fuel KIA PICANTO 2012 Owner's Manual

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Features of your vehicle
Engine coolant tempera-ture warning light (if equipped)
The warning light illuminates if the tem-
perature of the engine coolant is above120±3.0°C (248±5.4°F).
Do not continue driving with an overheat-
ed engine. If your vehicle overheats, refer
to “Overheating” in section 6.
✽✽ NOTICE
If the engine coolant temperature warn-
ing light illuminates, it indicates over-
heating that may damage the engine.
ESP indicator (Electronic Stability Program) (if equipped)
The ESP indicator will illuminate when
the ignition switch is turned ON, but
should go off after approximately 3 sec-
onds. When the ESP is on, it monitors the
driving conditions. Under normal driving
conditions, the ESP indicator will remain
off. When a slippery or low traction con-dition is encountered, the ESP will oper-
ate, and the ESP indicator will blink to
indicate the ESP is operating. But, if the ESP system malfunctions the
indicator illuminates and stays on. Take
your vehicle to an authorized KIA dealer
and have the system checked.
ESP OFF indicator
(if equipped)
The ESP OFF indicator will illuminate
when the ignition switch is turned ON,
but should go off after approximately 3
seconds. To switch to ESP OFF mode,
press the ESP OFF button. The ESPOFF indicator will illuminate indicating
the ESP is deactivated.
CAUTION
Prolonged driving with theMalfunction Indicator Light illumi-
nated may cause damage to theemission control systems whichcould effect drivability and/or fuel economy.
CAUTION
If the Malfunction Indicator Lightilluminates, potential catalytic con-verter damage is possible whichcould result in loss of enginepower. Have the Engine Control
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Electric power steering(EPS) system warning light
(if equipped)
This indicator light comes on after the
ignition key is turned to the ON positionand then it will go out. This light also comes on when the EPS
has some troubles. If it comes on while
driving, have your vehicle inspected by
an authorized KIA dealer.
Icy road warning light(if equipped)
This warning light illuminates when out-
side temperature is below 4°C since the
road may be icy at this temperature
range. And it turns off when outside tem-
perature is over 6°C.
If the warning light comes on while driv-
ing, you should drive more attentively
and safely refraining from over-speeding,
rapid acceleration, sudden braking or
sharp turning etc.
KEY low battery indicator(if equipped)
Smart key battery warning
light (if equipped)
If the battery of smart key in the vehicle
is discharged with engine start/stop but-
ton in the OFF position, this warning light
blinks for about 3 seconds.
Replace the battery with new one.
Gasoline fuel indicator (if equipped)
Refer to the LPG system in chapter 5.
Auto stop indicator(if equipped)
This indicator will illuminate when the engine enters the Idle Stop mode of theISG (Idle Stop and Go) system.
When the automatic starting occurs, the auto stop indicator on the cluster will
blink for 5 seconds.
For more details, refer to the ISG (Idle Stop and Go) system in chapter 5.
✽✽ NOTICE
When the engine automatically starts by
the ISG system, some warning lights
(ABS, ESP, ESP OFF, EPS or Parking
brake warning light) may turn on for a
few seconds.
This happens because of the low battery
voltage. It does not mean the system is
malfunctioning.

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Your vehicle may be equipped with the ISG system, which reduces fuel con-
sumption by automatically shutting down
the engine, when the vehicle is at a
standstill. (For example : red light, stop
sign and traffic jam)
The engine starts automatically as soon
as the starting conditions are met.
The ISG system is ON whenever the
engine is running.
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NOTICE
When the engine automatically starts by
the ISG system, some warning lights
(ABS, ESP, ESP OFF, EPS or Parking
brake warning light) may turn on for a
few seconds.
This happens because of low battery
voltage. It does not mean the system has
malfunctioned.
Auto stop
To stop the engine in idle stop mode
1. Decrease the vehicle speed to less than 5 km/h (3 mph).
2. Shift into N (Neutral) position.
3. Release the clutch pedal.
The engine will stop and the green AUTO
STOP( ) indicator on the instrument
cluster will illuminate. Also, a message "Auto Stop" will appear
on the LCD display.
✽✽
NOTICE
You must reach a speed of at least 10
km/h (6 mph) since last idle stop.
