wiper blades KIA CEED 2013 Owners Manual

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Features of your vehicle
AUTO (Automatic) control (if equipped)
The rain sensor located on the upper end of the windshield glass senses the
amount of rainfall and controls the wiping
cycle for the proper interval. The more it
rains, the faster the wiper operates. When
the rain stops, the wiper stops. To vary the speed setting, turn the speedcontrol knob (1).
If the wiper switch is set in AUTO mode
when the ignition switch is ON, the wiper
will operate once to perform a self-check
of the system. Set the wiper to off posi-
tion when the wiper is not in use.
CAUTION
When the ignition switch is ON and
the windshield wiper switch isplaced in the AUTO mode, use cau-
tion in the following situations toavoid any injury to the hands orother parts of the body:
 Do not touch the upper end of the windshield glass facing the rain
sensor.
 Do not wipe the upper end of the windshield glass with a damp orwet cloth.
 Do not put pressure on the wind- shield glass.
OEL049900
Rain sensor
CAUTION
When washing the vehicle, set thewiper switch in the off position to
stop the auto wiper operation.
The wiper may operate and be dam-aged if the switch is set in the AUTOmode while washing the vehicle.
Do not remove the sensor coverlocated on the upper end of the pas- senger side windshield glass.Damage to system parts could occur and may not be covered by
your vehicle warranty.
When starting the vehicle in winter,set the wiper switch in the off posi-tion. Otherwise, wipers may operate
and ice may damage the windshieldwiper blades. Always remove all snow and ice and defrost the wind-shield properly prior to operating
the windshield wipers.
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Features of your vehicle
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Windshield washers (front)
In the O (Off) position, pull the lever gen-
tly toward you to spray washer fluid on
the windshield and to run the wipers 1-3
cycles. Use this function when the windshield is
dirty.
The spray and wiper operation will con-
tinue until you release the lever.
If the washer does not work, check the
washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not
sufficient, you will need to add appropri-
ate non-abrasive windshield washer fluid
to the washer reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the
passenger side.
OXM049048E
WARNING
Do not use the washer in freezing
temperatures without first warming
the windshield with the defrosters;
the washer solution could freeze on
the windshield and obscure yourvision.
CAUTION
 To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, do notoperate the wipers when the
windshield is dry.
 To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them.
 To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do
not attempt to move the wipersmanually.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir isempty.
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Driving your vehicle
✽✽NOTICE
The ESC system should be turned OFF
prior to rocking the vehicle.
Smooth cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in cor-
ners, especially when roads are wet.
Ideally, corners should always be taken
under gentle acceleration. If you follow
these suggestions, tire wear will be held
to a minimum. Driving at night
Because night driving presents more
hazards than driving in the daylight, here
are some important tips to remember:
 Slow down and keep more distance between you and other vehicles, as it
may be more difficult to see at night,
especially in areas where there may
not be any street lights.
 Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare from other driver's headlights.
 Keep your headlights clean and prop- erly aimed on vehicles not equippedwith the automatic headlight aiming
feature. Dirty or improperly aimed
headlights will make it much more diffi-cult to see at night.
 Avoid staring directly at the headlights of oncoming vehicles. You could be
temporarily blinded, and it will take
several seconds for your eyes to read-
just to the darkness. Driving in the rain
Rain and wet roads can make driving
dangerous, especially if you’re not pre-
pared for the slick pavement. Here are a
few things to consider when driving in the
rain:
 A heavy rainfall will make it harder to
see and will increase the distance
needed to stop your vehicle, so slow
down.
 Keep your windshield wiping equip- ment in good shape. Replace your
windshield wiper blades when they
show signs of streaking or missingareas on the windshield.
 If your tires are not in good condition, making a quick stop on wet pavement
can cause a skid and possibly lead to
an accident. Be sure your tires are in
good shape.
 Turn on your headlights to make it eas- ier for others to see you.
 Driving too fast through large puddles can affect your brakes. If you must go
through puddles, try to drive through
them slowly.
