Kia Magentis 2009 User Manual

kia, the companyCongratulations! Your selection of a KIA was a wise investment. Itwill give you years of driving pleasure. Now that you are the own

2Interior overview / 2-2Instrument panel overview / 2-3Engine compartment / 2-4Your vehicle at a glance

Features of your vehicle344Automatic-Dimming Night VisionSafety™ (NVS®) MirrorThe NVS®Mirror in your vehicle is themost advanced way to reduce annoyin

435Features of your vehicleTo adjust the Zone setting:1. Determine the desired Zone Numberbased upon your current location onthe Zone Map.2. Press and

Features of your vehicle3641. Press and hold the button for morethan 6 seconds. When the compassmemory is cleared a "C" will appear inthe d

437Features of your vehicleStandard programmingTo train most devices, follow theseinstructions:1. For first-time programming, press andhold the two ou

Features of your vehicle384Gate operator & Canadian program-mingDuring programming, your handheldtransmitter may automatically stop trans-mitting.

439Features of your vehicleFCC ID: NZLZTVHL3IC: 4112A-ZTVHL3This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the foll

Features of your vehicle404D140201ANFRemote controlManual typeThe outside rearview mirrors areequipped with a remote control for yourconvenience.It is

441Features of your vehicleD140202AENFolding the outside rearview mirrorTo fold the outside rearview mirror, graspthe housing of the mirror and then f

Features of your vehicle424INSTRUMENT CLUSTER1.Tachometer 2. Engine temperature gauge3. Fuel gauge4. Speedometer5.Turn signal indicators6.Warning and

443Features of your vehicleD150100AUNInstrument panel illumination (if equipped)When the vehicle’s parking lights orheadlights are on, rotate the illu

Your vehicle at a glance22INTERIOR OVERVIEWB010000AMG-EU1. Door lock/unlock button...4-132. Outside rearview mirror control switch*.

Features of your vehicle444D150203AUNEngine temperature gauge This gauge shows the temperature of theengine coolant when the ignition switchis ON.Do

445Features of your vehicleD150205AFDOdometer/Tripmeter (if equipped)Odometer (km or MI)The odometer indicates the total dis-tance the vehicle has bee

Features of your vehicle464To turn the ECO indicator OFF/ON Select the ECO mode by pressing theTRIP button for less than 1 second.Then, press the TRIP

447Features of your vehicleTripmeter (km or miles)This mode indicates the distance of indi-vidual trip since the last tripmeter reset.The meter's

Features of your vehicle484✽✽NOTICE• If the vehicle is not on level ground orthe battery power has been interrupt-ed, the “Distance to empty” function

449Features of your vehicleAverage speed (km/h or mph)This mode calculates the average speedof the vehicle since the last averagespeed reset.Even if t

Features of your vehicle504To turn the ECO indicator OFF/ON • Type ASelect the ECO mode by pressing theTRIP button for less than 1 second.Then, press

451Features of your vehicleD150303AUNAnti-lock brake system(ABS) warning light This light illuminates if the ignition switchis turned ON and goes off

Features of your vehicle524D150305AUNTurn signal indicatorThe blinking green arrows on the instru-ment panel show the direction indicatedby the turn s

453Features of your vehicleD150308AUNParking brake & brake fluidwarning lightParking brake warning This light is illuminated when the parkingbrake

23Your vehicle at a glanceINSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEWB020000AMG-EUOMG0190021. Driver’s Air Bag*...3-402. Light control / Tu

Features of your vehicle544D150309AUNFront fog light indicator (if equipped) This light comes on when the front foglights are ON.D150315AHDTrunk lid

455Features of your vehicleD150320AUNMalfunction indicator light(MIL) (check engine light) This indicator light is part of the EngineControl System wh

Features of your vehicle564D150324AUN-EUESC OFF indicator The ESC OFF indicator will illuminatewhen the ignition switch is turned ON,but should go off

457Features of your vehicleD150326AMGECO indicator (if equipped)The ECO indicator light assists you todrive in the most economical way.The green indic

Features of your vehicle584D190100AMG-EUBattery saver function • The purpose of this feature is to pre-vent the battery from being dis-charged. The

459Features of your vehicleD190402ABHHeadlight position ( )When the light switch is in the headlightposition (2nd position), the head, tail,license an

Features of your vehicle604D190500AUNHigh beam operation To turn on the high beam headlights,push the lever away from you.Pull it backfor low beams.Th

461Features of your vehicleTo signal a lane change, move the turnsignal lever slightly and hold it in position(B).The lever will return to the OFF pos

Features of your vehicle624WIPERS AND WASHERSA :Wiper speed control· MIST – Single wipe· OFF – Off· INT – Intermittent wipe AUTO - AUTO control wipe (

463Features of your vehicleD200101AMGAuto control (if equipped)The rain sensor located on the upper endof the windshield glass senses theamount of rai

Your vehicle at a glance42ENGINE COMPARTMENTB030000AMGOMG019003 Gasoline Engine (2.4L)1. Engine coolant reservoir...7-162. Engine oil

Features of your vehicle644D200200AUNWindshield washers In the OFF position, pull the lever gentlytoward you to spray washer fluid on thewindshield a

465Features of your vehicleD210000AEND210100ANFMap lamp • : Push the switch to turn themap lamp on or off. This lightproduces a spot beam for con-ven

Features of your vehicle664• DOOR (3) :In the DOOR position, the light comes onwhen any door is opened regardless ofthe ignition switch position.When

467Features of your vehicleDEFROSTER D210600AUNVanity mirror lamp (if equipped) Opening the lid of the vanity mirror willautomatically turn on the mi

Features of your vehicle684The indicator on the rear windowdefroster button illuminates when thedefroster is ON.If there is heavy accumulation of snow

