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Maintenance
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Severe driving conditions
A - Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km)
in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freez-
ing temperature
B - Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long dis-
tances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-
spread roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in
very cold weatherE - Driving in heavy dust condition
F - Driving in heavy traffic area
G- Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly
H - Using for towing or camping, and driving with loading on the
roof.
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle
towing
J - Frequently driving under high speed or rapid acceleration.
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
L - Engine oil usage which is not recommended (Mineral type,
Semisynthetic, Lower grade spec, etc.)
MAINTENANCE ITEMMAINTENANCE
OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING
CONDITION
Drive shafts and bootsIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F,
G, H, I, J
Climate control air filterRMore frequentlyC, E, G

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Maintenance
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 charging,
and stop or reduce the charging
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.
Disconnect the battery charger in
the 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. 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.Reset items
The following items should be reset
after the battery has been dis-
charged or the battery has been dis-
connected.
Auto up/down window
Sunroof
Trip computer
Climate control system
Driver position memory system
Audio

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Maintenance
Occupant Distribution:Designated
seating positions.
Outward Facing Sidewall:The side
of a asymmetrical tire that has a par-
ticular side that faces outward when
mounted on a vehicle. The outward
facing sidewall bears white lettering
or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or
model name molding that is higher or
deeper than the same moldings on
the inner facing sidewall.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire:A tire
used on passenger cars and some
light duty trucks and multipurpose
vehicles.
Ply:A layer of rubber-coated parallel
cords
Pneumatic tire:A mechanical
device made of rubber, chemicals,
fabric and steel or other materials,
that, when mounted on an automo-
tive wheel, provides the traction and
contains the gas or fluid that sustains
the load.Production options weight:The
combined weight of installed regular
production options weighing over 5
lb.(2.3 kg) in excess of the standard
items which they replace, not previ-
ously considered in curb weight or
accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim.
Recommended Inflation Pressure:
Vehicle manufacturer's recommend-
ed tire inflation pressure and shown
on the tire placard.
Radial Ply Tire:A pneumatic tire in
which the ply cords that extend to the
beads are laid at 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread.
Rim:A metal support for a tire and
upon which the tire beads are seat-
ed.
Sidewall:The portion of a tire
between the tread and the bead.Speed Rating:An alphanumeric
code assigned to a tire indicating the
maximum speed at which a tire can
operate.
Traction:The friction between the
tire and the road surface. The
amount of grip provided.
Tread:The portion of a tire that
comes into contact with the road.
Treadwear Indicators:Narrow
bands, sometimes called "wear
bars," that show across the tread of a
tire when only 1/16 inch of tread
remains.
UTQGS:Uniform Tire Quality
Grading Standards, a tire information
system that provides consumers with
ratings for a tire's traction, tempera-
ture and treadwear. Ratings are
determined by tire manufacturers
using government testing proce-
dures. The ratings are molded into
the sidewall of the tire.
Vehicle Capacity Weight:The num-
ber of designated seating positions
multiplied by 150 lbs. (68kg) plus the
rated cargo and luggage load.

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Maintenance
Fuse NameFuse ratingCircuit Protected
MODULE 210AEngine Room Junction Block (Power Outlet Relay), Wireless Charger, BCM (Body Control Module), USB
Charger, Smart Key Control Module, Audio, BMS (Battery Management System) Control Module,
Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit, Driver Power Outside Mirror Switch, AMP (Amplifier), Keyboard
PDM 37.5A[Without Smart Key] Immobilizer Module
[With Smart Key] Smart Key Control Module
MEMORY 110AInstrument Cluster, Driver IMS (Integrated memory system) Module, BCM (Body Control Module), Air
Conditioner Control Module, Auto Light & Photo Sensor, Driver Door Module, Passenger Door Module,
ECM (Electric Chromic Mirror)
MULTI MEDIA15AAudio, Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit
EWP10AElectric Water Pump (HEV)
MDPS7.5AMDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit
TAIL GATE10ATail Gate Relay, ICM Relay Box (Fuel Filler Door Relay)
PDM 115ASmart Key Control Module
MODULE 77.5AFront Seat Warmer Control Module, AC Inverter (110V), Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module, Rear
Seat Warmer Module
WIPER (RR)15AEngine Room Junction Block (Wiper RR Relay), Rear Wiper Motor
HEATED
STEERING15ABCM (Body Control Module)
SUNROOF20ASunroof Motor

Maintenance
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Fuse NameFuse ratingCircuit Protected
MODULE 77.5AFront Seat Warmer Control Module, AC Inverter (110V), Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module, Rear
Seat Warmer Module
WIPER (RR)15AEngine Room Junction Block (Wiper RR Relay), Rear Wiper Motor
HEATED
STEERING15ABCM (Body Control Module)
SUNROOF20ASunroof Motor
P/WINDOW RH25APower Window (RH) Relay, Power Window Main Switch, Passenger Power Window Switch, Rear Power
Window Switch RH, Passenger Safety Power Window Module
P/WINDOW LH25APower Window (LH) Relay, Power Window Main Switch, Rear Power Window Switch LH, Driver Safety
Power Window Module
PDM 27.5AImmobilizer Module, Smart Key Control Module, Start/Stop Button Switch
BRAKE SWITCH7.5AStop Lamp Switch, Smart Key Control Module
OBC10AOBC (On-Board Charger) Unit
A/CON7.5AAir Conditioner Control Module, Electronic Air Conditioner Compressor, Engine Room Junction Block
(Blower Relay, PTC Heater1 Relay, PTC Heater2 Relay)
WASHER15AMultifunction Switch
S/HEATER (FRT)25AFront Seat Warmer Control Module, Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module

