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Enjoy your vehicle and Kias Family-like Care experience!
Thank you for becoming the owner of a new Kia vehicle.
As a global car manufacturer focused on building high-quality,
value for
money prices, Kia Motors is dedicated to providing you with a
customer
service experience that exceeds your expectations.
At all of our Kia dealerships you will be treated with warmth,
hospitality
and professionalism by people who care based on our Family-like
Care
promise.
All information contained in this Owners Manual is accurate at
the
time of publication. However, Kia reserves the right to make
changes
at any time so that our policy of continual product improvement
can be
carried out.
This manual applies to all Kia models and includes descriptions
and
explanations of optional as well as standard equipment. As a
result, you
may encounter material in this manual that is not applicable to
your
specific Kia vehicle.
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When you require service, remember that your dealerknows your
vehicle best. Your dealer has factory-trainedtechnicians,
recommended special tools, genuine KIAreplacement parts and is
dedicated to your complete sat-isfaction.
Because subsequent owners require this important infor-mation as
well, this publication should remain with thevehicle if it is
sold.
This manual will familiarize you with operational, main-tenance
and safety information about your new vehicle. Itis supplemented by
a Warranty and Maintenance bookthat provides important information
on all warrantiesregarding your vehicle. We urge you to read these
publi-cations carefully and follow the recommendations to
helpassure enjoyable and safe operation of your new vehicle.
KIA offers a great variety of options, components andfeatures
for its various models. Therefore, some of theequipment described
in this manual, along with the vari-ous illustrations, may not be
applicable to your particularvehicle.
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discontinue or change specifications or designat any time without
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Printed in Korea
Foreword
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IntroductionYour vehicle at a glanceSafety features of your
vehicleFeatures of your vehicleDriving your vehicleWhat to do in an
emergencyMaintenanceSpecifications & Consumer
informationIndex
table of contents
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Air
bags..........................................................................3-39Air
bag warning label
..............................................3-61Air bag warning
light ..............................................3-42Curtain air
bag..........................................................3-52Driver's
and passenger's front air bag ......................3-46Side air
bag
..............................................................3-51
Air cleaner
....................................................................7-31Antenna........................................................................4-103Anti-lock
brake system (ABS)
......................................5-33Appearance care
............................................................7-70
Exterior care
............................................................7-70Interior
care
..............................................................7-75
Ashtray
..........................................................................4-97Audio
system
..............................................................4-103
Antenna
..................................................................4-103Aux,
USB and
iPod................................................4-105Steering
wheel audio control ................................4-104
Automatic climate control system
................................4-86Air conditioning
......................................................4-92Automatic
heating and air conditioning ..................4-87Manual heating
and air conditioning ......................4-88
Automatic transaxle
......................................................5-24Shift
lock
system......................................................5-27
Base curb weight
..........................................................5-60Battery............................................................................7-38Battery
saver
function....................................................4-63Before
driving
..................................................................5-3Bi-fuel
system................................................................5-14Bottle
holders, see cup
holders......................................4-98Brake
system..................................................................5-30
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
................................5-33Electronic stability program
(ESP) ..........................5-35Hill-start assist control (HAC)
................................5-39Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)
................................5-40Parking brake
..........................................................5-31Power
brakes
............................................................5-30Vehicle
stability management (VSM)......................5-39
Brake fluid
....................................................................7-27Bulb
replacement
..........................................................7-62Bulb
wattage
....................................................................8-2Button
start/stop, see engine start/stop button ................5-6
Capacities (Lubricants)
....................................................8-4Care
Exterior care
..............................................................7-70Interior
care
..............................................................7-75Tire
care
....................................................................7-41
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Cargo weight
..................................................................5-60Central
door lock switch
................................................4-16Changing tires
..................................................................6-9Chains
Tire chains
................................................................5-49Checking
tire inflation
pressure......................................7-42Child restraint
system ....................................................3-28
Lap
belt......................................................................3-31Lap/shoulder
belt ......................................................3-30
Child-protector rear door lock
........................................4-17Climate control system
(Automatic) ..............................4-86
Air conditioning
........................................................4-91Automatic
heating and air conditioning....................4-87Manual heating
and air conditioning ........................4-88
Climate control system (Manual)
..................................4-77Air conditioning
........................................................4-82Climate
control air
filter............................................4-84Heating and
air conditioning ....................................4-78
Cigarette lighter
..............................................................4-97Climate
control air filter ........................................4-84,
7-33Clock (Digital)
..............................................................4-100Clothes
hanger
..............................................................4-101Combined
instrument, see instrument cluster ................4-41Coolant
............................................................................7-24Cooling
fluid, see engine coolant
..................................7-24Crankcase emission control
system................................7-76Cup holder
......................................................................4-98Curtain
air bag
................................................................3-52
Dashboard, see instrument cluster
..................................4-41Daytime running light
....................................................4-63Defogging
(Windshield)
................................................4-93Defogging logic
(Windshield) ........................................4-95Defroster
(Rear window)
................................................4-76Defrosting
(Windshield)
................................................4-93Digital
clock..................................................................4-100Dimensions
......................................................................8-2Displays,
see instrument cluster ....................................4-41Door
locks
......................................................................4-14
Central door lock switch
..........................................4-16Child-protector rear
door lock ..................................4-17
Drink holders, see cup holders
......................................4-98Driver's air
bag................................................................3-46Driving
at night
..............................................................5-45Driving
in flooded areas
................................................5-47Driving in the
rain
..........................................................5-46
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Economical operation
....................................................5-42Electronic
power steering
..............................................4-36Electronic
stability program (ESP)
................................5-34Emergency starting
..........................................................6-5
Jump starting
..............................................................6-5Push
starting
................................................................6-6
Emergency stop signal (ESS)
........................................5-40Emergency towing
..........................................................6-22Emergency
while
driving..................................................6-3Emergency
commodity
..................................................6-25Emission
control system
................................................7-76
Crankcase emission control system
..........................7-76Evaporative emission control
system........................7-76Exhaust emission control system
..............................7-77
Engine
compartment..................................................2-4,
7-2Engine coolant
................................................................7-24Engine
number..................................................................8-7Engine
oil
........................................................................7-22Engine
overheats
..............................................................6-7Engine
start/stop button
....................................................5-6Engine will
not
start..........................................................6-4Evaporative
emission control system..............................7-76Exhaust
emission control
system....................................7-77Explanation of
scheduled maintenance items ................7-19Exterior
care....................................................................7-70
Flat tire
..............................................................................6-8Changing
tires
............................................................6-9Jack
and tools
..............................................................6-8Removing
and storing the spare tire ..........................6-9
FluidAutomatic transaxle
fluid..........................................7-28Washer fluid
..............................................................7-30Brake
fluid
................................................................7-27
Folding the rear
seat........................................................3-10Front
seat adjustment - manual
........................................3-4Fuel filler lid
..................................................................4-27Fuel
gauge
......................................................................4-43Fuel
requirements
............................................................1-2Fuses
..............................................................................7-51
Fuse/relay panel
description......................................7-55Instrument
panel fuse
................................................7-52Multi fuse
..................................................................7-54Memory
fuse
............................................................7-53
GaugeFuel gauge
................................................................4-43
Glassroof, see sunroof
....................................................4-30Glove
box........................................................................4-96
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Hazard warning flasher
..................................................4-62Hazardous
driving conditions
........................................5-44Headlight escort
function................................................4-63Headlight
leveling
device................................................4-69Headlight
welcome function
..........................................4-63Headrest
....................................................................3-5,
3-9Heating and air conditioning
..........................................4-78Highway driving
............................................................5-47Hill-start
assist control
(HAC)........................................5-39Hood................................................................................4-25Horn
................................................................................4-36How
to use this manual
....................................................1-2
Idle stop and go (ISG) system
........................................5-12Immobilizer system
..........................................................4-4Indicators
and warnings
..................................................4-48Indicator
symbols on the instrument cluster ....................1-5Inside
rearview mirror
....................................................4-37Instrument
cluster
..........................................................4-41
Fuel gauge
................................................................4-43Odometer
..................................................................4-45Speedometer
..............................................................4-43Tachometer
