

Page 19: ...out WARNING Never leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle An enclosed vehicle can become extremely hot or oxygen get rare causing death or severe injury to children or to animals who cannot escape the vehicle CAUTION The doors should always be fully closed and locked while the vehicle is in motion to prevent accidental opening of the doors Locked doors will also discourage potential in...

Page 20: ... the child safety lock located on the rear edge of the door to the LOCKED position toward rear of vehicle before closing the door To open a rear door while the child safety lock is engaged push the door lock knob to the UNLOCK position then pull the outside door handle WARNING REAR DOOR LOCKS If children accidentally open the rear doors while the vehicle is in motion they could fall out and be ser...

Page 21: ...senger window switches NOTICE To prevent the power window fuse from malfunctioning and the power window system from being damaged do not open or close more than two windows at the same time Driver s Door Power Window Controls All windows can be opened or closed using the power window master control on the driver s door To open a window press down on the corresponding power window switch To close a...

Page 22: ...ssing 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 Timer If equipped The power windows can be operated for 30 seconds after the ignition key is turned to the ACC or LOCK position However while the front doors are opened the power windows cannot b...

Page 23: ...s are safely out of the way before closing a window NOTICE If you experience buffeting and pulsation wind shock with either side window open you should open the opposite window slightly to reduce the condition Passenger Door Power Window Controls To open a window press the front portion of the switch down To close a window pull the front portion of the switch up WARNING PASSENGERS Do not allow chi...

Page 24: ...ack upright and the lap portion of the safety belt snug and low across the hips Don t let children be sat Don t seated children in the front passenger seat for it will cause seriouse injury or death when airbag operates if a child is riding in the front passenger seat they should always ride with the seatback in the fully upright position FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT Moving the Front Seat Forward and Bac...

Page 25: ...the seatback is located in place The lever MUST return to its orginal position for the seatback to lock WARNING PASSENGERS To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap portion of the lap shoulder belt and potentially suffering serious personal injury or death in the event of a collision do not use the front seatback in a reclined position while the vehicle is in motion If a seat is reclined the occ...

Page 26: ...umbar support by moving the lever on the side of the driver s seatback Pivoting the lever toward the front of the vehicle increases the lumbar support Pivoting the lever toward the rear of the vehicle decreases the lumbar support POWER DRIVER S SEAT IF EQUIPPED The driver s seat can be adjusted appropriately by using the control knob on the left side of the seat Before driving adjust the seat to t...

Page 27: ... Please sit 10inchs 250mm more far away from steering for avoiding from serious damage resulting from airbag deployment Adjusting Seat Forward and Rearward Pull the control knob forward or backward to move the seat forward or backward to the desired position Release the knob and then the seat will lock at that position 1 Reclining Control Knob 2 Sliding and Height Adjusting Control Knob WARNING To...

Page 28: ...eatback will lock in that position WARNING To minimize the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision or a sudden stop both the driver s and passenger s seatback should remain in an upright position while the car is in motion Otherwise the protection provided by the seat belts and airbags may be reduced significantly when the seatbacks are reclined There is a greater risk that the seat oc...

Page 29: ... the left side grommet while pushing the headrest down to the desired position To remove the headrest raise it as far as it can go then press the release lever while pulling upward The headrest may be adjusted forward to three positions by pulling if forward To adjust the headrest backwards pull it forward and release it WARNING HEADRESTS To reduce the risk of head and neck injuries do not operate...

Page 30: ...ress the unlock button located in the 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 WARNING CARGO Cargo should always be secured to prevent it from shifting and causing injury t...

Page 31: ... is in the LOCK position when the rear seatbacks are closed it will not be possible to fold the rear seatback by using the release lock lever In this instance move the lock lever to the FREE position and fold the rear seatback The rear seatback lock lever is designed to provide protection from unauthorized entry into the trunk REAR SEAT ARMREST IF EQUIPPED This armrest is located in the center of ...

Page 32: ...en the vehicle stops suddenly or if the occupant tries to lean forward too quickly the seat belt retractor will lock into position However incertain frontal collisions the pretensioner will activate and pull the seat belt into tighter contact against the occupant s body The seat belt pre tensioner system consists mainly of the following components Their locations are shown in the illustration 1 SR...

Page 33: ...proximately 6 seconds after the ignition key has been turned to the ON or ACC positions and then it should be turned off If the pre tensioner seat belt is not working properly this warning light will illuminate even if there is no malfunction of SRS airbag system If the SRS airbag warning light does not illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON or ACC or if it remains illuminated after blin...

Page 34: ...ere bodily injury 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 Safety belts provide the best restraint when The seatback is upright The occupant is sitting upright not slouched The lap belt porti...

Page 35: ...the safety belt see your Kia dealer or the nearest qualified technician immediately WARNING SAFETY BELT USAGE Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which includes a buckle and tongue that are designed to be used together 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck ...

Page 36: ...en sit in rear seat if it possible 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 Many companies manufacture child restraint systems often called child seats for infants and small children An acceptable child restraint system must always satisfy the Safety Standard...

Page 37: ...r face while the vehicle is in motion If safety belts are not properly worn and adjusted the risk of death or serious injury to such a child is high CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED For small children and babies the use of a child seat or infant seat is strongly recommended This child seat or infant seat should be of appropriate size for the child and should be installed in accordance with the m...

Page 38: ...nd 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 Never allow children to ride in the fron...

Page 39: ...tallation on the Rear Seats NOTICE Before installing the child restraint system read the instructions supplied by the child restraint system manufacturer If the seat belt does not operate as described have the system checked immediately by your authorized Kia dealer WARNING Do not install any child restraint system in the front passenger seat Should an accident occur and cause the passenger airbag...

Page 40: ...m in the desired position 2 Extend the shoulder lap belt from its retractor 3 Route the lap shoulder belt through the restraint according to the seat manufacturer s instructions 4 Buckle the seat belt and allow the seat belt to take up any slack After installation of the child restraint system try to move it in all directions to be sure the child restraint system is securely installed 3 31 2MS1030...

Page 41: ... system on the center rear seats do the following 1 Place the child restraint system on the center rear seat 2 Extend the latch plate tongue of the lap belt 3 Route the lap belt through the restraint according to the seat manufacturer s instructions 4 Buckle the seat belt and adjust the lap belt for a snug hold on the child restraint by pulling on the loose end of the belt After installation of th...

Page 42: ...d tighten to secure the seat Securing a Child Restraint System with ISOFIX System and Tether Anchorage System ISOFIX is a standardised method of fitting child seats that eliminates the need to use the standard adult seat belt to secure the seat in the vehicle This enables a much more secure and positive location with the added benefit of easier and quicker installation An ISOFIX seat can only be i...

Page 43: ...IX anchorage points together with a top tether mounting on the shelf behind the rear seats When you open the zipper which is located under the label you can find the child lower anchor During the installing the seat has to be engaged at the anchorage points in a way you can hear it clicking check by pulling and has to be fixed with the Top Tether belt on the belonging point on the shelf behind rea...

Page 44: ...s approved and recommended for your Kia To secure the child restraint seat 1 To engage the child restraint seat to the ISOFIX anchor insert the child restraint seat latch into the ISOFIX anchor Listen for the audible click sound 2 Connect the tether strap hook to the child restraint hook holder and tighten to secure the seat Refer to Securing a child restraint seat with the Tether Anchorage system...

Page 45: ...r of the rear seat and may break causing serious injury or death Do not mount more than one child restraint to a child restraint lower anchorage point the improper increased load may cause the anchorage points or tether anchor to break causing serious injury or death Attach the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible child restraint seat only to the appropriate locations shown in the illustration Always follo...

Page 46: ...group SAFETY BELT WARNING LIGHT AND CHIME If the driver s lap shoulder belt is not fastened when the key is turned ON the safety belt warning chime sounds for approximately six seconds and the safety belt warning light flashes for approximately six seconds 3 37 AN7B03016 Safety belt warning light Seating positions 1st row Passenger X X X X 2nd row Outboards U U U L1 UF 2nd row Center UF UF UF UF A...

Page 47: ...ckle 4 Position the lap portion 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 of the safety belt The belt retractor applies tension to the belt in order to take up excess webbing automatically and to maintain tension on the belt For maximum safety do not put an...

Page 48: ...right position Never wear the shoulder portion of the safety belt under the outside arm or behind the back Never wear the shoulder portion of the safety belt across the neck or face Wear the lap portion of the safety belt as low on the hips as possible Be sure the lap belt fits snugly around the hips Never wear the lap belt over your waist Continued Continued Never drive or ride with a twisted or ...