 If you believe you may have gotten your brakes wet, apply them lightly
while driving until normal braking oper-
ation returns.
WARNING - Spinning tires
Do not spin the wheels, especially at speeds more than 56 km/h (35
mph). Spinning the wheels at high
speeds when the vehicle is station-
ary could cause a tire to overheat
which could result in tire damage
that may injure bystanders.
WARNING
If your vehicle becomes stuck in
snow, mud, sand, etc., then you
may attempt to rock the vehicle free
by moving it forward and backward.
Do not attempt this procedure if
people or objects are anywhere
near the vehicle. During the rocking
operation the vehicle may suddenly
move forward or backward as it
becomes unstuck, causing injury
or damage to nearby people orobjects.
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Maintenance
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At least monthly:
 Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
 Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
 Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
 Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
 Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with clean cloth dampened with wash-er fluid.
 Check headlight alignment.
 Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
 Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
 Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts.
At least once a year :
 Clean body and door drain holes.
 Lubricate door hinges and checks, andhood hinges.
 Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
 Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
 Check the air conditioning system.
 Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
 Clean battery and terminals.
 Check the brake (and clutch) fluid level.
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Maintenance
WIPER BLADES
Blade inspection
✽✽ NOTICE
Commercial hot waxes applied by auto-
matic car washes have been known tomake the windshield difficult to clean.
Contamination of either the windshield or
the wiper blades with foreign matter can
reduce the effectiveness of the wind-
shield wipers. Common sources of con-
tamination are insects, tree sap, and hot
wax treatments used by some commer-
cial car washes. If the blades are not wip-
ing properly, clean both the window and
the blades with a good cleaner or mild
detergent, and rinse thoroughly with
clean water. Blade replacement When the wipers no longer clean ade-
quately, the blades may be worn or
cracked, and require replacement.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use gasoline,kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents on or near them.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiperarms or other components, do not
attempt to move the wipers manual- ly.
CAUTION
The use of a non-specified wiper
blade could result in wiper malfunc-tion and failure.
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Index
Warning and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-77
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-41
Weight/volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Welcome system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-125
Wheel alignment and tire balance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-57
Wheel replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-58
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
Manual windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
Power window lock button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26
Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
Windshield defrosting and defogging . . . . . . . . . . . 4-148 Auto defogging system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-149
Windshield washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-120
Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-118
Winter driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-67 Snow tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-67
Tire chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-68
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-47
Wipers and washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-118 Front indshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-118
Front windshield washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-120
Headlight washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-121
Rear window wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-121
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Features of your vehicle
AUTO (Automatic) control (if equipped)
The rain sensor located on the upper end of the windscreen glass senses the
amount of rainfall and controls the wiping
cycle for the proper interval. The more it
rains, the faster the wiper operates. When
the rain stops, the wiper stops. To vary the speed setting, turn the speedcontrol knob (1).
If the wiper switch is set in AUTO mode
when the ignition switch is ON, the wiper
will operate once to perform a self-check
of the system. Set the wiper to off posi-
tion when the wiper is not in use.
CAUTION
When the ignition switch is ON and
the windscreen wiper switch isplaced in the AUTO mode, use cau-
tion in the following situations toavoid any injury to the hands orother parts of the body:
 Do not touch the upper end of the windscreen glass facing the rain
sensor.
 Do not wipe the upper end of the windscreen glass with a damp orwet cloth.
 Do not put pressure on the wind- screen glass.
OEL049900
Rain sensor
CAUTION
When washing the vehicle, set thewiper switch in the off position to
stop the auto wiper operation.
The wiper may operate and be dam-aged if the switch is set in the AUTOmode whilst washing the vehicle.
Do not remove the sensor coverlocated on the upper end of the driver side windscreen glass.
Damage to system parts couldoccur and may not be covered byyour vehicle warranty.