................................................................4-43
Trip computer
............................................................4-44Warning
and indicators ............................................4-48
Instrument panel
overview................................................2-3Interior
care
....................................................................7-75Interior
features
..............................................................4-97
Ashtray
......................................................................4-97Cigarette
lighter
........................................................4-97Clothes
hanger
........................................................4-101Cup
holder
................................................................4-98Digital
clock
............................................................4-100Floor
mat anchor(s) 4-102Power outlet
..............................................................4-99Sunvisor
....................................................................4-98Vanity
mirror lamp
....................................................4-99
Interior light
....................................................................4-74Interior
overview
..............................................................2-2
Jack and
tools....................................................................6-8Jump
starting
....................................................................6-5
Key positions
....................................................................5-4Keys
..................................................................................4-3
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LabelAir bag warning
label................................................3-61Tire
sidewall labeling
................................................7-47Tire
specification and pressure label
..........................8-7Vehicle certification
label............................................8-6
Light bulbs
......................................................................7-62Lighting
..........................................................................4-63
Battery saver function
..............................................4-63Daytime running
light ..............................................4-63Headlight
escort function
..........................................4-63Headlight welcome
function ....................................4-63
Lubricants and
capacities..................................................8-4
MaintenanceExplanation of scheduled maintenance items
..........7-19Maintenance services
..................................................7-3Maintenance
under severe usage conditions ............7-17Normal maintenance
schedule ....................................7-7Owner maintenance
....................................................7-4Scheduled
maintenance service ..................................7-6Tire
maintenance
......................................................7-46
Maintenance services
........................................................7-3
Manual climate control system
......................................4-77Air conditioning
........................................................4-82Climate
control air
filter............................................4-84Heating and
air conditioning ....................................4-78
Manual heating and air conditioning
..............................4-88Manual transaxle
............................................................5-21Memory
fuse
..................................................................7-53Mirrors
............................................................................4-37
Day/night rearview mirror
........................................4-37Inside rearview mirror
..............................................4-37Outside rearview
mirror ............................................4-37
Moonroof, see
sunroof....................................................4-30Multi
fuse........................................................................7-54
Neck restraints, see headrest
....................................3-5, 3-9
Odometer
........................................................................4-45Oil
(Engine)
....................................................................7-22Outside
rearview
mirror..................................................4-37Overheats
..........................................................................6-7Owner
maintenance
..........................................................7-4
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Parking brake
inspect......................................................7-30Parking
brake
..................................................................5-31Passenger's
front air bag
................................................3-46Power brakes
..................................................................5-30Power
outlet
....................................................................4-99Power
steering (Electronic)
............................................4-34Power window lock
button
............................................4-23Pre-tensioner seat
belt ....................................................3-22Push
starting......................................................................6-6
Rear
seat............................................................................3-9Rear
parking assist
system..............................................4-59Recommended
cold tire inflation pressures....................7-41Recommended
lubricants and capacities ..........................8-4
Recommended SAE viscosity
number........................8-5Remote keyless entry
......................................................4-10Road
warning
....................................................................6-2Rocking
the vehicle
........................................................5-44
Scheduled maintenance service
........................................7-6Maintenance under severe
usage conditions ............7-17Normal maintenance schedule
....................................7-7
Seat belts
........................................................................3-15Pre-tensioner
seat belt ..............................................3-22Lap
belt......................................................................3-20Lap/shoulder
belt ......................................................3-18Seat
belt warning
......................................................3-16
Seatback pocket
................................................................3-8Seats
..................................................................................3-2
Headrest
..............................................................3-5,
3-9Folding the rear seat
..................................................3-10Front seat
adjustment - manual ..................................3-4Rear seat
......................................................................3-9Seatback
pocket
..........................................................3-8
Shift lock system
............................................................5-27Side
air bag
....................................................................3-51Smart
key
..........................................................................4-9Smooth
cornering............................................................5-45Snow
tires........................................................................5-48Spare
tire
Removing and storing the spare tire
..........................6-9
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Special driving conditions
..............................................5-44Driving at night
........................................................5-45Driving
in flooded
areas............................................5-47Driving in the
rain
....................................................5-46Hazardous
driving conditions ..................................5-44Highway
driving........................................................5-47Rocking
the vehicle
..................................................5-44Smooth
cornering
......................................................5-45
Speedometer....................................................................4-43Starting
difficulties, see engine will not start
..................6-4Starting the engine
............................................................5-9Steering
wheel
................................................................4-34
Electronic power
steering..........................................4-34Heated
steering wheel
..............................................4-35Horn
..........................................................................4-36Tilt
steering
..............................................................4-34
Steering wheel audio control
........................................4-104Storage compartment
......................................................4-96
Glove box
..................................................................4-96Sunglass
holder
........................................................4-96
Sunglass holder
..............................................................4-96Sunroof............................................................................4-30Sunvisor
..........................................................................4-99
Tachometer......................................................................4-43Tailgate............................................................................4-18Tilt
steering
....................................................................4-34Tire
specification and pressure label
................................8-7Tires and wheels
......................................................7-41, 8-2
Checking tire inflation pressure
................................7-42Recommended cold tire inflation
pressures..............7-41Tire care
....................................................................7-41Tire
maintenance
......................................................7-46Tire
replacement........................................................7-45Tire
rotation
..............................................................7-43Tire
sidewall labeling
................................................7-47Tire traction
..............................................................7-46Wheel
alignment and tire balance ............................7-44Wheel
replacement....................................................7-46
Towing
............................................................................6-21Emergency
towing ....................................................6-22
TransaxleAutomatic transaxle
..................................................5-24Manual
transaxle
......................................................5-21
Tripmeter
........................................................................4-45Trip
computer..................................................................4-44
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Vanity mirror
lamp..........................................................4-99Vehicle
break-in process
..................................................1-4Vehicle
certification label
................................................8-6Vehicle
identification number (VIN)
................................8-6Vehicle stability management
(VSM) ............................5-39Vehicle weight
................................................................5-60
Base curb weight
......................................................5-60Cargo
weight
............................................................5-60GAW
(Gross axle weight)
........................................5-60GAWR (Gross axle weight
rating)............................5-60GVW (Gross vehicle
weight)....................................5-60GVWR (Gross vehicle
weight rating) ......................5-60
Washer fluid
....................................................................7-30Waste
tray, see ashtray
....................................................4-97Warnings
and
indicators..................................................4-48Weight
............................................................................5-60
Base curb weight
......................................................5-60Cargo
weight
............................................................5-60GAW
(Gross axle weight)
........................................5-60GAWR (Gross axle weight
rating)............................5-60GVW (Gross vehicle
weight)....................................5-60GVWR (Gross vehicle
weight rating) ......................5-60
Wheel alignment and tire balance
..................................7-44Wheel replacement
........................................................7-46Windows
........................................................................4-20
Auto down window
..................................................4-21Auto up/down
window..............................................4-22Power
window lock button........................................4-23
Windshield defrosting and defogging
............................4-93Defogging logic
........................................................4-95
Winter driving
................................................................5-48Snow
tires..................................................................5-48Tire
chains
................................................................5-49
Wiper blades
..................................................................7-35Wipers
and washers
........................................................4-70
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We want to help you get the greatestpossible driving pleasure
from your vehi-cle. Your Owners Manual can assist youin many ways.
We strongly recommendthat you read the entire manual. In orderto
minimize the chance of death or injury,you must read the WARNING
and CAU-TION sections in the manual.Illustrations complement the
words in thismanual to best explain how to enjoy yourvehicle. By
reading your manual, youlearn about features, important
safetyinformation, and driving tips under vari-ous road
conditions.The general layout of the manual is pro-vided in the
Table of Contents. Use theindex when looking for a specific area
orsubject; it has an alphabetical listing of allinformation in your
manual.Sections: This manual has eight sectionsplus an index. Each
section begins with abrief list of contents so you can tell at
aglance if that section has the informationyou want.
