Kia Sedona 2008 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 owner

3Keys / 3-3Remote keyless entry / 3-4Theft-alarm system / 3-7Immobilizer system / 3-9Door locks / 3-11Power sliding door and power tailgate / 3-17Wind

391Features of your vehicleWhy didn’t my air bag go off in acollision?(Inflation and non-inflation conditionsof the air bag)There are many types of ac

Features of your vehicle923Air bag inflation conditionsFront air bag Front air bags are designed to inflatewhen the impact is delivered to front col-l

393Features of your vehicleSide air bags (if equipped)Side air bags (side and/or curtain airbags) are designed to inflate when animpact is detected by

Features of your vehicle943• Frontal air bags are not designed toinflate in rear collisions, because occu-pants are moved backward by theforce of the

395Features of your vehicle• Just before impact, drivers often brakeheavily. Such heavy braking lowers thefront portion of the vehicle causing it to“r

Features of your vehicle963Air bag system operation• Air bag only operates when the ignitionswitch is turned to the ON or STARTpositions.• Air bags in

397Features of your vehicleNoise and smokeWhen the air bags inflate, they make aloud noise and they leave smoke andpowder in the air inside of the veh

Features of your vehicle983Installing a child restraint on afront passenger’s seat is forbid-den.Never place a rear-facing child restraintin the front

399Features of your vehicleSRS careYour Supplemental Restraint System isvirtually maintenance-free. There are noparts which you can service.You must h

Features of your vehicle1003Air bag warning labelAir bag warning labels which are now required by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) a

Warnings and indicators / 3-118Interior lights / 3-123Lighting / 3-126Wipers and washers / 3-130Horn / 3-134Defroster / 3-135Hazard warning flasher /

3 101Features of your vehiclePower steeringPower steering uses energy from theengine to assist you in steering the vehi-cle. If the engine is off or i

Features of your vehicle1023Tilt steering A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjustthe steering wheel before you drive. Youcan also raise it to the h

3 103Features of your vehicleOutside rearview mirror Be sure to adjust mirror angles beforedriving.Your vehicle is equipped with both left-hand and r

Features of your vehicle1043Outside rearview mirror heater (if equipped) The outside rearview mirror heater isactuated in connection with the rear win

3 105Features of your vehicleAutomatic mirror adjustment in reversemaneuvers (if equipped)When the transaxle gear is shifted intoreverse (R), the outs

Features of your vehicle1063Rearview mirror Adjust the rearview mirror to center onthe view through the rear window. Makethis adjustment before you s

3 107Features of your vehicleType ATo operate the electric rearview mirrorPress the ON/OFF button (1) to turn theautomatic- dimming function on. The m

Features of your vehicle1083INSTRUMENT CLUSTER1. Tachometer 2. Turn signal indicators3. Speedometer4. Engine temperature gauge5. Warning and indicator

3 109Features of your vehicleSpeedometerThe speedometer indicates the forwardspeed of the vehicle.Odometer/Trip odometerYou can choose the odometer, t

Features of your vehicle1103Trip odometerTRIP A: Trip odometer ATRIP B: Trip odometer BThe trip odometer indicates the distanceof individual trips sel

33Features of your vehicleThe key code number is stamped on theplate attached to the key set. Should youlose your keys, this number will enablean auth

3 111Features of your vehicleFuel gaugeThe fuel gauge indicates the approxi-mate amount of fuel remaining in the fueltank.Fuel tank capacity : 80 lite

Features of your vehicle1123The trip computer is a microcomputer-controlled driver information system thatdisplays information related to driving,incl

3 113Features of your vehicleCalibration procedureThe compass may not indicate the cor-rect compass direction when you are dri-ving in certain areas (

Features of your vehicle1143Setting the compass zoneThis compass must be set to compen-sate for the variation between true northand magnetic north. To

3 115Features of your vehicleCompass zone map

Features of your vehicle1163Distance to empty (“RANGE”shown on display)This mode indicates the estimated dis-tance to empty based on the current fueli

3 117Features of your vehicleAverage fuel consumption (“AVG”shown on display)This mode calculates the average fuelconsumption from the total fuel used

Features of your vehicle1183Checking operation All warning lights are checked by turningthe ignition switch ON (do not start theengine). Any light tha

3 119Features of your vehicleSafety belt warning light If the driver's safety belt is not fastenedwhen the key is turned ON or if it isunfastened

Features of your vehicle1203To check bulb operation, check whetherthe parking brake and brake fluid warninglight illuminates when the ignition switchi

Features of your vehicle43(1) Lock ( )All doors are locked if the lock buttonis pressed.If all doors are closed, the hazardwarning lights blink once t

3 121Features of your vehicleImmobilizer indicator (if equipped)This light illuminates when the immobiliz-er key is inserted and turned to the ONposit

Features of your vehicle1223ESC indicator (Electronic StabilityControl) (if equipped)The ESC indicator will illuminate whenthe ignition switch is turn

3 123Features of your vehicleINTERIOR LIGHTS 1VQA21411VQA2140Main control switchMap lightOFF Any ON OFFClose ON OFF*2)ON ( ) AnyMap lights operating l

Features of your vehicle12431VQA21411VQA2333Main control switchOFF AnyClose ON OFF*2)OFFON ( ) AnyDome lights operating logicMain controlswitch status

3 125Features of your vehicle1VQA21411VQA2311Main control switchTailgate lightOpen ON OFFCloseON ( ) AnyTailgate light operating logicMain control swi

Features of your vehicle1263Door courtesy lamp (if equipped)The door courtesy lamp comes ON whenthe door is opened to assist entering orexiting the ve

3 127Features of your vehicleRescue mode functionIf your vehicle has any problem on thevehicle network system, the headlights(low beam) and parking li

Features of your vehicle1283Headlight position ( )When the light switch is in the headlightposition (2nd position) the head, tail,position, license an

