KIA Rio 2005 2.G Owner's Manual

Driving Your Vehicle4-30Continuously ON :
If the CHECK ENGINE light comes ON while driving
and illuminates continuously, a potential problem has
been discovered in the ECS or one of the exhaust sys-
tem components. Generally, the vehicle will continue
to be driveable but it should be checked by an autho-
rized Kia dealer as soon as possible. This condition is
unlikely to lead to engine damage unless a decrease in
vehicle power or poor running conditions is immedi-
ately apparent.
Malfunction Indicator The CHECK ENGINE or malfunction indicator light is
installed in your vehicle's instrument panel and
responds to signals from the vehicle's On Board
Diagnostic (OBD -II) System. The OBD-II System
monitors the performance of the vehicle's Emission
Control System (ECS), which is designed to reduce the
amount of air pollutants in engine exhaust to the levels
required by government regulations.
When you first start the engine, the CHECK ENGINE
light will illuminate briefly as a system check to con-
firm that the OBD-II System is operating properly. As
the engine starts, this light turns off. However, if at
any time the OBD-II system detects a faulty signal or
determines that the ECS is not performing to specifica-
tion, the CHECK ENGINE light will illuminate contin-
uously or flash.
CHECK
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4-31 Flashing ON and OFF :
If the CHECK ENGINE light begins to flash ON and
OFF, a more serious problem with the ECS or exhaust
system component has been detected. If this happens,
and there is no degradation to performance, the vehicle
is still driveable (avoid high speeds) but should be
checked by an authorized Kia dealer at your earliest
possible convenience. If the flashing CHECK
ENGINE light is accompanied by a decrease in power
or poor running conditions, safely stop the vehicle and
immediately contact Kia Roadside Assistance.
Note that the CHECK ENGINE light will illuminate
for a problem like a loose or missing gas cap, but will
not illuminate as a result of low engine oil or coolant,
low automatic transaxle fluid or engine overheating.
The driver will be alerted to these conditions by other
indicators on the instrument panel.
CAUTION
 Prolonged driving with the On Board
Diagnostic System Malfunction Indicator Light
()illuminated may cause damage to the
emission control systems which could effect
driveability and/or fuel economy.
 If the On Board Diagnostic System
Malfunction Indicator Light () begins to
flash ON and OFF, potential catalytic convert-
er damage is possible which could result in
loss of engine power. Have the On Board
Diagnostic System inspected as soon as possi-
ble by an authorized Kia dealer.
CHECK
CHECK
CHECK
CHECK
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Driving Your Vehicle4-32Key Reminder Warning Chime
If the driver’s door is opened and the ignition key is
left in the ignition switch, the key reminder warning
chime will sound. This is to remind you to remove
your keys from the ignition before you lock the vehi-
cle.Lights-On Warning ChimeThe lights-on warning chime will sound if the head-
light switch is left in the 1st or 2nd position and the
door is opened.Headlight High Beam Indicator This indicator illuminates when the headlights are on
and in the high beam position or when the turn signal
lever is pulled into the Flash-to-Pass position.O/D OFF Indicator
(automatic transaxle)This indicator comes on when the O/D system is
deactivated.
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NOTICE
A loose fuel filler cap may cause the On Board
DiagnosticSystem Malfunction Indicator Light
( ) in the instrument panel to illuminate
unnecessarily. Always make sure that the fuel
filler cap is tight.
CHECK
CHECK
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4-33 Door Ajar Warning
This warning light comes on when a door is not closed
securely with the ignition switch in any position.Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Warning Light (if equipped)This light illuminates when you start the engine. The
light will go off if the ABS system is operating nor-
mally. Also, this light comes on if the key is turned to
ON, and then goes off in 2-3 seconds if the system is
operating normally.
If this warning light illuminates while the vehicle is
being driven, have the vehicle checked by an autho-
rized Kia Dealer as soon as possible.Rear Window Defroster Indicator This light comes on when the rear defroster is ON.Rear Hatch Warning Light
(5 door-if equipped)This warning light comes on when a rear hatch is not
closed securely with the ignition switch in any posi-
tion.
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LightingLighting ControlTo turn the lights on, twist the knob on the end of the
control lever which is located on the steering column
to the left of the steering wheel.
First position
Tail, parking, license and sidemarker lights and instru-
ment panel lights ON.
Second position
Head, tail, parking, license and sidemarker lights and
instrument panel lights ON.
ABS
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Driving Your Vehicle4-34 High-Beam OperationFor high beam headlights, push the lever away from
you. Pull it back for low beams.
