Kia Sorento (2024 year). Manual in english

Maintenance

Light bulbs

3. Remove the bulb (B) from the socket

(A) by pressing it in and rotating it
counterclockwise until the tabs on the
bulb align with the slots in the socket.
Pull the bulb out of the socket

4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into

the socket and rotating it until it locks
into place.

5. Install the socket in the assembly by

aligning the tabs on the socket with
the slots in the assembly. Push the
socket into the assembly and turn the
socket clockwise.

6. Connect the negative terminal from

the battery.

Replacing front fog lamp (LED
type)

If the front fog lamp (6) does not oper

ate, have your vehicle checked by a pro

fessional workshop. Kia recommends to
visit an authorized Kia dealer.

Replacing front side marker lamp
bulb (LED type)

If the front side marker lamp LED (1)
does not operate, have the vehicle
checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

Replacing side repeater lamp
(LED type)

If the Side repeater lamp (LED) (1) does
not operate, have your vehicle checked
by a professional workshop.

Kia recommends to visit an authorized
Kia dealer.

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The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a
single unit because it is an integrated
unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced
with the unit.

A skilled technician should check or
repair the Side repeater lamp (LED), for it
may damage related parts of the vehi

cle.

Replacing stop and taillamp (Bulb
type)

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Open the liftgate.

3. Open the service cover.
4. Loosen the light assembly retaining

screws with a cross-tip screw driver.

5. Remove the rear combination lamp

assembly from the body of the vehi

cle.

6. Disconnect the rear combination lamp

connector.

7. Remove the socket from the assembly

by turning the socket counterclock

wise until the tabs on the socket align
with the slots on the assembly.

Remove the bulb from the socket by
pressing it in and rotating it counter

clockwise until the tabs on the bulb
align with the slots in the socket.

Pull the bulb out of the socket.

Insert a new bulb by inserting it into
the socket and rotating it until it locks
into place.

10.

Install the socket in the assembly by
aligning the tabs on the socket with
the slots in the assembly.

Push the socket into the assembly
and turn the socket clockwise.

11.

Install the rear combination lamp
assembly to the body of the vehicle.

12.

Install the service cover.

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Replacing rear turn signal lamp
(Bulb type)

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Open the liftgate.

3. Open the service cover.
4. Loosen the light assembly retaining

screws with a cross-tip screw driver.

5. Remove the rear combination lamp

assembly from the body of the vehi

cle.

6. Disconnect the rear combination lamp

connector.

7. Remove the socket from the assembly

by turning the socket counterclock

wise until the tabs on the socket align
with the slots on the assembly.

Remove the bulb from the socket by
pressing it in and rotating it counter

clockwise until the tabs on the bulb
align with the slots in the socket.

Pull the bulb out of the socket.

Insert a new bulb by inserting it into
the socket and rotating it until it locks
into place.

10.

Install the socket in the assembly by
aligning the tabs on the socket with
the slots in the assembly.

Push the socket into the assembly
and turn the socket clockwise.

11.

Install the rear combination lamp
assembly to the body of the vehicle.

12.

Install the service cover.

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Replacing rear turn signal lamp,
stop and taillamp, rear side
marker lamp (LED type)

If the stop and taillamp (1), rear turn sig

nal lamp (2), taillamp (3), and rear side
marker lamp (4) do not operate, have
your vehicle checked by a professional
workshop. Kia recommends to visit an
authorized Kia dealer.

The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a
single unit because it is an integrated
unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced
with the unit.

A skilled technician should check or
repair the stop and taillamp (LED), for it
may damage related parts of the vehicle.

Replacing reversing lamp (bulb
type)

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Remove the plastic tabs with a flat-tip

screw driver.

3. Loosen the plastic retaining screws

and remove the under panel cover.

4. Disconnect the rear back up lamp

connector (A).

5. Remove the socket (A) from the

assembly by turning the socket coun

terclockwise until the tabs on the
socket align with the slots on the
assembly.

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Remove the bulb from the socket by
pressing it in and rotating it counter

clockwise until the tabs on the bulb
align with the slots in the socket. Pull
the bulb out of the socket.

Insert a new bulb by inserting it into
the socket and rotating it until it locks
into place.