469Features of your vehicleMANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)OMG049072D230000ANF1. Fan speed control knob2. Air intake control button3. Mode

Features of your vehicle704D230100AUNHeating and air conditioning1. Start the engine.2. Set the mode to the desired position.3. Set the temperature co

471Features of your vehicleD230101AMGMode selectionThe mode selection knob control thedirection of the air flow through the venti-lation system.Air ca

Features of your vehicle724Instrument panel ventsThe outlet port can be opened or closedseparately using the horizontal thumb-wheel. To close the vent

473Features of your vehicleRecirculated air position The indicator light on the but-ton is illuminated when therecirculated air position isselect

25Your vehicle at a glanceOMG079002N1. Engine coolant reservoir...7-162. Engine oil filler cap...7-153. Brake

Features of your vehicle744D230104AUNFan speed controlThe ignition switch must be in the ONposition for fan operation.The fan speed control knob allow

475Features of your vehicleOperation Tips• To keep dust or unpleasant fumes fromentering the car through the ventilationsystem, temporarily set the ai

Features of your vehicle764Air conditioning system operation tips • If the vehicle has been parked in directsunlight during hot weather, open thewind

477Features of your vehicleD230400AUNChecking the amount of air con-ditioner refrigerant and compres-sor lubricantWhen the amount of refrigerant is lo

Features of your vehicle784AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)OMG049080N1.Temperature control knob2. AUTO (automatic control) button3. Fan

479Features of your vehicleD240100ANFAutomatic heating and air condi-tioningThe automatic climate control system iscontrolled by simply setting the de

Features of your vehicle804D240200AUNManual heating and air condition-ingThe heating and cooling system can becontrolled manually by pushing buttonsot

481Features of your vehicleDefrost-level (A, D)Most of the air flow is directed to thewindshield with a small amount of airdirected to the side window

Features of your vehicle824Temperature conversionIf the battery has been discharged or dis-connected, the temperature mode dis-play will reset to Cent

483Features of your vehicle✽✽NOTICEIt should be noted that prolonged oper-ation of the heating in recirculated airposition will cause fogging of the w

3Seats / 3-2Seat belts / 3-15Child restraint system / 3-26Air bag - supplemental restraint system / 3-34Safety features of your vehicle

Features of your vehicle844D240206AUNAir conditioningPush the A/C button to turn the air condi-tioning system on (indicator light will illu-minate).Pu

485Features of your vehicleWINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGINGD250000AUN• For maximum defrosting, set the temper-ature control to the extreme right/ho

Features of your vehicle864Automatic climate control systemD250201AMG-EUTo defog inside windshield 1. Select desired fan speed.2. Select desired temp

487Features of your vehicleD250301AMG-EUManual climate control system1.Turn the ignition switch to the ON posi-tion.2.Turn the fan speed control knob

Features of your vehicle884D270000AUNThese compartments can be used tostore small items required by the driveror passengers.D270100AFD-EUCenter consol

489Features of your vehicleD270300AUNSunglass holder To open the sunglass holder, press thecover and the holder will slowly open.Place your sunglasses

Features of your vehicle904D280100AMGCigarette lighterFor the cigarette lighter to work, the igni-tion switch must be in the ACC positionor the ON pos

491Features of your vehicleD280300AUNCup holderFrontCups or small beverage cans may beplaced in the cup holders.Rear (if equipped)To open the cover, p

Features of your vehicle924D280500AENPower outletThe power outlet is designed to providepower for mobile telephones or otherdevices designed to operat

493Features of your vehicleD280600AENDigital clockWhenever the battery terminals or relat-ed fuses are disconnected, you mustreset the time.When the i

Safety features of your vehicle23C010000AMGDriver’s seat(1) Seat adjustment, forward / backward(2) Seatback recliner(3) Seat adjustment, height*(4) Se

Features of your vehicle944D281400ANFRear window blind (if equipped)Use the rear window blind to shield therear seats from direct sunlight throughthe

495Features of your vehicleAntennaD300102ABHGlass antenna (if equipped)When the radio power switch is turned onwhile the ignition key is in either the

Features of your vehicle964VOL (▲/▼)• Press the up button (▲) to increasevolume.• Press the down button (▼) to deceasevolume.MODE Press the button to

497Features of your vehicleD300800AEN-EUHow car audio worksAM and FM radio signals are broadcastfrom transmitter towers located aroundyour city. They

Features of your vehicle984• Fading - As your car moves away fromthe radio station, the signal will weakenand sound will begin to fade.When thisoccurs

499Features of your vehicleCare of discs• If the temperature inside the car is toohigh, open the car windows for ventila-tion before using your car au

Features of your vehicle1004A-200MGL1. Power ON/OFF Button & Volume ControlKnob2. FM/AM Selection Button3. Automatic Channel Selection Button4. Pr

4101Features of your vehicle1. Power ON/OFF Button & Volume ControlKnob2. FM/AM Selection Button3. Automatic Channel Selection Button4. Preset But

Features of your vehicle10241. Power ON/OFF Button &Volume Control KnobTurns the set on/off when the IGNITIONSWITH is on ACC or ON. If the button

4103Features of your vehicleFADER ControlTurn the control knob clockwise toemphasize rear speaker sound (frontspeaker sound will be attenuated).Whenth

33Safety features of your vehicleWARNING - Driver’s seat• Never attempt to adjust the seatwhile the vehicle is moving. Thiscould result in loss of con

Features of your vehicle1044A-200MGL1. CD Loading Slot2. CD Eject Button3. INFO Button4. Automatic Track Selection Button5. RANDOM Play Button6. REPEA

4105Features of your vehicleCDC, AUX (PA760S, USA MODEL) A-300MGL1. CD Loading Slot2. CD Eject Button3. INFO Button4. Automatic Track Selection Button