3 129Features of your vehicleTurn signals (A)The ignition switch must be on for theturn signals to function. To turn on theturn signals, move the leve

Features of your vehicle1303Daytime running light (if equipped)Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can makeit easier for others to see the front of yourvehic

35Features of your vehicle✽NOTICEThe power sliding door and power tail-gate are not opened by pressing the cor-responding button on the transmitterdir

3 131Features of your vehicleA : Wiper speed control· MIST – Single wipe· OFF – Off· INT/AUTO – Intermittent wipe orAUTO control wipe · LO – Low wiper

Features of your vehicle1323Auto control (if equipped)The rain sensor located on the upper endof windshield glass senses the amount ofrainfall and con

3 133Features of your vehicleVariable intermittent wipersSet the lever to the INT/AUTO positionand choose the desired wiper interval byturning the rin

Features of your vehicle1343Rear window wiper and washerswitch (if equipped)The rear window wiper and washerswitch is located at the end of the wipera

3 135Features of your vehicleThe defroster heats the window toremove frost, fog and thin ice from theinterior and exterior of the rear window,while en

Features of your vehicle1363Front windshield deicer(if equipped)The engine must be running to enablethis feature. To activate the front wind-shield de

3 137Features of your vehicleMANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)OVQ038060N1. Driver’s temperature control knob2. Passenger’s temperature contr

Features of your vehicle1383Heating and ventilation (front)Fan speed control knobThe ignition switch must be in the ONposition for fan operation.The f

3 139Features of your vehicleTemperature control knobThe temperature control knob allows youto control the temperature of the air flow-ing from the ve

Features of your vehicle1403Outlet port locationsMAX/ A/C position When you select the MAXA/C mode while the fanspeed is on, the followingsystem setti

Features of your vehicle63This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210. Operationis subject to the following two conditions:1. This devic

3 141Features of your vehicleFace - floor position Air flow is directed towardsthe face and the floor.(outlet port: B, C, E, F)OFF positionThe fan is

Features of your vehicle1423Heating and ventilation (rear)Temperature, fan speed and mode of therear climate control system can be con-trolled indepen

3 143Features of your vehicleRear fan speed controlFrom front seatSet the rear fan speed control (REAR)knob in the front climate control panel tothe d

Features of your vehicle1443From rear seatSet the rear fan speed control (REAR)knob in the front climate control panel tothe R position and turn the r

3 145Features of your vehicleRear ventsThe vent can be adjusted by rotating theblade.✽NOTICEIf all the vents are closed, it may causesome noise. Alway

Features of your vehicle1463Air conditioning system operation tips • If the vehicle has been parked in directsunlight during hot weather, open thewin

3 147Features of your vehicleAUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)1. AUTO (automatic control) button2. Driver’s temperature control button3.

Features of your vehicle1483Automatic operationThe automatic climate control system iscontrolled by simply setting the desiredtemperature.The Full Aut

3 149Features of your vehicleManual operation The heating and cooling system can becontrolled manually as well by pushingbuttons other than the AUTO

Features of your vehicle1503Adjusting the driver and passenger sidetemperature equally1. Press the DUAL button again to deac-tivate DUAL mode. The pas

37Features of your vehicleThis system is designed to provide pro-tection from unauthorized entry into thecar. This system is operated in threestages:

3 151Features of your vehicleRecirculated air positionThe indicator light on the but-ton is illuminated when therecirculated air position isselected.W

Features of your vehicle1523Mode selection button The mode selection button controls thedirection of the air flow through the venti-lation system.The

3 153Features of your vehicleFace position Air flow is directed toward theupper body and face.Additionally, each outlet canbe controlled to direct the

Features of your vehicle1543OFF buttonPush the OFF button to turn off the air cli-mate control system. However you canstill operate the mode and air i

3 155Features of your vehicleHeating and ventilation (rear)Temperature, fan speed and mode of therear climate control system can be con-trolled indepe

Features of your vehicle1563Rear temperature controlFrom front seatSet the rear fan speed control (REAR)knob in the front climate control panel tothe

3 157Features of your vehicleWhen the rear fan speed control (REAR)knob in the front climate control panel isin the R position, the rear mode is selec

Features of your vehicle1583Air conditioning All Kia Air Conditioning Systems arefilled with environmentally friendly R-134a refrigerant which is not

3 159Features of your vehicleChecking the amount of air con-ditioner refrigerant and compres-sor lubricantWhen the amount of refrigerant is low,the pe

Features of your vehicle1603Manual climate control systemTo defog inside windshield 1. Select any fan speed.2. Select desired temperature.3. Select t

Features of your vehicle83Theft-alarm stageThe alarm will be activated if any of thefollowing occurs while the system isarmed.• A front or rear door i

3 161Features of your vehicleAutomatic climate control systemTo defog inside windshield 1. Select desired fan speed.2. Select desired temperature.3.

Features of your vehicle1623Defogging logicManual climate control systemTo reduce the probability of fogging upthe inside of the windshield, the air i

3 163Features of your vehicleHow to cancel or return defogging logicof automatic climate control system1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”position

Features of your vehicle1643If the vehicle has a roof rack, you canload cargo on top of your vehicle.Crossbars and fixing components need-ed to instal

3 165Features of your vehicleYour new mirror comes with an integrat-ed HomeLink Universal Transceiver,which allows you to program the mirror toactivat

Features of your vehicle16631. When programming the buttons for thefirst time, press and hold the left andcenter buttons (,)simultane-ously until the

3 167Features of your vehicleRolling code programmingTo train a garage door opener (or otherrolling code equipped devices) with therolling code featur

Features of your vehicle1683Reprogramming a singleHomeLink buttonTo program a device to HomeLink usinga HomeLink button previously trained,follow thes

3 169Features of your vehicleThese compartments can be used tostore small items required by the driveror passengers.STORAGE COMPARTMENT CAUTIONTo avoi