You will find various WARNINGs,CAUTIONs, and NOTICEs in this
manu-al. These WARNINGs were prepared toenhance your personal
safety.You shouldcarefully read and follow ALL proceduresand
recommendations provided in theseWARNINGs, CAUTIONs and
NOTICEs.
NOTICEA NOTICE indicates interesting or help-ful information is
being provided.
Gasoline engineUnleadedFor Europe
For the optimal vehicle performance, werecommend you to use
unleaded gaso-line which complies with EN 228 and hasan octane
rating of RON (ResearchOctane Number) 95 / AKI (Anti KnockIndex) 91
or higher.You may use unleaded gasoline with anoctane rating of RON
91~94 / AKI 87~90but it may result in slight performancereduction
of the vehicle.
Except Europe
Your new KIA vehicle is designed to useonly unleaded fuel having
an OctaneRating of RON (Research OctaneNumber) 91 / AKI (Anti-Knock
Index) 87or higher.
Your new vehicle is designed to obtainmaximum performance with
UNLEADEDFUEL, as well as minimize exhaust emis-sions and spark plug
fouling.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation inwhich harm, serious
bodily injury ordeath could result if the warning isignored.
CAUTIONA CAUTION indicates a situation inwhich damage to your
vehicle couldresult if the caution is ignored.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
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Leaded (if equipped)For some countries, your vehicle isdesigned
to use leaded gasoline. Whenyou are going to use leaded
gasoline,ask an authorized KIA dealer whetherleaded gasoline in
your vehicle is avail-able or not.Octane Rating of leaded gasoline
issame with unleaded one.
Gasoline containing alcohol andmethanolGasohol, a mixture of
gasoline andethanol (also known as grain alcohol),and gasoline or
gasohol containingmethanol (also known as wood alcohol)are being
marketed along with or insteadof leaded or unleaded gasoline.Do not
use gasohol containing more than10% ethanol, and do not use
gasoline orgasohol containing any methanol. Eitherof these fuels
may cause drivability prob-lems and damage to the fuel
system.Discontinue using gasohol of any kind ifdrivability problems
occur.Vehicle damage or drivability problemsmay not be covered by
the manufactur-ers warranty if they result from the useof:1.
Gasohol containing more than 10%
ethanol.2. Gasoline or gasohol containing
methanol.3. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol.
WARNING Do not "top off" after the nozzle
automatically shuts off whenrefueling.
Always check that the fuel cap isinstalled securely to prevent
fuelspillage in the event of an acci-dent.
CAUTIONNEVER USE LEADED FUEL. Theuse of leaded fuel is
detrimental tothe catalytic converter and willdamage the engine
control sys-tems oxygen sensor and affectemission control.Never add
any fuel system cleaningagents to the fuel tank other thanwhat has
been specified. (Consult anauthorized KIA dealer for details.)
CAUTIONNever use gasohol which containsmethanol. Discontinue use
of anygasohol product which impairs dri-vability.
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Use of MTBEKIA recommends avoiding fuels contain-ing MTBE
(Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content
2.7%weight) in your vehicle.Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0%
vol.(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) mayreduce vehicle performance and
producevapor lock or hard starting.
Do not use methanolFuels containing methanol (wood alco-hol)
should not be used in your vehicle.This type of fuel can reduce
vehicle per-formance and damage components ofthe fuel system.
Fuel AdditivesKIA recommends that you use goodquality gasolines
meet Europe Fuel stan-dards (EN228) or equivalents.For customers
who do not use goodquality gasolines including fuel
additivesregularly, and have problems starting orthe engine does
not run smoothly, onebottle of additives added to the fuel tankat
every 15,000km (For Europe)/5,000km (Except Europe). Additives
areavailable from your authorized KIA deal-er along with
information on how to usethem. Do not mix other additives.
Operation in foreign countriesIf you are going to drive your
vehicle inanother country, be sure to: Observe all regulations
regarding reg-
istration and insurance. Determine that acceptable fuel is
avail-
able.
No special break-in period is needed. Byfollowing a few simple
precautions for thefirst 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add tothe
performance, economy and life ofyour vehicle. Do not race the
engine. While driving, keep your engine speed
(rpm, or revolutions per minute)between 2,000 rpm and 4,000
rpm.
Do not maintain a single speed for longperiods of time, either
fast or slow.Varying engine speed is needed toproperly break-in the
engine.
Avoid hard stops, except in emergen-cies, to allow the brakes to
seat prop-erly.
Don't let the engine idle longer than 3minutes at one time.
Don't tow a trailer during the first 2,000km (1,200 miles) of
operation.
VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS
CAUTIONYour New Vehicle Limited Warrantymay not cover damage to
the fuelsystem and any performance prob-lems that are caused by the
use offuels containing methanol or fuelscontaining MTBE (Methyl
TertiaryButyl Ether) over 15.0% vol.(Oxygen Content 2.7%
weight.)
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INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Seat belt warning light
High beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
ABS warning light*
Parking brake & Brake fluidwarning light
Engine oil pressure warning light
ESP indicator*
ESP OFF indicator*
Malfunction indicator lightAir bag warning light*
Immobilizer indicator
Low fuel level warning light * : if equipped
Charging system warning light
Overspeed warning light* 120km/h
Tail light indicator
Tailgate open ajar warning light
Front fog light indicator*
Electric power steering (EPS)system warning light*
Key low battery indicator*
Rear fog light indicator*
Door ajar warning light
Shift pattern indicator*
Manual transaxle shift indicator*
Key out warning light*KEYOUT
ECO indicator*ECO
Auto stop for ISG system indicator*
Low beam indicator Engine coolant temperaturewarning light
Gasoline fuel indicator*
For more detailed explanations, refer to Instrument cluster in
section 4.
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Instrument panel overview / 2-3
Engine compartment / 2-4
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INTERIOR OVERVIEW
1. Door lock/unlock button ....................4-152. Central
door lock switch* ..................4-163. Power window
switches*...................4-204. Power window lock button*
...............4-235. Outside rearview mirror control
switch*...............................................4-386.
Outside rearview mirror folding
switch*...............................................4-397.
Hood release lever............................4-258. Fuel filler
lid release lever .................4-279. Steering wheel
..................................4-3410. Steering wheel tilt
control* ..............4-3511. Headlight leveling
device*...............4-6912. Idle Stop and Go system OFF
button*
........................................................5-1213.
Gasoline mode switch.....................5-1414. ESP OFF button*
............................5-3515. Heated steering wheel switch*
.......4-3516. Fuse box
.........................................7-5217. Brake
pedal.....................................5-3018. Accelerator
pedal* : if equipped
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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
OTA010002
1. Instrument cluster.............................4-412. Horn
.................................................4-363. Drivers
front air bag* .......................3-464. Light control/Turn
signals .................4-645.
Wiper/Washer...................................4-706. Ignition
switch* or
ENGINE START/STOP button* ....5-4, 5-67. Hazard warning flasher
switch ......4-62, 6-28.
Audio*.............................................4-1039. Climate
control system* ..........4-77, 4-8610. Shift lever*
.............................5-21, 5-2411. Steering wheel audio
control* ......4-10412. Passengers front air bag*
..............3-4613. Glove box
.......................................4-9614. Parking brake lever
........................5-3115. Power outlet*
..................................4-9916. Cigarette lighter*
.............................4-9717. Seat warmer*
....................................3-718. Drivers knee air bag*
.....................3-46* : if equipped
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
OTA010004L/OTA010003L/OTA010005L
1. Engine coolant reservoir
.........................................7-252. Radiator
cap............................................................7-263.
Brake fluid reservoir
................................................7-274. Air cleaner
...............................................................7-315.
Engine oil dipstick
...................................................7-226. Engine
oil filler
cap..................................................7-227.
Windshield washer fluid reservoir ...........................7-308.
Fuse box
.................................................................7-529.
Positive battery
terminal..........................................7-3810. Negative
battery terminal ......................................7-3811.
Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick*.........................7-28* :
if equipped
The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differfrom the
illustration.