Features of your vehicle10641. CD Loading SlotPlease face printed side upward and gen-tly push in. When the ignition switch is onACC or ON and power i

4107Features of your vehicle8. CD Indicator (CDP Only)When the ignition switch is in ACC or ONand if the CD is loaded, this indicator islighted. If th

Features of your vehicle1084CAUTION IN USING USB DEVICE• To use an external USB device,make sure the device is notmounted when starting up thevehicle

4109Features of your vehicle(Continued)• If USB device is divided by logicaldrives, only the music files on thehighest-priority drive are recog-nized

Features of your vehicle1104A-200MGL1. INFO Selection Button2.TRACK Moving Button3. RANDOM Playback Button4. REPEAT Button5. USB Selection Button6. FO

4111Features of your vehicleUSING USB (PA760S, USA MODEL)A-300MGL1. INFO Selection Button2.TRACK Moving Button3. RANDOM Playback Button4. REPEAT Butto

Features of your vehicle11241. INFO Selection ButtonDisplays the information of the file cur-rently played in the order of FILE NAME➟ TITLE ➟ ARTIST

4113Features of your vehicle1. INFO Selection Button2.TRACK Moving Button3. RANDOM Playback Button4. REPEAT Button5. iPod Selection Button6. CATEGORY

Safety features of your vehicle43Front seat adjustment - manualC010101AUNForward and backwardTo move the seat forward or backward:1. Pull the seat sli

Features of your vehicle1144RUNNING iPod®(PA760S, USA MODEL)A-300MGL1. INFO Selection Button2.TRACK Moving Button3. RANDOM Playback Button4. REPEAT Bu

4115Features of your vehicleIn case the iPod exclusive cable is con-nected to the multiple terminal inside theconsol on the right hand side of the dri

Features of your vehicle1164✽✽NOTICE FOR USING iPodDEVICE• Some iPod models might not sup-port the communication protocoland the files will not be pla

4117Features of your vehicle1. SATELLITE RADIO Selection Button 2. Channel Selection Button 3. Preset Selection Butt

Features of your vehicle1184SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO (PA760S, USA MODEL)A-300MGL1. SATELLITE RADIO Selection Button 2. Channel Selection Button

4119Features of your vehicleHow to Use SIRIUS SatelliteRadioYour Kia vehicle is equipped with 3 monthscomplimentary period of SIRIUS SatelliteRadio so

Features of your vehicle12047. INFO Selection ButtonDisplays the information of the channelcurrently played by in the order of Artist/Song title ➟ Cat

5Before driving / 5-3Key / 5-4Manual transaxle / 5-7Automatic transaxle / 5-10Brake system / 5-16Cruise control system / 5-26Economical operation / 5-

Driving your vehicle25E010000AMGWARNING - ENGINE EXHAUST CAN BE DANGEROUS!Engine exhaust fumes can be extremely dangerous. If, at any time, you smell

53Driving your vehicleE020100AUNBefore entering vehicle• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean.• Check the condit

35Safety features of your vehicleC010103AUNSeat cushion height (for driver’s seat)(if equipped)To change the height of the seat cushion,push the lever

Driving your vehicle45E030100AENIlluminated ignition switch Whenever a front door is opened, theignition switch will be illuminated for yourconvenienc

55Driving your vehicleE030202ABHACC (Accessory)The steering wheel is unlocked and elec-trical accessories are operative.✽✽NOTICEIf difficulty is exper

Driving your vehicle65Starting the engineE040000AUN-EUE040100ABH-EU1. Make sure the parking brake isapplied.2. Place the shift lever in P (Park).Depre

57Driving your vehicleE050000AUNE050100AMGManual transaxle operationThe manual transaxle has 5 forwardgears.This shift pattern is imprinted on the shi

Driving your vehicle85• During cold weather, shifting may bedifficult until the transaxle lubricant haswarmed up. This is normal and notharmful to the

59Driving your vehicleE050101AUNUsing the clutchThe clutch should be pressed all the wayto the floor before shifting, then releasedslowly.The clutch p

Driving your vehicle105AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED)E060000AUNE060100AMGAutomatic transaxle operationThe highly efficient automatic transaxlehas 5

511Driving your vehicleFor smooth operation, depress the brakepedal when shifting from N (Neutral) to aforward or reverse gear.E060101AMGTransaxle ran

Driving your vehicle125R (Reverse)Use this position to drive the vehiclebackward.N (Neutral)The wheels and transaxle are not locked.The vehicle will r

513Driving your vehicle✽✽NOTICE• In sports mode, the driver must exe-cute upshifts in accordance with roadconditions, taking care to keep theengine sp

iThank you for choosing a KIA vehicle.When you require service, remember that your dealer knowsyour vehicle best. Your dealer has factory-trained tech

Safety features of your vehicle63Active headrest (if equipped)The active headrest is designed to moveforward and upward during a rear impact.This help

Driving your vehicle145Shift-lock overrideIf the shift lever cannot be moved fromthe P (Park) position with the brake pedaldepressed, continue depress

515Driving your vehicle• Exercise extreme caution when drivingon a slippery surface. Be especiallycareful when braking, accelerating orshifting gears.

Driving your vehicle165E070100ABHPower brakes Your vehicle has power-assisted brakesthat adjust automatically through normalusage.In the event that t

517Driving your vehicleE070102AUNDisc brakes wear indicator Your vehicle has disc brakes.When your brake pads are worn and newpads are required, you w

Driving your vehicle185E070202AFDReleasing the parking brakeTo release the parking brake, first applythe foot brake and pull up the parkingbrake lever

519Driving your vehicleE070300AMG-ECAnti-lock brake system (ABS)The ABS continuously senses the speedof the wheels. If the wheels are going tolock, th

Driving your vehicle205✽✽NOTICEA click sound may be heard in theengine compartment when the vehiclebegins to move after the engine is start-ed. These

521Driving your vehicleE070500AUN-EUElectronic stability control (ESC)The Electronic Stability control (ESC)system is designed to stabilize the vehicl

Driving your vehicle225E070501AUN-EUESC operationESC ON condition• When the ignition is turnedON, ESC and ESC OFF indi-cator lights illuminate forappr

523Driving your vehicleE070503AUN-EUIndicator lightWhen ignition switch is turned to ON, theindicator light illuminates, then goes off ifESC system is

37Safety features of your vehicleRemovalTo remove the headrest, raise it as far asit can go then press the release button (1)while pulling upward (2).