ISG (IDLE STOP AND GO) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
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LPG system operation
The LPG system engine starts ongasoline (gasoline fuel indicator on) if there is enough gasoline and if the
gasoline fuel system is operating nor-
mally regardless of the GSL switchcondition.
If the GSL switch is off (switch not pressed), the system will convert toLPG after some time and the gasoline
fuel indicator will turn off.
If the GSL switch is on (switch pressed), the system will operate ongasoline and the gasoline fuel indicator
will turn on.
It is recommended to use gasoline only when you start the engine and when
LPG is empty. The engine starts with LPG when
gasoline is empty or when there is a
problem with the gasoline fuel system. LPG engine start conditions
When gasoline is empty or when there
is a problem with the gasoline fuel sys-
tem. (GSL switch off)
If the ignition switch is in the ON posi- tion, the gasoline fuel indicator will
blink.
However, if the switch is turned off and
on again within a few seconds the indi-
cator may not blink.
Turn the engine on after a few seconds after the gasoline fuel indicator is
turned off.
If you turn the engine on after a long period, the engine may not start imme-
diately. If this occurs, turn the engine
off and follow the above instructionsagain.
LPG SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
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Gasoline fuel indicator The gasoline fuel indicator illuminates or
blinks in the following situation.
Illuminates when driving on gasoline
regardless of GSL switch condition.
Blinks before converting to LPG.
Blinks when engine starts on LPG (GSL switch off) for gasoline is empty
or there is a problem with the gasoline
fuel system. Then the indicator turnsoff when pressure is made to supplyLPG. Starting the engine on LPG is possibleonly when the gasoline fuel is empty or
when there is a problem with the gaso-
line fuel system. Before starting the
engine, turn the ignition switch to the ON
position (GSL switch off) and check if the
gasoline fuel indicator is turned off (or
the indicator blinks and then turns off),
then start the engine.
If the engine starts on LPG the indicator
may not blink when the ignition switch isin the ON position.
Fuel conversion
Automatically converts from gasoline
to LPG
1. With the GSL switch off (switch not pressed) and starting the engine on
gasoline, it will convert from gasoline
to LPG if the following conditions aremet.
After some time starting the engine on gasoline with the GSL switch off
(switch not pressed)
When LPG pressure is above certain level.
When LPG fuel system is operating normally.
When the amount of LPG is above cer- tain level.
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2. Driving on gasoline with the GSLswitch on and gasoline below a certain
level, it will convert from gasoline to
LPG if the following conditions aremet.
After some time starting the engine on gasoline with the GSL switch off
(switch not pressed).
When LPG pressure is above certain level.
When LPG fuel system is operating normally.
When the amount of LPG is above cer- tain level. Automatically converts from LPG to gasoline
1. With LPG nearly empty, it will convert
from LPG to gasoline if the following conditions are met.
After some time starting the engine.
When gasoline fuel system is operat- ing normally.
When the amount of gasoline is above certain level. Manually converts from gasoline to LPG
1. When the GSL switch is turned off
(switch not pressed), while driving with
the GSL switch on (switch pressed), it
will convert to from gasoline to LPG if
the following conditions are met.
After some time starting the engine on gasoline.
When LPG pressure is above certain level.
When LPG fuel system is operating normally.
When the amount of LPG is above cer- tain level.

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Manually converts from LPG to gasoline
1. When GSL switch is turned on (switch
pressed) while driving on LPG with the
GSL switch off (switch not pressed), it
will convert from LPG to gasoline if the
following conditions are met.
After some time starting the engine.
When gasoline fuel system is operat- ing normally.
When the amount of gasoline is above certain level.
To refill LPG
1. Turn off the engine.
2. To open the fuel filler lid, pull up thefuel filler lid opener.
3. Pull the fuel filler lid (1) out to fully open.
4. Open the LPG cap (2).
5. Refill your vehicle with LPG. While refilling, do not refill your tank over 80%.
Your vehicle automatically blocks the fuel if it is refilled 80%. But in any
case, you have refilled over 80%, have
your vehicle checked by an authorized
KIA dealer.
6. Close the LPG cap and fuel filler lid. Make sure it is securely closed.
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WARNING
Do not refill your tank over 80%.
Always turn the engine off before refilling.
Keep away from flammable mate- rials when refilling.
Start the engine after checking the fuel cap is securely closed.
LPG is extremely flammable. If something ignites it, you could
be badly burned. Keep sparks,flames and smoking materials
away from LPG. Do not smoke if
you are near LPG or refilling your
vehicle.