Page 49: ...s locked Make sure the belt is not twisted 3 To lengthen the belt hold the latch plate tongue at a right angle to the safety belt webbing and pull 4 To shorten the belt hold the latch plate tongue at a right angle to the safety belt webbing and pull on the loose end of the belt until the desired belt length is reached 5 Grasp the free portion of the belt webbing and pull until the belt is snug ove...

Page 50: ...on the waist will increase the chance and severity of injury in the event of a collision REAR LAP SHOULDER BELT REAR CENTER SEAT IF EQUIPPED To Fasten the Rear Lap shoulder Belts 1 Slowly pull the tongue plates out from the retractor 2 Insert the tongue plate A into the open end of the buckle C until an audible click is heard indicating the latch is locked Make sure the belt is not twisted 3 41 PR...

Page 51: ... 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 WARNING When using the rear seat center belt you must lock all tongue plates and buckles If any tongue plate or buckle is not locked it will increase the chance of injury in the event of collision To Unfasten the Rear Center Belt 1 Press the release button ...

Page 52: ...for signs of wear and damage Replace damaged excessively worn or questionable parts immediately To clean the belt webbing use any mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets Follow the instructions provided with the soap Do not bleach or dye the webbing because this may weaken the webbing fibers and allow them to fail when loaded in a collision Do not make modifications or ad...

Page 53: ...ith the parts of the integrated child seat and 5 point seat belts 1 Shoulder Belts 2 Headrest 3 Child Seat Cushion 4 Removable Pad 5 Seat Belt Adjustment Strap 6 Seat Belt Latch Plate 7 Buckle 8 Seat Belt Buckle Release Button 9 Maximum Shoulder Height Indicator 10 Upper Cushion 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 HEW ICS ...

Page 54: ...r s instructions on the use of this child restraint system can result in your child striking the vehicle s interior during a sudden stop or crash Snugly adjust the belts provided with this child restraint around your child When using the built in child restraint observe the following Use the belts for only one child at a time Do not use the belts for two or more children Be careful not to damage t...

Page 55: ...er the child restraint cushion CAUTION Do not use the built in child restraint with the headrest 2 While pulling the seat belt adjustment strap in the child seat back pull both shoulder belts together Pull the seat belt adjustment strap upward to the child seat back Add slack to the shoulder belts by pulling both of them together while pulling the black seat belt adjustment strap KNOWING YOUR VEHI...

Page 56: ...ins clips etc in the buckle because this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally immediately contact your Kia dealer 4 Pull the seat belt adjustment strap firmly until the shoulder belts are snugly adjusted around the child s shoulders You should not be able to put more than two fingers between the shoulder belts and the child s chest O...

Page 57: ...from the seat belts press the buckle release button Move both belts off the child s shoulders 6 To store the built in child restraint raise the seat cushion and return the headrest KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE 3 48 B230H08Y B230H09Y ...

Page 58: ...vere frontal collisions It is not a substitute for the driver s or front passenger s safety belt and it does not provide restraint to the lower body WHY DIDN T MY AIR BAG GO OFF IN A COLLISION There are many types of accidents in which the air bag would not be expected to provide additional protection These include side or rear impacts rollovers and second or third impacts in multiple impact accid...

Page 59: ...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 Air bags are designed to inflate only in severe frontal collisions and will generally not provide protection in side or rear impacts rollovers or less severe frontal collisions They will also not provide protection from later impact...

Page 60: ...nter of the steering wheel The passenger s side air bag is stored in the front instrument panel above the glove box If you ever have a severe frontal collision your air bags will instantly inflate to help protect you from serious physical injury There is no single vehicle speed at which the air bags will inflate Generally air bags are designed to inflate in severe frontal collisions The air bag Su...

Page 61: ...sion the air bags must inflate rapidly However that speed also causes the air bags to expand with a great deal of force The speed of this inflation has been determined by the law to reduce the likelihood of serious or life threatening injuries and is thus a mandatory part of air bag design Thus air bag inflation could also cause injuries which normally can include facial abrasions bruises and brok...

Page 62: ...E 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 and is a result of the ignition of the air bag inflator After the air bags inflate you may feel substantial discomfort in breathing due both to the contact by your chest with both the safety belt and the air bag as well as from breathing the smoke and powder WE STRONGL...

Page 63: ...ge compartment when inflation occurs In that situation death or severe injury is possible WARNING RIGHT FRONT SEAT Pre impact braking could throw an unbelted passenger toward or onto the air bag storage compartment Upon impact in a collision the air bag would rapidly inflate and possibly severely injure or kill that occupant who failed to wear their safety belt Because of the air bag you must NEVE...

Page 64: ...passenger seat the deployment of the front passenger and or side airbag will be prevented This system is designed to prevent the replacement of airbag components that deploy needlessly in an accident WARNING The passenger presence Detection system is not intended to prevent airbag deployment while a child is in the front passenger s seat It is intended only as a means to reduce unnecessary collisi...

Page 65: ...ition with the seat belt properly fastened The driver s hands should be placed on the steering wheel at the 9 00 and 3 00 o clock positions The passenger s arms and hands should be placed in their laps Do not use any accessory seat covers Use of seat covers could reduce the effect of the system Do not install any accessories on the side or near the side airbag Do not use excessive force on the sid...

Page 66: ...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 or a qualified service technician If the air bag warning indicator light alerts you of a problem have the air bag system checked as soon as possible Otherwise your air bag might not inflate when you need it WARNING SRS MODIFICATIONS Do not modify ...

Page 67: ...runk lid open you will draw dangerous exhaust fumes into your vehicle If you must drive with the trunk lid open keep the air vents open so that additional outside air comes into the vehicle WARNING No one should be allowed to occupy the trunk of the vehicle at any time If the trunk is partially or totally closed and the person is unable to get out severe injury or death could occur due to lack of ...

Page 68: ...unk lid To allow the trunk lid to be opened with the remote release push the trunk lid lock knob down then to the opposite direction of the LOCK position NOTICE If a person is locked in the trunk by one s own will or by another person or by accident push the trunk lid lock knob down This will open the trunk lid We recommend that cars be kept locked and keys be kept out of the reach of children and...

Page 69: ... raise the hood until the secondary latch catches then all the secondary latch up located under the hood at the center of the vehicle 3 Raise the hood It will raise completely by itself after it has been raised halfway CAUTION Before closing the hood make sure that all parts and tools have been removed from the engine area and that everyone is clear of the hood opening EMSA3074 EMSA3047 ...

Page 70: ... 61 CLOSING THE HOOD Check the underhood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and that all loose items have been removed Close the hood firmly so that it latches securely Do not slam it shut ...

Page 71: ...y spray out and cause serious personal injury Fuel vapor is be extremely hazardous and can explode When refueling always stop the engine and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Always extinguish cigarettes and other smoking materials before refueling To remove the cap turn it coun terclockwise To install the cap turn it clock wise until it clicks This indicates that the cap is s...

Page 72: ...ent 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 Correct replacement of the cap is available at Authorized Kia Dealers If the fuel filler lid will not open in cold weather because the area around it is frozen push or lightly tap the lid NOTICE Do not spill fuel ...

Page 73: ...omatic car wash or passing in a narrow street CAUTION The right outside rearview mirror is convex Objects seen in the mirror are closer than they appear When changing lanes use your interior rearview mirror or direct observation to determine the actual distance of following vehicles behind you NOTICE Do not scrape ice off the mirror face this may damage the surface of the glass If ice should restr...

Page 74: ...rrors To adjust the position of either mirror 1 Move the selector switch to the right or left to activate the adjusting mechanism for the corresponding mirror 2 Adjust the mirror angle by depressing the mirror adjustment control switch in the desired direction NOTICE The mirrors stop moving when they reach the maximum adjusting angles but the motor continues to operate while the switch is depresse...

Page 75: ...w Mirror Adjust the rearview mirror to center on the view through the rear window 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 allow objects in the ...

Page 76: ...Y This light switch has three positions OFF The light stays OFF even when a door is open DOOR The driver s side light turns ON when the door opens and light turns OFF when the door closes ON The light turns ON and stays ON position even when the doors are all closed The lights are switched ON or OFF by pressing the corresponding switches MAP LIGHT WITH SUN GLASSES The lights are switched ON or OFF...

Page 77: ...DOOR EDGE WARNING LIGHT IF EQUIPPED A red light comes on when the front door is opened The purpose of this light is to assist when you get in or out and also to warn passing vehicles KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE 3 68 ...

Page 78: ...l slowly open CAUTION Place the cup holder in its closed position while not in use WARNING 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 and lose control of the vehicle To reduce the risk of personal injury in the event of a sudden stop or collision do not place bottles drinking glasses cans etc in the cup ho...

