trailer KIA CEED 2015 Owner's Manual
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Maintenance
SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
A : Repeated short distance driving
B : Extensive idling
C : Driving in dusty, rough roads
D : Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
E : Driving in sandy areas
F : More than 50 % driving in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32°C (90°F) G : Driving in mountainous areas.
H : Towing a trailer or using a camper on roof rack
I : Driving for patrol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle tow-
ing
J : Driving over 170 km/h (106 mile/h)
K : Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
L : Driving in very cold weather
Maintenance itemMaintenance operationMaintenance intervalsDriving condition
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Front suspension ball jointsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotorsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, G, H
Parking brake (Hand type)IInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, G, H
Driveshaft and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
Climate control air filterRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E, G
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Index
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I
Tilt and telescopic steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-152 Center console storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-152
Cool box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-153
Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-153
Luggage side tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-155
Luggage tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-154
Sliding armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-152
Sunglass holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-154
Sunroof, see panorama sunroof. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Sunvisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-158
Tachometer (Normal vision) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-47
Tachometer (Super vision) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-61
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Tether anchor system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
Theft-alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Tilt and telescopic steering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
Tire chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-68
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) . . . . . . . . 6-24
Tire rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-58
Tire specification and pressure label . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
Tires and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-55, 8-7
Checking tire inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-57 Compact spare tire replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-60
Low aspect ratio tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-65
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures . . . . . . 7-55
Tire care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-55
Tire maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-61
Tire replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-59
Tire rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-58
Tire sidewall labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-61
Tire traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-61
Wheel alignment and tire balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-59
Wheel replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-60
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29
Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-71
Transaxle Automatic transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Double clutch transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Manual transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
Trip computer (Normal vision) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-51 Service mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-55
User Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-56
Trip computer (Super vision) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-67 Driving information mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-68
Lane Departure Warning System Mode . . . . . . . . 4-69
Service mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-70
User Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-71
Turn signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-115
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Introduction
Biodiesel
Commercially supplied Diesel blends of no more than 7% biodiesel, commonly
known as "B7 Diesel" may be used in
your vehicle if Biodiesel meets EN 14214
or equivalent specifications. (EN stands
for "European Norm"). The use of biofu-
els exceeding 7% made from rapeseed
methyl ester (RME), fatty acid methyl
ester (FAME), vegetable oil methyl ester
(VME) etc. or mixing diesel exceeding7% with biodiesel will cause increased
wear or damage to the engine and fuel
system. Repair or replacement of worn ordamaged components due to the use of
non approved fuels will not be covered by
the manufactures warranty.No special break-in period is needed. By
following a few simple precautions for the
first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to
the performance, economy and life of
your vehicle.
Do not race the engine.
Whilst driving, keep your engine speed
(rpm, or revolutions per minute)
between 2,000 rpm and 4,000 rpm.
Do not maintain a single speed for long periods of time, either fast or slow.
Varying engine speed is needed to
properly break-in the engine.
Avoid hard stops, except in emergen-
cies, to allow the brakes to seat prop-
erly.
Don't tow a trailer during the first 2,000 km (1,200 miles) of operation.CAUTION
Do not let any petrol or water enter
the tank. This would make it neces-
sary to drain it out and to bleed thelines to avoid jamming the injectionpump and damaging the engine.
CAUTION - Diesel Fuel
(if equipped with DPF)
It is recommended to use the regu- lated automotive diesel fuel fordiesel vehicle equipped with theDPF system.
If you use diesel fuel including highsulfur (more than 50 ppm sulfur) and
unspecified additives, it can causethe DPF system to be damaged andwhite smoke can be emitted.
CAUTION
Never use any fuel, whether diesel, B7 biodiesel or otherwise,that fails to meet the latest petro-leum industry specification.
Never use any fuel additives or treatments that are not recom-mended or approved by the vehi- cle manufacturer.
VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS
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Features of your vehicle
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Non-operational conditions of rear parking assist system
The rear parking assist system may
not operate properly when:
1. Moisture is frozen to the sensor. (It will
operate normally when the moisture has been cleared.)
2. The sensor is covered with foreign matter, such as snow or water, or the
sensor cover is blocked. (It will operate
normally when the material is removed
or the sensor is no longer blocked.)
3. Driving on uneven road surfaces (unpaved roads, gravel, bumps, gradi-ent).
4. Objects generating excessive noise (vehicle horns, loud motorcycle
engines, or truck air brakes) are within
range of the sensor.
5. Heavy rain or water spray exists.
6. Wireless transmitters or mobile phones are within range of the sensor.
7. Trailer towing. The detecting range may decrease when:
1. The sensor is stained with foreign mat-
ter such as snow or water. (The sens-
ing range will return to normal when
removed.)
