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Driving tips10
5Reducing the risk of a rolloverThis multi-purpose passenger vehicle is
defined as a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV).
SUV’s have higher ground clearance and
a narrower track to make them capable
of performing in a wide variety of off-road
applications. Specific design characteris-
tics give them a higher center of gravity
than ordinary cars. An advantage of the
higher ground clearance is a better view
of the road, which allows you to antici-
pate problems. They are not designed for
cornering at the same speeds as con-
ventional passenger drive vehicles, any
more than low-slung sports cars are
designed to perform satisfactorily in off-
road conditions. Due to this risk, driver
and passengers are strongly recom-
mended to buckle their seatbelts. In a
rollover crash, an unbelted person is
more likely to die than a person wearing
a seatbelt. There are steps that a driver
can make to reduce the risk of a rollover.
If at all possible, avoid sharp turns or
abrupt maneuvers, do not load your roof
rack with heavy cargo, and never modify
your vehicle in any way.
Rollover warning labelTo remind you of the danger of the
rollover, a rollover warning label which is
now required by the Federal safety regu-
lations is adhered to the driver’s sunvisor.
To remind you of the danger of the
rollover, the rollover warning label is
adhered to the driver’s sunvisor. If you
close the driver’s sunvisor, you can see
the rollover warning label which is locat-
ed at the side of the air bag warning
label.
WARNING
- Rollover
As with other Sports Utility Vehicle
(SUV), failure to operate this vehicle
correctly may result in loss of con-
trol, an accident or vehicle rollover.
Utility vehicles have a significant-ly higher rollover rate than other
types of vehicles.
Specific design characteristics (higher ground clearance, nar-
rower track, etc.) give this vehicle
a higher center of gravity than
ordinary cars.
A SUV is not designed for corner- ing at the same speeds as con-
ventional vehicles.
Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers.
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely
to die than a person wearing a
safety belt. Make sure everyone in
the vehicle is properly buckled
up.
Avoid Abrupt Maneuversand Excessive Speed.
Always Buckle Up.
See Owner's Manual
For Further Information.

Driving tips14
5
Traveling to remote areasIt makes sense to plan your trip, espe-
cially when going to a remote area. Know
the terrain and plan your route. You are
much less likely to encounter unwanted
surprises. Get accurate maps of trails.
It’s also a good idea to travel with at least
one other vehicle. If something happens
to one of them, the other can quickly
help.
WARNING
- Cargo
Cargo piled close to the height of
(or higher than) the seat backs
can be thrown forward during a
sudden stop or on downhill
slopes. You or your passengers
could be severely injured. Keep
cargo below the top of the seat
backs and, if possible, do not pile
separate items.
Unsecured cargo in the cargo area can be tossed about when
driving on the highways or over
rough terrain. You or your passen-
gers can be struck by flying
objects and severely injured.
Secure the cargo properly.
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Cargo should not be carried onthe roof without a proper roof
rack installed. The roof rack will
hold a maximum of 45 kg (100
lbs.). Heavy loads in a roof rack
raise the vehicle’s center of grav-
ity, making it more likely to roll
over. You can be seriously or
fatally injured if the vehicle rolls
over. Do not load cargo on the
roof while driving off-road, if at all
possible. Put heavy loads inside
the cargo area, not on the roof or
in a roof rack. Keep cargo in the
cargo area as far forward and low
as possible.

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In case of an emergency
Driver side panel
Description Fuse rating Protected component
W/SHD*15A Rear window defroster
TPMS* 10A Tire pressure monitoring system
WIPER(FRT) 20A Front wiper
DRL/OBD-II* 15A Daytime running light
HAZARD 15A Hazard warning light
WIPER(RR) 10A Rear wiper
S/ROOF* 20A Sunroof
O/S MIRROR 10A Outside rearview mirror
RELAY COIL 10A Ignition coil
START 10A Start motor
S/WARMER 20A Seat warmer
ACC 15A Accessory
STOP LAMP 20A Stop light
TCCS 20A TCS, ESC, Immobilizer
ROOM LAMP 10A Room lamp
CIGAR(FRT) 15A Cigar lighter
O/S MIRROR DEF 20A Outside rearview mirror heater
ENGINE 10A Engine control unit
METER 10A Multi-meter
ABS IG 10A ABS
A/BAG 10A Airbag
TURN LAMP 10A Turn signal light
POWER SEAT 30A Power seat
DOOR LOCK 20A Central door lock
SPARE 20A Spare fuse*: if equipped

Specifications28SPECIFICATIONSThe specifications given here are for general information only. Although this information was accurate at the time of printing, Kia
reserves the right to change its vehicles or their specifications without notice. Please check with an authorized Kia dealer for more
precise and more up-to-date information.
Item mm (in)
Overall length 4,590 (180.7)
Overall width 1800(70.9 ) / 1885 (74.2)*
1
Overall height 1725 (67.9) / 1805 (71.1)*
2
Front tread 1580 (62.2)
Rear tread 1580 (62.2)
Wheelbase 2710 (106.7)Dimensions
Bulb wattage*1With side garnish*
2With roof rack
WeightsRefer to the compliance label describing GVWR & GAWR
weights attached to your vehicle.
(see page 5-39, Label information)
Light BulbWattage
Exterior Lights
Headlights (High/Low) 55 / 55
Front turn signal / position lights 28 / 8
Side repeater lights (if equipped) LED *
1
Front fog lights 27
Front side marker 5
Rear turn signal lights 27
Stop and tail lights (if equipped) 27 / 8
Back-up lights 18
License plate lights 5
High mounted stop light 5
Rear side marker 5
Interior Lights
Room lamp 10
Map lamp 10
Rear cargo area lamp 10
Door courtesy lamp (if equipped) 5
Vanity mirror lamp 3*1LED : Light-emitting diode

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Index
If you have a flat tire ··················\
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Ignition switch ··················\
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Immobilizer system ··················\
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In case of an emergency while driving ··················\
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Instrument cluster ··················\
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Instrument panel overview ··················\
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Interior care··················\
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Interior features ··················\
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Interior lights ··················\
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Keys ··················\
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Label information ··················\
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Lighting ··················\
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Limited slip differential··················\
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Lubricant specifications ··················\
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Lubricants and fluids ··················\
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Luggage center box ··················\
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Luggage net ··················\
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Maintenance schedule Owner maintenance ················7-7
Maintenance services ··················\
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Manual climate control system··················\
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Mirrors ··················\
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Multi-meter··················\
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Overheating ··················\
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Owner maintenance ··················\
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Power steering ··················\
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Rear parking assist system·············\
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Remote keyless entry ··················\
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Road warning ··················\
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Roof rack ··················\
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Safety belts··················\
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Seat ··················\
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Special driving conditions ··················\
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Specifications ··················\
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Starting the engine ··················\
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Steering wheel···············\
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Storage compartment ··················\
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Suggestions for economical operation··················\
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Sunroof ··················\
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