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Features of your vehicle
Recirculated air position
The indicator light on the but-
ton is illuminated when the
recirculated air position is
selected.
With the recirculated air posi-
tion selected, air from pas-
senger compartment will be
drawn through the heating
system and heated or cooled
according to the function
selected.
Outside (fresh) air position
The indicator light on the but-
ton is illumimated when the
outside (fresh) air position is
selected.
With the outside (fresh) air
position selected, air enters
the vehicle from outside and
is heated or cooled according
to the function selected.
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NOTICE
It should be noted that prolonged oper-
ation of the heating in recirculated air
position will cause fogging of the wind-
shield and side windows and the air
within the passenger compartment will
become stale.
In addition, prolonged use of the air
conditioning with the “recirculated air
position” selected, will result in exces-
sively dry air in the passenger compart-
ment.
Defrost button
Most of the air flow is directed to the
windshield with a small amount of air
directed to the side window defrosters.
(outlet port: A, D, E)
WARNING
• Continued climate control system
operation in the recirculated air
position may allow humidity to
increase inside vehicle which may
fog the glass and obscure visibility.
• Do not sleep in a vehicle with air
conditioning or heating system on.
It may cause serious harm or death
due to a drop in the oxygen level
and/or body temperature.
• Continued climate control system
operation in the reciruclated air
position can cause drowsiness or
sleepiness, and loss of vehicle con-
trol. Set the air intake control to the
outside (fresh) air position as much
as possible while driving.
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Face position
Air flow is directed toward the
upper body and face.
Additionally, each outlet can
be controlled to direct the air
discharged from the outlet.
(outlet port: B, E)
Face - floor position
Air flow is directed towards
the face and the floor.
(outlet port: B, C, E, F)
Floor position
Most of the air flow is direct-
ed to the floor, with a small
amount of the air being
directed to the windshield
and side window defroster.
(outlet port: A, C, D, E, F)
Floor - defrost position
Most of the air flow is direct-
ed to the floor and the wind-
shield with a small amount
directed to the side window
defrosters.
(outlet port:
A, C, D, E, F)
Instrument panel vents
If air flow control is not satisfactory, check
the instrument panel vents. The outlet
port (B, E) can be opened or closed sep-
arately using the horizontal thumbwheel.
To close the vent, rotate it left to the max-
imum position. To open the vent, rotate it
right to the desired position.
Also, you can adjust the direction of air
delivery from these vents using the vent
control lever as shown.
Air conditioning button
Push the A/C button to turn the air condi-
tioning system on (indicator light will illu-
minate).
Push the button again to turn the air con-
ditioning system off.
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Manual climate control system
To defog inside windshield
1. Select any fan speed.
2. Select desired temperature.
3. Select the or position.
4. The outside (fresh) air will be selected
automatically.
If the outside (fresh) air position are not
selected automatically, press the corre-
sponding button manually.
To defrost outside windshield
1. Set the fan speed to the highest
(extreme right) position.
2. Set the temperature to the extreme hot
position.
3. Select the position.
4. The outside (fresh) air will be selected
automatically.
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING
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WARNING
Do not use the or position
during cooling operation in
extremely humid weather. The dif-
ference between the temperature of
the outside air and that of the wind-
shield could cause the outer sur-
face of the windshield to fog up,
causing loss of visibility. In this
case, set the mode selection knob
to the position and fan speed
control knob to the lower speed.
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Features of your vehicle
Automatic climate control system
To defog inside windshield
1. Select desired fan speed.
2. Select desired temperature.
3. Press the defrost button ( ).
4. The outside (fresh) air position will be
selected automatically.
If the outside (fresh) air position are not
selected automatically, adjust the corre-
sponding button manually.
To defrost outside windshield
1. Set fan speed to the highest (extreme
right) position.
2. Set temperature to the extreme hot
(HI) position.
3. Press the defrost button ( ).
4. The outside (fresh) air position will be
selected automatically.• For maximum defrosting, set the tem-
perature control to the extreme highest
temperature setting 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 position.
