air conditioning KIA CARENS RHD 2017 Owner's Manual

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Features of your vehicle
To defrost outside windscreen
1. Set the fan speed to the highestposition.
2. Set the temperature to the hottest (HIGH) position.
3. Press the button.
4. The air conditioning will turn on according to the detected ambient
temperature and outside (fresh)air position will be selected auto-
matically.
Auto defogging system
(Only for automatic climate con- trol system, if equipped)
Auto defogging reduces the possibili-
ty of fogging up the inside of the wind-
screen by automatically sensing themoisture of inside the windscreen. The auto defogging system operateswhen the climate control system is on.
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NOTICE
The auto defogging system may not
operate normally, when the outside
temperture is below -15 °C.
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Features of your vehicle
Cool box (if equipped)
You can keep beverage cans or other
items cool in the glove box.
1. Turn on the air conditioning. Thetemperature of the cool box will
change according to the tempera-ture of air conditioning.
2. Turn the knob to the open position.
3. When the cool box is not used, turn the knob to the close position.✽✽ NOTICE
If some items in the cool box block
the vent, the cooling effectiveness of
the cool box is reduced.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury in an
accident or sudden stop, always
keep the glove box door closedwhilst driving.
CAUTION
Do not keep food in the glove box for a long time.
WARNING
Do not put perishable food in
the cool box because it may not
maintain the necessary consis-tent temperature to keep the
food fresh.

Driving your vehicle
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NOTICE
If you unfasten the seatbelt or open
the driver's door (or engine bonnet)
in auto stop mode, the following will
happen:
 The ISG system will deactivate (the light on the ISG OFF button
will illuminate).
 A message "Auto Start deactivat- ed Start manually" will appear on
the LCD display.
Auto start
To restart the engine from idle
stop mode
With manual transaxle
Press the clutch pedal when the shift lever is in the N (Neutral) posi- tion.
The engine will start and the green AUTO STOP ( ) indicator on the
instrument cluster will go out.
With dual clutch transmission /
Automatic transaxle
Release the brake pedal.
The engine will also restart auto- matically without the driver’s any actions if the following occurs:
- The fan speed of manual climate control system is set above the 3rd position when the air conditioning ison.
- The fan speed of automatic climate control system is set above the 6thposition when the air conditioning ison.
- When a certain amount of time has passed with the climate control sys-tem on.
- When the defroster is on.
- The brake vaccum pressure is low.
- The battery charging status is low.
- The vehicle speed exceeds 5 km/h (3 mph). (with manual transaxle)
- The vehicle speed exceeds 2 km/h (1.2 mph). (with dual clutch trans- mission)
- Move the shift gear to the R (Reverse) position or the sports
mode whilst depressing the brake
pedal. (with dual clutch transmission)
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Driving your vehicle
Remember, your vehicle does notrequire extended warm-up. After
the engine has started, allow the
engine to run for 10 to 20 seconds
prior to placing the vehicle in gear.
In very cold weather, however, give
your engine a slightly longer warm-
up period.
Do not "lug" or "over-rev" the engine. Lugging is driving too slow-ly in too high a gear resulting
engine bucking. If this happens,
shift to a lower gear. Over-revving
is racing the engine beyond its safe
limit. This can be avoided by shift-
ing at the recommended speeds.
Use your air conditioning sparingly. The air conditioning system is
operated by engine power so your
fuel economy is reduced when youuse it.
Open windows at high speeds can reduce fuel economy.
Fuel economy is less in crosswinds and headwinds. To help offset
some of this loss, slow down when
driving in these conditions. Keeping a vehicle in good operating
condition is important both for econ-
omy and safety. We recommend in
general that the vehicle be serviced
by an authorised Kia dealer.
WARNING
- Engine off
during motion
Never turn the engine off to
coast down hills or anytime the
vehicle is in motion. The power
steering and power brakes will
not function properly without
the engine running. Instead,
keep the engine on and down-
shift to an appropriate gear for
engine braking effect. In addi-
tion, turning off the ignition
whilst driving could engage the
steering wheel lock (ifequipped) resulting in loss of
vehicle steering which could
cause serious injury or death.