The high-beam indicator will illuminate when the
headlight high beams are switched ON.
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not
leave the lights ON for a prolonged time while the
engine is not running.
Flashing HeadlightsTo flash the headlights, pull the lever toward you. It
will return to the normal position when released. The
headlight switch does not need to be ON to use this
flashing feature.
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4-35 Turn Signals
The same lever that controls the headlights also con-
trols the turn signals.
The ignition switch must be ON for the turn signals
to function. Move the lever up or down to activate the
turn signals. The turn signals will self-cancel after a
turn is completed. If the indicator continues to flash
after a turn, manually return the lever to the OFF (mid-
dle) position.
Lane Change Signals
To signal a lane change, move the turn signal lever
slightly and hold it in position. The lever will return to
the OFF (middle) position when released.
Green arrow indicators on the instrument panel indi-
cate which turn signal is operating. If an indicator
stays ON and does not flash or if it flashes abnormally,
one or more of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out
and will require replacement.Daytime Running Lights (DRL)Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can make it easier for
others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
DRL can be helpful in many different driving condi-
tions, but they can be especially helpful in the short
periods after dawn and before sunset. The DRL system
will make your low-beam headlights turn OFF when:
 The headlight switch is ON.
 The parking brake is engaged.
 The engine stops.
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Driving Your Vehicle4-36
One-Touch Wipers
For a single wiping cycle, push the lever forward and
release it with the lever in the OFF position.
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NOTICE
 To prevent possible damage to the wipers or
windshield, do not operate the wipers when the
windshield is dry.
 To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not
use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents on or near them.
 To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other
components, do not attempt to move the wipers
manually.
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Wipers and WashersWindshield WipersThe ignition switch must be ON.
To turn the wipers ON, pull the windshield wiper con-
trol lever down.
INT – Intermittent wiper operation
1 – Normal wiper speed
2 – Fast wiper speed
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4-37 Windshield Washers
The ignition switch must be ON for the washer system
to operate. Pull the lever toward you and hold it to acti-
vate the washer. The wiper will automatically turn on
and wipe for 1 to 3 cycles after the lever is released.
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If the washer does not work, check the washer fluid
level. If the fluid level is not sufficient, add an appro-
priate, non-abrasive, windshield washer fluid to the
washer reservoir. The reservoir filler neck is located in
the front of the engine compartment, on the passen-
ger’s side.
CAUTION
Do not use the washer in freezing temperatures
without first warming the windshield with the
defrosters; the washer solution could freeze on
contact with the windshield and obscure your
vision.✽
NOTICE
To prevent possible damage to the washer pump,
do not operate the washer when the fluid reservoir
is empty.
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Driving Your Vehicle4-38 Rear Windshield Wiper and Washer
(If Equipped)The rear window wiper and washer can be activated by
depressing the corresponding switch.
If you want to activate the rear wiper and washer
simultaneously, depress the lower switch. To activate the
rear wiper only, depress the upper switch.
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Rear Window Defroster (If Equipped)Type AThe defroster heats the window to remove frost, fog
and thin ice from the interior and exterior of the rear
window. The ignition switch must be ON for the
defroster to operate.
To activate the rear window defroster, press the rear
window defroster button located in the center console
switch panel. The instrument panel rear window
defroster indicator illuminates when the defroster is
ON.
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Hazard Warning Flasher
The hazard warning flasher causes the rear tail
lights and front turn signal lights to flash on and
off, which serves as a warning to other drivers to
exercise caution when approaching or passing
your vehicle.
To activate the flasher, depress the hazard warning
flasher switch. This switch operates in any igni-
tion switch position.
To turn the flashers off, depress the switch again.
4-39 Type B
The defroster heats the window to remove frost, fog
and thin ice from the interior and exterior of the rear
window. The ignition switch must be ON for the
defroster to operate.
To activate the rear window defroster, press the rear
window defroster button located in the center console
switch panel. The instrument panel rear window
defroster indicator illuminates when the defroster is ON.
The rear window defroster automatically turns OFF
after 20 minutes or when the ignition switch is turned
OFF. To turn off the defroster, press the rear window
defroster button again. If there is heavy accumulation
of snow on the rear window, brush it off before operat-
ing the rear defroster.
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NOTICE
To prevent damage to the conductors bonded to
the inside surface of the rear window, never use
sharp instruments or window cleaners containing
abrasives to clean the window.✽
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged,
operate the defroster only while the engine is run-
ning.
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