Page 79: ...ose it depress the TILT button DOWN again To slide the sunroof depress the SLIDE button OPEN located on the dome light assembly The sliding sunroof can be slid by depressing the SLIDE button OPEN Press and hold the button and then release the button when the sunroof reaches the desired position To close the sunroof depress the SLIDE button CLOSE and hold it until it is once closed completely If yo...

Page 80: ... see that the sunroof is fully closed when leaving the vehicle unattended WARNING Do not stick your head arms etc out of the sliding sunroof when the vehicle is moving NOTICE Periodically remove any dirt that may have accumulated on the guide rail Should the sliding sunroof malfunction it can be opened or closed manually with the hexa head wrench furnished in the glove compartment See the illustra...

Page 81: ...or when the sunroof is covered with snow or ice the glass pane or the sunroof motor could be damaged RESETTING THE SUNROOF When your battery happens to be disconnected or you use the hexagonal head wrench to operate the sunroof you have to re set your sunroof motor as follows Turn the ignition key to the ON position Pull the sunroof fuse out from the main fuse box in engine compartment and reinsta...

Page 82: ...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 MANUAL ANTENNA IF EQUIPPED Your car uses a manual stainless steel antenna to receive both AM and FM broadcast signals Pull up the antenna using your fingers as shown in the drawing NOTICE Before entering an automatic car wash or a place with a l...

Page 83: ...stored when either the radio power switch is turned OFF or the ignition key is set to the LOCK possition NOTICE Before turning on the radio make sure that no one is near the antenna Before entering an automatic car wash or a place with a low height clearance be sure that the antenna is retracted and stored If the antenna is dirty be sure to clean it in order to avoid a malfunction KNOWING YOUR VEH...

Page 84: ... the trunk room to prevent shaking CAUTION Do not put the stuff of great bulk or many things into cargo net They could be damaged Do not put fragile objects by a swing in cargo area while driving WARNING Avoid eye injury DO NOT overstretch ALWAYS keep face and body out of recoil path DO NOT use when strap has visible signs of wear or damage 3 75 EMSA3066 ...

Page 85: ... 4 23 Instrument Panel Light Control Rheostat 4 27 Lighting 4 27 Wipers and Washers 4 31 Rear Window Defroster 4 33 Interior Features 4 33 Cruise Control 4 38 Traction Control System 4 41 Manual Climate Control System 4 43 Automatic Heating and Cooling Control System 4 49 Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Manual type 4 55 Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Automatic type 4 58 DRIVING YOUR VEHIC...

Page 86: ...the gear shift lever in the P Park position ACC Accessory Turning the ignition switch to this position unlocks the steering wheel and will allow some of your vehicle s electrical accessories such as the radio to operate when the engine is OFF ON Turning the ignition switch to this position allows you to test your vehicle s warning lights except the brake system warning light to make sure they work...

Page 87: ...urn the ignition switch to LOCK or ACC while the vehicle is moving This could result in loss of directional control and braking function which could cause an immediate accident Never reach for the ignition switch or any other controls through the steering wheel while the vehicle is in motion Failure to observe this warning can result in loss of vehicle steering and braking control which may result...

Page 88: ...e you are in motion do not attempt to move the shift lever to P Park If it is safe to do so considering traffic and road conditions you may put the shift lever in the N Neutral position while still moving and turn the igni tion switch to the START position in an attempt to restart the engine If the engine fails to start using this procedure attempt the following The engine fails to start when the ...

Page 89: ...c Transaxle Place the transaxle shift lever in P Park or N Neutral Depress the brake pedal fully 3 While depressing the accelerator pedal about halfway down turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold it a maximum of 10 seconds 4 After the engine has started let it idle for about 10 seconds before driving NOTICE Do not engage the starter for more than 10 seconds If the engine stalls or...

Page 90: ...le is completely stopped before shifting into R Reverse To avoid premature clutch wear and damage do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal Also don t use the clutch to hold the vehicle stopped on an upgrade while waiting for a traffic light etc WARNING MANUAL TRANSAXLE Before leaving the driver s seat always set the parking brake fully and shut the engine OFF then make sure the tran...

Page 91: ...moving the shift lever Depress the brake pedal and push the button when shifting Lock release button prevents shift lever movement without first depressing the button The shift lever can be moved without depressing the lock release button EMSA4004 Shift lever Automatic mode UP DOWN Sports mode ...

Page 92: ... not shift from N Neutral or P Park into D Drive or R Reverse when the engine is above idle speed WARNING AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Before leaving the driver s seat always make sure the shift lever is in the P Park position then set the parking brake fully and shut the engine off Unexpected and sudden vehicle movement can occur if these precautions are not followed in the order identified NORMAL OPERATI...

Page 93: ...ns are not taken Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle R Reverse Use this position to drive the vehicle backward CAUTION Always come to a complete stop before shifting into or out of R Reverse You may damage the transaxle if you shift into R while the vehicle is in motion except as explained in Rocking the Vehicle N Neutral In this position the wheels and transaxle are not locked The vehicle...

Page 94: ...h prevailing road conditions taking care to keep the engine speed below the red zone NOTICE In sports mode only the four for ward gears can be selected To reverse or park the vehicle move the shift lever to the R or P position as required In sports mode downward shifts are made automatically when the vehicle slows down When the vehi cle stops 1st gear is automatically selected To maintain the requ...

Page 95: ...rward posi tions with the brakes applied Always apply the footbrake when shifting from P or N to R or D position Do not use the P Park position in place of the parking brake Always set the parking brake shift the transaxle into P Park posi tion and turn off the ignition when you leave the vehicle even momen tarily Never leave the vehicle unat tended while the engine is running Check the automatic ...

Page 96: ... or reckless driving or for bad judgement The ABS is designed to improve maximum braking effectiveness on typical highways and roads in good condition On road surfaces which are in poor condition the ABS may actually reduce braking effec tiveness Always operate your vehicle at reasonable speeds that are safe for weather and traffic con ditions During normal driving conditions the anti lock brake s...

Page 97: ...econds after the ignition ON During that time the ABS will go through self diagnosis and the light will go OFF if everything is normal If the light stays on you may have a problem with your ABS Contact an Authorized Kia Dealer for ser vice as soon as possible NOTICE If the battery is discharged and the engine is jump started the ABS warning light may come on This condition occurs because of a dis ...

Page 98: ...applied Applying the brakes lightly will indicate whether they have been affected in this way Always test your brakes in this fashion after driving through deep water To dry the brakes apply them lightly while maintaining a safe forward speed until brake performance returns to normal DISC BRAKE WEAR INDICATORS Your vehicle has front disc brakes When your front brake pads are worn and it s time for...

Page 99: ...IPPED Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators Have the rear brake linings inspected if you hear a rear brake rubbing noise Also have your rear brakes inspected each time you change or rotate your tires and when you have the front brakes replaced CAUTION Always replace brake linings or front pads as complete front or rear axle sets PARKING BRAKE To set the parking brake pull the parking br...

Page 100: ... transaxle Check the brake warning light each time you start the engine The light is located in the instrument panel This warning light will be illuminated when the engine is running and the parking brake is set Before driving be sure the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off If the brake warning light remains on after the parking brake is released there may be a malfu...

Page 101: ...red to steer during normal vehicle operation have the power steering system checked by an Authorized Kia Dealer NOTICE Never hold the steering wheel against a stop extreme right or left turn for more than five seconds with the engine running Holding the steering wheel for more than five seconds in either position may cause damage to the power steering pump If the power steering drive belt breaks o...

Page 102: ...ng you to see the instrument panel warning lights and gauges To tilt the steering wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lock release lever Adjust the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock WARNING Never adjust the angle of steering wheel while driving You may lose your steering control and cause severe personal injury or accidents After adjusting push the steerin...

Page 103: ...E CRUISE TRIPAB ODO km h INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TYPE A IF EQUIPPED 4 19 EMSA4019 Warning and indicator lights Tachometer Engine temperature gauge Turn signal indicators Fuel gauge Speedometer Warning and indicator lights A T range indicator For A T only A T Automatic Transaxle Odometer Tripmeter Tripmeter mode button Tripmeter reset button ...

Page 104: ...0 km h DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 4 20 TYPE B IF EQUIPPED EMSA4059 Warning and indicator lights Tachometer Engine temperature gauge Turn signal indicators Fuel gauge Speedometer Warning and indicator lights A T range indicator For A T only A T Automatic Transaxle Odometer Tripmeter Tripmeter mode button Tripmeter reset button ...

