KIA AMANTI 2009 Owners Manual

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Maintenance
INTERIOR CARE Interior general precautions Prevent caustic solutions such as per-
fume and cosmetic oil from contacting
the dashboard because they may cause
damage or discoloration. If they do con-
tact the dashboard, wipe them off imme-
diately. See the instructions that follow for
the proper way to clean vinyl.Cleaning the upholstery and inte-
rior trim Vinyl Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl surfaces with a vinyl cleaner.
Fabric Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean with a mild soap solution recom-
mended for upholstery or carpets.
Remove fresh spots immediately with a
fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do not
receive immediate attention, the fabric
can be stained and its color can be
affected. Also, its fire-resistant properties
can be reduced if the material is not
properly maintained.
Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt
webbing Clean the belt webbing with any mild
soap solution recommended for cleaning
upholstery or carpet. Follow the instruc-
tions provided with the soap. Do not
bleach or re-dye the webbing because
this may weaken it.Cleaning the interior window
glass If the interior glass surfaces of the vehi-
cle become fogged (that is, covered with
an oily, greasy or waxy film), they should
be cleaned with glass cleaner. Follow the
directions on the glass cleaner container.✽ ✽NOTICEDo not scrape or scratch the inside of
the rear window. This may result in
damage to the rear window defroster
grid.
CAUTION
Using anything but recommended
cleaners and procedures may affectthe fabric’s appearance and fire-resistant properties.

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7CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE NOTICE Perchlorate Material-special handling
may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/haz-
ardouswaste/perchlorate.
Notice to California Vehicle Dismantlers:
Perchlorate containing materials, such as
airbag inflators, seatbelt pretensioners
and keyless remote entry batteries, must
be disposed of according to Title 22
California Code of Regulations Section
67384.10 (a).

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Specifications / 8-2
Specifications

Specifications28DimensionsLight Bulbs
1)HID(High Intensity Discharge) type2)Sunroof type
Itemin (mm)
Overall length 196.9 (5,000)
Overall width 72.8 (1,850)
Overall height 58.5 (1,485)
Front tread 62.4 (1,585)
Rear tread 62.6 (1,590)
Wheelbase 110.2 (2,800)
SPECIFICATIONSThe specifications given here are for general information only. Although this information was accurate at the time of printing, Kia
reserves the right to change its vehicles or their specifications without notice. Please check with an authorized Kia dealer for more
precise and more up-to-date information.
Light Bulb Wattage
Headlight (High) 55
Headlight (Low) 55 or 35
1)
Front turn signal lights (LED type) 14.5
Position lights 5
Side mark lights 5
Front fog lights (if equipped) 55
Stop and tail lights 27/8
Rear turn signal lights 28
Back-up lights 18
High mounted stop light (LED type) 2.5
License plate lights 5
Front map lamp 8 or 10
2)
Center dome lamp 10
Door courtesy lamps 5
Vanity mirror lamps 1.5
Trunk room lamp 5
Foot lamp 5
Glove box lamp 5

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Specifications
LubricantVolume ClassificationEngine oil
*1
5.49 US qt. (5.2 l) API Service SL or above,
(with filter change) ILSAC GF-3 or above
Transaxle fluid 11.5 US qt. (10.9 l)
Power steering 1.1 US qt. (1.0 l) PSF-IV
Coolant 9.2 US qt. (8.7 l)Ethylene glycol base for aluminum radiator
Brake fluid 0.7~0.8 US qt. (0.7~0.8 l)FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel 18.5 US gal (70 l)Unleaded gasoline with AKI 87 or higher
*¹Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the page 7-47.
DIAMOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP-III or other
brands meeting the SP-III specification approved by Kia Motors Corp.
Tires
Item Recommended Cold Tire
Wheel lug nut torque
Tire Wheel Inflation Pressure
psi (kPa) lb·ft (kg·m, N·m)
Full size tire
P235/55 R 17 6.5J×1730 (210) 65~79 (9~11, 88~107)
P225/60 R 16 6.5J×1630 (210) 65~79 (9~11, 88~107)
Compact spare tire
T125/80D16 60 (420)65~79 (9~11, 88~107)
Capacities

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Toll free assistance / 9-2
Emergency roadside assistance / 9-2
Trip interruption / 9-3
Registering your vehicle in a foreign country / 9-3
Electrical equipment / 9-4
Reporting safety defects / 9-5
Purchasing factory authorized manuals / 9-6
Consumer assistance, Reporting safety defects