Driving your vehicle245E070600AMGGood braking practices• After parking the vehicle, check to besure the parking brake is not engagedand that the parki

525Driving your vehicle• If your car is equipped with an auto-matic transaxle, don't let your carcreep forward. To avoid creeping for-ward, keep

Driving your vehicle265E090000AFDThe cruise control system allows you toprogram the vehicle to maintain a con-stant speed without resting your foot on

527Driving your vehicle3. Push the -/SET switch, and release it atthe desired speed. The SET indicatorlight in the instrument cluster will illumi-nate

Driving your vehicle285E090400AUNTo temporarily accelerate with thecruise control on:If you want to speed up temporarily whenthe cruise control is on,

529Driving your vehicleE090600ANFTo resume cruising speed atmore than approximately 40 km/h(25 mph):If any method other than the CRUISEON-OFF switch w

Driving your vehicle305E100000AMG-ECYour vehicle's fuel economy dependsmainly on your style of driving, where youdrive and when you drive.Each of

531Driving your vehicle• Use your air conditioning sparingly.The air conditioning system is operat-ed by engine power so your fuel econ-omy is reduced

Driving your vehicle325E110100AMG-ECHazardous driving conditions When hazardous driving conditions areencountered such as water, snow, ice,mud, sand,

533Driving your vehicle✽✽NOTICEThe ESC system should be turned OFFprior to rocking the vehicle.E110300AUNSmooth corneringAvoid braking or gear changin

Safety features of your vehicle83C010108AUNSeatback pocket (if equipped)The seatback pocket is provided on theback of the front passenger’s and driver

Driving your vehicle345• Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glarefrom other driver's headlights.• Keep your headlights clean and prop-erly aimed o

535Driving your vehicleE110700ABHHighway drivingTiresAdjust the tire inflation pressures tospecification. Low tire inflation pressureswill result in o

Driving your vehicle365E120000ABHMore severe weather conditions of winterresult in greater wear and other prob-lems.To minimize winter driving problem

537Driving your vehicleE120200AUNUse high quality ethylene glycolcoolantYour vehicle is delivered with high qualityethylene glycol coolant in the cool

Driving your vehicle385E120800AMGDon't let your parking brakefreezeUnder some conditions your parkingbrake can freeze in the engaged position.Thi

539Driving your vehicleE140000AUN-ECIf you are considering towing with withyour car, you should first check with yourcountry’s Department of Motor Veh

Driving your vehicle405E140100ASAHitches It's important to have the correct hitchequipment. Crosswinds, large trucksgoing by, and rough roads are

541Driving your vehicleE140400ASADriving with a trailer Towing a trailer requires a certainamount of experience. Before setting outfor the open road,

Driving your vehicle425An authorized KIA dealer can assist youin installing the wiring harness.E140406AUNDriving on grades Reduce speed and shift to a

543Driving your vehicle7. Shut off the vehicle and release thevehicle brakes but leave the parkingbrake set.When you are ready to leave after park-ing

39Safety features of your vehicleC010201AUNForward and backwardPush the control knob forward or back-ward to move the seat to the desiredposition. Rel

Driving your vehicle445E140600AMG-EUIf you do decide to pull a trailerHere are some important points if youdecide to pull a trailer:• Consider using a

545Driving your vehicleE140601AUNWeight of the trailerHow heavy can a trailer safely be? Itshould never weigh more than the maxi-mum trailer weight wi

Driving your vehicle465E150100AUNTire and loading information labelThe label located on the driver's doorsill gives the original tire size, coldt

547Driving your vehicleE150104ABHCargo capacity:The cargo capacity of your vehiclewill increase or decrease dependingon the weight and the number ofoc

Driving your vehicle485Refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weightan

549Driving your vehicleE150200ABHCertification labelThe certification label is located onthe driver's door sill at the center pil-lar.This label

Driving your vehicle505WARNING• Overloading your vehicle cancause heat buildup in yourvehicle's tires and possibletire failure that could lead to

551Driving your vehicleE160000ABHThis section will guide you in the properloading of your vehicle, to keep yourloaded vehicle weight within its design

6Road warning / 6-2In case of an emergency while driving / 6-2If the engine will not start / 6-3Emergency starting / 6-4If the engine overheats / 6-6I

What to do in an emergency26ROAD WARNING F010100AUNHazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher serves as awarning to other drivers to exercisee

Safety features of your vehicle103C010203AUNSeat cushion heightPull the front portion of the control knobup to raise or down to lower the front partof

63What to do in an emergency2.When the car is stopped, turn on youremergency hazard flashers, set theparking brake and put the transaxle inP (automati

What to do in an emergency46EMERGENCY STARTINGF040100AENJump starting Jump starting can be dangerous if doneincorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm toy

65What to do in an emergencyF040101AUNJump starting procedure 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12-volt and that its negative terminal isgrounded.2.