Page 105: ...he tachometer s RED ZONE This may cause severe engine damage TACHOMETER The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute rpm Use the tachometer to select the correct shift points and prevent lugging the engine and or over revving it The tachometer pointer may move slightly when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position with the engine OFF This movement is nor...

Page 106: ...ine coolant when the ignition switch is ON If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the H position it indicates overheating that may damage the engine Do not continue driving with an overheated engine If your vehicle overheats refer to Overheating in the Index H C EMSA4020 ...

Page 107: ...r ON position The warning light should go OFF when the parking brake is released Low brake fluid level warning If the warning light remains ON when the parking brake is released it may indicate that the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low If the warning light remains ON 1 Drive to the nearest safe location and carefully stop your vehicle 2 With the engine stopped check the brake fluid level ...

Page 108: ... your vehicle 2 With the engine OFF check the generator drive belt for looseness or breakage 3 If the belt is adjusted properly a problem exists somewhere in the electrical charging system Have an Authorized Kia Dealer or other competent repair shop locate and correct the problem as soon as possible NOTICE Do not drive the vehicle with a loose or broken generator belt the engine could be damaged b...

Page 109: ...ON and OFF poten tial catalytic converter damage is possible which could result in loss of engine power Have the On Board Diagnostic System inspected as soon as possible by an Authorized Kia Dealer or other competent repair shop NOTICE A loose fuel filler cap may cause the On Board Diagnostic System Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrument panel to illuminate unnecessarily Always ensure that ...

Page 110: ... illuminated only when the vehicle cruising speed has been set using the control switch The indicator light does not illuminate when the main cruise control switch is activated Traction Control Indicator Lights If Equipped The TCS indicator will illuminate when the ignition key is turned to the ON position but it should go off after 3 seconds It means the TCS is in the stand by status and at the m...

Page 111: ...the tail light shall be turned off automati cally even if the driver wants to leave the light on in case of a tem porary parking alongside of the road at night if the ignition key is removed 1 Open the driver side door 2 Turn off and on again the tail light of the tail light switch LIGHTING CONTROL To turn the lights on twist the knob on the end of the control lever which is located on the steerin...

Page 112: ...It will return to the normal position when released The headlight switch does not need to be on to use this flashing feature TURN SIGNALS The same lever that controls the head lights also controls the turn signals The ignition switch must be ON for the turn signals to function Move the lever up or down to activate the turn signals The turn signals will self cancel after a turn is completed If the ...

Page 113: ... equipped not to obstruct the view of other road users at night and or daytime When you rotate the switch to the counterclockwise the reflectors of the lights turn downward around the pivot If you turn it to the opposite direction clockwise the reflector move upward around the pivot In this whole operation the lenses of both lights are stand still Description of Switch To adjust the headlights lev...

Page 114: ...illight switch is ON The engine stops FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH IF EQUIPPED To turn on the front fog lights place the switch in the ON position They will come on when the headlight switch is in the first or second position REAR FOG LIGHT IF EQUIPPED To turn the rear fog light ON use this switch The rear fog light helps your vehicle to be seen To turn the rear fog lights ON turn the headlights ON and ...

Page 115: ...red speed of the wipers by turning the ring ONE TOUCH WIPERS For a single wiping cycle push the operation switch with the lever in the OFF position NOTICE To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield do not oper ate the wipers when the windshield is dry To prevent damage to the wiper blades do not use gasoline kerosene paint thinner or other solvent on or near them To prevent damage to t...

Page 116: ...Do not use the washer in freezing tem peratures without warming the wind shield with the defrosters in advance the washer solution could freeze on contact with the windshield and obscure your vision NOTICE To prevent possible damage to the washer pump do not operate the washer when the fluid reservoir is empty HEADLIGHT WASHER IF EQUIPPED To operate the headlight washer on the headlight switch whi...

Page 117: ...ear window defroster button again If there is heavy accumulation of snow on the rear window brush it off before operating the rear defroster NOTICE To prevent damage to the conductors bonded to the inside surface of the rear window never use sharp instru ments or window cleaners containing abrasives to clean the window NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis charged operate the defroster only...

Page 118: ...socket and draws power less than 10 Ampere at 12 Voltage in electrical capacity after engine is started NOTICE Use the electrical power outlet with engine on If you have to use the electrical accessories that draw higher power vacuum cleaner lights cool er etc only use these power outlet intermittently with greater caution Long periods of the vehicle not being started with electrical acces sories ...

Page 119: ...rheat Only a genuine Kia lighter or equivalent 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 with in 30 seconds remove it to prevent overheating ASHTRAYS Front Ashtray To use the ashtray press the front face and the ashtray will sli...

Page 120: ...shtray may be opened by pulling it out by its top edge To remove the ashtray to empty or clean it lift it up slightly and pull it all the way out GLOVE BOX To open the glove box door pull the latch toward you The glove box door can be locked and unlocked with the key if equipped CAUTION To reduce the risk of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop always keep the glove box door closed while d...

Page 121: ...sor for a side window pull it downward unsnap it from the bracket and swing it to the side Vanity Mirror If Equipped To use the vanity mirror rotate the sunvisor downward Pull up the vanity mirror cover the lamp is turned on automatically EMSA4058 Bracket AS2B04034A ...

Page 122: ...t from the accelerator pedal and the desired speed will automatically be maintained 5 To increase speed temporarily depress the accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the preset speed When you remove your foot from the accelerator pedal the vehicle will return to the speed you have set TO CANCEL THE CRUISE SPEED Do one of the followings Depress the brake pedal Depress the clutch pedal ...

Page 123: ...RESUME ACCEL and hold it 2 Accelerate to desired speed and release the control switch While the control switch is held the vehicle will gradually gain speed TO RESET AT A SLOWER SPEED 1 Push the control button SET COAST and hold it While the control switch is pushed the vehicle speed will gradually decrease 2 When the desired speed is obtained release the control button 4 39 RE S AC CE L CA NC EL ...

Page 124: ...ion to the dri ving conditions whenever using the cruise control system During cruise speed driving with a manual transaxle vehicle do not shift into neutral without depress ing the clutch pedal since the engine will be overrevved If this happens depress the clutch pedal or release the main switch During normal cruise control oper ation when the set button is activat ed or reactivated after applyi...

Page 125: ...ING Traction control is a driving aid all normal precautins for driving in inclement weather and on slippery road surfaces should be observed TCS ON OFF MODE In the TCS ON mode the indicator in the instrument cluster will not be illuminated The indicator will illuminate when the ignition key is turned to the ON position but it should go off after 3 seconds It means the TCS is in the stand by statu...

Page 126: ...ulsation in the vehicle This is only the effect of brake control and indi cates nothing unusual When the engine starts a click is heard from the engine compart ment however this is only the sound of traction control being checked When moving out of the mud or fresh snow pressing the accelerator pedal may not cause the engine speed to increase DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 4 42 ...

Page 127: ...AL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 1 2 3 4 0 Air conditioning switch If equipped Air intake control switch Rear window defroster switch Fan speed control knob Mode selection Temperature control knob EMSA4044 ...

Page 128: ...nob to block the air flow if you do not want the air Face position Air flow is directed toward the upper body and face Additionally each outlet can be controlled to direct the air discharged from the outlet outlet port Face floor position Air flow is directed towards the face and the floor The air to the floor is warmer than the air to the face except when the temperature control is set to the ext...

Page 129: ...anel To change the air temperature in the passenger compartment turn the knob either clockwise for warmer air or counterclockwise for cooler air Air Intake Control Switch This is used to select fresh outside air or recirculation of the inside air Recirculated Air Position When the air intake control switch is depressed switch indicator illuminates almost all outside air flow into the vehicle is sh...

Page 130: ...ing and Defogging section AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH IF EQUIPPED Depress the switch to turn the air conditioning system on An indicator light in the switch will illuminate when the fan switch is on indicating air conditioning system operation Depress the switch again to turn the air conditioning system off SYSTEM OPERATION Ventilation 1 Set the mode selection switch to the position 2 Set the air inta...

Page 131: ...intake control button to the outside air or recirculated air position 4 Set the temperature control knob to the desired position 5 Set the fan speed control knob to the desired speed 6 Adjust the fan speed control knob and temperature control knob to maintain maximum comfort If warmer air is desired at floor level for bi level operation set the mode selection knob to the position and adjust the te...

Page 132: ...y notice clear water dripping or even pudding on the ground under the passenger side of the vehicle This is a normal system operation characteristics The air conditioning system includes a function that will automatically turns the air conditioning compressor off if engine coolant temperature approaches an over heating level The air conditioning compressor operation will resume once engine coolant...

