7 YDM USA FOREWORD.QXP 5/1/2016 12:36 PM Page 1 Kia, THE COMPANY Thank you for becoming the owner of a new Kia vehicle. As a global car manufacturer focused on building high-quality vehi- cles with exceptional value, Kia Motors is dedicated to providing you with a customer service experience that exceeds your expectations. All information contained in this Owner’s Manual was accurate at the time of publication. However, Kia reserves the right to make changes at any time so that our policy of continual product improvement can be carried out. This manual applies to all models of this vehicle and includes descrip- tions and explanations of optional as well as standard equipment. As a result, you may encounter material in this manual that is not applica- ble to your specific Kia vehicle. Drive safely and enjoy your Kia! YDM USA FOREWORD.QXP 5/1/2016 12:36 PM Page 2 Foreword Thank you for choosing a Kia vehicle. The information and specifications provided in this manual When you require service, remember that your Kia dealer were accurate at the time of printing. Kia reserves the right to knows your vehicle best. Your dealer has factory-trained tech- discontinue or change specifications or design at any time nicians, recommended special tools and genuine Kia replace- without notice and without incurring any obligation. If you ment parts. It is dedicated to your complete customer satisfac- have questions, always check with your Kia dealer. tion. We assure you of our continuing interest in your motoring Because subsequent owners require this important information pleasure and satisfaction in your Kia vehicle. as well, this publication should remain with the vehicle if it is sold. This manual will familiarize you with operational, mainte- nance and safety information about your new vehicle. It is sup- plemented by a Warranty and Consumer Information manual that provides important information on all warranties regarding your vehicle. We urge you to read these publications carefully and follow the recommendations to help assure enjoyable and safe operation of your new vehicle. © 2016 Kia MOTORS AMERICA, Inc. Kia offers a great variety of options, components and features All rights reserved. May not be reproduced or translated in for its various models. Therefore, some of the equipment whole or in part without the written consent of Kia MOTORS described in this manual, along with the various illustrations, AMERICA, Inc. may not be applicable to your particular vehicle. Printed in Korea i YDM USA FOREWORD.QXP 5/1/2016 12:36 PM Page 3 Introduction 1 Your vehicle at a glance 2 Safety features of your vehicle 3 Features of your vehicle 4 table of contents Driving your vehicle 5 What to do in an emergency 6 Maintenance 7 Specifications, Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 8 Index I ii YDM USA 1.QXP 5/1/2016 12:37 PM Page 1 Introduction How to use this manual . 1-2 1 Fuel requirements . 1-3 • Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol. 1-3 • Do not use methanol . 1-4 • Fuel Additives . 1-5 Vehicle break-in process . 1-5 Vehicle data collection and event data recorders. 1-6 YDM USA 1.QXP 5/1/2016 12:37 PM Page 2 Introduction HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL We want to help you get the greatest The general layout of the manual is You will find various types of safety possible driving pleasure from your provided in the Table of Contents. instructions in this manual. These vehicle. Your Owner’s Manual can Use the index when looking for a instructions were prepared to assist you in many ways. We strong- specific area or subject; it has an enhance your personal safety. ly recommend that you read the alphabetical listing of all located in Carefully read and follow ALL proce- entire manual. In order to minimize the back of this manual. dures and recommendations provid- the chance of death or injury, you Sections: This manual has eight sec- ed in these instructions. must read the WARNING and CAU- tions plus an index. Each section TION sections in the manual. begins with a brief list of contents so Illustrations complement the words you can tell at a glance if that section WARNING in this manual to best explain how to has the information you want. A WARNING indicates a situation enjoy your vehicle. By reading your in which harm, serious bodily manual, you will learn about fea- injury or death could result if the tures, important safety information, warning is ignored. and driving tips under various road conditions. CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a situation in which damage to your vehicle could result if the caution is ignored. ✽ NOTICE A NOTICE indicates interesting or helpful information is being provided. 