Features of your vehicle1703Glove boxThe glove box can be locked andunlocked with a master key. (if equipped)To open the glove box, make sure it isunl

39Features of your vehicleYour vehicle is equipped with an elec-tronic engine immobilizer system toreduce the risk of unauthorized vehicleuse.Your imm

3 171Features of your vehicleSide table (if equipped)The side table is located on the inner por-tion of the passenger’s seat.To use the table, pull th

Features of your vehicle1723Cigarette lighter (if equipped)To operate the cigarette lighter, press it inand release it. When it is heated, it auto-mat

3 173Features of your vehicleCup holderFrontTo use the cup holders, pull the cup hold-er cover out. Push the cover to close afteruse.Center (if equipp

Features of your vehicle1743RearCups or small beverage cans may beplaced in the cup holders.Shopping bag holderRear✽NOTICEDo not hang heavy bags, sinc

3 175Features of your vehicleSunvisorUse the sunvisor to shield direct lightthrough the front or side windows.To use a sunvisor, pull it downward.To u

Features of your vehicle1763(1) : It can be used when the ignitionswitch is in ACC or ON position.(2), (3) : It can be used regardless of theignition

3 177Features of your vehicle• HOUR:Pressing the “H” button with your fin-ger, a pencil or similar object willadvance the time displayed by onehour.•

Features of your vehicle1783The steering wheel audio remote controlbutton is installed to promote safe dri-ving.✽NOTICEDo not operate audio remote con

3179Features of your vehicleHow car audio worksAM and FM radio signals are broadcastfrom transmitter towers located aroundyour city. They are intercep

Features of your vehicle1803• Fading - As your car moves away fromthe radio station, the signal will weakenand sound will begin to fade. When thisoccu

Features of your vehicle1033. To enter the first digit (in this example“2”), turn the ignition key to the ON andACC position twice. Perform the samepr

3181Features of your vehicleCare of disc (if equipped)• If the temperature inside the car is toohigh, open the car windows for ventila-tion before usi

Features of your vehicle18231. POWER ON-OFF, VOLUME Control Knob2. BAND (AM/FM) Select Buttons 3. TUNE Select/AUDIO Control Knob4. AUTO SEEK Select Bu

3183Features of your vehicle1. POWER ON-OFF Control Knob• The radio unit may be operated whenthe ignition key is in the “ACC”or “ON”position. Press th

Features of your vehicle18435. RADIO SCAN ButtonWhen you Press the button, frequency ischanged and the next channel isreceived automatically.To stay o

3185Features of your vehicle1. CD or CD/AUX Select Button2. TRACK UP/DOWN Button 3. FF/REW Button4. REPEAT (RPT) Button5. CD SCAN Button6. CD EJECT Bu

Features of your vehicle18631. CD or CD/AUX Select ButtonCD Select• Insert the CD with the label facingupward.• Insert the CD to start CD playback,dur

3187Features of your vehicle6. CD EJECT ButtonWhen the button is pressed with a CDloaded, the CD will eject.Forcing to eject : To force to eject a CD

Features of your vehicle18831. POWER ON-OFF, VOLUME Control Knob2. BAND Select Button3. RADIO SCAN Button4. EQ Button5. AUTO SEEK Select Button6. PRES

3189Features of your vehicle1. POWER ON-OFF Control Knob• The radio unit may be operated whenthe ignition key is in the "ACC" or "ON&qu

Features of your vehicle19037. AUDIO CONTROL / TUNE SelectButton7-1. AUDIOPressing the changes the BASS, MID-RANGE, TREBLE, FADER and BAL-ANCE TUNE mo

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

311Features of your vehicleOperating door locks from out-side the vehicle • Turn the key toward rear of vehicle tounlock and toward front of vehicle t

3191Features of your vehicle1. AUDIO/MP3 CD or CD/AUX Select Button2. TRACK UP/DOWN Button3. FF/REW Button4. REPEAT (RPT) Button5. RANDOM (RDM) Button

Features of your vehicle19231. AUDIO/MP3 CD or CD/AUXSelect ButtonAUDIO/MP3 CD Select• Insert the CD with the label facingupward.• Insert the CD to st

3193Features of your vehicle4. REPEAT (RPT) Button• To repeat the track you are currentlylistening to, press the RPT button. Tocancel, press it again.

Features of your vehicle194310. CD SCAN Button• To playback the first 10 seconds ofeach track, press the CD SCAN buttonmore than 0.8 seconds.• To play

3195Features of your vehicle✽NOTICE• Do not insert warped or poor qualitydiscs into the CD player as damage tothe unit may occur.• Do not insert anyth

Features of your vehicle19631. POWER ON-OFF, VOLUME Control Knob2. BAND Select Button 3. AUTO SEEK Select Button4. CD SCAN Button5. EQ Select Button6.

3197Features of your vehicle1. POWER ON-OFF Control Knob• The radio unit may be operated whenthe ignition key is in the "ACC" or “ON”positio

Features of your vehicle1983A total of 18 stations can be pro-grammed by selecting one AM and twoFM station per button.• When completed, any preset st

3199Features of your vehicleCOMPACT DISC PLAYER/CD AUTO CHANGER OPERATION (M466) (IF EQUIPPED)- COMPATIBLE WITH MP3/WMAVQM466USA1. LOAD Select Button2

Features of your vehicle20031. LOAD ButtonThis compact disc player will accommo-date up to six compact discs.To insert multiple discs into the player,

Features of your vehicle123To lock a door without the key, push theinside door lock button (1) or door lockswitch (2) to the “Lock” position and close

3201Features of your vehicle✽NOTICEPlayback of MP3 and WMA file formatsare supported. Load to play time forthese formats may be longer due to thecompr

Features of your vehicle20238. CD SCAN Button• To playback the first 10 seconds ofeach track, press the CD SCAN buttonmore than 0.8 seconds.• To playb