Page 133: ...ng the desired temperature AUTO A MODE AMB AUTO AMB A C OFF A C EMSA4045 AUTO Automatic Control Switch Fan Speed Control Switch OFF Switch Indicator Light Temperature Control switch Defroster Switch Air Flow Control Switch Mode switch Air Conditioning Switch Ambient Switch Air Intake Control Switch Air quality control system If equipped Rear Window Defroster Switch ...

Page 134: ... decreases by 1 F 0 5 C NOTICE When you want to view the tempera ture in Fahrenheit F instead of Celsius C or vise versa while pressing the AMB button press the temperature control Down button for three seconds AMBIENT SWITCH Pressing the AMB button displays the ambient temperature on LCD MANUAL OPERATION The heating and cooling system can be controlled manually as well as by pushing buttons other...

Page 135: ...g Heating and Cooling System Off Press the OFF button to stop the operation of the heating and cooling system Mode Selection Button The mode selection button controls the direction of the air flow through the ventilation system The air flow outlet port is same as manual climate control system Face position Air flow is directed toward the upper body and face Additionally each outlet can be controll...

Page 136: ...efrosters outlet port When the defrost button is pressed the outside fresh air position will automatically selected and the air will be discharged through the windshield defrost vents The air conditioning will automatically operate based on ambient temperature If you don t want the air conditioning or outside fresh air position press the corresponding button to cancel the operation Air Conditionin...

Page 137: ...e fan speed control knob to the highest speed NOTICE When using the air conditioning sys tem monitor the temperature gauge closely while driving up long hills or in heavy traffic when outside tempera tures are high Air conditioning sys tem operation may cause engine over heating Continue to use the blower fan but turn the air conditioning sys tem off if the temperature gauge indi cates engine over...

Page 138: ...ition air is directed to the rear seat passenger floor area Air Quality Control System If equipped The air inflow from the outside vehicle can be automatically controlled Press the button to activate the Air Quality Control System To deactivate the system press the button or air intake control button or set modes selection to the position When using AQS mode AQS Air Quality Control System automati...

Page 139: ...et the fan speed control knob to any desired speed except 0 For maximum defogging set the fan speed control knob to the 3 or 4 position TO DEFROST OUTSIDE WINDSHIELD 1 Set the mode selection switch to the position When you select position the system automatically turns on the A C and outside fresh air mode 2 Set the temperature control knob to the extreme right hot position 3 Set the fan speed con...

Page 140: ... the outer surface of the windshield to fog up causing loss of visibility In this case set the mode selection knob to the position and fan speed control knob to the lower speed NOTICE If you don t want air conditioning or outside fresh air when operating in either of these modes pressing the air conditioning switch or air intake con trol switch again will deactivate the air conditioning or outside...

Page 141: ...button at least 5 times within 3 seconds Then the indicator light on the air intake control button will blink 3 times with 0 5 second intervals between blinks If you want to return to the automatic air conditioning system and outside fresh air position repeat the procedure above Follow the same procedure if you want to cancel or return to the forced outside fresh air position when you start the en...

Page 142: ...sh air position will be selected If you don t want the air conditioning or outside fresh air position press the corresponding button to cancel the operation Before driving clear all snow and ice from the windshield rear window outside rear view mirrors and all side windows Clear all snow and ice from the hood and the air inlet in the cowl grille to improve heater and defroster efficiency and to re...

Page 143: ...tion button at least 5 times within 3 seconds The indicator light in the recirculated air position button will blink 3 times with 0 5 second interval If you want to return to the automatic air conditioning system and outside fresh air position repeat the same procedure Follow the same procedure if you want to cancel or return to the forced outside fresh air position when you start the engine with ...

Page 144: ...TIPS 5 1 Fuel Requirements 5 2 Emission Control System 5 4 Before Driving 5 6 Suggestions for Economical Operation 5 8 Special Driving Conditions 5 9 Trailer Towing 5 13 Overloading 5 22 Label Information 5 22 ...

Page 145: ... Kia Vehicle is designed to correspond to LEADED FUEL specially In this case Your vehicle must use only LEADED FUEL Please check your vehicle whether your vehicle can use LEADED FUEL or not GASOLINE CONTAINING ALCOHOL AND METHANOL Ethanol also known as grain alcohol is a mixture of ethanol and gasoline marketed as gasohol Do not use gasohol containing more than 10 ethanol Methanol also known as wo...

Page 146: ...5 3 NOTICE Never use gashol which contains methanol Discontinue use of any gashohol product which impairs driveability ...

Page 147: ...fumes Therefore if you smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle have it inspected and repaired immediately by an Authorized Kia Dealer If at all possible do not drive with exhaust fumes present If you must do so only with all windows fully open Have your vehicle checked and repaired immediately Do not operate the engine in confined or closed areas such as garages any more than what is n...

Page 148: ...e are signs of engine malfunction such as misfire or a noticeable loss of performance Do not misuse or abuse the engine Examples of misuse are coasting with the ignition off and descending steep grades in gear with the ignition off Do not operate the engine at high idle speed for extended periods 5 minutes or more Do not modify or tamper with any part of the engine or emission control system All i...

Page 149: ...id should be checked on a regular basis with the exact interval depending on the fluid Further details are provided in Maintenance Section 7 BEFORE STARTING Close and lock all doors Position the seat so that all controls are easily reached Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors Be sure that all lights work Check all gauges Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is t...

Page 150: ... don t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Choose a designated driver if you re with a group or if you re alone call a cab DRUGS AND DRIVING Driving while under the influence of drugs is as dangerous or more dangerous than driving under the influence of alcohol depending on the drug s used and the quantity consumed Don t take drugs and drive If you are taking a prescription...

Page 151: ...stance from other vehicles to avoid sudden stops This will reduce wear on brake linings and pads and save fuel because extra fuel is required to accelerate back to driving speed Do not carry unnecessary weight in the vehicle Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving This can cause needless wear possible damage to the brakes and poor fuel economy Improper wheel alignment causes the tir...

Page 152: ...d WARNING DOWNSHIFTING Downshifting into first gear with a manual transaxle or into low with an automatic transaxle while driving on slippery surfaces can cause an accident The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid Be careful when downshifting on slippery surfaces ROCKING THE VEHICLE If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to free it from snow sand or mud move the shift lever of...

Page 153: ...ghts of oncoming vehicles You could be temporarily blinded and it will take several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the darkness DRIVING IN THE RAIN Rain and wet roads can make driving dangerous especially if you re not prepared for the slick pavement Here are a few things to consider when driving in the rain Be sure your windshield wipers are in good condition A heavy rainfall will make it h...

Page 154: ...r wet conditions and temperatures drop into the freezing range When parking shift to P Park with automatic transaxle or to 1 First or R Reverse with a manual transaxle and block the rear wheels SNOW TIRES When snow tires are used select the size and construction specified on the Tire Pressure Label It is strongly recommended that snow tires be used on all four wheels or poor handling may result Sn...

Page 155: ...d limit whichever is lower Drive carefully and avoid bumps holes sharp turns and other road hazards which may cause the vehicle to bounce Avoid sharp turns or locked wheel braking Do not attempt to use a tire chain on the temporary spare tire because it may impair vehicle handling and result in damage to the vehicle and the tire Install the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible The use ...

Page 156: ...d all the steps in this section NOTICE Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this section Engine Europe General Item 2 0 Engine 2 5 Engine 2 0 Engine 2 5 Engine Maximum Without brake 750 750 0 0 trailer System weight With brake 1700 1700 0 0 kg Ibs System Maximum permissible st...

Page 157: ... than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly This section contains many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers Please read this section carefully before you pull a trai...

Page 158: ...ter your odometer indicates 500 miles 800 km or more you can tow a trailer For the first 500 miles that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads The important considerations have to do with weight Weight of the trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never...

Page 159: ...y 60 of the total trailer load the rear should be loaded with approximately 40 of the total trailer load Never exceed the maximum weight limits of the trailer or trailer towing equipment Improper loading can result in damage to your vehicle and or personal injury Check weights and loading at a commercial scale or highway patrol office equipped with scales Hitches It s important to have the correct...

Page 160: ...o your vehicle s brake system CAUTION Do not use a trailer with its own brakes unless you are absolutely certain that you have properly set up the brake system This is not a task for amateurs Use an experienced competent trailer shop for this work Driving with a trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you must get to know your trailer A...

Page 161: ...d because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane Backing up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move your hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making turns When ...

