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Features of your vehicle
Sound
Parking Distance Warning Volume(if equipped) :
- Adjust the Park Assist Systemvolume. (Level 1 ~ 3)
Welcome Sound (if equipped) : - If this item is checked, the wel-come sound function will be acti-
vated. Convenience
Seat Easy Access (if equipped) :
- Off : The seat easy access func-tion will be deactivated.
- Normal/Extended : When you turn off the engine, the driver’s
seat will automatically move rear
3 in. (7.6 cm) (Enhanced) for you
to enter or exit the vehicle more
comfortably.
If you change the ignition switch or
Engine Start/Stop Button from
OFF position to the ACC position,
the driver’s seat will return to the
original position.
❈ For more details, refer to “Driver
Position Memory System” in chap-
ter 3.
Welcome Mirror/Light (if equipped) : - If this item is checked, the wel-come mirror/light function will be
activated.
Wireless charging system (if equipped) :
- If this item is checked, the wire-less charging system function will
be activated. Wiper/Light Display (if equipped) :
- If this item is checked, thewiper/light display will be activated.
Gear Position Pop-up (if equipped) : - If this item is checked, the gearposition pop-up display will be
activated.
Icy Road Warning (if equipped) : - If this item is checked, the icyroad warning display will be acti-
vated.
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The rear view monitor will activate
when the back-up light is ON with the
ignition switch ON and the shift lever
in the R (Reverse) position.
This system is a supplemental sys-
tem that shows the area behind the
vehicle through AVN/AUDIO Monitor
while backing up.
❈If your vehicle is equipped with
AVN(Audio, Video and Navigation)
system, rearview display will show
the area behind the vehicle
through the AVN monitor while
backing-up. Refer to a separately
supplied manual for detailed infor-
mation.
REAR VIEW MONITOR (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING
This system is a supplemen-
tary function only. It is the
responsibility of the driver to
always check the inside/out-
side rearview mirror and the
area behind the vehicle before
and while backing up because
there is a dead zone that can't
be seen by the camera.
Always keep the camera lens clean. If lens is covered with
foreign matter, the camera
may not operate normally.
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- When driving on a narrowcurved road, rough road,downhill or uphill.
- When only part of the vehicle in front is visible on a cross-road or curved road.
- When there is a traffic light, reflecting sign, flashing signor mirror ahead.
- When there is a temporary reflector or flash ahead (con-struction area).
- When the road conditions are bad such as being wet, iced orcovered with snow.
- When a vehicle suddenly appears from a curve.
- When the vehicle is tilted from a flat tire or being towed.
(Continued)(Continued) When front visibility is poor - When the lamp from a vehicleis covered with dust, snow orwater.
- When the light from a vehicle is not detected because ofexhaust fume, smoke, fog,snow, etc.
- When the front window is cov- ered with foreign matters.
- When it is hard to see because of fog, heavy rain or snow andetc.CAUTION
The driver must be cautious inthe following situations as theHigh Beam Assist system maynot operate:
When the light from on-coming or front vehicle is poor
- When the light from a vehicle is not detected because oflamp damage, hidden fromsight, etc.
- When the lamp of a vehicle is covered with dust, snow orwater.
When external condition is intervened
- When there is a similar shape as a vehicle's lamps.
- When the headlamp is not repaired or replaced at anauthorized Kia dealer.
- When the headlamp aiming is not properly adjusted.
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✽ ✽NOTICE
• Do not disassemble a front view
camera temporarily for tinted
window or attaching any types of
coatings and accessories. If you
disassemble the camera and
assemble it again, take your vehi-
cle to an authorized Kia dealer
and have the system checked to
need a calibration.
• When you replace or reinstall the windshield glass, take your vehicle
to an authorized Kia dealer and
have the system checked.
• Be careful that water does not get into the High Beam Assist unit and
do not remove or damage related
parts of the High Beam Assist sys-
tem.
• Do not place objects on the dash- board that reflect light such as
mirrors, white paper, etc. The sys-
tem may not be able to function if
sunlight is reflected. (Continued)(Continued)
• At times, the High Beam Assist
may not operate due to system
limitations. The system is for your
convenience only. It is the respon-
sibility of the driver to use safe
driving practices and always
check the road conditions for your
safety.
• When the system does not operate normally, change the lamp posi-
tion manually between the high
beam and low beam.
Turn signals and lane change
signals
The ignition switch must be on for the
turn signals to function. To turn on
the turn signals, move the lever up or
down (A). The green arrow indicators
on the instrument panel indicate
which turn signal is operating.
They will self-cancel after a turn is
completed. If the indicator continues
to flash after a turn, manually return
the lever to the OFF position.
To signal a lane change, move the
turn signal lever slightly and hold it in
position (B). The lever will return to
the OFF position when released.
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Trunk room lamp
The trunk room lamp comes on
when the trunk is opened.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
The trunk room lamp comes on as
long as the trunk lid opens. To pre-
vent unnecessary battery drain,
close the trunk lid securely after
using the trunk room.
Vanity mirror lamp
Opening the lid of the vanity mirror
will automatically turn on the mirror
light.
* The actual sunvisor lamp in the vehi-
cle may differ from the illustration.
Glove box lamp
The glove box lamp comes on when
the glove box is opened.
To prevent unnecessary battery
drain, close the glove box securely
after using the glove box.
