service KIA Rio 2005 2.G Owner's Manual

ForewordThank you for choosing a Kia vehicle.
When you require service, remember that your
authorized Kia dealer knows your vehicle best. Your
dealer has factory-trained technicians, recommended
special tools, genuine Kia replacement parts, and is
dedicated to your complete satisfaction.
Because subsequent owners require this important
information as well, this publication should remain
with the vehicle if it is sold.
This manual will familiarize you with operational,
maintenance and safety information about your new
vehicle. It is supplemented by a Consumer Information
Guide and by a Warranty and Consumer Information
Manual that provides important information on all
warranties regarding your vehicle: New Vehicle
Limited Warranty, Powertrain Limited Warranty,
Limited Warranty Covering Perforation from
Corrosion, and Emission Control System Warranty. If
your vehicle is equipped with an audio system, you
will also have a Kia Integrated Audio Systems manual
explaining its operation. We urge you to read these
publications carefully and follow the recommendations
to help assure enjoyable and safe operation of your
new vehicle.
Kia offers a great variety of options, components and
features for its various models.Therefore, the equipment described in this manual,
along with the various illustrations, may not all be
applicable to your particular vehicle. The information
and specifications included in this manual were
accurate at the time of printing. Kia Motors reserves
the right to discontinue or change specifications or
design at any time without notice and without
incurring any obligation. If you have questions, always
check with your Kia Dealer.
We assure you of our continuing interest in your
motoring pleasure and satisfaction in your Kia vehicle.
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Printed in Koreai
CAUTION
Severe enging and transaxle damage may result
from the use of poor quality fuels and lubricants
that do not meet Kia specifications. You must
always use high quality fuels and lubricants that
meet the specifications listed on Page 7-48 in the
Maintenance section of the Owner’s Manual.
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Knowing Your Vehicle3-22
WARNING
 Pre-tensioners are designed to operate only
one time. After activation, pretensioner seat
belts must be replaced. All seat belts, of any
type, should always be replaced after they
have been worn during a collision.
 The Pre-tensioner seat belt assembly mecha-
nisms become hot during activation. Do not
touch the pretensioner seat belt assemblies
for several minutes after they have been
activated.
 Do not attempt to inspect or replace the pre-
tensioner seat belts yourself. This must be
done by an authorized Kia dealer.
 Do not strike the pre-tensioner seat belt
assemblise.
 Do not attempt to service or repair the pre-
tensioner seat belt system in any manner.
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 Improper handling of the pre-tensioner seat
belt assemblies, and failure to heed the
warnings not to strike, modify, inspect,
replace, service or repair the pretensioner
seat belt assemblies may lead to improper
operation or inadvertent activation and seri-
ous injury.
Always wear the seat belts when driving or
riding in a motor vehicle.
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3-53 Supplemental Restraint System Service
Your Supplemental Restraint System is virtually main-
tenance-free. There are no parts which you can service.
You must have the system serviced under the following
circumstances:
 If an air bag ever inflates, the air bag must be
replaced. Do not try to remove or discard the air bag
by yourself. This must be done by an authorized Kia
dealer.
 If the air bag warning indicator light alerts you of a
problem, have the air bag system checked as soon as
possible. Otherwise, your air bag might not inflate
when you need it.
WARNING -SRS Modifications
 Do not modify your steering wheel or any
other part of the Supplemental Restraint
System. Modification could make the system
ineffective.
 Do not work on the system’s components or
wiring. This could cause the air bags to
inflate inadvertently, possibly seriously
injuring someone. Working on the system
could also disable the system so that the air
bags did not deploy in a collision.
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Automatic Transaxle OperationAll normal forward driving is done with the shift lever
in the D (Drive) position.
To move the shift lever from the P (Park) position, the
ignition switch must be in the ON position, the brake
pedal must be depressed, and the lock release button
must be depressed.
For smooth operation, depress the brake pedal when
shifting from N (Neutral) to a forward or Reverse gear.Driving Your Vehicle4-10
CAUTION
• Do not accelerate the engine in R (Reverse) or
any of the forward positions with the brakes
on.
 When stopped on an upgrade, do not hold the
vehicle stationary with engine power. Use the
service brake or the parking brake.
 Do not shift from N (Neutral) or P (Park) into
1 (1st), 2 (2nd), D (Drive) or R (Reverse) when
the engine is above idle speed.
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Driving Your Vehicle4-12
R (Reverse)
Use this position to drive the vehicle backward.
N (Neutral)
In this position, the wheels and transaxle are not
locked. The vehicle will roll freely even on the slight-
est incline unless the parking brake or service brakes
are applied.
D (Drive)
This is the normal forward driving position. The
transaxle will automatically shift through a four-gear
sequence, providing the best fuel economy and power.
For extra power when passing another vehicle or
climbing steep grades, depress the accelerator fully, at
which time the transaxle will automatically downshift
into the next lower gear.
CAUTION
Always come to a complete stop before shifting
into or out of R (Reverse). You may damage the
transaxle if you shift into R while the vehicle is in
motion, except as explained in “Rocking the
Ve h i c l e .’’
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NOTICE
The transaxle may be damaged if you shift into
P (Park) while the vehicle is in motion.
WARNING
 Do not use the P (Park) position in place of
the parking brake when leaving the vehicle.