3203Features of your vehicle12. DISC UP/DOWN Button• By pressing "DISC "/"DISC "while CD changer is playing you canmove backward o

Features of your vehicle2043✽NOTICE• Do not insert warped or poor qualitydiscs into the CD player as damage tothe unit may occur.• Do not insert anyth

3205Features of your vehicleWelcomeThe Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE)System is a compact, built-in, easy-to-useentertainment system designed to provide

Features of your vehicle2063Viewing/Adjusting the MonitorTo view the monitor, locate the latch onthe bottom center of the mounted unitand pull it forw

3207Features of your vehicleTo turn the headphones on, push the but-ton (➊) once. Push the button again toturn the headphones off. The red LEDindicato

Features of your vehicle2083Connecting Other Devices to the RSEElectronic devices such as video gamesystems, VHS players, Camcorder or etc,can be play

3209Features of your vehicleUsing the DVD playerDisc compatibilityYour RSE player accepts and plays allDVDs in 4:3 (normal) and 16:9 (widescreen) vide

Features of your vehicle2103VIDEO MODE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)1. STOP/EJECT2. SPEAKER VOLUME CONTROL3. PLAY/PAUSE4. DISPLAY5. FORWARD6. REVERSE7. NEXT

313Features of your vehicleOperating door locks from insidethe vehicleWith the door lock button• To unlock a door, pull the door lock but-ton (1) to t

3211Features of your vehicle✽NOTICEThe RSE will enter standby mode whenthe vehicle ignition is turned off andback on. Press the SRC orPLAY/PAUSE( ) bu

Features of your vehicle2123You have two options: 4:3 (normal) and 16:9(widescreen). Press the display button toselect the preferred aspect ratio.When

3213Features of your vehicleWhen viewing a menu, pressing theMENU button again will automaticallyreturn to the movie at the point it wasbeing viewed.

Features of your vehicle2143AUDIO MODE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)1. STOP/EJECT2. VOLUME CONTROL 3. PLAY/PAUSE4. DISPLAY5. FORWARD6. REVERSE7. NEXT TRACK8

3215Features of your vehicle1. Stop/Eject While the disc is playing, press theSTOP/EJECT( ) button to stop discplay.While the disc is stopped, press t

Features of your vehicle21635. ForwardThere are two CD fast forward speeds.Press and hold the FWD button for up to2 seconds and the player will fast f

3217Features of your vehicleREMOTE CONTROL1. STOP2. SPEAKER VOL (+, -)3. PLAY/PAUSE4. DISPLAY5. FORWARD6. REVERSE7. NEXT8. PREVIOUS9. ENTER10. MENU11.

Features of your vehicle2183Using the Remote ControlIn addition to having all the buttons andfunctionality listed in the DVD and CDControls section, t

3219Features of your vehicle5. ForwardThere are three DVD and VCD fast for-ward speeds. Press and hold the FWDbutton for up to 2 seconds and the playe

Features of your vehicle2203✽NOTICEYou must repeatedly push any button tomove through several items. Pressingand holding any button will not advanceth

Features of your vehicle143• When pushing down on the front por-tion (1) of the switch, all vehicle doorswill lock.• When pushing down on the rear por

3221Features of your vehicle15. Slow PlayThere are 3 slow forward and 3 slowreverse speeds available when viewingDVDs. To review a DVD in slow motion,

Features of your vehicle2223AppendixMessagesTechnical SpecificationsNON PLAYABLE MEDIA An incompatible format disc is inserted, or the disc is not pla

3223Features of your vehicleTroubleshootingProblem Possible causes / solutionsPress the STOP/EJECT button to release the disc. The player will attempt

4Before driving / 4-2Key positions / 4-3Starting the engine / 4-4Automatic transaxle / 4-5Cruise control system / 4-11Brake system / 4-14Electronic st

Driving your vehicle24Before entering vehicle:• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean.• Check the condition of th

43Driving your vehicleIlluminated ignition switch (if equipped)Whenever front door is opened, the igni-tion switch will be illuminated for yourconveni

Driving your vehicle44STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Make sure the parking brake isapplied.2. Place the transaxle shift lever in P(Park). Depress the brake pe

45Driving your vehicleAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE1VQA3024The lock release button must be depressed while moving the shift lever.Depress the brake pedal and pu

Driving your vehicle64Automatic transaxle operationAll normal forward driving is done withthe shift lever in the D (Drive) position.To move the shift

47Driving your vehicleTransaxle rangesP (park)Always come to a complete stop beforeshifting into P (Park). This position locksthe transaxle and preven

315Features of your vehicleChild-protector rear door lockThe child safety lock is provided to helpprevent children from accidentally open-ing the rear

Driving your vehicle84Sports modeWhether the vehicle is stationary or inmotion, sports mode is selected by push-ing the shift lever from the “D” posit

49Driving your vehicleMoving up a steep grade from astanding startTo move up a steep grade from a stand-ing start, depress the brake pedal, shiftthe s

Driving your vehicle1042. Insert the screwdriver into the accesshole and press down on the screwdriv-er.3. Depress the lock release button andmove the

411Driving your vehicleThe cruise control system allows you toprogram the vehicle to maintain a con-stant speed without resting your foot onthe accele

Driving your vehicle124To cancel cruise control, do oneof the following:• Press the brake pedal.• Shift into N (Neutral) with an automatictransaxle.•

413Driving your vehicleTo temporarily accelerate with thecruise control on:If you want to speed up temporarily whenthe cruise control is on, depress t

Driving your vehicle144Power brakes Your vehicle has power-assisted brakesthat adjust automatically through normalusage.In the event that the power-a

415Driving your vehicleDisc brakes wear indicator Your vehicle has disc brakes.When your brake pads are worn and newpads are required, you will hear a