What to do in an emergency66IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATSF050000AMGIf your temperature gauge indicates over-heating, you experience a loss of power,or hear

67What to do in an emergency(Continued)• Be sure to use the correctfront and rear jacking posi-tions on the vehicle; neveruse the bumpers or any other

What to do in an emergency86F070200AMGRemoving and storing the sparetire Turn the tire hold-down wing boltcounterclockwise.Store the tire in the reve

69What to do in an emergency6. Loosen the wheel lug nuts coun-terclockwise one turn each, but donot remove any nut until the tirehas been raised off t

What to do in an emergency1068. Insert the jack handle into the jackand turn it clockwise, raising thevehicle until the tire just clears theground. Th

611What to do in an emergency10.To reinstall the wheel, hold it onthe studs, put the wheel nuts onthe studs and tighten them fingertight.The nuts shou

What to do in an emergency12612. Reinstall the wheel cap by fittingthe boss of the wheel cap in thegroove of the wheel, hitting thecenter of the wheel

311Safety features of your vehicleAdjusting the height up and downTo raise the headrest, pull it up to thedesired position (1). To lower the head-rest

613What to do in an emergencyF070301ABH-ECImportant - use of compact spare tireYour vehicle is equipped with a com-pact spare tire. This compact spare

What to do in an emergency146• Do not take this vehicle through anautomatic car wash while the com-pact spare tire is installed.• The compact spare ti

615What to do in an emergencyTOWINGF080100AUNTowing serviceIf emergency towing is necessary, werecommend having it done by an author-ized KIA dealer o

What to do in an emergency166When towing your vehicle in an emer-gency without wheel dollies :1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC posi-tion.2. Place

617What to do in an emergencyF080300AUNEmergency towingIf towing is necessary, we recommendyou to have it done by an authorizedKIA dealer or a commerc

What to do in an emergency186• Use a towing strap less than 5 m (16feet) long. Attach a white or red cloth(about 30 cm (12 inches) wide) in themiddle

7Engine compartment / 7-2Maintenance services / 7-4Owner maintenance / 7-5Normal maintenance schedule / 7-8Explanation of scheduled maintenance items

Maintenance27ENGINE COMPARTMENT G010000AMGOMG019003 Gasoline Engine (2.4L)1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Engine oil filler cap3. Brake fluid reservoir

73MaintenanceOMG079002N1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Engine oil filler cap3. Brake fluid reservoir4. Air cleaner5. Fuse box6. Negative battery termina

Maintenance47MAINTENANCE SERVICESG020000AUNYou should exercise the utmost care toprevent damage to your vehicle andinjury to yourself whenever perform

Safety features of your vehicle123C010304AFDArmrest (if equipped)To use the armrest, pull it forward fromthe seatback.C010307AMGFolding the rear seat

75MaintenanceG020200AUNOwner maintenance precautions Improper or incomplete service mayresult in problems. This section givesinstructions only for th

Maintenance67OWNER MAINTENANCE G030000AUNThe following lists are vehicle checks andinspections that should be performed bythe owner or an authorized K

77MaintenanceG030103AUNAt least monthly:• Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.• Check the operation of all exteriorlights, including th

Maintenance87NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEG040100AMGEngine control systemMAINTENANCEINTERVALSMAINTENANCE ITEMKilometers or time in months, whichever com

79MaintenanceNORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONTINUED)Chassis and bodyKilometers or time in months, whichever comes first× 1,000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56

Maintenance107NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONTINUED)Chassis and body (Continued)Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first× 1,000 km 8 16 24

711MaintenanceChart symbols:I - Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary, correct, clean, refill, adjust or replace.R - Replace or ch

Maintenance127EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMSG050100AUNEngine oil and filterThe engine oil and filter should bechanged at the intervals spe

713MaintenanceG050700AUNVacuum crankcase ventilationhosesInspect the surface of hoses for evidenceof heat and/or mechanical damage.Hardand brittle rub

Maintenance147G051700AUNParking brakeInspect the parking brake system includ-ing the parking brake pedal and cables.G051900AUNBrake discs, pads, calip

313Safety features of your vehicle1. Slide and upright the front seat to theforward position.2. Lower the headrest to the lowest posi-tion.3.To retrac

715MaintenanceENGINE OILG060100AEN-EUChecking the engine oil level 1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.2. Start the engine and allow it to reac

Maintenance167G060200AUNChanging the engine oil and filterHave engine oil and filter changed by anauthorized KIA dealer according to theMaintenance Sc

717MaintenanceCheck the condition and connections ofall cooling system hoses and heaterhoses. Replace any swollen or deterio-rated hoses.The coolant l

Maintenance187G070200AUNChanging the coolantHave coolant changed by an authorizedKIA dealer according to the MaintenanceSchedule at the beginning of t

719MaintenanceBRAKE FLUIDG080100AMGChecking the brake fluid level Check the fluid level in the reservoir peri-odically. The fluid level should bebetw

Maintenance207POWER STEERING FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)G090100AMGChecking the power steering fluidlevel With the vehicle on level ground, checkthe fluid lev

721MaintenanceAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)G100100AMGChecking the automatic transaxlefluid level The automatic transaxle fluid levelshould

Maintenance227✽✽NOTICE“C” (COLD) range is for reference onlyand should NOT be used to determinetransaxle fluid level.✽✽NOTICENew automatic transaxle f

723MaintenanceWASHER FLUIDG120100AUNChecking the washer fluid level The reservoir is translucent so that youcan check the level with a quick visualin

Maintenance247AIR CLEANER G160100AUN-ECFilter replacement It must be replaced when necessary, andshould not be cleaned and reused.Replace the filter

Safety features of your vehicle143To unfold the rear seat:1. Lift and push the seatback backwardfirmly until it clicks into place (1).2. Return the re

725MaintenanceWIPER BLADES G180100AUNBlade inspection✽✽NOTICECommercial hot waxes applied by auto-matic car washes have been known tomake the windshie

Maintenance267G180201AUNFront windshield wiper blade1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the wiperblade assembly to expose the plasticlocking clip.2. Compr