Page 162: ...you disconnect and then reconnect the wires Do not connect a trailer lighting system directly to your vehicle s lighting system Use only an approved trailer wiring harness Your Authorized Kia Dealer can assist you in installing the wiring harness CAUTION Failure to use an approved trailer wiring harness could result in damage to the vehicle electrical system and or personal injury Driving on grade...

Page 163: ... downhill trajectory WARNING PARKING ON A HILL Parking your vehicle on a hill with a trailer attached could cause serious injury or death should a down hill trajectory happen However if you ever have to park your trailer on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your brakes but don t shift into gear 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the b...

Page 164: ... and have someone pick up and store the chocks MAINTENANCE WHEN TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle will need service more often when you regularly pull a trailer Important items to pay particular attention include engine oil automatic transaxle fluid axle lubricant and cooling system fluid Brake condition is another important item to frequently check Each item is covered in this manual and the Index will...

Page 165: ... section of this Owner s Manual Exceeding these ratings can cause an accident or vehicle damage Be careful not to overload your vehicle LABEL INFORMATION There are several important labels and identification numbers located on your vehicle The label locations are identified in the illustrations as follows VEHICLE INDENTIFICATION NUMBER VIN TIRE SPECIFICATION PRESSURE LABEL DRIVING TIPS 5 22 EMSA50...

Page 166: ...IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 6 1 Road Warning 6 2 Overheating 6 3 Emergency Starting 6 4 Electrical Circuit Protection 6 7 Towing 6 13 If You Have a Flat Tire 6 15 Emergency Commodity 6 20 ...

Page 167: ...pped near the edge of a roadway Depress the flasher switch with the ignition switch in any position All turn signal lights will flash simultaneously The hazard warning flasher will operate whether your vehicle is running or not The turn signals do not operate when the hazard flasher is on Care must be taken when using the hazard warning flasher while the vehicle is being towed Local regulations ma...

Page 168: ... repair shop for assistance If coolant is not boiling out allow the engine to idle and open the hood to permit the engine to cool gradually If the temperature does not go down with the engine idling stop the engine and allow sufficient time for it to cool 4 The coolant level should then be checked If the level in the reservoir is low look for leaks at the radiator hoses and connections heater hose...

Page 169: ...g a 24 volt power supply two 12 volt batteries in series or a 24 volt motor generator set WARNING BATTERY Keep all flames or sparks away from the battery The battery produces hydrogen gas which may explode if exposed to flame or sparks Do not attempt to jump start vehicle if the discharged battery is frozen or if the electrolyte level is low the battery may rupture or explode JUMP STARTING PROCEDU...

Page 170: ...4 2 1 3 _ 6 5 Connecting Jumper cables Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in reverse order Booster battery EMSA6002 ...

Page 171: ...inal of the discharged battery Do not allow the jumper cables to contact anything except the correct battery terminals or the correct ground Do not lean over the battery when making connections 6 Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and run it at 2 000 rpm Then start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent f...

Page 172: ...electrical problem Avoid using the system involved and immediately consult an Authorized Kia Dealer Two kinds of fuses are used standard for lower amperage rating and main for higher amperage rating FUSE REPLACEMENT WARNING FUSE REPLACEMENT Never replace a fuse with anything but another fuse of the same type and rating A higher capacity fuse could cause damage and possibly a fire Never install a w...

Page 173: ...f the same rating from a circuit you may not need for operating the vehicle such as the radio or clock Room fuse If the headlights or other electrical com ponents do not work and the fuses are OK check the fuse box in the engine compartment If a fuse is blown it must be replaced as below 1 Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off 2 Remove the fuse box cover by turning the plastic knob l...

Page 174: ... T SIG 10A A BAG IND 10A H LP 15A STOP LP 15A T LID OPEN 25A P SEAT DRIVE 10A A CON SW 15A ACC SOCKET 15A S HTR 15A A BAG 10A START 15A SP 1 15A FRT HTD 10A TAIL LH 10A AUDIO 20A WIPER 10A TAIL RH 15A C LIGHTER 10A EPS 10A ROOM LP SHUNT USETHE DESIGNATED FUSE ONL Y 25A P SEAT PASS 10A B UP 10A CLUSTER 10A D CLOCK 15A SP 4 2MS106002A ...

Page 175: ...s Tail lights C LIGHTER 15A Cigar lighter EPS 10A DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPARTMENTS RR HTD IND 10A Rear window defroster Outside rear view mirror heater HAZARD 10A Hazard light Turn signal lights RR FOG 15A Rear fog light A CON 10A Air conditioning system ETACS 10A ETACS Keyless entry system Door lock system DR LOCK 15A Power door lock P SEAT DRIVE 25A Power seat T LID OPEN 15A Remote...

Page 176: ...24 23 27 28 20 26 16 21 22 29 19 25 12 9 10 4 5 1 FUEL PUMP 20A 2 HD LP LO 15A 3 ABS 10A 4 INJECTOR 10A 5 A C COMPR 10A 6 ATM RLY 20A 7 ECU RLY 30A 8 IG COIL 20A 9 10 O2SNSR 15A ECU 15A 11 HORN 10A 12 HEAD LP HI 15A 13 HEAD LP WASH 20A 14 DRL 15A 15 FR FOG 15A 16 DIODE 1 21 DIODE 2 22 BLOWER 30A 23 PWR FUSE 2 30A 24 PWR AMP 20A 27 PWR FUSE 1 30A 28 ECU 10A 29 RR HTD 30A NOT USED 25 SUNROOF 15A 26 ...

Page 177: ...A ATM Relay ECU RLY 30A Engine control unit relay IG COIL 20A Ignition coil O2 SNSR 15A Oxygen sensor ECU 15A Engine control unit DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPARTMENTS HORN 10A Horn HEAD LP HI 15A Headlights HI HEAD LP WASH 20A DRL 15A DRL FR FOG 15A Front fog lights DIODE 1 Diode 1 SPARE 30A Spare fuse SPARE 20A Spare fuse SPARE 15A Spare fuse SPARE 10A Spare fuse DIODE 2 Diode 2 BLOWER ...

Page 178: ...und use wheel dollies With either an automatic or manual transaxle 1 Set the ignition switch in the ACC position 2 Place the shift lever in N Neutral 3 Release the parking brake NOTICE Do not tow the vehicle backward with the front wheels on the ground This may cause internal damage to the transaxle Do not tow with sling type equip ment Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment Do not use the hooks unde...

Page 179: ...TIE DOWN HOOKS FOR FLATBED TOWING IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 6 14 Front Rear EMSA6009B RMSA601A ...

Page 180: ...he way to reach this equipment TO REMOVE THE JACK Turn the jack socket counterclockwise TO REMOVE SPARE TIRE Tun the tire hold down wing bolt counterclockwise Store the tire in the reverse order of removal To prevent the jack jack handle and tool bag from rattling while the vehicle is in motion store them properly 6 15 EMSA6012 Tool bag spare tire Jack EMSA6013 EMSA6014 ...

Page 181: ...bs 600 kg Be sure to use the correct front or rear jacking positions on the vehicle never use the bumpers or any other part of the vehicle for jack support Never allow any portion of your body to get beneath the vehicle while using the jack Do not start or run the engine while the vehicle is supported by the jack Tire Replacement 1 Park on a level surface and set the parking brake firmly 2 Set the...

Page 182: ... vehicle movements while changing a tire always set the parking brake fully and always block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel being changed 6 For models with alloy wheels remove the center cap 7 Loosen the four lug nuts counter clockwise one turn each but do not remove any nut until the tire has been raised off the ground 8 Place the jack at the front or rear jacking position closest to the...

Page 183: ...nuts by turning them counterclockwise then remove the wheel 11 Mount the spare tire into position and tighten the nuts by hand Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward 12 Turn the jack handle counterclock wise and lower the vehicle until it touches the ground Tighten the lug nuts firmly in an X pattern Once the lug nuts have been tightened lower the vehicle fully to the ground and continu...

Page 184: ...etric threads Be sure to use extreme care in checking for thread style before installing aftermarket lug nuts or wheels If in doubt consult an Authorized Kia Dealer Damaged studs may result in wheel loss and personal injury WARNING WHEEL STUDS If the studs are damaged they may lose their ability to retain the wheel This could lead to the loss of the wheel and a collision NOTICE Check the inflation...

Page 185: ...r is located in the trunk Place the triangle reflector on the road to warn oncoming vehicles during emergencies such as when the vehicle is parked by the roadside due to any problems Tire Pressure Gauge If Equipped You can easily check the tire pressure with a tire pressure gauge that is found in the trunk Tires normally lose some air in day to day use and you may have to add a few pounds of air p...