2. Outside air temperature is extremely hot or cold.
The following objects may not be rec-
ognized by the sensor:
1. Sharp or slim objects such as ropes, chains or small poles.
2. Objects which tend to absorb the sen- sor frequency such as clothes, spongy
material or snow.
3. Undetectable objects smaller than 1 m (40 in.) and narrower than 14 cm (6 in.)
in diameter. Rear parking assist system pre- cautions
• The rear parking assist system may
not sound sequentially depending on the speed and shapes of the objectsdetected.
• The rear parking assist system may malfunction if the vehicle bumperheight or sensor installation has been
modified or damaged. Any non-factory
installed equipment or accessories
may also interfere with the sensor per-
formance.
• The sensor may not recognize objects less than 30 cm (11.8 in.) from the sen-
sor, or it may sense an incorrect dis-
tance. Use caution.
• When the sensor is frozen or stained with snow, dirt, or water, the sensor
may be inoperative until the stains are
removed using a soft cloth.
• Do not push, scratch or strike the sen- sor. Sensor damage could occur.
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Features of your vehicle
Operating condition
The system will help park the vehicle in
the middle or back of a parked vehicle.
Use the system when all the below con-ditions are met.
• When the parking space is a straightline
• When parallel parking is required
• When there is a parked vehicle
• When there is enough space to move the vehicle Non-operating condition
Never use the Smart Parking Assist
System in the below conditions.
• Curved parking space
• Inclined roads
• A vehicle loaded with longer or wider
cargo compared to the vehicle
• Diagonal parking space
• Parking space with trash, grass or bar- riers
• Heavy snow or rain
• A pole close to the parking line
• Bumpy roads
• A vehicle equipped with a snow chain or spare tyre
• Tyre pressure lower or higher than the standard tyre pressure
• A trailer connected to the vehicle
• Slippery or uneven road
• Big vehicles such as buses or trucks parked
• Sensor covered with foreign matter, such as snow or water
• Moisture frozen on the sensor.
• A motorcycle or bicycle parked
• A trash can or obstacle near • Heavy wind
• Wheel changed to an unauthorised
size
• A problem with the wheel alignment
• Next to a garden or bush
• A accessory installed on the detective area the of sensors (such as number plate holder)
• Vehicle leaned severely to one side
• Strong sunlight or very cold weather
• Ultrasonic interference other vehicle's. Such as horn sounds of other vehicles,
motorcycle's engine noise, air brake
noise of heavy vehicles and with the
other vehicle's parking assist system
working.
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■Right side
- parallel mode■Left side
-parallel mode
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Driving off-road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-66
Highway driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-66
Winter driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-67 Snowy or Icy conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-67
Snow tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-67
Tyre chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-68
Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-71 Hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-72
Safety chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-72
Trailer brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-73
Driving with a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-73
Maintenance when trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-76
If you do decide to pull a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-77
Vehicle weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-80
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Driving your vehicle
Electric parking brake (EPB) (if equipped)
Applying the parking brake
To apply the EPB (electric parking
brake):
Pull up the EPB switch.
Make sure the warning light comes on.
✽✽NOTICE
On a steep incline or when pulling a
trailer if the vehicle does not stand still,
do as follows:
1. Apply the EPB.
2. Pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds.
Releasing the parking brake
To release the EPB (electric parking
brake), press the EPB switch in the fol-
lowing condition:
Have the ignition switch or enginestart/stop button in the ON position.
Depress the brake pedal.
Make sure the brake warning light goes
off.
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CAUTION
Do not operate the parking brake whilst the vehicle is moving except in an emergency situation. It could
damage the vehicle system and endanger driving safety.
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To release EPB (electric parking brake)
automatically:
Manual transaxle vehicle
1. Start the engine.
2. Fasten the driver's seat belt.
3. Close the driver's door, engine bon- net and tailgate.
4. Depress the clutch pedal with the gear engaged.
5. Depress the accelerator pedal whilst releasing the clutch pedal.
Automatic transaxle vehicle 1. Start the engine.
2. Fasten the driver's seat belt.
3. Close the driver's door, engine bon- net and tailgate.
4. Depress the accelerator pedal whilst the shift lever is in R (Rear), D
(Drive).
Shift lever in P (Park) With the engine running depress thebrake pedal and shift out of P (Park) to
R (Rear) or D (Drive).
Shift lever in N (Neutral) With the engine running depress the
brake pedal and shift out of N (Neutral)
to R (Rear) or D (Drive).