Driving your vehicle164Parking brake Applying the parking brakeTo engage the parking brake, first applythe foot brake and then depress the park-ing b

417Driving your vehicleCheck the brake warning light by turningthe ignition switch ON (do not start theengine). This light will be illuminatedwhen the

Features of your vehicle163Closing the tailgateTo close the tailgate, lower and pushdown the tailgate firmly. Make sure thatthe tailgate is securely l

Driving your vehicle184• Even with the anti-lock brake system,your vehicle still requires sufficientstopping distance. Always maintain asafe distance

419Driving your vehicleThe Electronic Stability Control (ESC)monitors information from various vehiclesensors and then compares the driver'scomma

Driving your vehicle204ESC operation offESC OFF state• To cancel ESC operation,press the ESC OFF button(ESC OFF indicator light illu-minates).• If the

421Driving your vehicleESC OFF usageWhen driving• It’s a good idea to keep the ESC turnedon for daily driving whenever possible.• To turn ESC off whil

Driving your vehicle224The rear parking assist system assiststhe driver during backward movement ofthe vehicle by chiming if any object issensed withi

423Driving your vehicleNon-operational conditions ofrear parking assist systemRear parking assist system may notoperate normally when:1. Moisture is f

Driving your vehicle244✽NOTICEIf you don’t hear an audible warningsound or if the buzzer sounds intermit-tently when shifting the gear to “R” posi-tio

425Driving your vehicleYour vehicle's fuel economy dependsmainly on your style of driving, where youdrive and when you drive.Each of these factor

Driving your vehicle264Hazardous driving conditions When hazardous driving conditions areencountered such as water, snow, ice,mud, sand, or similar h

427Driving your vehicleDriving at nightBecause night driving presents morehazards than driving in the daylight, hereare some important tips to remembe

317Features of your vehicle(1) Left power sliding door main controlbutton(2) Right power sliding door main controlbutton(3) Power tailgate main contro

Driving your vehicle284• We recommend that you carry emer-gency equipment, including a windowscraper, windshield de-icer, a bag ofsand or salt, flares

429Driving your vehicleYour vehicle can tow a trailer. To identifywhat the vehicle trailering capacity is foryour vehicle, you should read the infor-m

Driving your vehicle304Safety chains You should always attach chainsbetween your vehicle and your trailer.Cross the safety chains under the tongueof t

431Driving your vehicleFollowing distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehi-cle ahead as you would when drivingyour vehicle without a trailer

Driving your vehicle324Parking on hills Generally, you should not park your vehi-cle, with a trailer attached, on a hill.People can be seriously or fa

433Driving your vehicleMaintenance when trailer towing Your vehicle will need service more oftenwhen you regularly pull a trailer.Important items to

Driving your vehicle344Weight of the trailerHow heavy can a trailer safely be? Itshould never weigh more than the maxi-mum trailer weight with trailer

435Driving your vehicleVehicle identification number(VIN)Tire specification / pressure labelEngine numberLABEL INFORMATION There are several importa

5Road warning / 5-2Emergency starting / 5-2If the engine overheats / 5-5If you have a flat tire / 5-6Towing / 5-15What to do in an emergency

What to do in an emergency25ROAD WARNING Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher serves as awarning to other drivers to exerciseextreme cau

Features of your vehicle183✽NOTICE• The power sliding door and powertailgate can be operated when theengine is not running. However thepower operation

53What to do in an emergencyConnecting jumper cables WARNING - Battery• Keep all flames or sparks awayfrom the battery. The battery pro-duces hydro

What to do in an emergency45Jump starting procedure 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12-volt and that its negative terminal isgrounded.2. If the bo

55What to do in an emergencyIF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS If your temperature gauge indicates over-heating, if you experience a loss ofpower, or if you hea

What to do in an emergency65IF YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE The jack, jack handle, wheel lug nutwrench are stored in the luggagecompartment. Remove the paneli

57What to do in an emergency4. After the spare tire reaches theground, continue to turn thewrench counterclockwise, anddraw the spare tire outside. Ne

What to do in an emergency85Important - use of compactspare tireYour vehicle is equipped with a com-pact spare tire. This compact sparetire takes up l

59What to do in an emergency• Do not take this vehicle through anautomatic car wash while the com-pact spare tire is installed.• Do not use tire chain

What to do in an emergency105Tire replacement 1. Park on a level surface and applythe parking brake firmly.2. Shift the shift lever into P (Park)with

511What 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

What to do in an emergency1258. Insert the jack handle into the jackand turn it clockwise, raising thevehicle until the tire just clears theground. Th

319Features of your vehicleHow to reset the power sliding doorand power tailgateIf the battery has been discharged or dis-connected, the related fuse

513What to do in an emergencyTo prevent the jack, jack handle,wheel lug nut wrench and spare tirefrom rattling while the vehicle is inmotion, store th

What to do in an emergency1452. Place the flat tire in the cargo areawhen the 3rd row seat is uprightposition or on the floor when the3rd row seat is

515What to do in an emergencyTOWINGIf emergency towing is necessary, werecommend having it done by an author-ized Kia dealer or a commercial tow-truck

What to do in an emergency165When towing your vehicle in an emer-gency without wheel dollies :1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC posi-tion.2. Place

517What to do in an emergency• Before emergency towing, check thatthe hook is not broken or damaged.• Fasten the towing cable or chainsecurely to the

What to do in an emergency185Tips for towing a stuck vehicleThe following methods are effectivewhen your vehicle is stuck in mud, sandor similar subst

6Maintenance services / 6-2Maintenance schedule / 6-3Owner maintenance / 6-7Engine compartment / 6-9Engine oil / 6-10Engine coolant / 6-11Air cleaner

Maintenance26MAINTENANCE SERVICESYou should exercise the utmost care toprevent damage to your vehicle andinjury to yourself whenever performingany mai

63MaintenanceMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEMAINTENANCEINTERVALSMAINTENANCEITEMEngine control systemKilometers or time in months, whichever comes first× 1,000 km

Maintenance46MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONTINUED) Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first× 1,000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112

Features of your vehicle203Power ON/OFF button• When the power ON/OFF button(PWR) is ON (depressed), the powersliding door and power tailgate can beco

65MaintenanceMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONTINUED) Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first× 1,000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112

Maintenance66Chart symbols:I- Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary, correct, clean, refill, adjust of replace.R- Replace or chang

67MaintenanceOWNER MAINTENANCE Owner maintenance schedule The following lists are vehicle checks andinspections that should be performed bythe owner o

Maintenance86At least once a year:• Clean body and door drain holes.• Lubricate door hinges and checks, andhood hinges.• Lubricate door and hood locks

69MaintenanceENGINE COMPARTMENT OVQ068001N1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Engine oil filler cap3. Brake fluid reservoir4. Air cleaner5. Fuse box6. Negat

Maintenance106ENGINE OILChecking the engine oil level 1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.2. Start the engine and allow it to reachnormal opera

611MaintenanceENGINE COOLANTThe high-pressure cooling system has areservoir filled with year-round antifreezecoolant. The reservoir is filled at the f

Maintenance126The coolant level should be filledbetween F and L marks on the side of thecoolant reservoir when the engine iscool.If the coolant level

613MaintenanceAIR CLEANER Element replacementHave the air cleaner element checkedand replaced in accordance with themaintenance schedule.Checking the

Maintenance146“COLD” scale is for reference onlyand should NOT be used to determinetransaxle fluid level.New automatic transaxle fluid shouldbe red. T

ii12345678IntroductionYour vehicle at a glanceFeatures of your vehicleDriving your vehicleWhat to do in an emergencyMaintenanceSpecificationsIndextabl

321Features of your vehiclePower sliding door operation• Push the corresponding main controlbutton on the overhead console toopen or close the power s

615MaintenanceBRAKESChecking brake fluid level Check the fluid level in the reservoir peri-odically. The fluid level should bebetween MAX and MIN mar

Maintenance166LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS Checking the washer fluid level The reservoir is translucent so that youcan check the level with a quick visualin

617MaintenancePOWER STEERING Checking the power steering fluidlevel With the vehicle on level ground, checkthe fluid level in the power steering rese

Maintenance186The climate control air filter should bereplaced every 15,000 km (10,000miles). If the vehicle is operated in theseverely air-polluted c

619MaintenanceFront windshield wiper blade1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the wiperblade assembly to expose the plasticlocking clip.2. Compress the cl

Maintenance206FUSESA vehicle’s electrical system is protectedfrom electrical overload damage byfuses.This vehicle has three fuse panels, onelocated in

621MaintenanceEngine compartment1. Turn the ignition switch and all otherswitches off.2. Remove the fuse box cover by press-ing the tap and pulling up

Maintenance2263. Pull the suspected fuse straight out.Use the removal tool provided on themain fuse box in the engine compart-ment.4. Check the remove

623MaintenanceFuse/Relay panel descriptionInside the fuse/relay box covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relayname and capacity.D

Maintenance246Driver's side fuse panelDescription Fuse rating Protected componentAUDIO 15A Audio, Step lampMEMORY 7.5A Climate control module, Cl

Features of your vehicle223OVQ036004WARNINGIf your vehicle is facing downwardon a steep grade (15 percent ormore), the door may not stay openand could

625MaintenanceDescription Fuse rating Protected componentENG 7.5A Automatic shift lever switch, Vehicle speed sensor, Inhibitor switch, Transaxle cont

Maintenance266Description Fuse rating Protected componentP/TRAIN 7.5A Theft alarm relay, Main relay,TCM, Generator, ECM, Injector15A, ECU 2 15A, ECU 1

627MaintenanceDescription Fuse rating Protected componentIPM 1 50A Instrument panel moduleIPM 2 50A Instrument panel moduleIPM 3 50A Instrument panel

Maintenance286OVQ066018NShunt connector Your vehicle is equipped with a shuntconnector to prevent battery discharge ifyour vehicle is parked without b

629MaintenanceFor best battery service:• Keep the battery securely mounted.• Keep the battery top clean and dry.• Keep the terminals and connectionscl

Maintenance306Items to be reset after the batteryhas been discharged or the bat-tery has been disconnected.• Clock (See Chapter 3)• Sunroof (See Chapt

631MaintenanceAll specifications (sizes and pres-sures) can be found on a labelattached to the vehicle.WARNING - Tire underin-flationSevere underinfla

Maintenance326Checking tire inflation pres-sureCheck your tires once a month ormore.Also, check the tire pressure of thespare tire.How to checkUse a g

633MaintenanceRemove the valve cap from the tirevalve stem. Press the tire gage firm-ly onto the valve to get a pressuremeasurement. If the cold tire

Maintenance346Disc brake pads should be inspectedfor wear whenever tires are rotated.Rotate radial tires that have anasymmetric tread pattern onlyfrom

323Features of your vehicle• If the window on the power sliding dooris open (more than 80 mm/3 in.), thepower sliding door will not power openfully bu

635MaintenanceWheel alignment and tire balance The wheels on your vehicle werealigned and balanced carefully at thefactory to give you the longest ti

Maintenance366Tire tractionTire traction can be reduced if youdrive on worn tires, tires that areimproperly inflated or on slipperyroad surfaces. Tire

637Maintenance86 - Load Index, a numerical codeassociated with the maximumload the tire can carry.H - Speed Rating Symbol. See thespeed rating chart i

Maintenance3864. Tire ply composition and mate-rialThe number of layers or plies of rub-ber-coated fabric in the tire. Tiremanufacturers also must ind

639MaintenanceTraction - AA, A, B & C The traction grades, from highest tolowest, are AA, A, B and C. Thegrades represent the tires ability tostop