1.25 Gasoline
1.0 Gasoline
1.0 Bi-fuel
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Seat belts / 3-15
Child restraint system / 3-28
Air bag - supplemental restraint system / 3-39
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Drivers seat(1) Forward and rearward(2) Seatback angle(3) Seat
cushion height*(4) Seat warmer*(5) Headrest
Front passengers seat(6) Forward and rearward(7) Seatback
angle(8) Seat warmer*(9) Headrest
Rear seat(10) Headrest*(11) Seatback folding*
* : if equipped
SEATS
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WARNING - Drivers seat Never attempt to adjust the seat
while the vehicle is moving. Thiscould result in loss of
control,and an accident causing death,serious injury, or property
dam-age.
Do not allow anything to interferewith the normal position of
theseatback. Storing items against aseatback or in any other
wayinterfering with proper locking ofa seatback could result in
seriousor fatal injury in a sudden stop orcollision.
Always drive and ride with yourseatback upright and the lap
por-tion of the seat belt snug and lowacross the hips. This is the
bestposition to protect you in case ofan accident.
In order to avoid unnecessaryand perhaps severe air baginjuries,
always sit as far back aspossible from the steering wheelwhile
maintaining comfortablecontrol of the vehicle. We recom-mend that
your chest be at least250 mm (10 inches) away fromthe steering
wheel.
WARNING - Loose objectsLoose objects in the drivers footarea
could interfere with the opera-tion of the foot pedals,
possiblycausing an accident. Do not placeanything under the front
seats.
WARNING - Driver respon-sibility for passengers
Riding in a vehicle with the seat-back reclined could lead to
seriousor fatal injury in an accident. If aseat is reclined during
an accident,the occupants hips may slideunder the lap portion of
the seatbelt, applying great force to theunprotected abdomen.
Serious orfatal internal injuries could result.The driver must
advise the passen-ger to keep the seatback in anupright position
whenever the vehi-cle is in motion.
WARNING - Uprightingseat
When you return the seatback to itsupright position, hold the
seatbackand return it slowly and be surethere are no other
occupantsaround the seat. If the seatback isreturned without being
held andcontrolled, the back of the seatcould spring forward
resulting inaccidental injury to a person struckby the
seatback.
WARNINGDo not use a sitting cushion thatreduces friction between
the seatand passenger. The passenger'ships may slide under the lap
por-tion of the seat belt during an acci-dent or a sudden stop.
Serious orfatal internal injuries could resultbecause the seat belt
can't operatenormally.
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Front seat adjustment - manual Forward and rearwardTo move the
seat forward or rearward:1. Pull the seat slide adjustment lever
up
and hold it.2. Slide the seat to the position you
desire.3. Release the lever and make sure the
seat is locked in place.Adjust the seat before driving, and
makesure the seat is locked securely by tryingto move forward and
rearward withoutusing the lever. If the seat moves, it is notlocked
properly.
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(Continued) To avoid the possibility of burns,
do not remove the carpet in thecargo area. Emission
controldevices beneath this floor gener-ate high temperatures.
WARNING - Rear seatbacks The rear seatback must be
securely latched. If not, passen-gers and objects could be
thrownforward resulting in seriousinjury or death in the event of
asudden stop or collision.
Luggage and other cargo shouldbe laid flat in the cargo area.
Ifobjects are large, heavy, or mustbe piled, they must be
secured.Under no circumstances shouldcargo be piled higher than
theseatbacks. Failure to follow thesewarnings could result in
seriousinjury or death in the event of asudden stop, collision or
rollover.
No passenger should ride in thecargo area or sit or lie on
foldedseatbacks while the vehicle ismoving. All passengers must
beproperly seated in seats andrestrained properly while riding.
When resetting the seatback tothe upright position, make sure
itis securely latched by pushing itforward and backwards.
(Continued)
WARNINGAfter adjusting the seat, alwayscheck that it is securely
locked intoplace by attempting to move theseat forward or backward
withoutusing the lock release lever.Sudden or unexpected movementof
the driver's seat could cause youto lose control of the vehicle
result-ing in an accident.
WARNING Use extreme caution so that
hands or other objects are notcaught in the seat mechanismswhile
the seat is moving.
Do not put a cigarette lighter onthe floor or seat. When you
oper-ate the seat, gas may gush out ofthe lighter and cause
fire.
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Seatback angleTo recline the seatback:1. Lean forward slightly
and lift up on the
seatback recline lever.2. Carefully lean back on the seat
and
adjust the seatback of the seat to theposition you desire.
3. Release the lever and make sure theseatback is locked in
place. (The leverMUST return to its original position forthe
seatback to lock.)
Seat cushion height (for drivers seat)To change the height of
the seat cushion,push the lever that is located on the out-side of
the seat cushion upwards ordownwards. To lower the seat cushion,
push the
lever down several times. To raise the seat cushion, pull the
lever
up several times.
HeadrestThe driver's and front passenger's seatsare equipped
with a headrest for theoccupant's safety and comfort.The headrest
not only provides comfortfor the driver and front passenger,
butalso helps to protect the head and neckin the event of a
collision.
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Adjusting the height up and downTo raise the headrest, pull it
up to thedesired position (1). To lower the head-rest, push and
hold the release button (2)on the headrest support and lower
theheadrest to the desired position (3).
Removal and installationTo remove the headrest, raise it as far
asit can go then press the release button (1)while pulling upward
(2).To reinstall the headrest, put the head-rest poles (3) into the
holes while press-ing the release button (1). Then adjust itto the
appropriate height.
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WARNINGMake sure the headrest locks inposition after adjusting
it to proper-ly protect the occupants.
WARNING For maximum effectiveness in
case of an accident, the headrestshould be adjusted so the
middleof the headrest is at the sameheight as the center of gravity
ofan occupant's head. Generally,the center of gravity of most
peo-ple's head is similar with theheight of the top of their
eyes.Also, adjust the headrest as closeto your head as possible.
For thisreason, the use of a cushion thatholds the body away from
theseatback is not recommended.
Do not operate the vehicle withthe headrests removed as
severeinjury to the occupants mayoccur in the event of an
accident.Headrests may provide protec-tion against neck injuries
whenproperly adjusted.
Do not adjust the headrest posi-tion of the driver's seat while
thevehicle is in motion.
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Active headrest (if equipped)The active headrest is designed to
moveforward and upward during a rear impact.This helps to prevent
the driver's andfront passengers heads from movingbackward and thus
helps prevent neckinjuries.
Seat warmer (if equipped)The seat warmer is provided to warm
thefront seats during cold weather. With theignition switch in the
ON position, pusheither of the switches to warm the driver'sseat or
the front passenger's seat.During mild weather or under
conditionswhere the operation of the seat warmeris not needed, keep
the switches in the"OFF" position. Each time you press the button,
the
temperature setting of the seat willchange as follows :
The seat warmer defaults to the OFFposition whenever the
ignition switch isturned on.
NOTICEWith the seat warmer switch in the ONposition, the heating
system in the seatturns off or on automatically dependingon the
seat temperature.
OFF HIGH( ) LOW( )
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WARNINGA gap between the seat and theheadrest release button
mayappear when seating on the seat orwhen you push or pull the
seat. Becareful not to get your finger, etc.caught in the gap.
CAUTION When cleaning the seats, do not
use an organic solvent such aspaint thinner, benzene, alcoholand
gasoline. Doing so may dam-age the surface of the heater
orseats.
To prevent overheating the seatwarmer, do not place
blankets,cushions or seat covers on theseats while the seat warmer
is inoperation.
Do not place heavy or sharpobjects on seats equipped withseat
warmers. Damage to the seatwarming components could occur.
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Seatback pocket (if equipped)The seatback pocket is provided on
theback of the front passengers and driversseatbacks.
Passenger seat under tray (if equipped)To open the tray, pull up
the lever and pullout the tray forward.
WARNING - Seatbackpockets
Do not put heavy or sharp objectsin the seatback pockets. In an
acci-dent they could come loose fromthe pocket and injure vehicle
occu-pants.
