KIA Sportage 2005 JE_ / 2.G Owner's Manual

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Air conditioning system oper-
ation tips  If the vehicle has been parked in
direct sunlight during hot weather,
open the windows for a short time
to let the hot air inside the vehicle
escape.
 To help reduce moisture inside of
windows on rainy humid days,
decrease the humidity inside the
vehicle by operating the air condi-
tioning system.
 During air conditioning system
operation, you may occasionally
notice a slight change in engine
speed at idle as the air condition-
ing compressor cycles on. This is
a normal system operating charac-
teristic. Use the air conditioning system
every month if only for a few min-
utes to ensure maximum system
performance.
 When using the air conditioning
system, you may notice clear water
dripping (or even pudding) on the
ground under the passenger side
of the vehicle. This is a normal sys-
tem operating characteristic.
 The air conditioning system
includes a function that automati-
cally turns the air conditioning
compressor off if engine coolant
temperature approaches an over
heating level. The air conditioning
compressor operation will resume
once engine coolant temperature
returns to the normal range. Also,
the air conditioning compressor is
automatically turned off for a few
seconds when the accelerator is
fully depressed (wide open throt-
tle). When operating the air condition-
ing system use the outside (fresh)
air position.
 Operating the air conditioning sys-
tem in the recirculated air position
does provide maximum cooling,
however, continual operation in this
mode may cause the air inside the
vehicle to become stale.
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Checking the amount of air
conditioner refrigerant and
compressor lubricantWhen the amount of refrigerant is
low, the performance of the air con-
ditioning is reduced. Overfilling also
has a bad influence on the air condi-
tioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is
found, have the system inspected by
an authorized Kia dealer.
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NOTICEWhen the performance of the air
conditioning system is reduced it is
important that the correct type and
amount of oil and refrigerant is
used. Otherwise, damage to the
compressor and abnormal system
operation may occur.
CAUTION
The air conditioning system
should be serviced by an
authorized Kia dealer. Improper
service may cause serious
injury.Air conditioner refrigerant and compressor lubricantThe system complies with SAE J-639.Item Type Amount
Refrigerant R-134a 485 ~ 535 g (17.1~18.9 oz.)
Compressor lubricant PAG (ND-OIL8)2.0L 120~135 cc (7.3~8.2 in
3)
2.7L 200 ~ 215 cc (12.2~13.1 in
3)
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Manual climate control systemTo defog inside windshield 1. Select any fan speed.
2. Select desired temperature.
3. Select the or position.
4. The outside (fresh) air position is
automatically selected.
If the outside (fresh) air position is
not selected automatically, press the
corresponding 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 position is
automatically selected.
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING
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Do not use the or posi-
tion during cooling operation in
extremely humid weather. The
difference between the tempera-
ture of the outside air and that
of the windshield could cause
the outer surface of the wind-
shield 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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Automatic climate control sys-
temTo defog inside windshield 1. Select desired fan speed.
2. Select desired temperature.
3. Press the defrost button ( ).
4. The outside (fresh) air position is
automatically selected.
If the outside (fresh) air position are
not selected automatically, press the
corresponding 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 is
automatically selected.
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Do not use the or posi-
tion during cooling operation in
extremely humid weather. The
difference between the tempera-
ture of the outside air and that
of the windshield could cause
the outer surface of the wind-
shield 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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 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 inside of the wind-
shield.
Defogging logicManual climate control systemTo 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.
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The indicator light in the air intake
control button will blink 3 times at 0.5
second intervals. This indicates that
the defogging logic is canceled or
has returned to the programmed
condition.
If the battery has been discharged or
disconnected, the defog logic is reset
to the original condition.
Automatic climate control systemTo reduce the probability of fogging
up inside of the windshield, the air
intake control is set to outside (fresh)
air position automatically if any of fol-
lowing 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.How to cancel or return defogging
logic of automatic climate control sys-
tem
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.
2. Select the defrost position press-
ing defrost button ( ).
3. While holding the air conditioning
button (A/C) pressed, press the air
intake control button ( ) at least
5 times within 3 seconds.
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The A/C display will blink 3 times at
0.5 second intervals. This indicates
that the defogging logic is canceled
or has returned to the programmed
condition.
If the battery has been discharged or
disconnected, the defog logic is reset
to the original condition.
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Fuel requirements / 5-2
Emission control system / 5-3
Before driving / 5-5
Suggestions for economical operation / 5-6
Special driving conditions / 5-7
Using four-wheel drive / 5-14
Weight of the vehicle
- With and without a trailer / 5-32
Trailer towing / 5-34
Overloading / 5-41
Vehicle load limit / 5-42
Label information / 5-52
Driving tips
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Driving tips2 5FUEL REQUIREMENTSGasoline engine (unleaded)Your new Kia vehicle is designed to
use only unleaded fuel with a mini-
mum Octane Rating of 87 Anti-
Knock Index (AKI).✽ ✽
NOTICENEVER USE LEADED FUEL. The
use of leaded fuel is detrimental to
the catalytic converter and will
damage the engine control system’s
oxygen sensor and affect emission
control.
Never add any fuel system cleaning
agents to the fuel tank other than
what Kia has specified. (Consult an
Authorized Kia Dealer for details.)
Gasoline containing alcohol
and methanolGasohol, a mixture of gasoline and
ethanol (also known as grain alco-
hol), and gasoline or gasohol con-
taining methanol (also known as
wood alcohol) are being marketed
along with or instead of leaded or
unleaded gasoline.
Do not use gasohol containing more
than 10% ethanol, and do not use
gasoline or gasohol containing any
methanol. Either of these fuels may
cause drivability problems and dam-
age to the fuel system.
Discontinue using gasohol of any
kind if drivability problems occur.Vehicle damage or driveability prob-
lems may not be covered by the
manufacturer’s warranty if they result
from the use of:
1. Gasohol containing more than
10% ethanol.
2. Gasoline or gasohol containing
methanol.
3. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol.
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NOTICENever use gasohol which contains
methanol. Discontinue use of any
gasohol product which impairs dri-
vability.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMThe emission control system of your
vehicle is covered by a written limited
warranty. Please see the warranty
information 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 modifi-
cation may not be covered under
warranty.
Engine exhaust gas precau-
tions (carbon monoxide)  Carbon monoxide can be present
with other exhaust fumes.
Therefore, if you smell exhaust
fumes of any kind inside your vehi-
cle, have it inspected and repaired
immediately by an authorized Kia
dealer. If you ever suspect exhaust
fumes are coming into your vehi-
cle, drive it only with all the win-
dows fully open. Have your vehicle
checked and repaired immediately. Do not operate the engine in con-
fined 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
vehicle for any extended time with
the engine running.
 Inspect the emission control sys-
tem whenever engine stalls.
 When the engine stalls or fails to
start, excessive attempts to re-
start the engine may cause dam-
age to the emission control sys-
tem.
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WARNING
Engine exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide (CO). Though
colorless and odorless, it is
dangerous and could be lethal if
inhaled. Follow the instructions
following to avoid CO poison-
ing.
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