Page 186: ... Cooling System 7 15 Brakes and Clutch 7 18 Parking Brake 7 19 Power Steering 7 20 Automatic Transaxle 7 21 Lubricants and Fluids 7 23 Air Cleaner 7 24 Wiper Blades 7 25 Battery 7 27 Tires and Wheels 7 29 Bulb Replacement 7 33 Lubricant Specifications 7 37 Exterior Care 7 39 Interior Care 7 42 MAINTENANCE 7 1 ...

Page 187: ...r s Responsibility You should retain documents to show that proper maintenance has been performed on your vehicle in accordance with the scheduled maintenance service charts shown on the following pages You need this information to be able to establish your compliance with the servicing and maintenance requirements of your Kia warranties Detailed warranty information is provided in your Warranty I...

Page 188: ...sty conditions Driving with an extensive use of brakes Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are being used Driving on rough or muddy roads Extended periods of idling or low speed operation Driving for a prolonged period in cold temperatures and or extremely humid climates After 48 96 months or 80 000 120 000 km continue to follow the prescribed maintenance intervals ...

Page 189: ...ine R R 2 5 Engine Replace every 100 000 km Cooling system 3 I I I I including coolant level adjustment Engine coolant Replace at every 45 000 km 30 000 miles or 24 months Fuel filter R R Fuel lines and hoses I I I I Idle speed A A Initial ignition timing I I I I MAINTENANCE INTERVALS MAINTENANCE ITEM 1 Adjust altenator and water pump drive belt power steering and air conditioner drive belt if equ...

Page 190: ...ectrical systems I I I I I I I I Brake lines hoses and connections I I I I Brake pedal I I I I I I I I Parking brake A A A A Clutch pedal I I I I I I I I Brake and clutch fluid 4 I I I R I I I R Drum brakes I I I I Disc brakes I I I I MAINTENANCE INTERVALS MAINTENANCE ITEM 4 If there has been continuous of hard driving mountain driving or if the brakes are used extensively or the vehicle is operat...

Page 191: ...I I Bolt and nuts on chassis and body T T T T Exhaust system heat shield I I I Air conditioner refrigerant if equipped Air conditioner compressor if equipped Manual transaxle oil 3 5 I I I I I I I I I Automatic transaxle fluid level 3 6 I I I I I I I I R MAINTENANCE INTERVALS MAINTENANCE ITEM 3 Check the level and add proper fluid lubricant if necessary 5 If the vehicle is operated continuously un...

Page 192: ...0 000 km 60 000 miles or 60 months after that replace every 45 000 km 30 000 miles or 24 months Fuel filter R R Fuel lines and hoses I I I I Idle speed I I I I Initial ignition timing I I I I Battery condition I I I I All electrical systems I I I I I I I I MAINTENANCE INTERVALS MAINTENANCE ITEM 1 Adjust altenator and water pump drive belt power steering and air conditioner drive belt if equipped 2...

Page 193: ... I I Bolt and nuts on chassis and body T T Exhaust system heat shield I I Airconditioner refrigerant If equipped Airconditioner compressor If equipped Manual transaxle oil 3 5 I I I I I I I I Automatic transaxle fluid level 3 6 I I I I I R I I MAINTENANCE INTERVALS MAINTENANCE ITEM 3 Check the level and add proper fluid lubricant if necessary 4 If there has been continuous of hard driving mountain...

Page 194: ... ability a few basic tools and if you closely follow the directions in this manual OWNER MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS Improper or incomplete service may result in problems This section gives instructions only for the maintenance items that are easy to perform WARNING MAINTENANCE WORK Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous You can be seriously injured while performing some maintenance...

Page 195: ...e certain that you pull hair back remove all jewelry especially rings bracelets watches and necklaces and all neckties scarves and similar loose clothing before getting near the engine or cooling fans WARNING ENGINE COOLING FANS Because your engine cooling fans are electrically controlled they will run if the ignition switch is on even if the engine is not running This could cause serious injury T...

Page 196: ...cleaner Fuse box Battery Battery Windshield washer fluid reservoir Power steering fluid reservoir Brake fluid reservoir Clutch fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Radiator cap Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick 2 0 liter Engine ...

Page 197: ...7002 2 5 liter DOHC Engine Air cleaner Fuse box Battery Windshield washer fluid reservoir Power steering fluid reservoir Brake fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Radiator cap Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap ...

Page 198: ...l The distance between L and F on the dipstick represents 0 85 US qt 0 7 liter Use only the specified engine oil Refer to Recommended Lubricants later in this section CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER Change engine oil and filter according to the Scheduled Maintenance earlier in this section WARNING ENGINE OIL Continuous contact with USED engine oil has caused skin cancer in laboratory mice Prote...

Page 199: ... has thoroughly drained 8 Refill the engine with new oil to the F mark on the dipstick Do not overfill 9 Re install the oil filler cap securely 10 Start the engine and inspect around the oil filter seal for leaks Stop the engine Check the oil level and fill to the F mark if necessary Oil Capacity 2 0l Engine Without filter change 4 0 liters With filter change 4 3 liters 2 5l Engine Without filter ...

Page 200: ...age and could result in serious personal injury from escaping hot coolant or steam Turn the engine off and wait until it has cooled Even then use extreme care when removing the radiator cap Wrap a thick towel around it and turn it counterclockwise slowly to the first stop Step back while the pressure is released from the cooling system When you are sure all the pressure has been released press dow...

Page 201: ... to bring the level to F in the coolant reservoir Do not overfill If frequent additions are required see an Authorized Kia Dealer for a cooling system inspection CHANGING COOLANT Change coolant according to the Scheduled Maintenance Use only soft de mineralized water in the coolant mixture The engine in your vehicle has aluminum engine parts and must be protected by an ethylene glycol based coolan...

Page 202: ...orrosion In extremely cold climates add the necessary amount of ethylene glycolbased coolant in accordance with the instructions of the coolant manufacturer 5 Run the engine at idle with the radiator cap off Slowly add additional coolant if necessary 6 At this point wait until the engine reaches normal operating temperature Depress the accelerator two or three times then add coolant if required Be...

Page 203: ...iated with brake clutch lining wear Check the fluid level in the reservoir periodically it should be between MAX and MIN on the side of the reservoir If the fluid level is excessively low have the brake clutch system checked by an Authorized Kia Dealer Use only the specified brake clutch fluid Refer to Recommended Lubricants later in this section Do not mix different types of fluid NOTICE In the e...

Page 204: ...icks heard while fully applying it from the released position Also the parking brake alone should securely hold the vehicle on a fairly steep grade If the number of clicks is more or less than specified have the parking brake adjusted by an Authorized Kia Dealer Stroke 5 9 clicks at a force of 22 lbs 98N EMSA7007 ...

Page 205: ...clean the area around the reservoir cap to prevent power steering fluid contamination If the level is low add fluid to the MAX level In the event the power steering system requires frequent addition of fluid the vehicle should be inspected by an Authorized Kia Dealer NOTICE To avoid damage to the power steering pump do not operate the vehicle for prolonged periods with a low power steering fluid l...

Page 206: ...ge Overfilling can cause foaming loss of fluid and transaxle malfunction The use of a non specified fluid could result in transaxle malfunction and failure WARNING PARKING BRAKE To avoid sudden movement of the vehicle set the parking brake and depress the brake pedal while shifting the shift lever 1 Park the vehicle on level ground and set the parking brake firmly 2 Allow the engine to idle for ab...

Page 207: ...erating temperature If the vehicle has been driven for an extended period at high speeds or in city traffic in hot weather it is usually best to measure the fluid level after stopping the engine and allowing the fluid to cool for 30 minutes When inserting the dipstick be sure to insert it completely When adding fluid measure frequently with the dipstick to make sure the fluid level does not go abo...

Page 208: ...radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid reservoir Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed on the windshield and may cause loss of vehicle control or damage to paint and body trim BODY LUBRICATION All moving points of the body such as doors hood hinges and locks should be lubricated each time the engine oil is changed Use a non freezing lubricant on locks during col...

Page 209: ...he air cleaner element 4 Re install in the reverse order of removal Replace the element according to the Scheduled Maintenance If the vehicle is operated in extremely dusty or sandy areas replace the element more often than at the usual recommended intervals CAUTION Do not drive with the air cleaner removed this will result in excessive engine wear Driving without an air cleaner encourages backfir...

Page 210: ...nts used by some commercial car washes If the blades are not wiping properly clean both the window and the blades with a good cleaner or mild detergent and thoroughly rinse with clear water NOTICE To prevent damage to the wiper blades do not use gasoline kerosene paint thinner or other solvents on or near them WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE REPLACEMENT When the wipers no longer clean adequately the wiper ...