Maintenance406Cold Tire Pressure: The amount ofair pressure in a tire, measured inkilopascals (kPa) or pounds persquare inch (psi) before a tire hasbu

641MaintenanceSpeed Rating: An alphanumericcode assigned to a tire indicating themaximum speed at which a tire canoperate.Traction: The friction betwe

Maintenance426LUBRICANTRecommended lubricantsTo help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance anddurability, use only lubricants of the proper

643MaintenanceAPPEARANCE CAREExterior care Exterior general caution It is very important to follow the labeldirections when using any chemicalcleaner

Maintenance446WaxingWax the vehicle when water will nolonger bead on the paint.Always wash and dry the vehicle beforewaxing. Use a good quality liquid

Features of your vehicle243Power sliding door non-opening condi-tionsThe power sliding door is not automati-cally opened, but closed under the fol-low

645MaintenanceAluminum wheel maintenance The aluminum wheels are coated with aclear protective finish.• Do not use any abrasive cleaner, pol-ishing c

Maintenance466Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt web-bingClean the belt webbing with any mildsoap solution recommended for cleaningupholstery or carpet. F

647MaintenanceOperating precautions for catalyt-ic converters Your vehicle is equipped with a catalyticconverter emission control device.Therefore, t

7Dimensions / 7-2Bulb wattage / 7-2Tires / 7-3Capacities / 7-3Specifications

Specifications27Item mm (in)Overall length 5130 (202.0)Overall width 1985 (78.1)*1/ 1940 (76.4)Overall height 1815 (71.5)*2/ 1760 (69.3)Front tread 1

73SpecificationsInflation pressurekPa (psi)Front Rear225/70R16 6.5J×16 240 240235/60R17 6.5J×17 (35) (35)T135/90R17 4.0T×17420 420(60) (60)Full size t

8Index

Index28Air bags-advanced restraint system·······························3-78Air cleaner ······························································

83IndexIf the engine overheats ···················································5-5If you have a flat tire ········································

Index48Tires ·················································································7-3Tires and wheels ····································

325Features of your vehicle• When the power ON/OFF button(PWR) is OFF (not depressed), thepower tailgate can not be controlledwith the sub control but

Features of your vehicle263Power windows (1) Driver’s door power window switch(2) Front passenger’s door power win-dow switch(3) Rear door (left) powe

327Features of your vehicleThe ignition switch must be in the ONposition for power windows to operate.Each door has a power window switchthat controls

Features of your vehicle283Automatic power window down (driver’s window)Depressing the power window switchmomentarily to the second detent posi-tion (

329Features of your vehicleOpening the hood 1. Pull the release lever to unlatch thehood. The hood should pop openslightly.2. Go to the front of the v

Features of your vehicle3031. Stop the engine.2. To open the fuel filler lid, push therelease button located on the driver’slower door.3. Pull the fue

1How to use this manual / 1-2Fuel requirements / 1-2Vehicle break-in process / 1-3Introduction

331Features of your vehicleWARNING - Refueling dan-gersAutomotive fuels are flammablematerials. When refueling, pleasenote the following guidelines ca

Features of your vehicle323When fuel filler lid does not openwith the release buttonIf the fuel filler lid does not open usingthe remote fuel filler l

333Features of your vehicle(1) Slide button(2) Tilt button(3) Close buttonIf your vehicle is equipped with this fea-ture, you can slide or tilt your s

Features of your vehicle343OpenAutoslideTo use the autoslide feature, momentari-ly (less than 0.4 second) press the slidebutton on the overhead consol

335Features of your vehicleSunshadeThe sunshade will be opened with theglass panel automatically when the glasspanel is slid.You will have to close it

Features of your vehicle3632. Remove the two (2) screws, and thenremove the overhead console.3. Insert the emergency handle (providedwith the vehicle)

337Features of your vehicleFront seat(1) Forward and backward(2) Seatback angle(3) Seat cushion height (Driver’s seat)*(4) Seat warmer*(5) Headrest(6)

Features of your vehicle383(Continued)• Always drive and ride with yourseatback upright and the lap por-tion of the safety belt snug andlow across the

339Features of your vehicleFront seat adjustment - manualForward and backwardTo move the seat forward or backward:1. Pull the seat slide adjustment le

Features of your vehicle403Seat cushion height (for driver’s seat)To change the height of the seat cushion,push the lever up or down located on theout

Introduction21We want to help you get the greatestpossible driving pleasure from your vehi-cle. Your Owner’s Manual can assist youin many ways. We str

341Features of your vehicleForward and backward Push the control knob forward or back-ward to move the seat to the desiredposition. Release the knob o

Features of your vehicle423Seat cushion heightPush the front portion (1) of the controlknob up to raise or down to lower thefront part of the seat cus

343Features of your vehicleAdjusting the height up and downTo raise the headrest, pull it up to thedesired position (1). To lower the head-rest, push

Features of your vehicle443Seatback pocketA seatback pocket is provided on theback of the front passenger and driversseatbacks.Seat warmer (if equippe

345Features of your vehicleLumbar support (driver’s seat only)(if equipped)You can adjust the lumbar support bymoving the lever on the outside of the

Features of your vehicle463Rear seat adjustmentAdjusting the seat forward and back-ward - 2nd row seat (Long wheelbase)To move the seat forward or bac

347Features of your vehicleArmrestThe 2nd row seats have the armrestlocated on the side of seatback.To use the armrest, swing down the arm-rest to the

Features of your vehicle483Full flat seatWhen the vehicle is parked, you canplace the front seat in a reclined position,nearly flat.1. Move the rear s

349Features of your vehicle2. Pull the seatback recliner (or strap)and double-fold the seat forward.3. Push down the seat backward firmly tolock the c

Features of your vehicle503Double-folding the rear seat - 2nd row seat- 3rd row seat (Short wheelbase)To fold the rear seat:1. Lower the headrest to t

