battery KIA AMANTI 2009 Owner's Guide

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Maintenance services / 7-2
Normal maintenance schedule / 7-3
Severe maintenance schedule / 7-6
Owner maintenance / 7-9
Engine compartment / 7-12
Engine oil and oil filter / 7-13
Engine cooling system / 7-14
Brakes / 7-16
Power steering / 7-17
Automatic transaxle / 7-18
Lubricants and fluids / 7-20
Air cleaner / 7-21
Climate control air filter / 7-22
Wiper blades / 7-24
Battery / 7-26
Tires and wheels / 7-29
Bulb replacement / 7-41
Lubricant specifications / 7-46
Exterior care / 7-48
Interior care / 7-51
California perchlorate notice / 7-52
Maintenance

Maintenance47SCHEDULE 1 - NORMAL MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED)
MAINTENANCEINTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
Number of Months or Miles (kilometers), whichever comes first
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84
Miles x 1,000 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105
(km x 1,000)
(12) (24) (36) (48) (60) (72) (84) (96) (108) (120) (132) (144) (156) (168)
Fuel filter R R
Fuel tank, cap, lines and hoses I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Vaccum and crankcase ventilation hoses I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Fuel tank air filter I R I R I R I
Battery condition I I I I I I I
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I
Brake pedal Inspect frequently depending on the condition
Parking brake I I I I I I I
Disc brakes I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Brake fluid I I I I I I I
I: Inspect and, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R: Replace or change.

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Maintenance
SCHEDULE 2 - SEVERE MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED)
MAINTENANCEINTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
Number of Months or Miles (kilometers), whichever comes first
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42
Miles x 1,000 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42
(km x 1,000)
(5) (10) (15) (20) (25) (30) (35) (40) (45) (50) (55) (60) (65) (70)
Fuel filter Replace every 37,500 miles
Fuel tank, cap, lines and hoses I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Vaccum and crankcase ventilation hoses I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Fuel tank air filter I R I R
Battery condition I I I I I I I
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Brake pedal Inspect frequently depending on the condition
Parking brake I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Disc brakes I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Brake fluid I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
I: Inspect and, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R: Replace or change.

Maintenance10
7At least monthly: Check coolant level in the coolant
recovery 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 da-mage.
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 before the warm weather season.
Check the power steering fluid level.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.

Maintenance12
7ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Power steering fluid reservoir
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Auto transaxle oil dipstick
5. Air cleaner
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Engine oil dipstick
8. Radiator cap
9. Positive battery terminal
10. Engine coolant reservoir
11. Negative battery terminal

Maintenance26
7
(Continued)
When lifting a plastic-cased bat-
tery, excessive pressure on the
case may cause battery acid to
leak, resulting in personal injury.
Lift with a battery carrier or with
your hands on opposite corners.
Never attempt to charge the bat- tery when the battery cables are
connected.
The electrical ignition system works with high voltage. Never
touch these components with the
engine running or the ignition
switched on.
BATTERY
WARNING
- Battery dangers
Always read the following
instructions carefully when
handling a battery.
Keep lighted cigarettes and all other flames or sparks
away from the battery.
Hydrogen, which is a highly combustible gas, is always
present in battery cells and
may explode if ignited.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children because
batteries contain highly
corrosive SULFURIC ACID.
Do not allow battery acid to
contact your skin, eyes,
clothing or paint finish.
(Continued)
(Continued)If any electrolyte gets intoyour eyes, flush your eyes
with clean water for at least
15 minutes and get immedi-
ate medical attention. If
possible, continue to apply
water with a sponge or
cloth until medical attention
is received.
If electrolyte gets on your
skin, thoroughly wash the
contacted area. If you feel a
pain or a burning sensation,
get medical attention imme-
diately.
Wear eye protection whencharging or working near a
battery. Always provide
ventilation when working in
an enclosed space.
(Continued)
PROPOSITION 65 WARN-
ING
Battery posts, terminals, and relat-
ed accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm.
Batteries also contain other chemi-
cals known to the State of California
to cause cancer. Wash hands after
handling.

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Maintenance
For best battery service : Keep the battery securely mounted.
Keep the battery top clean and dry.
Keep the terminals and connectionsclean, tight, and coated with petroleum
jelly or terminal grease.
Rinse any spilled electrolyte from the battery immediately with a solution of
water and baking soda.
If the vehicle is not going to be used for an extended time, disconnect the bat-
tery cables.
Battery recharging Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,
calcium-based battery.
If the battery becomes discharged in ashort time (because, for example, the
headlights or interior lights were left on
while the vehicle was not in use),
recharge it by slow charging (trickle)
for 10 hours.
If the battery gradually discharges because of high electric load while the
vehicle is being used, recharge it at 20-
30A for two hours.
Items to be reset after the battery hasbeen discharged or the battery has been disconnected. Driver seat position memory system (See Chapter 3)
Power window (See Chapter 3)
Clock (See Chapter 3)
Climate control system (See Chapter 4)
Audio (See Chapter 3)
Sunroof (See Chapter 3)
CBGQ0705

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7✽
✽
NOTICE• Before performing maintenance or
recharging the battery, turn off all
accessories and stop the engine.
• The negative battery cable must be removed first and installed last when
the battery is disconnected.
WARNING
- Recharging
battery
When recharging the battery,
observe the following precautions:
The battery must be removed
from the vehicle and placed in an
area with good ventilation.
Do not allow cigarettes, sparks, or flame near the battery.
Watch the battery during charg- ing, and stop or reduce the charg-
ing rate if the battery cells begin
gassing (boiling) violently or if
the temperature of the electrolyte
of any cell exceeds 120°F (49°C).
Wear eye protection when check- ing the battery during charging.
(Continued)
(Continued)
Disconnect the battery charger inthe following order.
1. Turn off the battery charger main switch.
2. Unhook the negative clamp from the negative battery terminal.
3. Unhook the positive clamp from the positive battery terminal.

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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Air Bags - Advanced Supplemental Restraint System ··3-52
Air Bag Curtain ··················\
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Driver's ··················\
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Front Passenger's ··················\
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Side ··················\
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Warning Light ··················\
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35
Air Cleaner··················\
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Air Conditioning Button ··················\
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System Operation Tips ··················\
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Air Intake Control Button··················\
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Alignment, Tire Balance and Wheel ··················\
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Aluminum Wheel Maintenance ··················\
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·7-50
Antenna ················\
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Anti-Lock Brake System ··················\
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Anti-Theft Steering Column Lock, Ignition Switch and ··················\
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·4-2
Ashtray ··················\
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Audio Remote Control ··················\
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Systems ··················\
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Automatic Climate Control System ··················\
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Transaxle ··················\
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Transaxle Fluid Level, Checking the ··················\
········7-18 Balance, Wheel Alignment and Tire··················\
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Battery··················\
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Recharging ··················\
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Service, For Best ··················\
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···7-27
Before Driving ··················\
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Belts, Safety ··················\
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···3-30
Pre-tensioner, seat··················\
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··3-30
Blade Replacement, Windshield Wiper ··················\
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Blades, Wiper··················\
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Body Lubrication ··················\
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Brake Fluid Level, Checking ··················\
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Parking··················\
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·4-13
System ··················\
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·4-10
System, Anti-Lock ··················\
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·4-15
Wear Indicators, Disc ··················\
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Brakes ··················\
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Trailer ··················\
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Break-In Process, Vehicle ··················\
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Bulb Replacement··················\
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Bulbs, Light ··················\
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B