Page 211: ...hield 2 Firmly grasp the end of the rubber blade and pull until the tabs are free of the metal support 3 Remove the metal retainers from the rubber blade and install them in the new rubber blade NOTICE Do not bend the metal retainers 4 Carefully insert a new rubber blade and re install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal Install the blade with the tabs facing towards the bottom of t...

Page 212: ...e medical attention If possible continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth until medical attention is received If electrolyte gets on your skin thoroughly wash the contacted area If you feel a pain or a burning sensation get medical attention immediately Wear eye protection when charging or working near a battery Always provide ventilation when working in an enclosed space Continued Continued ...

Page 213: ...ARNING RECHARGING BATTERY When recharging the battery observe the following precautions The battery must be removed from the vehicle and placed in an area with good ventilation Do not allow cigarettes sparks or flame near the battery Watch the battery during charging and stop or reduce the charging rate if the battery cells begin gasing boiling violently or if the temperature of the electrolyte of...

Page 214: ... door The correct tire pressure is 30 psi 210 kPa NOTICE Warm tires normally exceed recommended cold tire pressures by 4 to 6 psi 28 to 41 kPa Do not release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure The tires will become underinflated when cold Underinflation results in excessive wear poor handling reduced fuel economy and the possibility of blowouts from overheated tires Also low tire pressure ...

Page 215: ...l wear is usually caused by incorrect tire pressure improper wheel alignment an out of balance condition severe braking or severe cornering Look for bumps or bulges in the tread or side of tire Replace the tire if you find either of these conditions Also replace the tire if you can see fabric or cord After rotation be sure to bring the front and rear tire pressures to specification and check lug n...

Page 216: ...out If you notice a consistent vibration when driving have your Kia Dealer inspect your tires A tire should always be rebalanced if it has been removed from the wheel NOTICE Improper wheel weights can damage your vehicle s aluminum wheels Use only approved wheel weights NOTICE When replacing tires never mix radial bias belted and bias type tires All four tires should be of the same size design and...

Page 217: ...replace the two front or two rear tires as a pair Replacing just one tire can seriously affect vehicle handling WHEEL REPLACEMENT When replacing the metal wheels for any reason make sure the new wheels are equivalent to the original factory units in diameter rim width and offset CAUTION A wheel that is not the correct size may adversely affect wheel and bearing life braking and stopping abilities ...

Page 218: ...e bulbs are lit avoid contact with liquids Never touch the glass with bare hands Residual oil may cause the bulb to overheat and burst when lit A bulb should be operated only when installed in the headlight assembly If a bulb becomes damaged or cracked replace it immediately and carefully dispose it 1 Remove the headlight bulb cover by turning it counterclockwise 2 Disconnect the headlight bulb el...

Page 219: ...ockwise FRONT FOG LIGHT REPLACEMENT IF EQUIPPED 1 Turn the bulb socket counter clockwise and remove the bulb socket 2 Insert a new bulb in socket 3 Install the bulb socket REAR COMBINATION LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 1 Using a cross tip screwdriver remove the cover 2 Turn the bulb socket counter clockwise and remove it from the housing 3 Push the bulb in then rotate it one quarter turn counterclockwise...

Page 220: ...ll the bulb out of the socket 3 Insert a new bulb in the socket 4 Align the lens tabs with the dome light housing notches and snap the lens into place LICENSE PLATE LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 1 Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the two 2 lens mounting screws and the lens 2 Rotate socket one quarter turn counterclockwise and carefully pull the socket from the housing 3 Carefully pull the bulb out of ...

Page 221: ... a new bulb in the socket then push the bulb in and rotate it one quarter turn counterclockwise and remove the bulb from the socket 4 Re install the bulb socket into the rear combination light assembly and rotate it one quarter turn clockwise to lock the socket in place 5 Re install the cover TRUNK ROOM LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT IF EQUIPPED 1 Remove the trunk room lamp cover using flat blade screw dr...

Page 222: ...are difficult to measure in everyday driving but in a year s time they can offer significant cost and energy savings These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle 1 Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the this page Lubricant Classifiation Engine oil 1 API Service SG or SH Manual transaxle oil API Service GL 4 SAE 75W 90 Automatic transaxle fluid SK ATF SP III or...

Page 223: ...hanisms that could be damaged Engine oil viscosity thickness has an effect on fuel economy and cold weather operation starting and oil flow Lower viscosity engine oils can provide better fuel economy and cold weather performance however higher viscosity engine oils are required for satisfactory lubrication in hot weather Using oils of any viscosity other than those recommended could result in engi...

Page 224: ...n Insects tar tree sap bird droppings industrial fallout and similar deposits can damage your vehicle s finish if not removed immediately Even prompt washing with plain water may not completely remove all these deposits A mild soap safe for use on painted surfaces can be used NOTICE Do not use strong soap chemical detergents or hot water and do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or when the b...

Page 225: ...OTICE Wiping dust or dirt off the body with a dry cloth will scratch the finish Do not use steel wool abrasive cleaners or strong detergents containing highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome plated or anodized aluminum parts This may result in damage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paint deterioration Finish Damage Repair Deep scratches or stone chips in the painted surfa...

Page 226: ...nderbody and wheel openings with lukewarm or cold water once a month and especially at the end of each winter Pay special attention to these areas because it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt The lower edges of doors rocker panels and frame members have drain holes that should not be allowed to clog with dirt trapped water in these areas can cause rusting It will do more harm than good to w...

Page 227: ...fabric may be stained and its color can be affected Also its fire resistant properties may be reduced if the material is not properly maintained CAUTION Using anything but recommended cleaners and procedures may affect the fabric s appearance and fire resistant properties LAP SHOULDER BELT WEBBING CLEANING Clean the belt webbing with any mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or ca...

Page 228: ...Specifications 8 2 SPECIFICATIONS 8 1 ...

Page 229: ...ual Transaxle A T Automatic Transaxle Refrigerant complies with SAE J639 R134a Maximum operating charge 680 25g 23 25oz Item 4 Door model Overall length 4720 Overall width 1815 Overall height 1410 Front tread 1540 Rear tread 1520 Wheelbase 2700 Item 4 Door model Engine 2 0 l Engine 2 5 l Engine Axle M T A T M T A T General GVWR 1860 1870 1870 1880 Curb Weight 1485 1495 1495 1505 Europe GVWR 1985 1...

Page 230: ...21 Backup lights 16 Fog lights if equipped 21 High mounted stop lights 21 License plate lights 5 Interior Interior lights 10 Luggage compartment light 5 if equipped Size Tire 195 70R14 205 60R15 Pressure Inflation Pressure KPa kg cm2 psi 210 2 1 30 210 2 1 30 M T A T 2 0 l Engine 2 5 l Engine 2 0 l Engine 2 5 l Engine 1st 3 455 2 842 2nd 1 952 1 529 3rd 1 296 1 000 4th 0 943 0 712 5th 0 775 Revers...

Page 231: ...V 1 2Kw 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 7 0 8 0 7 0 8 Starter Gap mm Type Spark plug Item 2 0 l Engine 2 5 l Engine Bore stroke mm 85 88 84 75 Displacement cc 1997 2493 Compression Ration 10 0 2 10 0 2 Firing order 1 3 4 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 Idle speed rpm 800 100 700 100 Item 2 0 l Engine 2 5 l Engine Engine Oil 4 3 4 8 6 3 6 9 6 5 7 1 2 1 2 1 7 8 7 8 Fuel tank 65 Transaxle Oil Coolant M T A T M T A T BPR6ES 11 RN9YC...

Page 232: ...gency starting 6 4 Emission control system 5 4 Engine compartment 7 11 Engine cooling system 7 15 Engine oil and oil filter 7 13 Exterior care 7 39 Fuel filler lid 3 62 Fuel requirements 5 2 Gauges 4 21 Hood 3 60 How to use this manual 1 2 If you have a flat tire 6 15 Ignition switch 4 2 Illumimated door key cylinder 3 9 Immobilizer system 3 7 Instrument cluster 4 19 Instrument panel light control...

Page 233: ...Safety belts 3 23 Seats 3 15 Special driving conditions 5 9 Specifications 8 2 Starting the engine 4 4 Steering wheel 3 64 Suggestions for economical operation 5 8 Sunglass holder 3 70 Sunroof 3 70 Theft alarm system 3 6 Tilt steering 4 18 Tires and wheels 7 29 Towing 6 13 Traction control system 4 41 Trailer towing 5 13 Trunk lid 3 58 Vehicle break in process 1 3 Warnings and indicators 4 23 Wind...