What to do in an emergency
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IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS
If your temperature gauge indicates
overheating, you will experience a
loss of power, or hear loud pinging or
knocking, the engine is probably too
hot. If this happens, you should:
1.Pull off the road and stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
2.Place the shift lever in P (automat- ic transaxle / dual clutch transmis-
sion) or neutral (manual transaxle)
and set the parking brake. If the air
conditioning is on, turn it off.
3.If engine coolant is running out under the vehicle or steam is com-ing out from the bonnet, stop the
engine. Do not open the bonnet until
the coolant has stopped running or
the steaming has stopped. If there is
no visible loss of engine coolant and
no steam, leave the engine running
and check to be sure the engine
cooling fan is operating. If the fan is
not running, turn the engine off.
4.Check to see if the water pump drive belt is missing. If it is not miss-
ing, check to see that it is tight. If the drive belt seems to be satis-
factory, check for coolant leaking
from the radiator, hoses or under
the vehicle. (If the air conditioning
had been in use, it is normal for
cold water to be draining from it
when you stop).
5.If the water pump drive belt is bro- ken or engine coolant is leakingout, stop the engine immediately
and we recommend that you call
an authorised Kia dealer. 6.If you cannot find the cause of the
overheating, wait until the engine
temperature has returned to nor-
mal. Then, if coolant has been lost,carefully add coolant to the reser-
voir to bring the fluid level in the
reservoir up to the halfway mark.
7.Proceed with caution, keeping alert for further signs of overheat-
ing. If overheating happens again,
we recommend that you call an
authorised Kia dealer.
CAUTION
Serious loss of coolant indi-
cates there is a leak in the cool-ing system and we recommend that the system be checked byan authorised Kia dealer.
When the engine overheats from low engine coolant, sud-denly adding engine coolant may cause cracks in theengine. To prevent damage,add engine coolant slowly in small quantities.
WARNING
Whilst the engine is running,
keep hair, hands and clothing
away from moving parts suchas the fan and drive belts to pre-
vent injury.
WARNING
Do not remove the radiator cap
when the engine is hot. This can
allow coolant to blow out of theopening and cause serious
burns.

Maintenance
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Check automatic transaxle / dual
clutch transmission P (Park) func- tion.
Check parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flash-
ers.
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 con- ditioning hoses for leaks or dam-
age.
Check windscreen washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened
with washer 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,and bonnet hinges.
Lubricate door and bonnet locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weather- strips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle / dual clutch transmission
linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake (and clutch) fluid level.

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Maintenance
Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and
any leakage. Replace any deteriorat-
ed or damaged parts immediately. Brake fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brake
fluid reservoir. The level should be
between “MIN” and “MAX” marks on
the side of the reservoir. Use only
hydraulic brake fluid conforming to
DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification.
Brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear,
discs for run out and wear, and
calipers for fluid leakage.
For more information on checking
the pads or lining wear limit, refer to
the Kia web site. (https://www
.kia-hotline.com)
Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections
for looseness or damage. Retighten
to the specified torque.
Parking brake
Inspect the parking brake system
including the EPB actuator, wiring
and connectors.
Steering gear box, linkage &
boots/lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine
off, check for excessive free-play in
the steering wheel.
Check the linkage for bends or dam-
age. Check the dust boots and ball
joints for deterioration, cracks, or
damage. Replace any damaged
parts.Drive shafts and boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration, or
damage. Replace any damaged
parts and, if necessary, repack the
grease.
Air conditioning refrigerant/ compressor (if equipped)
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and dam-
age.

