wiper blades KIA CEED 2011 Owners Manual
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Features of your vehicle
Auto control (if equipped)
The rain sensor located on the upper end of windshield glass senses the amount of
rainfall and controls the wiping cycle for
the proper intervals.
The more it rains, the faster the wiper
operates. When the rain stops, the wiper
stops. To vary the speed setting, turn the
speed control knob (1). If the ignition
switch is turned ON when the wiper
switch is set in AUTO mode, or wiper
switch is set in AUTO mode when the
ignition switch is ON, or the speed con-
trol knob is turned upward when the
wiper switch is in AUTO mode, wiper will
operate once to perform a self-check of
the system. Set the wiper to O (OFF)
position when the wiper is not in use.
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CAUTION
When washing the vehicle, set thewiper switch in the O (OFF) position
to stop the auto wiper operation.
Wiper may operate and be damagedif the switch is set in AUTO modewhile washing vehicle.
Do not remove the sensor coverlocated on the upper end of the pas-senger side windshield glass.Damage to system parts could occur and may not be covered by
your vehicle warranty.
When the starting the vehicle in win-ter, set the wiper switch in the O (OFF) position. Otherwise, wipers
may operate and ice may damagethe windshield wiper blades. Always remove all snow and ice and defrostthe windshield properly prior to
operating the windshield wipers.
CAUTION
When the ignition switch is ON and the windshield wiper switch is
placed in the AUTO mode, use cau-tion in the following situations to avoid any injury to the hands orother parts of the body:
Do not touch the upper end of the windshield glass facing the rainsensor.
Do not wipe the upper end of the windshield glass with a damp or
wet cloth.
Do not put pressure on the wind- shield glass.
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Windshield washers (front)
In the O (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.
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, you
will need to add appropriate non-abra-
sive windshield washer fluid to the wash-
er reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the
passenger side.
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WARNING
Do not use the washer in freezing
temperatures without first warming
the windshield with the defrosters;
the washer solution could freeze on
the windshield and obscure yourvision.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, do notoperate the wipers when the
windshield 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, do
not attempt to move the wipersmanually.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir isempty.
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Driving your vehicle
Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glarefrom other driver's headlights.
Keep your headlights clean and prop- erly aimed on vehicles not equipped with the automatic headlight aiming
feature. Dirty or improperly aimed
headlights will make it much more diffi-cult to see at night.
Avoid staring directly at the headlights of oncoming vehicles. You could be
temporarily blinded, and it will take
several seconds for your eyes to read-
just to the darkness.
Driving in the rain
Rain and wet roads can make driving
dangerous, especially if you’re not pre-
pared for the slick pavement. Here are a
few things to consider when driving in the
rain:
A heavy rainfall will make it harder tosee and will increase the distance
needed to stop your vehicle, so slow
down.
Keep your windshield wiping equip- ment in good shape. Replace your
windshield wiper blades when they
show signs of streaking or missingareas on the windshield. If your tires are not in good condition,
making a quick stop on wet pavement
can cause a skid and possibly lead to
an accident. Be sure your tires are in
good shape.
Turn on your headlights to make it eas- ier for others to see you.
Driving too fast through large puddles can affect your brakes. If you must go
through puddles, try to drive through
them slowly.
If you believe you may have gotten your brakes wet, apply them lightly
while driving until normal braking oper-
ation returns.
Driving in flooded areas
Avoid driving through flooded areas
unless you are sure the water is no high-
er than the bottom of the wheel hub.
Drive through any water slowly. Allowadequate stopping distance because
brake performance may be affected.
After driving through water, dry the
brakes by gently applying them several
times while the vehicle is moving slowly.
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Engine compartment / 7-2 Maintenance services / 7-4
Owner maintenance / 7-6Scheduled maintenance service / 7-8Explanation of scheduled maintenance items / 7-27Engine oil / 7-30Engine coolant / 7-31Brake/clutch fluid / 7-34Automatic transaxle fluid / 7-35
Washer fluid / 7-37Parking brake / 7-37
Fuel filter / 7-38
Air cleaner / 7-39
Climate control air filter / 7-41
Wiper blades / 7-43Battery / 7-46
Tires and wheels / 7-49 Fuses / 7-59Light bulbs / 7-68
Appearance care / 7-79
Emission control system / 7-85
Maintenance
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Maintenance
At least monthly:
Check the coolant level in the enginecoolant 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 the radiator, heater and air con- ditioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check the windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened with
washer fluid.
Check the headlight alignment.
Check the 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 the body and door drain holes.
Lubricate the door hinges and checks,and hood hinges.
Lubricate the door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate the door rubber weather- strips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean the battery and terminals.
Check the brake/clutch fluid level.
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Maintenance
WIPER BLADES
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiperarms or other components, do not
attempt to move the wipers manual- ly.
CAUTION
The use of a non-specified wiperblade could result in wiper malfunc-tion and failure.Blade inspection
✽✽ NOTICE
Commercial hot waxes applied by auto-
matic car washes have been known tomake the windshield difficult to clean.
Contamination of either the windshield or
the wiper blades with foreign matter can
reduce the effectiveness of the wind-
shield wipers. Common sources of con-
tamination are insects, tree sap, and hot
wax treatments used by some commer-
cial car washes. If the blades are not wip-
ing properly, clean both the window and
the blades with a good cleaner or mild
detergent, and rinse thoroughly with
clean water. Blade replacement When the wipers no longer clean ade-
quately, the blades may be worn or
cracked, and require replacement.
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To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them.
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Front windshield wiper blade
1. Turn the ignition switch off and remove
the key.
2. Push the wiper lever downward to the one touch wiper position for more than
2 seconds, then the wiper blades will
stop upward position. (if equipped) 3. Raise the wiper arm and turn the wiper
blade assembly to expose the plastic
locking clip.
✽✽ NOTICE
Do not allow the wiper arm to fall against the windshield.
4. Open the cover of the blade.
5. Compress the clip behind the wiper arm and lift it off the arm.
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Index
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Towing ···········································································6-20
Emergency towing ···················································6-22
Removable towing hook ··········································6-21
Tie-down hook (for flatbed towing) ·························6-24
Trailer towing ·································································5-45Transaxle Automatic transaxle ·················································5-12
Manual transaxle ························································5-9
Tripmeter ·······································································4-40
Trip computer ································································4-40
Turn signals and lane change signals ·····························4-61
Turn signal light bulb replacement ································7-70
Vehicle break-in process ·················································1-5
Vehicle certification label ················································8-7
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ······························8-7
Vehicle stability management (VSM) ···························5-26
Vehicle weight ·······························································5-53 Base curb weight ······················································5-53
Cargo weight ····························································5-53
GAW (Gross axle weight) ·······································5-53
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ··························5-53
GVW (Gross vehicle weight) ··································5-53
GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) ·····················5-53 Washer fluid ···································································7-37
Waste tray, see ashtray ··················································4-93
Warnings and indicators ················································4-43Weight ············································································5-53
Base curb weight ······················································5-53
Cargo weight ····························································5-53
GAW (Gross axle weight) ·······································5-53
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ··························5-53
GVW (Gross vehicle weight) ··································5-53
GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) ·····················5-53
Wheel alignment and tire balance ·································7-52
Wheel replacement ························································7-54Windows ········································································4-16 Auto down window ··················································4-18
Auto up/down window ·············································4-18
Power window lock button ······································4-19
Windshield defrosting and defogging ···························4-87
Winter driving ································································5-41 Snow tires ·································································5-41
Tire chains ································································5-42
Wiper blades ··································································7-50
Wipers and washers ·······················································4-64
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