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WARNING - Seat warmerburns
Passengers should use extremecaution when using seat warmersdue
to the possibility of excessheating or burns. The occupantsmust be
able to feel if the seat isbecoming too warm and to turn theseat
warmer off. In particular, thedriver must exercise extreme carefor
the following types of passen-gers:1. Infants, children, elderly or
dis-
abled persons, or hospital outpa-tients
2. Persons with sensitive skin orthose that burn easily
3. Fatigued individuals4. Intoxicated individuals5. Individuals
taking medication
that can cause drowsiness orsleepiness (sleeping pills,
coldtablets, etc.)
WARNING - Flammablematerials
Do not store cigarette lighters,propane cylinders, or other
flamma-ble/explosive materials in the tray.These items may catch
fire and/orexplode if the vehicle is exposed tohot temperatures for
extended peri-ods.
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Rear seat adjustment Headrest (if equipped)The rear seat is
equipped with headrestsfor the occupant's safety and comfort.The
headrest not only provides comfortfor passengers, but also helps to
protectthe head and neck in the event of a colli-sion.
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WARNING Since stored items may move
while driving, be sure to positionthem in the tray so that they
donot make noise or cause a poten-tial safety hazard when the
vehi-cle is moving.
Always keep the tray closed whiledriving. Do not place many
itemsin the tray that the tray can notclose securely.
CAUTIONTo avoid possible theft, do not leavevaluables in the
tray.The tray can be used to store smallitems required by the
driver or pas-sengers.
WARNING For maximum effectiveness in
case of an accident, the headrestshould be adjusted so the
middleof the headrest is at the sameheight as the center of gravity
ofan occupant's head. Generally,the center of gravity of most
peo-ple's head is similar with theheight of the top of their
eyes.Also adjust the headrest as closeto your head as possible. For
thisreason, the use of a cushion thatholds the body away from
theseatback is not recommended.
Do not operate the vehicle withthe headrests removed.
Severeinjury to an occupant may occurin the event of an
accident.Headrests may provide protec-tion against severe neck
injurieswhen properly adjusted.
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Adjusting the height up and down (if equipped)
To raise the headrest, pull it up to thedesired position (1). To
lower the head-rest, push and hold the release button (2)on the
headrest support and lower theheadrest to the desired position
(3).
Removal and installation (if equipped)
To remove the headrest, raise it as far asit can go then press
the release button(1) while pulling upward (2).To reinstall the
headrest, put the head-rest poles (3) into the holes while
press-ing the release button (1). Then adjust itto the appropriate
height.
Folding the rear seat (if equipped)The rear seatbacks (or
cushions) may befolded to facilitate carrying long items orto
increase the luggage capacity of thevehicle.
WARNINGMake sure the headrest locks inposition after adjusting
it to proper-ly protect the occupants.
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WARNING The purpose of the fold-down rearseatbacks (or cushions)
is to allowyou carry longer objects that couldnot be accommodated
in the cargoarea.Never allow passengers sit on topof the folded
down seatback whilethe car is moving as this is not aproper seating
position and no seatbelts are available for use. Thiscould result
in serious injury ordeath in case of an accident or sud-den stop.
Objects carried on thefolded down seatback should notextend higher
than the top of thefront seatbacks. Doing this couldallow cargo to
slide forward andcause injury or damage during sud-den stops.
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To fold the rear seat cushion and seatback:
The rear seatbacks may be folded for-ward to provide additional
cargo spaceand to provide access to the cargo area. 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 rearsafety belts so that they
can be usedby rear seat passengers.
1. Set the front seatback to the uprightposition and slide the
front seat for-ward.
2. Insert the rear seat belt metal tab intothe holder to prevent
the seat belt formbeing damaged.
CAUTION When folding or unfolding the
rear seat, make sure to move thefront seat fully forward. If
thereare not enough space to fold therear seat, never fold it by
force. Itwill cause damage to the head-rest or the related parts of
theseat.
Before using the seat belt, besure to remove it from the
holder.If you pull out the seat belt whileit's in the holder, it
may damagethe seat belt or holder.
Use the holder only when there isno passengers in the rear seat
orwhen you need to fold the rearseat.
WARNINGDo not fold the rear seat, if the dri-ver's position is
not properly setaccording to the driver's physicalfigure after
folding the rear seat. Asudden stop or collision may
causeinjury.
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3. Lift up the front part of the seat cush-ion (1).
4. Lift up the rear part of the seat cushion(2).
5. Move the seat cushion firmly (3).
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Type BOSA037009
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Type BOSA037010
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6. Lower the headrest as low as possible(4).
7. Pull up the lock release lever (4).
8. Fold the seatback forward and downfirmly (5), (6).
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Type BOSA037012
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To unfold the rear seat:1. Lift and push the seatback
backward
firmly until it clicks into place.2. Move and push the seat
cushion
downward firmly to the proper position.3. Replace the rear seat
belt to the prop-
er position.
CAUTION - Rear seat beltsWhen returning the rear seatbacksto the
upright position, rememberto return the rear shoulder belts totheir
proper position.
CAUTION - Damaging rearseat belt buckles
When you fold the rear seatback,insert the buckle between the
rearseatback and cushion. Doing socan prevent the buckle from
beingdamaged by the rear seatback.
WARNING - Cargo loadingMake sure the engine is off, theautomatic
transaxle is in P (Park)or the manual transaxle is in 1st,and the
parking brake is securelyapplied whenever loading orunloading
cargo. Failure to takethese steps may allow the vehicleto move if
the shift lever is inadver-tently moved to another position.
WARNING - CargoCargo should always be secured toprevent it from
being thrown aboutthe vehicle in a collision and caus-ing injury to
the vehicle occupants.Do not place objects in the rearseats, since
they cannot be proper-ly secured and may hit the frontseat
occupants in a collision.
WARNING When you return the rear seatbackto its upright position
after beingfolded down:Be careful not to damage the seatbelt
webbing or buckle. Do notallow the seat belt webbing orbuckle to
get caught or pinched inthe rear seat. Ensure that the seat-back is
completely locked into itsupright position by pushing on thetop of
the seatback. Otherwise, inan accident or sudden stop, theseat
could fold down and allowcargo enter the passenger com-partment,
which could result inserious injury or death.
WARNING After folding the rear seat, unlessthe drivers position
is properly setaccording to the drivers physicalfigure, do not fold
the rear seat. Itmay increase body injuries in asudden stop or
collision.
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Seat belt restraint systemSEAT BELTS
WARNING For maximum restraint system
protection, the seat belts mustalways be used whenever the caris
moving.
Seat belts are most effectivewhen seatbacks are in theupright
position.
Children age 12 and youngermust always be properlyrestrained in
the rear seat. Neverallow children to ride in the frontpassenger
seat. If a child over 12must be seated in the front seat,he/she
must be properly beltedand the seat should be moved asfar back as
possible.
Never wear the shoulder beltunder your arm or behind yourback.
An improperly positionedshoulder belt can cause seriousinjuries in
a crash. The shoulderbelt should be positioned midwayover your
shoulder across yourcollarbone.
(Continued)
WARNINGSeat belts are designed to bearupon the bony structure of
thebody, and should be worn lowacross the front of the pelvis or
thepelvis, chest and shoulders, asapplicable; wearing the lap
sectionof the belt across the abdominalarea must be avoided.Seat
belts should be adjusted asfirmly as possible, consistent
withcomfort, to provide the protectionfor which they have been
designed.A slack belt will greatly reduce theprotection afforded to
the wearer.
(Continued)
(Continued) Avoid wearing twisted seat belts.
A twisted belt can't do its job aswell. In a collision, it could
evencut into you. Be sure the beltwebbing is straight and not
twist-ed.
Be careful not to damage the beltwebbing or hardware. If the
beltwebbing or hardware is dam-aged, replace it.
(Continued)Care should be taken to avoid con-tamination of the
webbing with pol-ishes, oils and chemicals, and par-ticularly
battery acid. Cleaning maysafely be carried out using mildsoap and
water. The belt should bereplaced if webbing becomesfrayed,
contaminated or damaged.It is essential to replace the
entireassembly after it has been worn ina severe impact even if
damage tothe assembly is not obvious. Beltsshould not be worn with
strapstwisted. Each belt assembly mustonly be used by one occupant;
it isdangerous to put a belt around achild being carried on the
occu-pant's lap.