Consumer assistance, Reporting safety defects29CONSUMER ASSISTANCE (U.S. ONLY)Roadside Assistance is provided on all new current model year
Kia Vehicles from the date the vehicle is delivered to the first
retail buyer or otherwise put into use (in-service date), whichev-
er is earlier, for a period of 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichev-
er is earlier, subject to the terms, conditions and exclusions set
forth in the Kia Warranty and Consumer Information Guide
applicable to your model year vehicle.
KMA reserves the right to limit or deny services or other bene-
fits to any owner or driver when, in KMA's judgment, the claims
and/or service requests are excessive in frequency or type of
occurrence.Toll Free Consumer AssistanceKia's toll-free Consumer Assistance hot line is staffed from 5:00
AM to 6:00 PM PST, Monday through Friday and is accessible
by dialing 1-800-333-4Kia (4542).
For more information regarding assistance available, please
refer to your Kia Warranty & Consumer Information Manual.Emergency Roadside AssistanceKia's toll free Roadside Assistance hot line is staffed 24 hours
a day, 365 days a year and is accessible by dialing 1-800-333-
4Kia (4542).
Please note that you must provide your Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) to verify coverage at the time of your call. The
VIN can be found on the dash of your vehicle on the driver’s
side, on the door jamb of the driver’s door, your vehicle’s regis-
tration or proof of insurance card.Kia utilizes a network of over 17,000 roadside assistance
providers. Should you accidentally run out of fuel, require a bat-
tery jump, or need help changing a tire, a Kia Roadside
Assistance Representative will dispatch someone to deliver a
small quantity of gas, change a flat tire with your inflated spare,
or arrange a battery jump to allow you to proceed to your des-
tination. We have access to a network of over 10,000 locksmiths
to help you should you become locked out of your Kia, also at
no charge.
In the event that mechanical difficulty renders your vehicle
undriveable due to a warranty-related concern, Kia’s Roadside
Assistance Representative will arrange to transport your vehicle
to the nearest Kia dealer or to an alternative service location.
Your vehicle must be accessible to our dispatch transport vehi-
cle, as determined by our driver, to receive this service. In the
event that Kia does not have a dealer or an alternative service
location available in a particular location, Kia will work with a
reputable local service facility to ensure that you receive prompt
service. Warranty repairs are performed.
✽ ✽
NOTICERoadside Assistance benefits are not available for any Kia
vehicle that has ever been or should be issued a “salvage” title
or similar “branded” title under any state’s law or has been
declared a “total loss” or equivalent by a financial institution
or insurance company.

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Consumer assistance, Reporting safety defects
Trip InterruptionTrip interruption expense benefits are provided in the event that
a warranty-related disablement occurs more than 150 miles
from your home, and the repairs require more than 24 hours to
complete. Reasonable reimbursement is included for meals,
lodging, or rental car expenses. Trip interruption coverage is lim-
ited to $100 per day subject to a three day maximum limit per
incident. You must contact the Kia Roadside Assistance Center
to obtain pre-authorization of expenses. Once the Kia Roadside
Assistance Center gives authorization for trip interruption bene-
fits, they will assist you in making the necessary arrangements.
Insurance deductibles, expenses, and claims paid by your
insurance company or other providers are not eligible for reim-
bursement.
Fleet vehicles are excluded from reimbursement under Kia’s
Trip Interruption Policy.
Registering Your Vehicle in a Foreign CountryIf you plan to register your vehicle in a foreign country, you
should confirm that it conforms to the regulations in that coun-
try. Even if you successfully register the vehicle in a foreign
country, you may experience the following problems and should
therefore consider the possibility of having to deal with them:
1. The fuel specified for your vehicle may be unavailable. If otherthan the specified fuel is used, it could cause damage to the
engine, the fuel injection system, and other fuel-related parts
which may not be covered under your New Vehicle Emissions
Limited Warranty.
2. We must, therefore, clearly state that when you leave the country in which you purchased your Kia as a new and reg-
ister it in another country, problems arising from the use of
fuel other than the specified fuel are not subject to manufac-
turer’s warranty. Because vehicles like yours may not be mar-
keted in the new country of registration, parts, servicing tech-
niques and tools necessary to maintain and repair your vehi-
cle may be unavailable.
Even if vehicles like yours are sold there, mechanical speci-
fications required by the government may vary enough from
the country of purchase to cause additional problems.
3. There may not be an Authorized Kia Dealer in the area in which you plan to register your vehicle. You may additionally
experience difficulty in obtaining services in a foreign country
for any number of reasons.
Further, we cannot assume any responsibility for problems that
result from unsatisfactory service or lack of service outside of
the United States.

Consumer assistance, Reporting safety defects49ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT (U.S. ONLY)The electrical system of your vehicle is designed to perform
under all reasonably expected operating conditions. However,
before any additional electrical equipment is installed in your
vehicle, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer, in order to ensure
that you do not void your warranty.
Certain electrical equipment, or the way in which it is installed,
may adversely affect the operation of your vehicle, including
such systems as the engine control system, the audio system
and the electrical charging system and thus potentially void all
or part of your warranty.
We assume no responsibility for any expense you may incur or
for any malfunction of your vehicle or any of its components or
systems that may result from the installation of additional elec-
trical equipment that is not supplied, or recommended for instal-
lation by, Kia.
Installation of a Mobile Two-Way Radio SystemIf a mobile two-way radio system is installed improperly, or if an
excessively powerful type of system is used, other electronic
systems may be adversely affected. To avoid damage to your
vehicle, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer concerning the prop-
er equipment and installation.

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Consumer assistance, Reporting safety defects
Kia motor vehicles are designed and manufactured to meet or
exceed all applicable safety standards.
For your safety, however, we strongly urge you to read and fol-
low all directions in this Owner's Manual, particularly the infor-
mation under the headings "NOTICE", "CAUTION" and
"WARNING".
If, after reading this manual, you have any questions regarding
the operation of your vehicle, safety issues and defects please
contact Kia's toll-free Consumer Assistance hot line as below:
National Consumer Affairs Manager
Kia Motors America, Inc.
P.O. Box 52410
Irvine, CA 92619-2410
1-800-333-4Kia (4542)
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could
cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Kia
Motors America, Inc.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a
group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy cam-
paign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in indi-
vidual problems between you, your dealer, or Kia Motors
America, Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety
Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-
9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW.,
Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other infor-
mation about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safer-
car.gov.REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)