Always make sure the shift lever is latched
in the P (Park) position so that it cannot be
moved unless the lock release button is
pushed in AND the parking brake is fully
set.
 Turn the ignition switch OFF whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended. Never leave the
vehicle unattended while the engine is run-
ning. Unexpected and sudden vehicle move-
ment may occur if these precautions are not
taken.
 Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle.
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4-13
For improved engine performance, the transaxle will
not shift into 4th gear until the engine coolant reaches
normal operation temperature.
2 (2nd)
Move shift lever to this position for driving in heavy,
slow-moving traffic or when climbing hills. This posi-
tion also provides engine braking when going down
hills and helps reduce wheel spin on slippery surfaces.
1 (1st)
Move the shift lever to this position in hard pulling sit-
uations and for climbing or descending steep grades.
Moving Up a Steep Grade from a Standing
Start
To move up a steep grade from a standing start,
depress the brake pedal, shift the shift lever to
D (Drive), 2 (2nd), or 1 (1st). Select the appropriate
gear depending on load weight and steepness of the
grade, and release the parking brake. Depress the
accelerator gradually while releasing the service
brakes.Shift Lock System
For your safety, the Automatic Transaxle has a shift
lock system which prevents shifting the transaxle out
of P (Park) unless the brake pedal is depressed.
To shift the transaxle out of P (Park):
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine or turn the ignition key to the ON
position.
3. Depress the lock release button and move the shift
lever.
When the ignition switch is in the ACC or LOCK posi-
tion, the transaxle cannot be shifted from P (Park).
If the brake pedal is repeatedly depressed and released
with the shift lever in the P (Park) position, a chatter-
ing noise near the shift lever may be heard.
This is a normal condition.
Also, the ignition key cannot be removed unless the
shift lever is in the P (Park) position. If the ignition
switch is in any other position, the key cannot be
removed.
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4-17
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NOTICE
 If the ABS warning light is ON and stays ON,
you may have a problem with the ABS system.
In this case, however, your regular brakes will
work normally.
 The ABS warning light will stay ON for 2~3
seconds after the engine starts. During that
time, the ABS will go through self-diagnosis
and the light will go OFF if everything is nor-
mal. If the light stays ON you may have a
problem with your ABS system. Contact an
authorized Kia dealer for service as soon as
possible.✽
NOTICE
 If the battery is discharged and the engine is
jump started, the ABS warning light may come
ON. This condition occurs because of a dis-
charged battery and not because there is an
anti-lock brake system malfunction.
 Have the battery recharged before driving the
vehicle.
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Driving Your Vehicle4-18 In the Event of Brake FailureIf the service brakes should fail to operate while the
vehicle is in motion, you can make an emergency stop
with the parking brake. The stopping distance, howev-
er, will be much greater than normal.
WARNING - Parking Brake
Pulling on the parking brake while the vehicle
is moving at normal speeds can cause a sudden
loss of control of the vehicle. If you must use
the parking brake to stop the vehicle, use great
caution in applying the brake.
WARNING
 Do not drive with your foot resting on the
brake pedal. This will create abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive brake
lining and pad wear, and increased stopping
distances.
 When descending a long or steep hill, shift
to a lower gear and avoid continuous appli-
cation of the brakes. Continuous brake
application will cause the brakes to overheat
and could result in a temporary loss of
braking performance.
 Wet brakes may result in the vehicle not
slowing down at the usual rate and/or
pulling to one side when the brakes are
applied. Applying the brakes lightly will
indicate whether they have been affected in
this way. Always test your brakes in this
fashion after driving through deep water.
To dry the brakes, apply them lightly while
maintaining a safe forward speed until
brake performance returns to normal.
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4-19 Disc Brake Wear Indicators
Your vehicle has front disc brakes.
When your front brake pads are worn and it’s time for
new pads, you will hear a high-pitched warning sound
from your front brakes. You may hear this sound inter-
mittently or constantly.Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake
squeal when you first apply, or lightly apply, the
brakes. This is normal and does not indicate a problem
with your brakes.
Rear Drum BrakesYour rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators.
Have the rear brake linings inspected if you hear a rear
brake rubbing noise. Also, have your rear brakes
inspected each time you change or rotate your tires and
when you have the front brakes replaced.
WARNING - Brake Wear
This brake-wear warning sound means your
vehicle needs service. If you ignore this audible
warning, you will eventually lose braking per-
formance, which could lead to a serious acci-
dent.✽
NOTICE
To avoid costly brake repairs, do not continue to
drive with worn brake pads.
CAUTION
Always replace brake linings or front pads as
complete front or rear axle sets.
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Driving Your Vehicle4-20
CAUTION
When stopped, do not use the gearshift lever in
place of the parking brake. Always set the park-
ing brake fully AND make sure the gearshift lever
is securely positioned in
P (Park) with an automatic transaxle or in
1st (First) or R (Reverse) gear with a manual
transaxle.
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, pull the parking brake
handle fully and firmly upward while applying the
service brake.
 To release the parking brake, pull the handle up
slightly and push the button. Then, lower the handle
to the released position while holding the button in.
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CAUTION
Driving with the parking brake on will cause
excessive wear of the brake linings and pads.
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