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Seat belt warningType A
As a reminder to the driver, the seat beltwarning light will
blink for approximately6 seconds each time you turn the
ignitionswitch ON regardless of belt fastening.If the drivers seat
belt is unfastened afterthe ignition switch is ON, the seat
beltwarning light blinks again for approxi-mately 6 seconds.If the
driver's seat belt is not fastenedwhen the ignition switch is
turned ON orif it is unfastened after the ignition switchis ON, the
seat belt warning chime willsound for approximately 6 seconds.
Atthis time, if the seat belt is fastened, thechime will stop at
once. (if equipped)
Type B
FrontAs a reminder to the driver and front pas-senger, the
drivers and front passengersseat belt warning lights will
illuminate forapproximately 6 seconds each time youturn the
ignition switch ON regardless ofbelt fastening.If the drivers or
front passengers seatbelt is not fastened when the ignitionswitch
is turned ON or if it is disconnect-ed after the ignition switch is
turned ON,the corresponding seat belt warning lightwill illuminate
until the belt is fastened.If you continue not to fasten the seat
beltand you drive over 9km/h, the illuminatedwarning light will
start to blink or illumi-nate until you drive under 6km/h.
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WARNING No modifications or additions
should be made by the userwhich will either prevent the seatbelt
adjusting devices from oper-ating to remove slack, or preventthe
seat belt assembly from beingadjusted to remove slack.
When you fasten the seat belt, becareful not to latch the seat
belt inbuckles of other seat. It's very dan-gerous and you may not
be pro-tected by the seat belt properly.
Do not unfasten the seat belt anddo not fasten and unfasten
theseat belt repeatedly while driving.This could result in loss of
con-trol, and an accident causingdeath, serious injury, or
propertydamage.
When fastening the seat belt,make sure that the seat belt
doesnot pass over objects that arehard or can break easily.
Make sure there is nothing in thebuckle. The seat belt may not
befastened securely.
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If you continue not to fasten the seat beltand you drive over
20km/h the seat beltwarning chime will sound for approxi-mately 100
seconds and the correspon-ding warning light will blink.
NOTICE You can find the front passengers
seat belt warning light on the centerfascia panel.
Although the front passenger seat isnot occupied, the seat belt
warninglight will illuminate for 6 seconds.
The front passenger's seat belt warn-ing may operate when
luggage isplaced on the front passenger seat.
Rear (if equipped)If the ignition switch is turned ON(engineis
not running) when the rear passen-ger's seat belt is not fastened,
the corre-sponding seat belt warning light will illu-minate until
the belt is fastened.And then, the rear corresponding seatbelt
warning light will illuminate forapproximately 35 seconds, if any
of fol-lowing occurs;- You start the engine when the rear belt
is not fastened.- You drive over 9km/h when the rear belt
is not fastened.- The rear belt is disconnected when you
diver under 20km/h.If the rear seat belt is fastened, the
warn-ing light will turn off immediately.
If the rear seat belt is disconnected whenyou drive over the
20km/h, the corre-sponding seat belt warning light will blinkand
warning chime will sound for 35 sec-onds.But, if the rear
passenger's seat beltis/are connected and disconnected twicewithin
9 seconds after the belt is fas-tened, the corresponding seat belt
warn-ing light will not operate.
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Height adjustment (front seat)
You can adjust the height of the shoulderbelt anchor to one of
the 4 positions formaximum comfort and safety.The height of the
adjusting seat beltshould not be too close to your neck.
Theshoulder portion should be adjusted sothat it lies across your
chest and midwayover your shoulder near the door and notyour
neck.To adjust the height of the seat beltanchor, lower or raise
the height adjusterinto an appropriate position.
To raise the height adjuster, pull it up (1).To lower it, push
it down (3) while press-ing the height adjuster button (2).Release
the button to lock the anchorinto position. Try sliding the
heightadjuster to make sure that it has lockedinto position.
Lap/shoulder beltTo fasten your seat belt:
To fasten your seat belt, pull it out of theretractor and insert
the metal tab (1) intothe buckle (2). There will be an
audible"click" when the tab locks into the buckle.The seat belt
automatically adjusts to theproper length only after the lap belt
por-tion is adjusted manually so that it fitssnugly around your
hips. If you lean for-ward in a slow, easy motion, the belt
willextend and let you move around. If thereis a sudden stop or
impact, however, thebelt will lock into position. It will also
lockif you try to lean forward too quickly.
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WARNING Verify the shoulder belt anchor is
locked into position at the appro-priate height. Never position
theshoulder belt across your neck orface. Improperly positioned
seatbelts can cause serious injuriesin an accident.
Failure to replace seat belts afteran accident could leave you
withdamaged seat belts that will notprovide protection in the event
ofanother collision leading to per-sonal injury or death.
Replaceyour seat belts after being in anaccident as soon as
possible.
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WARNINGYou should place the lap belt por-tion as low as possible
and snuglyacross your hips, not on your waist.If the lap belt is
located too high onyour waist, it may increase thechance of injury
in the event of acollision. Both arms should not beunder or over
the belt. Rather, oneshould be over and the other under,as shown in
the illustration.Never wear the seat belt under thearm nearest the
door.
NOTICEIf you are not able to pull out the seatbelt from the
retractor, firmly pull thebelt out and release it. Then you will
beable to pull the belt out smoothly.
When using the rear center seat belt, thebuckle with the CENTER
mark must beused. (if equipped)
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To release the seat belt:
The seat belt is released by pressing therelease button (1) on
the locking buckle.When it is released, the belt should
auto-matically draw back into the retractor.If this does not
happen, check the belt tobe sure it is not twisted, then try
again.
Lap belt (if equipped)To fasten your seat belt:
To fasten a 2-point static type belt, insertthe metal tab (1)
into the locking buckle(2). There will be an audible "click"
whenthe tab locks into the buckle. Check tomake sure the belt is
properly locked andthat the belt is not twisted.
With a 2-point static type seat belt, thelength must be adjusted
manually so itfits snugly around your body. Fasten thebelt and pull
on the loose end to tighten.The belt should be placed as low as
pos-sible on your hips, not on your waist. Ifthe belt is too high,
it could increase thepossibility of your being injured in
anaccident.
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When using the rear center seat belt, thebuckle with the CENTER
mark must beused.
To release the seat belt:
When you want to release the seat belt,press the button (1) in
the locking buckle.
Stowing the rear seat belt The rear seat belt buckles can be
stowedin the pocket between the rear seatbackand cushion when not
in use.The center seat belt can be stowed withthe plate and webbing
rolled in the pock-et between the rear seatback and cush-ion.
(2-point static type belt, if equipped)
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WARNINGThe center lap belt latching mecha-nism is different from
those for therear seat shoulder belts. When fas-tening the rear
seat shoulder beltsor the center lap belt, make surethey are
inserted into the correctbuckles to obtain maximum protec-tion from
the seat belt system andassure proper operation.
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Pre-tensioner seat belt (if equipped)Your vehicle is equipped
with driver's andfront passenger's pre-tensioner seatbelts. The
purpose of the pre-tensioner isto make sure that the seat belts fit
tightlyagainst the occupant's body in certainfrontal collisions.
The pre-tensioner seatbelts may be activated in crashes wherethe
frontal collision is severe enough.
When the vehicle stops suddenly, or ifthe occupant tries to lean
forward tooquickly, the seat belt retractor will lockinto position.
In certain frontal collisions,the pre-tensioner will activate and
pullthe seat belt into tighter contact againstthe occupant's
body.If the system senses excessive tensionon the driver or
passenger's seat beltwhen the pre-tensioner activates, theload
limiter inside the pre-tensioner willrelease some of the pressure
on theaffected seat belt. (if equipped)
The seat belt pre-tensioner system con-sists mainly of the
following components.Their locations are shown in the
illustra-tion:1. SRS air bag warning light2. Retractor
pre-tensioner assembly3. SRS control module
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WARNINGFor your safety, be sure that thebelt webbing is not
loose or twistedand always sit properly on yourseat.