• Before driving, clear all snow and ice
from the windshield, rear window, out-
side rear view mirrors, and all side win-
dows.
• Clear all snow and ice from the hood
and air inlet in the cowl grill to improve
heater and defroster efficiency and to
reduce the probability of fogging up
inside of the windshield.
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WARNING
Do not use the or position
during cooling operation in
extremely humid weather. The dif-
ference between the temperature of
the outside air and that of the wind-
shield could cause the outer sur-
face of the windshield to fog up,
causing loss of visibility. In this
case, set the mode selection knob
to the position and fan speed
control knob to the lower speed.
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Defogging logic
Manual climate control system
To reduce the probability of fogging up
the inside of the windshield, the air intake
control is set to the outside (fresh) air
position automatically if any of following
occur.
• The mode is selected to the , or
while the system is activated.
• The ignition switch is turned on while
the mode is selected to the , or
.
• The ignition switch is turned off.
• The fan is off.
• The fan begins to be operated.
Press the air intake control button to
select the recirculated air position while
the ignition switch is on.How to cancel or return defogging logic
of manual climate control system
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.
2. Turn the mode selection knob to the
defrost position ( ).
3. Push the air intake control button
( ) at least 5 times within 3 sec-
onds.
The indicator light in the air intake control
button ( ) will blink 3 times with 0.5
second of interval. It indicates that the
defogging logic is canceled or returned to
the programmed status.
If the battery has been discharged or dis-
connected, it is reset as the defog logic
status.
Automatic climate control system
To reduce the probability of fogging up
inside of the windshield, the air intake
control is set to outside (fresh) air posi-
tion automatically if any of following
occur.
• The ignition switch is turned on while
the mode is selected to the
,.
• The OFF button is pushed.
• The mode is selected to the or
position.
Press the air intake control button to
select the recirculated air position while
the ignition switch is on.
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How to cancel or return defogging logic
of automatic climate control system
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.
2. Select the defrost position pressing
defrost button ( ).
3. While holding the air conditioning but-
ton (A/C) pressed, press the air intake
control button ( ) at least 5 times
within 3 seconds.
The display panel blinks 3 times with 0.5
second of interval. It indicates that the
defogging logic is canceled or returned to
the programmed status.
If the battery has been discharged or dis-
connected, it is reset as the defog logic
status.To keep items from shifting in the cargo
area, you can use the four holders locat-
ed in the cargo area to attach the lug-
gage net.
Contact your authorized Kia dealer to
obtain a luggage net.
LUGGAGE NET HOLDER (IF EQUIPPED)
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Maintenance
Description Fuse rating Protected component
ENG 7.5A Automatic shift lever switch, Vehicle speed sensor, Inhibitor switch, Transaxle control module,
Input speed sensor, Output speed sensor, Back-up lamp switch, Fuel filter
IG1 7.5A Trip computer, Buzzer(Back warning system), Cluster, ESC switch, Ambient temperature sensor, Generator
ABS 7.5A ABS control module, ESC control module, Yaw rate sensor, Steering angle sensor
AIRBAG 15A Air bag control module
ALTERNATOR - Generator relay
SHUNT - Shunt connector
Description Fuse rating Protected component
RR D/LOCK 20A Sliding door lock relay, Sliding door unlock relay, Sliding door lock actuator, Tailgate lock actuator
RR WIPER 15A Rear wiper relay, Rear wiper motor
RR DEFOG 25A Rear window defroster relay, Rear window defroster
POWER TAIL GATE 30A Power tailgate module
P/QUARTER 10A Power rear quarter glass open relay, Power rear quarter glass close relay, Power rear quarter glass motor
RR P/WIN-RH 25A Sliding door power window relay(Right), Sliding door power window motor(Right)
RR P/WIN-LH 25A Sliding door power window relay(Left), Sliding door power window motor(Left)
PSD-RH 30A Power sliding door module(Right)
PSD-LH 30A Power sliding door module(Left)
LUGGAGE 7.5A Step lamp, Power tailgate ON/OFF switch, Tailgate lamp
FUEL DOOR 15A Fuel filler lid relay, Fuel filler lid actuator
RR P/OTLT-LH 15A Rear power outlet(Left)
RR P/OTLT-RH 15A Rear power outlet(Right)
RR DEFOG RELAY - Rear window defroster relay
Rear cargo area panel

Maintenance
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Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt web-
bing
Clean the belt webbing with any mild
soap solution recommended for cleaning
upholstery or carpet. Follow the instruc-
tions provided with the soap. Do not
bleach or re-dye the webbing because
this may weaken it.