When starting the vehicle in winter,set the wiper switch in the off posi- tion. Otherwise, wipers may operateand ice may damage the wind-
screen wiper blades. Alwaysremove all snow and ice and defrost the windscreen properly prior tooperating the windscreen wipers.
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Features of your vehicle
120
4
Windscreen washers (front)
In the O (Off) position, pull the lever gen-
tly toward you to spray washer fluid on
the windscreen and to run the wipers 1-3
cycles. Use this function when the windscreen is
dirty.
The spray and wiper operation will con-
tinue until you release the lever.
If the washer does not work, check the
washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not
sufficient, you will need to add appropri-
ate non-abrasive windscreen washer
fluid to the washer reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the
driver side.
OXM049048E
WARNING
Do not use the washer in freezing
temperatures without first warming
the windscreen with the defrosters;
the washer solution could freeze on
the windscreen and obscure yourvision.
CAUTION
 To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windscreen, do notoperate the wipers when the
windscreen is dry.
 To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use petrol,
kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them.
 To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do
not attempt to move the wipersmanually.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir isempty.
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565
Driving your vehicle
✽✽NOTICE
The ESC system should be turned OFF
prior to rocking the vehicle.
Smooth cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in cor-
ners, especially when roads are wet.
Ideally, corners should always be taken
under gentle acceleration. If you follow
these suggestions, tyre wear will be held
to a minimum. Driving at night
Because night driving presents more
hazards than driving in the daylight, here
are some important tips to remember:
 Slow down and keep more distance between you and other vehicles, as it
may be more difficult to see at night,
especially in areas where there may
not be any street lights.
 Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare from other driver's headlights.
 Keep your headlights clean and prop- erly aimed on vehicles not equippedwith the automatic headlight aiming
feature. Dirty or improperly aimed
headlights will make it much more diffi-cult to see at night.
 Avoid staring directly at the headlights of oncoming vehicles. You could be
temporarily blinded, and it will take
several seconds for your eyes to read-
just to the darkness. Driving in the rain
Rain and wet roads can make driving
dangerous, especially if you’re not pre-
pared for the slick pavement. Here are a
few things to consider when driving in the
rain:
 A heavy rainfall will make it harder to
see and will increase the distance
needed to stop your vehicle, so slow
down.
 Keep your windscreen wiping equip- ment in good shape. Replace your
windscreen wiper blades when they
show signs of streaking or missingareas on the windscreen.
 If your tyres are not in good condition, making a quick stop on wet pavement
can cause a skid and possibly lead to
an accident. Be sure your tyres are in
good shape.
 Turn on your headlights to make it eas- ier for others to see you.
 Driving too fast through large puddles can affect your brakes. If you must go
through puddles, try to drive through
them slowly.
 If you believe you may have gotten your brakes wet, apply them lightly
whilst driving until normal braking
operation returns.
WARNING - Spinning tyres
Do not spin the wheels, especially at speeds more than 56 km/h (35
mph). Spinning the wheels at high
speeds when the vehicle is station-
ary could cause a tyre to overheat
which could result in tyre damage
that may injure bystanders.
WARNING
If your vehicle becomes stuck in
snow, mud, sand, etc., then you
may attempt to rock the vehicle free
by moving it forward and backward.
Do not attempt this procedure if
people or objects are anywhere
near the vehicle. During the rocking
operation the vehicle may suddenly
move forward or backward as it
becomes unstuck, causing injury
or damage to nearby people orobjects.
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Maintenance
8
7
At least monthly:
 Check coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
 Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
 Check the inflation pressures of all tyres including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
 Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
 Check windscreen washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper blades
with clean cloth dampened with wash-er fluid.
 Check headlight alignment.
 Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
 Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
 Check for worn tyres and loose wheel lug nuts.
At least once a year :
 Clean body and door drain holes.
 Lubricate door hinges and checks, andbonnet hinges.
 Lubricate door and bonnet locks and latches.
 Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
 Check the air conditioning system.
 Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
 Clean battery and terminals.
 Check the brake (and clutch) fluid level.
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