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Maintenance
Engine room compartment fuse panel (Hybrid)
Fuse NameFuse ratingCircuit Protected
MULTI FUSE
B+ 560AFuse - BATTERY C/FAN, HORN, ECU2, Engine Control Relay
B+ 260AInstrument Panel Junction Block (Fuse - S/HEATER (REAR))
B+ 360AInstrument Panel Junction Block
B+ 450AInstrument Panel Junction Block (Fuse - BATTERY MANAGEMENT, P/WINDOW (LH), P/WIN-
DOW (RH), TAIL GATE OPEN, SUNROOF, AMP, S/HEATER (FRT), P/SEAT (DRV))
COOLING FAN60ACooling Fan Relay
REAR HEATED50ARear Heated Relay
BLOWER40ABlower Relay
IG 140A[Without Smart Key] Ignition Switch, [With Smart Key] PDM1 (ACC) Relay, PDM2 (IG1) Relay
IG 240A[Without Smart Key] Ignition Switch, [With Smart Key] PDM3 (IG2) Relay
MDPS80AMDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit
PTC
HEATER 150APTC Heater 1 Relay
PTC
HEATER 250APTC Heater 2 Relay
CLUTCH
ACTUATOR40AClutch Actuator (HEV)
MAIN150AFuse - H/LAMP HI, INVERTER, ACTIVE HYDRAULIC BOOSTER1, ACTIVE HYDRAULIC
BOOSTER2, WIPER RR, EPB1, EPB2
P/OUTLET 140APower outlet Relay

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Maintenance
Engine room compartment fuse panel (Plug-in Hybrid)
Fuse NameFuse ratingCircuit Protected
MULTI FUSE
B+ 560AFuse - BATTERY C/FAN, HORN, ECU2, Engine Control Relay
B+ 260AInstrument Panel Junction Block (Fuse - S/HEATER (REAR))
B+ 360AInstrument Panel Junction Block
B+ 450AInstrument Panel Junction Block (Fuse - BATTERY MANAGEMENT, P/WINDOW (LH), P/WIN-
DOW (RH), TAIL GATE OPEN, SUNROOF, AMP, S/HEATER (FRT), P/SEAT (DRV), IG3 1,
OBC, AMS)
COOLING FAN60ACooling Fan Relay
REAR HEATED50ARear Heated Relay
BLOWER40ABlower Relay
IG 140A[Without Smart Key] Ignition Switch, [With Smart Key] PDM1 (ACC) Relay, PDM2 (IG1) Relay
IG 240A[Without Smart Key] Ignition Switch, [With Smart Key] PDM3 (IG2) Relay
MDPS80AMDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit
PTC
HEATER 150APTC Heater 1 Relay
PTC
HEATER 250APTC Heater 2 Relay
CLUTCH
ACTUATOR40AClutch Actuator (PHEV)
MAIN150AFuse - H/LAMP HI, INVERTER, ACTIVE HYDRAULIC BOOSTER1, ACTIVE HYDRAULIC
BOOSTER2, WIPER RR, EPB1, EPB2

Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects
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DIMENSIONS
ENGINE
ItemUnit : in (mm)
Overall length171.4 (4,355)
Overall width71.0 (1,805)
Overall heightWithout Roof rack60.4 (1,535)
With Roof rack60.8 (1,545)
Tread
Front205/60R1661.6 (1,565)
225/45R18 *61.2 (1,555)
Rear205/60R1662.2(1,579)
225/45R18 *61.8 (1,569)
Wheelbase106.3 (2,700)
ItemGasoline
(Gasoline) 1.6 GDi
Displacement
[cu. in (cc)]
96.4 (1,580)
Bore x Stroke
[in. (mm)]
2.8 X 3.8 (72 X 97)
Firing order
1-3-4-2
No. of cylinders
4 In-line, DOHC
* This tire is only for the HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) system

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LUGGAGE VOLUME
Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
ItemWeight of volumeClassification
Refrigerant550 ± 10gR-1234yf
Compressor lubricant130 ± 10gPOE
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
Min : Behind rear seat to roof.
Max : Behind front seat to roof.
ItemVolume
SAEMIN.635 liter
MAX.1,789 liter
ItemVolume
SAEMIN.548 liter
MAX.1,543 liter
For Plug-in Hybrid For Hybrid

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Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects
Roadside Assistance is provided on all new current
model year Kia Vehicles from the date the vehicle is deliv-
ered to the first retail buyer or otherwise put into use (in-
service date), whichever is earlier, for a period of 60
months or 60,000 miles, whichever is earlier, subject to
the terms, conditions and exclusions set forth in the Kia
Warranty and Consumer Information Manual applicable
to your model year vehicle.
KMA reserves the right to limit or deny services or other
benefits to any owner or driver when, in KMA's judgment,
the claims and/or service requests are excessive in fre-
quency or type of occurrence.
Toll free consumer assistance
Kia'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 assistance
Kia'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 dri-
ver’s door, your vehicle’s registration or proof of insur-
ance card.
Kia utilizes a network of over 30,000 roadside assistance
providers. Should you accidentally run out of fuel, require
a battery jump, or need help changing a tire, a Kia
Roadside Assistance Representative will dispatch some-
one 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 destination. We have access
to a network of over 10,000 locksmiths to help you should
you become locked out of your Kia.
In the event that mechanical difficulty renders your vehi-
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Roadside Assistance Representative will arrange to
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authorized Kia alternative service location.
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