Install the socket in the assembly by
aligning the tabs on the socket with
the slots in the assembly. Push the
socket into the assembly and turn the
socket clockwise.

Connect the rear back up lamp con

nector.

10.

Tighten the plastic retaining screws.

11.

Install the plastic tabs and the under
panel cover.

Replacing high mounted stop
lamp (LED type)

If the high mounted stop lamp (LED) (7)
does not operate, have your vehicle
checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a
single unit because it is an integrated
unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced
with the unit.

A skilled technician should check or
repair the high mounted stop lamp
(LED), for it may damage related parts of
the vehicle.

Replacing license plate lamp (LED
type)

If the license plate lamp does not oper

ate, have your vehicle checked by an
authorized Kia dealer. The LED lamp

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cannot be replaced as a single unit
because it is an integrated unit. The LED
lamp has to be replaced with the unit. A
skilled technician should check or repair
the map lamp (LED), for it may damage
related parts of the vehicle.

Replacing map lamp (Bulb type)

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Interior lamps
Prior to working on the Interior lamps,
ensure that the "OFF" button is
depressed to avoid burning your fingers
or receiving an electric shock.

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lens cover from lamp housing.

3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

4. Install a new bulb in the socket.
5. Align the lens cover tabs with the

lamp housing notches and snap the
lens into place.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the
lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

Replacing map lamp (LED type)

If the map lamp (LED) (1) does not oper

ate, have your vehicle checked by an
authorized Kia dealer.

The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a
single unit because it is an integrated
unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced
with the unit.

A skilled technician should check or
repair the map lamp (LED), for it may
damage related parts of the vehicle.

Replacing room lamp (Bulb type)

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Interior lamps

Prior to working on the Interior lamps,
ensure that the "OFF" button is

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depressed to avoid burning your fingers
or receiving an electric shock.

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lens cover from lamp housing.

3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

4. Install a new bulb in the socket.
5. Align the lens cover tabs with the

lamp housing notches and snap the
lens into place.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the
lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

Replacing personal lamp (LED
type) (if equipped)

If the personal lamp (LED) (1) does not
operate, have your vehicle checked by
an authorized Kia dealer.

The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a
single unit because it is an integrated
unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced
with the unit.

A skilled technician should check or
repair the personal lamp (LED), for it
may damage related parts of the vehicle.

Replacing vanity mirror lamp
(Bulb type)

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Interior lamps
Prior to working on the Interior lamps,
ensure that the "OFF" button is
depressed to avoid burning your fingers
or receiving an electric shock.

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lamp assembly from interior.

3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

4. Install a new bulb in the socket.

5. Install the lamp assembly to interior.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the
lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

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Replacing glove box lamp (Bulb
type)

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Interior lamps
Prior to working on the Interior lamps,
ensure that the "OFF" button is
depressed to avoid burning your fingers
or receiving an electric shock.

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lamp assembly from interior.

3. Remove the cover from the lamp

assembly.

4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

5. Install a new bulb in the socket.

6. Install the cover to the lamp assembly.

7. Install the lamp assembly to interior.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the
lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

Replacing luggage lamp (Bulb
type)

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Interior lamps
Prior to working on the Interior lamps,
ensure that the "OFF" button is
depressed to avoid burning your fingers
or receiving an electric shock.

1. Turn off vehicle and disconnect the

negative terminal from the battery.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lamp assembly from interior.

3. Remove the cover from the lamp

assembly.

4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

5. Install a new bulb in the socket.

6. Install the cover to the lamp assembly.

7. Install the lamp assembly to interior.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the
lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

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Replacing luggage lamp (LED
type)

If the luggage lamp bulb/LED does not
operate, we recommend that the system
be checked by a professional workshop.

Appearance care

Use the information in the following sec

tions to keep the exterior and interior of
your vehicle clean.

Exterior care

Use the information in the following sec

tions to maintain the exterior of your
vehicle. Keeping the exterior clean is not
only aesthetically pleasing, but it also
helps to prolong the life of the vehicle.

NOTICE

If you park the vehicle around a stainless
signboard or windshield building etc.,
the plastic exterior trim (bumper, spolier,
garnish, lamp, outside mirror etc.) may be
damaged by reflected sunlight from the
external structure. To avoid damag

ing

the plastic exterior trim, park the vehicle
away from the areas where the reflected
light may occur or use a vehi

cle cover.

