washer fluid KIA Carens 2012 2.G Owner's Manual

Index
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Tailgate··················\
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Theft-alarm system ··················\
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Tire specification and pressure label ··················\
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Tires and wheels ··················\
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Towing ··················\
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Trailer towing··················\
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Vehicle break-in process ··················\
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Vehicle certification label ··················\
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Vehicle identification number (VIN) ··················\
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Vehicle load limit ··················\
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Vehicle weight ··················\
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Washer fluid ··················\
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Windows ··················\
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4-15
Windshield defrosting and defogging··················\
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Winter driving ··················\
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Wiper blades ··················\
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Wipers and washers ··················\
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Introduction
INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Door ajar warning light
Seat belt warning light
High beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
Front fog light indicator (if equipped)
ABS warning light (if equipped)
Parking brake & Brake fluid warning light
Engine oil pressure warning light
ESC indicator (if equipped)
ESC OFF indicator (if equipped)
Malfunction indicatorAir bag warning light
Cruise indicator (if equipped)
Cruise SET indicator (if equipped)
Immobilizer indicator (if equipped)
Low fuel level warning light Tailgate open warning light
* For more detailed explanations, refer to “Instrument cluster” in section 4.
Charging system warning light
Low windshield washer fluid level warning light
(if equipped)
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Your vehicle at a glance
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1. Engine coolant reservoir ...................7-17
2. Engine oil filler cap ...........................7-16
3. Brake fluid reservoir ..........................7-20
4. Air cleaner.........................................7-25
5. Fuse box ...........................................7-46
6. Negative battery terminal ...........6-4/7-28
7. Positive battery terminal .............6-4/7-28
8. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick......7-22
9. Radiator cap ...............................6-6/7-19
10. Engine oil dipstick ...........................7-16
11. Power steering fluid reservoir .........7-21
12. Windshield washer fluid reservoir ...7-24
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Your vehicle at a glance
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1. Engine coolant reservoir ...................7-17
2. Engine oil filler cap ...........................7-16
3. Brake fluid reservoir ..........................7-20
4. Air cleaner.........................................7-25
5. Fuse box ...........................................7-46
6. Negative battery terminal ...........6-4/7-28
7. Positive battery terminal .............6-4/7-28
8. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick......7-22
9. Radiator cap ...............................6-6/7-19
10. Engine oil dipstick ...........................7-16
11. Power steering fluid reservoir .........7-21
12. Windshield washer fluid reservoir ...7-24
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* The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

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Front fog light indicator
(if equipped)
This light comes on when the front fog
lights are ON.
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Shift pattern indicator
The indicator displays to show the auto-
matic transaxle shift lever selection.
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Charging system warning
This warning light indicates a malfunction
of either the generator or electrical charg-
ing system.
If the warning light comes on while the
vehicle is in motion:
1. Drive to the nearest safe location.
2. With the engine off, check the generator drive belt for looseness or breakage.
3. If the belt is adjusted properly, a prob- lem exists somewhere in the electrical
charging system. Have an authorized
Kia dealer correct the problem as soon
as possible.
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Tailgate open warning light
This warning light illuminates when the
tailgate is not closed securely with the
ignition switch in any position.
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Door ajar warning light
This warning light illuminates when a
door is not closed securely with the igni-
tion switch in any position.
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Immobilizer indicator (if equipped)
This light illuminates when the immobiliz-
er key is inserted and turned to the ON
position to start the engine.
At this time, you can start the engine. The
light goes out after the engine is running.
If this light blinks when the ignition switch
is in the ON position before starting the
engine, have the system checked by an
authorized Kia dealer.
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Low fuel level warning
This warning light indicates the fuel tank
is nearly empty. When it comes on, you
should add fuel as soon as possible.
Driving with the fuel level warning light on
or with the fuel level below “E” can cause
the engine to misfire and damage the
catalytic converter.
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Low washer fluid levelwarning indicator(if equipped)
This warning light indicates the washer
fluid reservoir is near empty. Refill the
washer fluid as soon as possible.

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Features of your vehicle
A : Wiper speed control· MIST – Single wipe
· OFF – Off
· INT – Intermittent wipe
· LO – Low wiper speed
· HI – High wiper speed
B : Intermittent control wipe time adjustment
C : Wash with brief wipes
D : Rear wiper/washer control · – Spraying washer fluid
· ON – Continuous wipe
· INT – Intermittent wipe (if equipped)
· OFF – Off
· – Wash with brief wipes
WIPERS AND WASHERS
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Windshield wiper/washer Rear window wiper/washer
(if equipped)

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Windshield wipers
Operates as follows when the ignition
switch is turned ON. MIST : For a single wiping cycle, push
the lever upward and release it
with the lever in the OFF position.
The wipers will operate continu-
ously if the lever is pushed
upward and held.
OFF : Wiper is not in operation
INT : Wiper operates intermittently at the same wiping intervals. Use this
mode in a light rain or mist. To vary
the speed setting, turn the speed
control knob (1).
LO : Normal wiper speed
HI : Fast wiper speed✽ ✽ NOTICE
If there is heavy accumulation of snow
or ice on the windshield, defrost the
windshield for about 10 minutes, or
until the snow and/or ice is removed
before using the windshield wipers to
ensure proper operation.
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Windshield washers
In the OFF position, pull the lever gently
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.
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Features of your vehicle
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.CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to thewasher pump, do not operate thewasher when the fluid reservoir isempty.
WARNING
Do not use the washer in freezing
temperatures without first warming
the windshield with the defrosters;
the washer solution could freeze on
contact with the windshield and
obscure your vision.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, do notoperate the wipers when thewindshield 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, donot attempt to move the wipersmanually.

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Rear window wiper and washer
switch (if equipped)
The rear window wiper and washer
switch is located at the end of the wiper
and washer switch lever. Turn the switch
to desired position to operate the rear
wiper and washer. - Spraying washer fluid and wiping
ON - Normal wiper operation
INT - Intermittent wiper operation (if equipped)
OFF - Wiper is not in operation - Wash with brief wipes
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Driving your vehicle
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Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
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Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid
should be checked on a regular basis,
with the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Further details are provided in sec-
tion 7, “Maintenance”.E020300AUN
Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all controls areeasily reached.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is turned to
the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are famil-
iar with your vehicle and its equipment.
BEFORE DRIVING
WARNING
All passengers must be properly
belted whenever the vehicle is mov-
ing. Refer to “Seat belts” in section
3 for more information on their
proper use.
WARNING
Always check the surrounding
areas near your vehicle for people,
especially children, before putting a
car into D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result
in a loss of vehicle control, that
may lead to an accident, severe
personal injury, and death. (Continued)
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The driver's primary responsibility
is in the safe and legal operation of
a vehicle, and use of any handheld
devices, other equipment, or vehi-
cle systems which take the driver's
eyes, attention and focus away
from the safe operation of a vehicle
or which are not permissible by law
should never be used during oper-
ation of the vehicle.