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NOTICE Both the driver's and front passen-
ger's pre-tensioner seat belts will beactivated in certain
frontal collisions.The pre-tensioner seat belts can beactivated,
where the frontal collisionis severe enough, together with the
airbags.
When the pre-tensioner seat belts areactivated, a loud noise may
be heardand fine dust, which may appear to besmoke, may be visible
in the passengercompartment. These are normal oper-ating conditions
and are not haz-ardous.
Although it is harmless, the fine dustmay cause skin irritation
and shouldnot be breathed for prolonged peri-ods. Wash all exposed
skin areas thor-oughly after an accident in which thepre-tensioner
seat belts were activat-ed.
Because the sensor that activates theSRS air bag is connected
with the pre-tensioner seat belt, the SRS air bagwarning light on
the instrumentpanel will illuminate for approximate-ly 6 seconds
after the ignition switchhas been turned to the ON position,and
then it should turn off.
WARNINGTo obtain maximum benefit from apre-tensioner seat
belt:1. The seat belt must be worn cor-
rectly and adjusted to the properposition. Please read and
followall of the important informationand precautions about your
vehi-cles occupant safety features including seat belts and air
bags that are provided in this manu-al.
2. Be sure you and your passen-gers always wear seat belts
prop-erly.
CAUTIONIf the pre-tensioner seat belt is notworking properly,
this warning lightwill illuminate even if there is nomalfunction of
the SRS air bag. Ifthe SRS air bag warning light doesnot illuminate
when the ignitionswitch is turned to ON, or if itremains
illuminated after illuminat-ing for approximately 6 seconds, orif
it illuminates while the vehicle isbeing driven, have an
authorizedKIA dealer inspect the pre-tension-er seat belt and SRS
air bag systemas soon as possible.
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Seat belt precautionsWARNING
Pre-tensioners are designed tooperate only one time. After
acti-vation, pre-tensioner seat beltsmust be replaced. All seat
belts,of any type, should always bereplaced after they have
beenworn during a collision.
The pre-tensioner seat beltassembly mechanisms becomehot during
activation. Do nottouch the pre-tensioner seat beltassemblies for
several minutesafter they have been activated.
Do not attempt to inspect orreplace the pre-tensioner seatbelts
yourself. This must be doneby an authorized KIA dealer.
Do not strike the pre-tensionerseat belt assemblies.
Do not attempt to service orrepair the pre-tensioner seat
beltsystem in any manner.
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(Continued) Improper handling of the pre-ten-
sioner seat belt assemblies, andfailure to heed the warnings
notto strike, modify, inspect, replace,service or repair the
pre-tension-er seat belt assemblies may leadto improper operation
or inadver-tent activation and serious injury.
Always wear the seat belts whendriving or riding in a motor
vehi-cle.
If the vehicle or pre-tensionerseat belt must be discarded,
con-tact an authorized KIA dealer.
WARNINGAll occupants of the vehicle mustwear their seat belts at
all times.Seat belts and child restraintsreduce the risk of serious
or fatalinjuries for all occupants in theevent of a collision or
sudden stop.Without a seat belt, occupants couldbe shifted too
close to a deployingair bag, strike the interior structureor be
thrown from the vehicle.Properly worn seat belts greatlyreduce
these hazards.Always follow the precautions aboutseat belts, air
bags and occupantsafety contained in this manual.
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Infant or small childYou should be aware of the
specificrequirements in your country. Childand/or infant seats must
be properlyplaced and installed in the rear seat. Formore
information about the use of theserestraints, refer to Child
restraint sys-tem in this section.
NOTICESmall children are best protected frominjury in an
accident when properlyrestrained in the rear seat by a
childrestraint system that meets the require-ments of the Safety
Standards of yourcountry. Before buying any childrestraint system,
make sure that it has alabel certifying that it meets
SafetyStandards of your country. The restraintmust be appropriate
for your child'sheight and weight. Check the label onthe child
restraint for this information.Refer to Child restraint system in
thissection.
Larger childrenChildren who are too large for childrestraint
systems should always occupythe rear seat and use the
availablelap/shoulder belts. The lap portion shouldbe fastened and
snugged on the hipsand as low as possible. Check if belt
fitsperiodically. A child's squirming could putthe belt out of
position. Children aregiven the most safety in the event of
anaccident when they are restrained by aproper restraint system in
the rear seat. Ifa larger child (over age 12) must be seat-ed in
the front seat, the child should besecurely restrained by the
availablelap/shoulder belt and the seat should beplaced in the
rearmost position. Childrenage 12 and under should be
restrainedsecurely in the rear seat. NEVER place achild age 12 and
under in the front seat.NEVER place a rear facing child seat inthe
front seat of a vehicle.
WARNINGEvery person in your vehicle needsto be properly
restrained at alltimes, including infants and chil-dren. Never hold
a child in yourarms or lap when riding in a vehi-cle. The violent
forces created dur-ing a crash will tear the child fromyour arms
and throw the childagainst the interior. Always use achild
restraint appropriate for yourchild's height and weight.
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If the shoulder belt portion slightly touch-es the childs neck
or face, try placing thechild closer to the center of the vehicle.
Ifthe shoulder belt still touches their faceor neck they need to be
returned to achild restraint system.
Pregnant womenThe use of a seat belt is recommendedfor pregnant
women to lessen the chanceof injury in an accident. When a seat
beltis used, the lap belt portion should beplaced as low and snugly
as possible onthe hips, not across the abdomen. Forspecific
recommendations, consult aphysician.
Injured personA seat belt should be used when aninjured person
is being transported.When this is necessary, you should con-sult a
physician for recommendations.
One person per beltTwo people (including children) shouldnever
attempt to use a single seat belt.This could increase the severity
ofinjuries in case of an accident.
Do not lie downTo reduce the chance of injuries in theevent of
an accident and to achieve max-imum effectiveness of the restraint
sys-tem, all passengers should be sitting upand the front and rear
seats should be inan upright position when the vehicle ismoving. A
seat belt cannot provide prop-er protection if the person is lying
down inthe rear seat or if the front and rear seatsare in a
reclined position.
WARNING - Shoulder beltson small children
Never allow a shoulder belt to bein contact with a childs neck
orface while the vehicle is inmotion.
If seat belts are not properly wornand adjusted on children,
there isa risk of death or serious injury.
WARNING - Pregnantwomen
Pregnant women must never placethe lap portion of the safety
beltover the area of the abdomenwhere the fetus is located or
abovethe abdomen where the belt couldcrush the fetus during an
impact.
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Care of seat beltsSeat belt systems should never be
disas-sembled or modified. In addition, careshould be taken to
assure that seat beltsand belt hardware are not damaged byseat
hinges, doors or other abuse.
Periodic inspectionAll seat belts should be inspected
peri-odically for wear or damage of any kind.Any damaged parts
should be replacedas soon as possible.
Keep belts clean and drySeat belts should be kept clean and
dry.If belts become dirty, they can becleaned by using a mild soap
solutionand warm water. Bleach, dye, strongdetergents or abrasives
should not beused because they may damage andweaken the fabric.
When to replace seat beltsEntire in-use seat belt assembly
orassemblies should be replaced if thevehicle has been involved in
an accident.This should be done even if no damageis visible.
Additional questions concern-ing seat belt operation should be
directedto an authorized KIA dealer.
WARNINGRiding with a reclined seatbackincreases your chance of
seriousor fatal injuries in the event of a col-lision or sudden
stop. The protec-tion of your restraint system (seatbelts and air
bags) is greatlyreduced by reclining your seat.Seat belts must be
snug againstyour hips and chest to work proper-ly. The more the
seatback isreclined, the greater the chancethat an occupant's hips
will slideunder the lap belt causing seriousinternal injuries or
the occupant'sneck could strike the shoulder belt.Drivers and
passengers shouldalways sit well back in their seats,properly
belted, and with the seat-backs upright.