(Depending on the vehicle, the type of
exterior trim applied such as spoiler may
differ.)

Exterior general caution

It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning and
caution statements that appear on the
label.

Finish maintenance

Washing

To help protect your vehicle's finish from
rust and deterioration, wash it thor

oughly and frequently at least once a
month with lukewarm or cold water.

If you use your vehicle for off-road driv

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road trip. Pay special attention to the
removal of any accumulation of salt, dirt,
mud, and other foreign materials. Make
sure the drain holes in the lower edges of
the doors and rocker panels are kept
clear and clean.

Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar deposits
can damage your vehicle's finish if not
removed immediately.

Even prompt washing with plain water
may not completely remove all these
deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on
painted surfaces, may be used.

After washing, rinse the vehicle thor

oughly with lukewarm or cold water. Do
not allow soap to dry on the finish.

After washing the vehicle, test the brakes
while driving slowly to see if they have
been affected by water. If braking
performance is impaired, dry the brakes
by applying them lightly while maintain

ing a slow forward speed.

CAUTION

• Do not use strong soap, chemical

detergents or hot water, and do not
wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or
when the body of the vehicle is warm.

• Be careful when washing the side win

dows of your vehicle, especially with
high-pressure water. Water may leak
through the windows and wet the
interior.

• To prevent damage to the plastic

parts and lamps, do not clean with
chemical solvents or strong deter

gents.

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After washing the vehicle, test the brakes
while driving slowly to see if they have
been affected by water. If braking

performance is impaired, dry the brakes
by applying them lightly while maintain

ing a slow forward speed.

High-pressure washing

When using high-pressure washers,
make sure to maintain sufficient dis

tance from the vehicle.

Insufficient clearance or excessive pres

sure can lead to component damage or
water penetration.

Do not spray the camera, sensors or its
surrounding area directly with a high
pressure washer. Shock applied from
high pressure water may cause the
device to not operate normally.

Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots
(rubber or plastic covers) or connectors
as they may be damaged if they come
into contact with high pressure water.

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After washing the vehicle, test the brakes
while driving slowly to see if they have
been affected by water. If braking
performance is impaired, dry the brakes
by applying them lightly while maintain

ing a slow forward speed.

CAUTION

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Wetting engine compartment

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• Water washing in the engine compart

ment including high pressure water
washing may cause the failure of elec

trical circuits located in the engine
compartment.

• Never allow water or other liquids to

come in contact with electrical/elec

tronic components and air duct inside
the vehicle as this may damage them.

• After the vehicle has been washed,

brake carefully while paying attention
to the traffic conditions until the brak

ing effect has been fully restored.

Waxing

Wax the vehicle when water will no lon

ger bead on the paint.

Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing. Use a good quality liquid or
paste wax, and follow the manufac

turer's instructions. Wax all metal trim to
protect it and to maintain its luster.

Removing oil, tar, and similar materials
with a spot remover will usually strip the
wax from the finish. Be sure to re-wax
these areas even if the rest of the vehicle
does not yet need waxing.

Be careful not to touch the lens when
waxing the lamps.

CAUTION

Drying vehicle
• Wiping dust or dirt off the body with a

dry cloth will scratch the finish.

• Do not use steel wool, abrasive clean

ers, acid detergents or strong deter

gents containing high alkaline or
caustic agents on chrome-plated or
anodized aluminum parts. This may
result in damage to the protective
coating and cause discoloration or
paint deterioration.

Finish damage repair

Deep scratches or stone chips in the
painted surface must be repaired
promptly. Exposed metal will quickly rust
and may develop into a major repair
expense.

NOTICE

If your vehicle is damaged and requires
any metal repair or replacement, be sure
the body shop applies anti-corrosion
materials to the parts repaired or
replaced.

Bright-metal maintenance

To remove road tar and insects, use a tar
remover, not a scraper or other sharp
object.

To protect the surfaces of bright metal
parts from corrosion, apply a coating of
wax or chrome preservative and rub to a
high luster.

During winter weather or in coastal areas,
cover the bright metal parts with a
heavier coating of wax or preservative. If
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rosive petroleum jelly or other protective
compound.