LPG is stored in the fuel tank at pressures up to 3.0Mpa(435psi).
To prevent personal injury, never:
- Fill to a pressure greater than3.0Mpa(435psi).
- Fill a leaking or damaged tank.
LPG can cause severe cold burns and frostbite. Never let liquid LPG
contact your skin or eyes. When
filling your LPG fuel tank, always
wear gloves approved for han-
dling LPG and appropriate eye
protection.
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Adapter for Gas Filler Neck
The adapters are required for the fuelling
systems' different nozzles.
Adapters for Gas Filler Necks.
(1) ACME Adapter (2) Dish Coupling Adapter
(3) Bayonet Adapter
Your vehicle comes with a customary
adapter - either ACME (1), Dish Coupling
(2), or Bayonet (3).Fuelling systems and corresponding
adapters vary from country to country. As
not all service stations abroad will pro-
vide you with the required adapter for
your liquefied gas equipment we suggest
that you buy the necessary adapter
before travelling abroad.
Please check whether the adapters fit
your filling equipment.
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NOTICE
In Europe the most common adapter
types are ACME (1), Dish Coupling (2),
and Bayonet (3).
It is generally advisable to always carry
all three adapters on board as the pro-
liferation of filling systems varies from
country to country.
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If your vehicles is parked on an angled surface, the auto-stop fill
device may not function correct-
ly. Make sure your vehicle is
parked on a level surface whenfilling the LPG fuel tank.
Under certain conditions, you may notice it takes longer to fill
your LPG fuel tank or LPG fuel
tank does not refill on a hot day.
This is caused by an increase inthe pressure inside the LPG fuel
tank. This is normal and does not
indicate a problem with the LPGfuel tank.
If it's difficult to refill your LPG
tank for the above reason, do as
follows: - Use gasoline (refuel gasoline).
- Avoid refilling the LPG fuel tankat a very hot midday.
- Do not refill a high propane LPG gas for home (camping) use.
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LPG safety precaution
Refill LPG only 80% of the tank.
Do not remove the valve to over refill. If
you refill more than you are permitted,
the fuel tank may explode.
Turn the engine off while refilling.
Avoid heat and direct sunlight the fuel tank may pressure up.
Avoid underground parking lots or closed places when you need to park
your vehicle for a very long time.
LPG is extremely flammable. Whenthere is a leak and parked under-
ground or in a closed place, the LPG
may ignite and cause fire. Therefore,
close the refill valve(green, 1) when
you need to park your car for morethan a month.
A refill valve (green,1) is on the fuel tank. Close the valve when you noticea leak.
If you smell LPG inside your vehicle open the windows. If you notice a leak,
have your vehicle checked at an
authorized KIA dealer.
Make sure your vehicle is parked on a level surface and nothing flammable is
near while you check your vehicle.CAUTION
When an adapter is used, the user
needs to be aware of the following:
Worn out adapters must not be used.
Due to use of an adapter the released volume of gas is muchgreater compared to a direct con-
nection with the vehicle fillingconnector.
The nozzle must be disconnected from the car before the adapter isremoved.
Some vehicles only have a very small diameter thread to fix anadaptor.
In this case, the user should takeextra care.
The added length of the adapterprovides a greater bending moment. If the fill coupling hasnot been properly installed, thiscan distort the panel of the car or
even cause the thread of theadapter to shear.
If the vehicle drives away stillconnected then the adapter mayshear unwontedly before the
break-away coupling parts.
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Do not repair your fuel tank. Alwayshave it replaced by an authorized KIA
dealer.
Do not try to stop the leak by covering it with your hand. You might suffer from
frostbites.
If the LPG fuel system has a leak, a spark from jumper cables could ignite
the LPG. You or someone else could
be badly burned. Do not jump start
your vehicle if you smell LPG or hear ahissing sound.
Towing your vehicle with improperly positioned tow straps, hooks or chainscan damage the LPG fuel system and
cause a leak. You or someone else
could be injured. Do not use the LPGfuel system components and/or fuel
lines as towing attachment points.
In emergency situation
1. Stop the engine.
2. Evacuate the passengers.
3. Close the refill valve (1).
4. If there is fire, put out the fire with a fire extinguisher.
If you are not able to carry out the above
instructions, please call the police and
fire department.
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