727MaintenanceG190100AUNFor best battery service• Keep the battery securely mounted.• Keep the battery top clean and dry.• Keep the terminals and conn

Maintenance287G190200AUNBattery recharging Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,calcium-based battery.• If the battery becomes discharged in ashort ti

729MaintenanceG190300AUNReset itemsItems should be reset after the batteryhas been discharged or the battery hasbeen disconnected.• Auto up/down windo

Maintenance307CAUTION• Underinflation also results inexcessive wear, poor handlingand reduced fuel economy.Wheel deformation also ispossible. Keep you

731MaintenanceG200300AUNChecking tire inflation pressureCheck your tires once a month ormore.Also, check the tire pressure of thespare tire.G200301AUN

Maintenance327Remove the valve cap from the tirevalve stem. Press the tire gage firm-ly onto the valve to get a pressuremeasurement.If the cold tire i

733MaintenanceDisc brake pads should be inspectedfor wear whenever tires are rotated.✽✽NOTICERotate radial tires that have anasymmetric tread pattern

Maintenance347G200600AMGTire replacementIf the tire is worn evenly, a tread wearindicator will appear as a solid bandacross the tread.This shows there

315Safety features of your vehicleC020100AUNSeat belt restraint systemSEAT BELTSWARNINGSeat belts are designed to bearupon the bony structure of thebo

735MaintenanceG200601AUNCompact spare tire replacement A compact spare tire has a shortertread life than a regular size tire.Replace it when you can s

Maintenance367G201000AUNTire sidewall labelingThis information identifies anddescribes the fundamental charac-teristics of the tire and also providest

737MaintenanceTire speed ratings The chart below lists many of the dif-ferent speed ratings currently beingused for passenger car tires. Thespeed rat

Maintenance387G201005AUN5. Maximum permissible inflationpressureThis number is the greatest amountof air pressure that should be put inthe tire.Do not

739MaintenanceTemperature -A, B & C The temperature grades are A (thehighest), B and C representing thetire’s resistance to the generation ofheat

Maintenance407Cold Tire Pressure: The amount ofair pressure in a tire, measured inkilopascals (kPa) or pounds persquare inch (psi) before a tire hasbu

741MaintenanceSpeed Rating: An alphanumericcode assigned to a tire indicating themaximum speed at which a tire canoperate.Traction: The friction betwe

Maintenance427Snow tiresIf you equip your car with snow tires,they should be the same size andhave the same load capacity as theoriginal tires. Snow t

743MaintenanceFUSESG210000AMGA vehicle’s electrical system is protectedfrom electrical overload damage byfuses.This vehicle has 2 fuse panels, one loc

Maintenance447G210100AMGInner panel fuse replacement1.Turn the ignition switch and all otherswitches off.2. Open the fuse panel cover.3. Pull the susp

ii12345678IIntroductionYour vehicle at a glanceSafety features of your vehicleFeatures of your vehicleDriving your vehicleWhat to do in an emergencyMa

Safety features of your vehicle163C020101ABH-EUSeat belt warning As a reminder to the driver, the seat beltwarning light will blink for approximately6

745MaintenanceG210101AUNMemory fuseYour vehicle is equipped with a memoryfuse to prevent battery discharge if yourvehicle is parked without being oper

Maintenance467G210201AMGMain fuseIf the main fuse is blown, it must beremoved as follows:1. Remove the fuse panel cover on theright side in the engine

747Maintenance✽✽NOTICENot all fuse panel descriptions in thismanual may be applicable to your vehi-cle. It is accurate at the time of printing.When yo

Maintenance487Driver's side fuse panelFuse Fuse rating Protected componentD/CLOCK 10A O/S MIRROR SW, AUDIO, ETACS, D/CLOCKC/LIGHTER 15A C/LIGHTER

749MaintenanceFuse Fuse rating Protected componentSAFETY PWR 20A SAFETY WDWMIRR HTD 10A RR MIRROR HTDT/LID OPEN 15A F/FILLER ACTR, LATCH_T_LID, ETACSA

Maintenance507Engine compartmentDescription Fuse rating Protected componentALT150A(2.7L)FUSIBLE LINK, FUSE125A(2.4L)IGN1 30AFUSE (A/BAG, TURN, CLUSTER

751MaintenanceDescription Fuse rating Protected component13 SNSR1 15A MAP, MAF, CMP, CCV, VIS, CPSV, ISCA, OCV, EGR, CAM, CKP, TDC SENSOR14 SNSR2 15A

Maintenance527APPEARANCE CAREExterior careG230101AUNExterior general caution It is very important to follow the labeldirections when using any chemica

753MaintenanceWaxingWax the vehicle when water will nolonger bead on the paint.Always wash and dry the vehicle beforewaxing. Use a good quality liquid

Maintenance547G230106AUNAluminum wheel maintenance The aluminum wheels are coated with aclear protective finish.• Do not use any abrasive cleaner, po

317Safety features of your vehicleWARNING• Verify the shoulder belt anchor islocked into position at the appro-priate height. Never position theshould

755MaintenanceHigh-corrosion areasIf you live in an area where your car isregularly exposed to corrosive materials,corrosion protection is particularl

Maintenance567• When cleaning underneath the car,give particular attention to the compo-nents under the fenders and otherareas that are hidden from vi

757MaintenanceG230202AUNCleaning the upholstery and interiortrim Vinyl Remove dust and loose dirt from vinylwith a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.Clean

Maintenance587EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMG270000AUN-EUThe emission control system of yourvehicle is covered by a written limitedwarranty. Please see the w

759MaintenanceG270201AUNCanisterFuel vapors generated inside the fueltank are absorbed and stored in theonboard canister. When the engine isrunning, t

Maintenance607• Do not operate the engine in confinedor closed areas (such as garages) anymore than what is necessary to movethe vehicle in or out of