Make sure the brake warning light goes
off.✽✽ NOTICE
For your safety, you can engage the EPB even though the ignition switch or
engine stop/start button is in the OFF
position, but you cannot release it.
For your safety, depress the brake
pedal and release the parking brake
manually with the EPB switch when
you drive downhill or when backing up
the vehicle.
✽
✽ NOTICE - Manual transaxle
A vehicle towing a trailer on a hill or on
an incline may slightly roll backwards
when starting the vehicle. To prevent the
situation follow the below instructions.
1. Depress the clutch pedal and select a gear.
2. Keep pulling up the EPB switch.
3. Depress the accelerator pedal and slowly release the clutch pedal.
4. If the vehicle starts off with enough driving power release the EPB switch.
Do not follow the above procedure when
driving on a flat level ground. The vehi-
cle may suddenly move forward.
CAUTION
If the parking brake warning light is still on even though the EPB
has been released, we recom-mend that the system be checkedby an authorised Kia dealer.
Do not drive your vehicle with the EPB applied. It may cause exces-sive brake pad and brake rotor wear.
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Driving your vehicle
If you are considering towing with your
vehicle, you should first check with your
country's Department of Motor Vehicles
to determine their legal requirements.
Since laws vary the requirements for tow-
ing trailers, cars, or other types of vehi-
cles or apparatus may differ. We recom-
mend that you ask an authorised Kia
dealer.✽✽NOTICE - For Europe
The technically permissible maximum load on the rear axle(s) may be
exceeded by not more than 15 % and
the technically permissible maximum
laden mass of the vehicle may be
exceeded by not more than 10 % or
100 kg (220.4 lbs), whichever value is
lower. In this case, do not exceed 100
km/h (62.1 mph) for vehicle of catego-
ry M1 or 80 km/h (49.7 mph) for vehi-
cle of category N1.
When towing a trailer, the additional load imposed at the trailer coupling
device may cause the rear tyre maxi-
mum load ratings to be exceeded, but
not by more than 15%. In such a case,
do not exceed 100km/h, and the rear
tyre pressure should be at least 20
kPa(0.2 bar) above the tyre pres-
sure(s) as recommended for normal
use (i.e. without a trailer attached).Your vehicle can tow a trailer. To identify
what the vehicle trailering capacity is for
your vehicle, you should read the infor-
mation in “Weight of the trailer” thatappears later in this section.
Remember that trailering is different than
just driving your vehicle by itself.
Trailering means changes in handling,
durability, and fuel economy. Successful,
safe trailering requires correct equip-
ment, and it has to be used properly.
This section contains many time-tested,
important trailering tips and safety rules.
Many of these are important for your
safety and that of your passengers.
Please read this section carefully before
you pull a trailer. Load-pulling components such as the
engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies, and
tyres are forced to work harder against
the load of the added weight. The engine
is required to operate at relatively higher
speeds and under greater loads. This
additional burden generates extra heat.
The trailer also considerably adds wind
resistance, increasing the pulling require-
ments.
TRAILER TOWING
CAUTION
Pulling a trailer improperly can
damage your vehicle and result in
costly repairs not covered by yourwarranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this section.
WARNING - Towing a trailer
If you don't use the correct equip-
ment and/or drive improperly, you
can lose control when you pull a
trailer. For example, if the trailer is
too heavy, the brakes may not work
well - or even at all. You and your
passengers could be seriously or
fatally injured. Pull a trailer only if
you have followed all the steps inthis section.
WARNING - Weight limits
Before towing, make sure the total
trailer weight, GCW (gross combi-
nation weight), GVW (gross vehicle
weight), GAW (gross axle weight)and trailer tongue load are all with-in the limits.
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Hitches
It's important to have the correct hitch
equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks
going by, and rough roads are a few rea-
sons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here
are some rules to follow:
Do you have to make any holes in the
body of your vehicle when you install a
trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to
seal the holes later when you removethe hitch.
If you do not seal them, deadly carbon
monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can
get into your vehicle, as well as dirt and
water. The bumpers on your vehicle are not
intended for hitches. Do not attach
rental hitches or other bumper-type
hitches to them. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to
the bumper.
A Kia accessory trailer hitch is avail- able at an authorised Kia dealer. Safety chains
You should always attach chains
between your vehicle and your trailer.
Cross the safety chains under the tongue
of the trailer so that the tongue will not
drop to the road if it becomes separatedfrom the hitch.
Instructions about safety chains may be
provided by the hitch manufacturer or by
the trailer manufacturer. Follow the man-
ufacturer’s recommendation for attaching
safety chains. Always leave just enough
slack so you can turn with your trailer.
And, never allow safety chains to drag on
the ground.
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