CAUTION- Vanity mirror
lamp
Always have the switch in theoff position when the vanity mir-ror lamp is not in use. If the sun-visor is closed without the lampoff, it may discharge the batteryor damage the sunvisor.
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If you want to defrost and defog the
front windshield, refer to “Windshield
defrosting and defogging” in this sec-
tion.
Rear window defroster
The defroster heats the window to
remove frost, fog and thin ice from
the rear window, while the engine is
running.
To activate the rear window
defroster, press the rear window
defroster button located in the center
facia switch panel. The indicator on
the rear window defroster button illu-
minates when the defroster is ON.
If there is heavy accumulation of
snow on the rear window, brush it off
before operating the rear defroster. The rear window defroster automati-
cally turns off after approximately 20
minutes or when the ignition switch is
turned off. To turn off the defroster,
press the rear window defroster but-
ton again.
Outside rearview mirror defroster
If your vehicle is equipped with the
outside rearview mirror defrosters,
they will operate at the same time
you turn on the rear window
defroster.
DEFROSTER
CAUTION - Conductors
To prevent damage to the con-
ductors bonded to the insidesurface of the rear window,never use sharp instruments orwindow cleaners containingabrasives to clean the window.
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For maximum defrosting, set the
temperature control to the extreme
right/hot position and the fan speed
control to the highest speed.
If warm air to the floor is desired while defrosting or defogging, set
the mode to the floor-defrost posi-
tion.
Before driving, clear all snow and ice from the windshield, rear win-
dow, outside rear view mirrors, and
all side windows.
Clear all snow and ice from the hood and air inlet in the cowl grill to
improve heater and defroster effi-
ciency and to reduce the probabili-
ty of fogging up the inside of the
windshield.Automatic climate control
system
To defog inside windshield
1. Set the fan speed to the desired position.
2. Select desired temperature.
3. Press the defroster button ( ).
4. The outside (fresh) air position will be selected automatically and the
air conditioning will turn on
according to the detected ambient
temperature.
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING
WARNING - Windshield
heating
Do not use the or posi-
tion during cooling operation in
extremely humid weather. The
difference between the temper-
ature of the outside air and the
windshield could cause the
outer surface of the windshield
to fog up, causing loss of visi-
bility. In this case, set the mode
selection to the position
and fan speed control to the
lower speed.
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Air ventilation seat (if equipped)
The temperature setting of the seat
changes according to the switch
position.
If you want to ventilate your seatcushion, press the switch (blue
color).
Each time you press the button, the airflow will change as follows: The seat warmer (with air ventila-
tion) defaults to the OFF position
whenever the ignition switch is
turned on.
Sunvisor
Use the sunvisor to shield direct light
through the front or side windows.
To use the sunvisor, pull it downward.
To use the sunvisor for the side win-
dow, pull it downward, unsnap it from
the bracket (1) and swing it to the
side (2).
To use the vanity mirror, pull down the
visor and slide the mirror cover (3).
Adjust the sunvisor extension for-
ward or backward (4).
The ticket holder (5) is provided for
holding a tollgate ticket.
OFF→ HIGH( )→ MIDDLE( )→LOW( )
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CAUTION - Seat damage
When cleaning the seats, do
not use an organic solventsuch as paint thinner, ben-zene, alcohol and gasoline.Doing so may damage the airventilation seat.
Do not place heavy or sharp objects on the seat. Thosethings may damage the airventilation seat.
Be careful not to spill liquid such as water or beverages onthe seat. If you spill some liq-uid, wipe the seat with a drytowel. Before using the airventilation seat, dry the seatcompletely.
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* The actual sunvisor lamp in the vehi-
cle may differ from the illustration.Power outlet
The power outlet is designed to pro-
vide power for mobile telephones or
other devices designed to operate
with vehicle electrical systems. The
devices should draw less than 10
amps with the engine running. Use the power outlet only when the
engine is running and remove the
accessory plug after use. Using the
accessory plug for prolonged peri-
ods of time with the engine off
could cause the battery to dis-
charge.
Only use 12V electric accessories which are less than 10A in electric
capacity.
Adjust the air-conditioner or heater to the lowest operating level when
using the power outlet.
Close the cover when not in use.
Some electronic devices can cause electronic interference when
plugged into a vehicle’s power out-
let. These devices may cause
excessive audio static and malfunc-
tions in other electronic systems or
devices used in your vehicle.
Push the plug in as far as it will go. If good contact is not made, the
plug may overheat and the fuse
may open.
CAUTION- Vanity mirror
lamp
If you use the vanity mirrorlamp, turn off the lamp beforereturning the sunvisor to itsoriginal position, otherwise itcould result in battery dis-charge and possible sunvisordamage.
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■Rear seat
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Driving your vehicle
Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outsidemirror(s), and outside lights are
clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil,
engine coolant, brake fluid, and
washer fluid should be checked on a
regular basis, at the exact interval
depending on the fluid. Further
details are provided in chapter 8,
“Maintenance”.
Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all con-trols are easily reached.
Buckle your seat belt.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning lights when the engine start/stop
button is turned to the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light
goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are
familiar with your vehicle and its
equipment.
BEFORE DRIVING
WARNING - Distracted driving
Focus on the road while driving.
The driver's primary responsi-
bility is in the safe and legal
operation of the vehicle. Use of
any handled devices, other
equipment or vehicle systems
that distract the driver should
not be used during vehicle
operation.