8Dimensions / 8-2Bulb wattage / 8-2Tires and wheels / 8-3Recommended lubricants and capacities / 8-4Vehicle identification number (VIN) / 8-6Vehicle c

Specifications, Consumer information28DIMENSIONSLight Bulb WattageHeadlights (Low) 55Headlights (High) 55Front turn signal lights 28Position lights 8S

83Specifications, Consumer informationTIRES AND WHEELSI020000BMG* Normal load : Up to 3 personsInflation pressure kPa (psi)Front Rear Front RearP205/

Specifications, Consumer information48RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES I040000AMG-ECTo help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and

Safety features of your vehicle183C020106ABHSeat belts - Front passenger and rearseat 3-point system with combinationlocking retractorTo fasten your s

85Specifications, Consumer informationI040100AUN-EURecommended SAE viscositynumber Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has aneffect on fuel economy and

Specifications, Consumer information68H010000AMGThe vehicle identification number (VIN) isthe number used in registering your carand in all legal matt

87Specifications, Consumer informationH030000AUNThe tires supplied on your new vehicleare chosen to provide the best perform-ance for normal driving.T

IIndex

Index2IAir bag - supplemental restraint system························3-34Air cleaner ································································

I3IndexIf the engine overheats·····················································6-6If the engine will not start ···································

Index4IStorage compartments····················································4-88Sunroof····························································

319Safety features of your vehicleWhen using the rear center seat belt, thebuckle with the “CENTER” mark must beused.To release the seat belt:The seat

Safety features of your vehicle203When the vehicle stops suddenly, or ifthe occupant tries to lean forward tooquickly, the seat belt retractor will lo

321Safety features of your vehicle✽✽NOTICE• Both the driver's and front passen-ger's pre-tensioner seat belts may beactivated in certain fro

Safety features of your vehicle223C020300AUNSeat belt precautionsC020306AUNInfant or small childYou should be aware of the specificrequirements in you

323Safety features of your vehicleWARNING - Shoulder beltson small children• Never allow a shoulder belt to bein contact with a child’s neck orface wh

Safety features of your vehicle243C020302AUNPregnant womenThe use of a seat belt is recommendedfor pregnant women to lessen the chanceof injury in an

325Safety features of your vehicleC020400AUNCare of seat beltsSeat belt systems should never be disas-sembled or modified. In addition, careshould be

1How to use this manual / 1-2Fuel requirements / 1-3Vehicle break-in process / 1-5Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster / 1-6Introduction

Safety features of your vehicle263WARNINGTo reduce the chance of serious orfatal injuries:• Children of all ages are saferwhen restrained in the rear

327Safety features of your vehicleC030100AMG-EUUsing a child restraint systemFor small children and babies, the use ofa child seat or infant seat is r

Safety features of your vehicle283For safety reasons, we recommend thatthe child restraint system be used in therear seats.Since all passenger seat be

329Safety features of your vehicleTo install a child restraint system on theoutboard or center rear seats, do the fol-lowing:1. Place the child restra

Safety features of your vehicle3035. Remove as much slack from the beltas possible by pushing down on thechild restraint system while feeding theshoul

331Safety features of your vehicle1. Route the child restraint seat strapover the seatback.For vehicles with adjustable head-rests, route the tether s

Safety features of your vehicle323C030104AEN-EUSecuring a child restraint seat withchild seat lower anchor systemSome child seat manufacturers makechi

333Safety features of your vehicleLATCH anchors have been provided inyour vehicle. The LATCH anchors arelocated in the left and right outboard rearsea

Safety features of your vehicle343C040000AUN(1) Driver’s front air bag(2) Passenger’s front air bag(3) Side impact air bag (if equipped) (4) Curtain a

335Safety features of your vehicleC040900AEN-EUHow does the air bag systemoperate • Air bags are activated (able to inflate ifnecessary) only when the

Introduction21A010000AHMWe want to help you get the greatestpossible driving pleasure from your vehi-cle.Your Owner’s Manual can assist youin many way

Safety features of your vehicle363C040902AENNoise and smokeWhen the air bags inflate, they make aloud noise and they leave smoke andpowder in the air

337Safety features of your vehicleC040100AMG-ECSRS components and functionsThe SRS consists of the following com-ponents:1. Driver's front air ba

Safety features of your vehicle383The front air bag modules are locatedboth in the center of the steering wheeland in the front passenger's panel

339Safety features of your vehicleWARNING • Do not install or place any acces-sories (drink holder, cassetteholder, sticker, etc.) on the frontpasseng

Safety features of your vehicle403C040400AMG-ECDriver's and passenger's front airbagYour vehicle is equipped with aSupplemental Restraint (A

341Safety features of your vehicle(Continued)• Move your seat as far back aspractical from the front air bags,while still maintaining control ofthe ve

Safety features of your vehicle423C040600AMG-ECSide impact air bag (if equipped)Your vehicle is equipped with a sideimpact air bag in each front and o

343Safety features of your vehicleThe side impact air bags are designed todeploy only during certain side-impactcollisions, depending on the crash sev

Safety features of your vehicle443C040700AMGCurtain air bagCurtain air bags are located along bothsides of the roof rails above the front andrear door

345Safety features of your vehicleC040800AUNWhy didn’t my air bag go off in acollision? (Inflation and non-infla-tion conditions of the air bag)There

13IntroductionA020101AHM-EUYour new vehicle is designed to use onlyunleaded fuel having a pump octanenumber ((R+M)/2) of 87 (ResearchOctane Number 91)

Safety features of your vehicle463C040801AENAir bag inflation conditionsFront air bags Front air bags are designed to inflate in afrontal collision de

347Safety features of your vehicleSide impact and curtain air bagsSide impact and curtain air bags aredesigned to inflate when an impact isdetected by

Safety features of your vehicle483• Frontal air bags are not designed toinflate in rear collisions, because occu-pants are moved backward by theforce

349Safety features of your vehicle• Just before impact, drivers often brakeheavily. Such heavy braking lowers thefront portion of the vehicle causing

Safety features of your vehicle503C041100AHMSRS CareThe SRS is virtually maintenance-freeand so there are no parts you can safelyservice by yourself.