Index
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Active ECO system........................................................6-43
Active ECO operation ................................................6-43
Limitation of Active ECO operation ..........................6-43
When Active ECO is activated ..................................6-43
Air bag-supplemental restraint system ..........................3-53 Additional safety precautions ....................................3-77
Air bag warning and light ..........................................3-57
Air bag warning label ................................................3-78
Curtain air bag ............................................................3-69
Driver’s and passenger’s front air bag ........................3-62
Front passenger's air bag warning ..............................3-56
Inflation and non-inflation conditions of the air bag ......................................................................3-71
Side air bag ................................................................3-67
SRS Care ....................................................................3-76
SRS components and functions ..................................3-59
Air cleaner air cleaner ..................................................8-40 Filter replacement ......................................................8-40
Air conditioner compressor label ..................................9-13
Appearance care ..........................................................8-101 Exterior care ..............................................................8-101
Interior care ..............................................................8-107
Audio (With Touch Screen) ..........................................5-64 APPENDIX ..............................................................5-151
Bluetooth ®
Wireless Technology
( Bluetooth ®
Wireless Technology equipped model) .. 5-105Bluetooth
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Wireless Technology
(for RDS, Bluetooth® Wireless Technology equipped model) ......................................................5-106
Feature of Your Audio ................................................5-65
Media Mode ................................................................5-78
Radio Mode ................................................................5-76
Radio Mode (for RDS model) ....................................5-72
Rear View Camera ....................................................5-150
Setup ........................................................................5-143
Setup (for RDS model) ............................................5-134
Voice Recognition ....................................................5-126
Audio (Without Touch Screen) ......................................5-13
Bluetooth ®
Wireless Technology audio ......................5-50
Feature of Your Audio ................................................5-15
Media Mode ................................................................5-43
Phone ..........................................................................5-51
Radio ..........................................................................5-41
Radio (for RDS model) ..............................................5-39
Setup ..........................................................................5-30
Setup (for RDS model) ..............................................5-21
Voice Command ..........................................................5-57
Audio System ..................................................................5-2 Antenna ........................................................................5-2
Audio remote control ....................................................5-3
Caring for disc ..............................................................5-6
How vehicle audio works ............................................5-4
Automatic climate control system ..............................4-150 Automatic heating and air conditioning ..................4-151
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Index
Checking the amount of air conditioner refrigerant and
compressor lubricant ..............................................4-162
Climate control air filter ..........................................4-161
Manual heating and air conditioning ........................4-153
System operation ......................................................4-159
Automatic transaxle ......................................................6-26 Automatic transaxle operation ....................................6-26
Good driving practices ................................................6-32
Battery............................................................................8-48 Battery capacity label..................................................8-50
Battery recharging ....................................................8-50
For best battery service ..............................................8-48
Reset items ..................................................................8-51
Before driving ..................................................................6-4 Before entering vehicle ................................................6-4Before starting ..............................................................6-4
Necessary inspections ..................................................6-4
Blind spot detection system (BSD) ..............................6-82 BSD (Blind Spot Detection) / LCA (Lane Change Assist) ......................................6-83
Driver's Attention ........................................................6-88
RCTA (Rear cross traffic alert) ..................................6-86
Bonnet ............................................................................4-38 Closing the bonnet ......................................................4-39
Opening the bonnet ....................................................4-38 Brake system..................................................................6-44
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..................................6-53
Electronic parking brake (EPB) ..................................6-48
Electronic stability control (ESC) ..............................6-56
Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) ....................................6-62
Good braking practices ..............................................6-62
Hill-start assist control (HAC) ....................................6-61
Parking brake - Hand type ..........................................6-46
Power brakes ............................................................6-44
Vehicle stability management (VSM) ........................6-60
Brake/clutch fluid ..........................................................8-38 Checking the brake/clutch fluid level ........................8-38
Bulb wattage ....................................................................9-5
Child restraint system ....................................................3-39 Child restraint system ................................................3-41
Installing a child restraint system with a lap/shoulder belt........................................................3-42
ISOFIX and Top Tether Anchorage system ................3-48
Top Tether Anchor system ..........................................3-46
Clean air ......................................................................4-167
Climate control air filter ................................................8-42 Filter inspection ..........................................................8-42
Filter replacement ......................................................8-42
Cruise Control system ..................................................6-64 Cruise control switch ..................................................6-65
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Interior light bulb replacement ................................8-100
License plate light bulb replacement ........................8-99
Rear combination light bulb replacement ................8-95
Side repeater light bulb replacement ..........................8-95
Lighting........................................................................4-117 Battery saver function ..............................................4-117
Daytime running light ..............................................4-118
Front fog light ..........................................................4-123
Headlamp delay function ..........................................4-117
Headlight (Headlamp) welcome function ................4-118
Headlight levelling device ........................................4-125
High - beam operation ............................................4-121
Lighting control ........................................................4-119
Rear fog light ............................................................4-124
Static bending light ..................................................4-118
Turn signals and lane change signals........................4-122
Luggage volume ..............................................................9-4
Maintenance services ......................................................8-6 Engine compartment precautions..................................8-7
Owner maintenance precautions ................................8-6
Owner’s responsibility ................................................8-6
Manual climate control system....................................4-140 Checking the amount of air conditioner refrigerant and compressor lubricant ..............................................4-149
Climate control air filter ..........................................4-148 Heating and air conditioning ....................................4-141
System operation ......................................................4-146
Manual Transaxle ..........................................................6-21 Good driving practices ................................................6-25
Manual transaxle operation ........................................6-21
Mirrors ..........................................................................4-52 Inside rearview mirror ................................................4-52
Outside rearview mirror ..............................................4-53
Owner maintenance ........................................................8-9 Owner maintenance schedule ......................................8-9
Panorama sunroof ..........................................................4-44 Closing the sunroof ....................................................4-46
Resetting the sunroof ..................................................4-47
Sliding the sunroof ....................................................4-45
Sunroof open warning ................................................4-44
Sunshade ....................................................................4-45
Tilting the sunroof ....................................................4-45
Parking assist system ..................................................4-100 Non-operational conditions of parking assist system ..............................................4-103
Operation of the parking assist system ....................4-101
Self-diagnosis............................................................4-105
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