21 YDM USA 1.QXP 5/1/2016 12:37 PM Page 3 Introduction FUEL REQUIREMENTS Your new vehicle is designed to use Pursuant to EPA regulations, ethanol only unleaded fuel having a pump WARNING - Refueling may be used in your vehicle. octane number ((R+M)/2) of 87 • Do not "top off" after the noz- Do not use gasohol containing more (Research Octane Number 91) or zle automatically shuts off. than 15% ethanol, and do not use higher. (Do not use methanol blend- Attempts to force more fuel gasoline or gasohol containing any ed fuels.) into the tank can cause fuel methanol. Ethanol provides less overflow onto you and the energy than gasoline and it attracts Your new vehicle is designed to ground causing a risk of fire. water, and it is thus likely to reduce obtain maximum performance with • Always check that the fuel cap your fuel efficiency and could lower UNLEADED FUEL, as well as mini- is installed securely to pre- your MPG results. mize exhaust emissions and spark vent fuel spillage, especially Methanol may cause drivability prob- plug fouling. in the event of an accident. lems and damage to the fuel system, Never add any fuel system cleaning engine control system and emission agents to the fuel tank other than control system. what has been specified. (Consult an Gasoline containing alcohol and Discontinue using gasohol of any authorized Kia dealer for details.) methanol kind if drivability problems occur. • Tighten the cap until it clicks one Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and Vehicle damage or drivability prob- time, otherwise the Check Engine ethanol (also known as grain alco- lems may not be covered by the light will illuminate. hol), and gasoline or gasohol con- manufacturer’s warranty if they result taining methanol (also known as from the use of: wood alcohol) are being marketed 1. Gasoline or gasohol containing along with or instead of leaded or methanol. unleaded gasoline. 2. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol. 3. Gasohol containing more than 15 percent ethanol 13 YDM USA 1.QXP 5/1/2016 12:37 PM Page 4 Introduction "E85" fuel is an alternative fuel com- Other fuels Gasoline containing MMT prised of 85 percent ethanol and 15 Using fuels that contain Silicone (Si), Some gasoline contains harmful man- percent gasoline, and is manufac- MMT (Manganese, Mn), Ferrocene ganese-based fuel additives Such as tured exclusively for use in Flexible (Fe), and Other metalic additives, MMT(Methylcyclopentadienyl Fuel Vehicles. “E85” is not compati- may cause vehicle and engine dam- Manganese Tricarbonyl). Kia does not ble with your vehicle. Use of “E85” age or cause misfiring, poor acceler- recommend the use of gasoline con- may result in poor engine perform- ation, engine stalling, catalyst melt- taining MMT. This type of fuel can ance and damage to your vehicle's ing, clogging, abnormal corrosion, reduce vehicle performance and affect engine and fuel system. Kia recom- life cycle reduction, etc. your emission control system. The mends that customers do not use Also, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Malfunction Indicator Lamp on the fuel with an ethanol content exceed- cluster may come on. ing 15 percent. (MIL) may illuminate. ✽ Do not use methanol ✽ NOTICE NOTICE Damage to the fuel system or per- Fuels containing methanol (wood alco- Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty hol) should not be used in your vehicle. does not cover damage to the fuel sys- formance problem caused by the use of these fuels may not be covered by This type of fuel can reduce vehicle tem or any performance problems performance and damage components caused by the use of “E85” fuel. your New Vehicle Limited Warranty. of the fuel system, engine control sys- tem and emission control system. ✽ NOTICE Never use any fuel containing methanol. Discontinue use of any methanol containing product which may inhibit proper drivability. 41 YDM USA 1.QXP 5/1/2016 12:37 PM Page 5 Introduction VEHICLE BREAK-IN Fuel Additives Operation in foreign countries PROCESS Kia recommends that you use good If you are going to drive your vehicle No special break-in period is need- quality gasolines treated with deter- in another country, be sure to: ed. By following a few simple precau- gent additives such as TOP TIER • Observe all regulations regarding tions for the first 600 miles (1,000 Detergent Gasoline, which help pre- registration and insurance. km) you may add to the perform- vent deposit formation in the engine. ance, economy and life of your vehi- These gasolines will help the engine • Determine that acceptable fuel is cle. available. run cleaner and enhance performance • Do not race the engine. of the Emission Control System. For • While driving, keep your engine more information on TOP TIER speed (rpm, or revolutions per Detergent Gasoline, please go to the minute) between 2,000 rpm and website (www.toptiergas.com) 4,000 rpm.