351Safety features of your vehicleC041300AMGAdditional safety precautions• Air bags are activated (able to inflate ifnecessary) only when the ignition

Safety features of your vehicle523C041200AUN-ECAir bag warning labelAir bag warning labels, some requiredby the Canadian Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard

4Keys / 4-3Remote keyless entry / 4-7Theft-alarm system / 4-10Door locks / 4-12Trunk / 4-16Windows / 4-18Hood / 4-23Fuel filler lid / 4-24Sunroof / 4-

Storage compartments / 4-88Interior features / 4-90Audio system / 4-95Features of your vehicle4

43Features of your vehicleD010100AUNRecord your key numberThe key code number is stamped on thebar code tag attached to the key set.Should you lose yo

Introduction41"E85" fuel is an alternative fuel com-prised of 85 percent ethanol and 15 per-cent gasoline, and is manufacturedexclusively fo

Features of your vehicle44D010300CMG-ECImmobilizer system (if equipped)Your vehicle is equipped with an elec-tronic engine immobilizer system toreduce

45Features of your vehicle✽✽NOTICEIf you need additional keys or lose yourkeys, consult an authorized KIA dealer.This device complies with IndustryCan

Features of your vehicle64D010301AMG-EC"Limp Home" Mode and RelatedProceduresIf the immobilizer warning indicator blinksfor five seconds whe

47Features of your vehicleRemote keyless entry systemoperationsD020101ABH-EULock (1)All doors (and trunk) are locked if the lockbutton is pressed.The

Features of your vehicle84D020200AMG-ECTransmitter precautions✽✽NOTICEThe transmitter will not work if any offollowing occur:• The ignition key is in

49Features of your vehicle2. Replace the battery with a new battery(CR2032).When replacing the battery,make sure the battery positive “+”sym-bol faces

Features of your vehicle104D030000AENThis system is designed to provide pro-tection from unauthorized entry into thecar. This system is operated in th

411Features of your vehicleD030400AMG-EEDisarmed stageThe system will be disarmed when thedoors are unlocked with the transmitter.After depressing the

Features of your vehicle124D050100AMG-EUOperating door locks from out-side the vehicle • Turn the key toward the rear of thevehicle to unlock and towa

413Features of your vehicleOperating door locks from insidethe vehicleD050201AMG-EEWith the door lock button• To unlock a door, push the door lockbutt

15IntroductionA030000AUNNo special break-in period is needed. Byfollowing a few simple precautions for thefirst 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add tothe

Features of your vehicle144• When pushing down on the front por-tion (1) of the switch, all vehicle doorswill lock.• When pushing down on the rear por

415Features of your vehicleD050500AMGChild-protector rear door lockThe child safety lock is provided to helpprevent children from accidentally open-in

Features of your vehicle164D070100ANFOpening the trunkWith remote trunk lid releaseTo open the trunk lid without using thekey, pull up the trunk lid r

417Features of your vehicleB540B04Y-AATTrunk lid knob lockIf the trunk lid lock knob (located near thelatch) is in the "LOCK" position when

Features of your vehicle184D080000AFD(1) Driver’s door power window switch(2) Front passenger’s door power win-dow switch(3) Rear door (left) power wi

419Features of your vehicleD080100ABHPower windowsThe ignition switch must be in the ONposition for power windows to operate.Each door has a power win

Features of your vehicle204D080103AUNAuto up/down window (if equipped)(Driver’s window)Depressing or pulling up the power win-dow switch momentarily t

421Features of your vehicle✽✽NOTICEThe automatic reverse feature for thedriver’s window is only active when the“auto up” feature is used by fullypulli

Features of your vehicle224WARNING - Windows• NEVER leave the ignition key inthe vehicle.• NEVER leave any child unattend-ed in the vehicle. Even very

423Features of your vehicleD090100AENOpening the hood 1. Pull the release lever to unlatch thehood. The hood should pop openslightly.2. Go to the fron

Introduction61INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTERSeat belt warning lightHigh beam indicatorTurn signal indicatorABS warning light Parking brak

Features of your vehicle244D100100AUNOpening the fuel filler lidThe fuel filler lid must be opened frominside the vehicle by pushing the fuelfiller li

425Features of your vehicle(Continued)Use only approved portable plas-tic fuel containers designed tocarry and store gasoline.• Do not use cellular ph

Features of your vehicle264D100500ABHEmergency fuel filler lid releaseAn emergency fuel filler lid release islocated in the luggage compartment, onthe

427Features of your vehicleD110000AUNIf your vehicle is equipped with this fea-ture, you can slide or tilt your sunroofwith the sunroof control button

Features of your vehicle284D110101AUNAutomatic reversalIf an object or part of the body is detect-ed while the sunroof is closing automati-cally, it w

429Features of your vehicleD110300ANFSunshade The sunshade will automatically openwith the glass panel when the glasspanel moves. Close it manually i

Features of your vehicle304D130100AUNPower steeringPower steering uses energy from theengine to assist you in steering the vehi-cle. If the engine is

431Features of your vehicleTo change the steering wheel angle, pulldown the lock release lever (1), adjustthe steering wheel to the desired angle(2) a

Features of your vehicle324MIRRORS D140100AHMInside rearview mirrorAdjust the rearview mirror to center onthe view through the rear window. Makethis a

433Features of your vehicleTo operate the electric rearview mirror• Press the ON/OFF button (1) to turnthe automatic dimming function on.The mirror in