Cleaning the interior window glass
If the interior glass surfaces of the vehi-
cle become fogged (that is, covered with
an oily, greasy or waxy film), they should
be cleaned with glass cleaner. Follow the
directions on the glass cleaner container.The emission control system of your
vehicle is covered by a written limited
warranty. Please see the warranty infor-
mation contained in the Warranty &
Consumer Information Manual in your
vehicle.
Vehicle modifications
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification of your Kia could affect its
performance, safety or durability and
may even violate governmental safety
and emissions regulations.
In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from any modification
may not be covered under warranty.
Engine exhaust gas precautions
(carbon monoxide)
• Carbon monoxide can be present with
other exhaust fumes. Therefore, if you
smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside
your vehicle, have it inspected and
repaired immediately. If you ever sus-
pect exhaust fumes are coming into
your vehicle, drive it only with all the
windows fully open. Have your vehicle
checked and repaired immediately.• Do not operate the engine in confined
or closed areas (such as garages) any
more than what is necessary to move
the vehicle in or out of the area.
• When the vehicle is stopped in an
open area for more than a short time
with the engine running, adjust the
ventilation system (as needed) to draw
outside air into the vehicle.
• Never sit in a parked or stopped vehi-
cle for any extended time with the
engine running.
• When the engine stalls or fails to start,
excessive attempts to re-start the
engine may cause damage to the
emission control system.
CAUTION
Do not scrape or scratch the inside
of the rear window. This may result
in damage to the rear window
defroster grid.
WARNING-Exhaust
Engine exhaust gases contain car-
bon monoxide (CO). Though color-
less and odorless, it is dangerous
and could be lethal if inhaled.
Follow the instructions following to
avoid CO poisoning.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

Index
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Air bags-advanced restraint system ·······························3-78
Air cleaner ·····································································6-13
Antenna ········································································3-177
Appearance care·····························································6-43
Audio remote control ···················································3-178
Audio system ·······························································3-179
Automatic climate control system ·······························3-147
Automatic transaxle················································4-5, 6-13
Battery············································································6-28
Before driving ··································································4-2
Brake system··································································4-14
Brakes ············································································6-15
Bulb wattage ····································································7-2
Capacities ·········································································7-3
Child restraint system ····················································3-71
Cruise control system ····················································4-11
Climate control air filter ················································6-17
Defroster ······································································3-135
Dimensions ······································································7-2Door locks ······································································3-11
Driver position memory system ····································3-57
Economical operation ···················································4-25
Electronic stability control·············································4-19
Emergency starting ··························································5-2
Emission control system ················································6-46
Engine compartment ························································6-9
Engine coolant ·······························································6-11
Engine oil ·······································································6-10
Fuel filler lid ··································································3-30
Fuel requirements ····························································1-2
Fuses ··············································································6-20
Gauges ·········································································3-109
Hazard warning flasher ···············································3-136
Homelink® wireless control system····························3-165
Hood···············································································3-29
Horn ·············································································3-134
How to use this manual ···················································1-2
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Index
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Tires ·················································································7-3
Tires and wheels ····························································6-30
Towing ···········································································5-15
Trailer towing ································································4-28
Trip computer·······························································3-112
Vehicle break-in process ··················································1-3
Warnings and indicators···············································3-118
Window ··········································································3-26
Windshield defrosting and defogging··························3-160
Winter driving ································································4-28
Wiper blades ··································································6-18
Wipers and washers ·····················································3-130
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