13IntroductionGasoline containing alcohol andmethanolGasohol, a mixture of gasoline andethanol (also known as grain alcohol),and gasoline or gasohol c

351Features of your vehicle3. Make sure the green mark on the rearseat cushion frame is visible and thecatches are locked in position by mov-ing the s

Features of your vehicle5233rd row seat (Short wheelbase)Pull out the catch release strap underthe rear of the seat cushion to releasethe front catche

353Features of your vehicle4. Make sure the green mark on the rearseat cushion frame is visible and thecatches are locked in position by mov-ing the s

Features of your vehicle5434. Remove the seat while lifting up therear portion of seat cushion (6).Stowing the rear seat- 3rd row seat (Long wheelbase

355Features of your vehicleTo use the rear seat:1. Lift the seat by pulling out the stowingstrap.2. Release the strap and push the seatforward firmly

Features of your vehicle563WARNING - CargoCargo should always be secured toprevent it from being thrown aboutthe vehicle in a collision and caus-ing i

357Features of your vehicleA driver position memory system is pro-vided to store and recall the driver seat,outside rearview mirror and adjustablepeda

Features of your vehicle583Storing and recalling with trans-mitterStoring with the transmitterRemove the key from the ignition switchand lock all the

359Features of your vehicleSetting the adjustable pedal posi-tion1. Be sure the parking brake is engaged.2. Move the accelerator and brake ped-als to

Features of your vehicle603WARNING - Belt useSafety belts must be used correctlyto work properly in an accident.Each seating position in your vehi-cle

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

361Features of your vehicleSafety belt warning light and chimeIf the driver's safety belt is not fastenedwhen the key is turned ON or if it is di

Features of your vehicle623Lap/shoulder beltTo fasten the lap/shoulder belt:1. Grasp the buckle and tongue plate.2. Slowly pull the lap/shoulder belt

363Features of your vehicle5. Adjust the shoulder anchor position toyour size. To raise the anchor position,push the anchor up (1). To lower theanchor

Features of your vehicle6433 Point rear center belt - 3rd row (Long wheelbase)To fasten the rear center belt1. Extract the tongue plate from the holeo

365Features of your vehicleThere will be an audible “click” when thetab locks in the buckle. The safety beltautomatically adjusts to the proper length

Features of your vehicle6633. Insert the key or similar small rigiddevice into the web release button (E)on the anchor connector. Pull up onthe seat b

367Features of your vehicleRestraint women Pregnant women should wear lap/shoul-der belt assemblies whenever possibleaccording to specific recommenda

Features of your vehicle683Larger children As children grow, they may need to usenew child-restraint systems, includinglarger child seats or booster

369Features of your vehicle✽NOTICEThe pre-tensioner seat belt is installed atthe front seats, and the sensor isequipped inside the buckle, where pres-

Features of your vehicle703Load limiter (if equipped)When the pre-tentioner activates, if thesystem senses excessive seat belt ten-sion on the driver

Your vehicle at a glance22INTERIOR OVERVIEWOVQ026001N1. Door lock/unlock button ...3-132. Driver position memory system*...3-563.

371Features of your vehicleWe strongly recommend the use of achild seat or infant seat for small childrenand babies, and it is required by law inalmos

Features of your vehicle723Installing a child restraint system For safety reasons, we recommend thatthe child restraint system be used in therear seat

373Features of your vehicleSecuring a child restraint seat Tether anchor system Child restraint hook holders are locatedon the back of the rear seat c

Features of your vehicle743Child seat lower anchorsSome child seat manufacturers makechild restraint seats that are labeled asInternational Standards

375Features of your vehicleFollow the child seat manufacturer’sinstructions to properly install childrestraint seats with ISOFIX or ISOFIX-compatible

Features of your vehicle763Installing a child restraint system bylap/shoulder beltTo install a child restraint system on theoutboard or center rear se

377Features of your vehicle4. Slowly allow the shoulder portion ofthe safety belt to retract and listen foran audible “clicking” or “ratcheting”sound.

Features of your vehicle783AIR BAG - ADVANCED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMDriver’s air bagFront passenger’sair bagCurtain Air bagSRS control moduleOV

379Features of your vehicle(1) Driver’s air bag(2) Front passenger’s air bag(3) Side air bag*(4) Curtain Air bag*(5) Side impact sensor*(6) Front impa

Features of your vehicle803Occupant classification systemThe occupant classification systemdetects the presence of a passenger inthe front passenger&a

23Your vehicle at a glanceINSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW1. Driver’s airbag ...3-872. Light control / Turn signals ...3

381Features of your vehicleMain components of occupant classi-fication system• Detection devices located under thefront passenger seat frame.• Electro

Features of your vehicle823• The "PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF"indicator illuminates after the ignitionkey is turned to the "ON" position

383Features of your vehicleWARNING• Even though your vehicle isequipped with the occupant clas-sification system, do not install achild restraint syst

Features of your vehicle8431KMN36631KMN36641KMN3665- Never sit with hips shiftedtowards the front of the seat.- Never lean on the center console.- Nev

385Features of your vehicle✽NOTICE• If luggage or other objects are placedon the front passenger's seat or if thetemperature of the seat changes

Features of your vehicle863Air bag system components The main components of your SRS are:• To indicate that your vehicle isequipped with air bags, th

387Features of your vehicleThe advanced SRS offers the ability tocontrol the air bag inflation with two lev-els. A first stage level is provided for m

Features of your vehicle883Driver’s air bagThe driver’s air bag is stored in the cen-ter of the steering wheel.(Continued)• Ignoring the SRS indicator

389Features of your vehicleFront passenger’s air bagFront passenger’s air bag is stored in theinstrument panel on the glove box.Since you cannot know

Features of your vehicle903Curtain air bag (if equipped)Curtain air bags are located along bothsides of the roof rails above the front andrear doors.I