WARNING When you return the rear seatbackto its upright position
after the rearseatback has been folded down, becareful not to
damage the seat beltwebbing or buckle. Be sure that thewebbing or
buckle does not getcaught or pinched in the rear seat.A seat belt
with damaged webbingor buckle could possibly fail duringa collision
or sudden stop, result-ing in serious injury. If the webbingor
buckles are damaged, get themreplaced immediately.
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Children riding in the car should sit in therear seat and must
always be properlyrestrained to minimize the risk of injury inan
accident, sudden stop or suddenmaneuver. According to accident
statis-tics, children are safer when properlyrestrained in the rear
seats than in thefront seat. Larger children not in a
childrestraint should use one of the seat beltsprovided.You should
be aware of the specificrequirements in your country. Childand/or
infant safety seats must be prop-erly placed and installed in the
rear seat.You must use a commercially availablechild restraint
system that meets therequirements of the Safety Standards ofyour
country. Child restraint systems aredesigned to be secured in
vehicle seatsby lap belts or the lap belt portion of alap/shoulder
belt, or by a tether anchorand/or ISOFIX anchors (if
equipped).Children could be injured or killed in acrash if their
restraints are not properlysecured. For small children and babies,
achild seat or infant seat must be used.Before buying a particular
child restraintsystem, make sure it fits your car seatand seat
belts, and fits your child. Followall the instructions provided by
the man-ufacturer when installing the childrestraint system.
CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM
WARNING A child restraint system must be
placed in the rear seat. Neverinstall a child or infant seat on
thefront passenger's seat. Should anaccident occur and cause
thepassenger side air bag to deploy,it could severely injure or
kill aninfant or child seated in an infantor child seat. Thus only
use achild restraint in the rear seat ofyour vehicle.
A seat belt or child restraint sys-tem can become very hot if it
isleft in a closed vehicle on a sunnyday, even if the outside
tempera-ture does not feel hot. Be sure tocheck the seat cover and
bucklesbefore placing a child there.
When the child restraint systemis not in use, store it in the
lug-gage area or fasten it with a seatbelt so that it will not be
thrownforward in the case of a suddenstop or an accident.
Children may be seriously injuredor killed by an inflating air
bag.All children, even those too largefor child restraints, must
ride inthe rear seat.
WARNINGTo reduce the chance or serious orfatal injuries:
Children of all ages are safer
when restrained in the rear seat.A child riding in the front
passen-ger seat can be forcefully struckby an inflating air bag
resulting inserious or fatal injuries.
Always follow the child restraintsystem manufacturers
instruc-tions for installation and use ofthe child restraint.
Always make sure the child seatis secured properly in the car
andyour child is securely restrainedin the child seat.
Never hold a child in your arms orlap when riding in a vehicle.
Theviolent forces created during acrash will tear the child from
yourarms and throw the child againstthe cars interior.
Never put a seat belt over your-self and a child. During a
crash,the belt could press deep into thechild causing serious
internalinjuries.
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Using a child restraint systemFor small children and babies, the
use ofa child seat or infant seat is required.Thischild seat or
infant seat should be ofappropriate size for the child and shouldbe
installed in accordance with the man-ufacturer's instructions.
(Continued) Never leave children unattended
in a vehicle not even for a shorttime. The car can heat up
veryquickly, resulting in seriousinjuries to children inside.
Evenvery young children may inadver-tently cause the vehicle to
move,entangle themselves in the win-dows, or lock themselves or
oth-ers inside the vehicle.
Never allow two children, or anytwo persons, to use the sameseat
belt.
Children often squirm and repo-sition themselves
improperly.Never let a child ride with theshoulder belt under their
arm orbehind their back. Always prop-erly position and secure
childrenin rear seat.
Never allow a child to stand-up orkneel on the seat or
floorboard ofa moving vehicle. During a colli-sion or sudden stop,
the childcan be violently thrown againstthe vehicles interior,
resulting inserious injury.
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(Continued) Never use an infant carrier or a
child safety seat that "hooks"over a seatback, it may not
pro-vide adequate security in an acci-dent.
Seat belts can become very hot,especially when the car is
parkedin direct sunlight. Always checkseat belt buckles before
fasten-ing them over a child.
After an accident, have an author-ized KIA dealer check the
childrestraint system, seat belt, tetheranchor and lower
anchor.
If there is not enough space toplace the child restraint
systembecause of the driver's seat,install the child restraint
systemin the rear right seat.
Always store or secure a childseat, even when it is not in
use.During a collision or suddenstop, the child seat could bethrown
inside the vehicle.
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Forward-facing child restraint system
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For safety reasons, we recommend thatthe child restraint system
be used in therear seats.
Installing a child restraint system bylap/shoulder beltTo
install a child restraint system on theoutboard or center rear
seats, do the fol-lowing:1. Place the child restraint system in
the
seat and route the lap/shoulder beltaround or through the
restraint, follow-ing the restraint manufacturersinstructions. Be
sure the seat belt web-bing is not twisted.
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WARNINGNever place a rear-facing childrestraint in the front
passengerseat, because of the danger that aninflating
passenger-side air bagcould impact the rear-facing childrestraint
and kill the child.
WARNING - Child seatinstallation
A child can be seriously injuredor killed in a collision if the
childrestraint is not properly anchoredto the car and the child is
notproperly restrained in the childrestraint. Before installing
thechild restraint system, read theinstructions supplied by the
childrestraint system manufacturer.
If the seat belt does not operateas described in this section,
havethe system checked immediatelyby your authorized KIA
dealer.
Failure to observe this manual'sinstructions regarding
childrestraint systems and theinstructions provided with thechild
restraint system couldincrease the chance and/orseverity of injury
in an accident.
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2. Fasten the lap/shoulder belt latch intothe buckle. Listen for
the distinct clicksound.
Position the release button so that it iseasy to access in case
of an emergency.
3. Buckle the seat belt and allow the seatbelt to take up any
slack. After installa-tion of the child restraint system, try
tomove it in all directions to be sure thechild restraint system is
securelyinstalled.
If you need to tighten the belt, pull morewebbing toward the
retractor. When youunbuckle the seat belt and allow it toretract,
the retractor will automaticallyrevert back to its normal seated
passen-ger emergency locking usage condition.
Installing a child restraint system bylap belt (on the center
rear seat) (if equipped) - Except EuropeTo install a child
restraint system on thecenter 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 manufacturersinstructions.
4. Buckle the seat belt and adjust the lapbelt for a snug hold
on the childrestraint by pulling on the loose end ofthe belt. After
installation of the childrestraint system, try to move it in
alldirections to be sure the child restraintsystem is securely
installed.
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WARNINGA child can be seriously injured orkilled in a collision
if the childrestraint is not properly anchoredto the car and the
child is not prop-erly restrained in the child restraint.Always
follow the child seat manu-facturers instructions for installa-tion
and use.
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Securing a child restraint seat withTether Anchor system (if
equipped) Child restraint hook holders are locatedon the floor
behind the rear seats.
1. Route the child restraint seat strapover the seatback.For
vehicles with adjustable headrest,route the tether strap under the
head-rest and between the headrest posts,otherwise route the tether
strap overthe top of the seatback.
2. Connect the tether strap hook to theappropriate child
restraint hook holderand tighten to secure the child
restraintseat.
WARNING - Tether strap A child can be seriously injured
or killed in a collision if the childrestraint is not properly
anchoredto the car and the child is notproperly restrained in the
childrestraint. Always follow the childseat manufacturers
instructionsfor installation and use.
Never mount more than one childrestraint to a single tether or
to asingle lower anchorage point.Theincreased load caused by
multi-ple seats may cause the tethersor anchorage points to
break,causing serious injury or death.
WARNING - Child restraintcheck
Check that the child restraint sys-tem is secure by pushing
andpulling it in different directions.Incorrectly fitted child
restraintsmay swing, twist, tip or separatecausing death or serious
injury.
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Securing a child restraint systemwith ISOFIX system and
TetherAnchorage system (if equipped)ISOFIX is a standardised method
of fit-ting child seats that eliminates the needto use t