Underbody maintenance

Road salt and other corrosive chemicals
are used in cold weather countries to
melt snow and prevent ice accumula

tion. If these chemicals are not regularly
removed, they will corrode the vehicle
underbody and, over time, damage
many parts: the fuel lines, the fuel tank
retention system, the vehicle's suspen

sion, the exhaust system, and even the
body frame.

Aluminum wheel maintenance

The

aluminum wheels are coated with a clear
protective finish.
• Do not use any abrasive cleaner, pol

ishing compound, solvent, or wire
brushes on aluminum wheels. They
may scratch or damage the finish.

• Clean the wheel when it has cooled.
• Use only a mild soap or neutral deter

gent, and rinse thoroughly with water.
Also, be sure to clean the wheels after
driving on salted roads. This helps
prevent corrosion.

• Avoid washing the wheels with high

speed vehicle wash brushes.

• Do not use any alkaline or acid deter

gents It may damage and corrode the
aluminum wheels coated with a clear
protective finish.

Corrosion protection

Protecting your vehicle from cor

rosion

By using the most advanced design and
construction practices to combat corro

sion, we produce vehicles of the highest
quality. However, this is only part of the
job. To achieve the long-term corrosion
resistance your vehicle can deliver, the
owner's cooperation and assistance is
also required.

Common causes of corrosion

The

most common causes of corrosion on
your vehicle are:
• Road salt, dirt and moisture that is

allowed to accumulate underneath
the vehicle.

• Removal of paint or protective coat

ings by stones, gravel, abrasion or
minor scrapes and dents which leave
unprotected metal exposed to corro

sion.

High-corrosion areas

If you live in an area where your vehicle
is regularly exposed to corrosive materi

als, corrosion protection is particularly
important. Some of the common causes
of accelerated corrosion are road salts,
dust control chemicals, ocean air and
industrial pollution.

Moisture breeds corrosion

Moisture creates the conditions in which
corrosion is most likely to occur. For
example, corrosion is accelerated by
high humidity, particularly when tem

peratures are just above freezing. In
such conditions, the corrosive material is
kept in contact with the vehicle's surface
by moisture that evaporates slowly.

Mud is particularly corrosive because it
dries slowly and holds moisture in con

tact with the vehicle. Although the mud
appears to be dry, it can still retain the
moisture and promote corrosion.

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High temperatures can also accelerate
corrosion of parts that are not properly
ventilated so the moisture can be dis

persed. For all these reasons, it is partic

ularly important to keep your vehicle
clean and free of mud or accumulations
of other materials. This applies not only
to the visible surfaces but particularly to
the underside of the vehicle.

To help prevent corrosion

You can help prevent corrosion from
beginning by observing the following:

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Keep your vehicle clean

The best way to prevent corrosion is to
keep your vehicle clean and free of cor

rosive materials. Attention to the under

side of the vehicle is particularly
important.

If you live in a high-corrosion area where
road salts are used, near the ocean,
areas with industrial pollution, acid rain,
etc.

—, you should take extra care to pre

vent corrosion. In winter, hose off the
underside of your vehicle at least once a
month and be sure to clean the under

side thoroughly when winter is over.

When cleaning underneath the vehicle,
give particular attention to the compo

nents under the fenders and other areas
that are hidden from view. Do a thor

ough job; just dampening the accumu

lated mud rather than washing it away will
accelerate corrosion rather than pre

vent

it. Water under high pressure and steam
are particularly effective in removing
accumulated mud and corro

sive

materials.

When cleaning lower door panels, rocker
panels and frame members, be sure that
drain holes are kept open so that mois

ture can escape and not be trapped
inside to accelerate corrosion.

Keep your garage dry

Don't park your vehicle in a damp,
poorly ventilated garage. This creates a
favorable environment for corrosion.
This is particularly true if you wash your
vehicle in the garage or drive it into the
garage when it is still wet or covered
with snow, ice or mud. Even a heated
garage can contribute to corrosion
unless it is well ventilated so moisture is
dispersed.

Keep paint and trim in good con

dition

Scratches or chips in the finish should be
covered with "touch-up" paint as soon as
possible to reduce the possibility of cor

rosion. If bare metal is showing through,
the attention of a qualified body and paint
shop is recommended.

Bird droppings: Bird droppings are
highly corrosive and may damage
painted surfaces in just a few hours.
Always remove bird droppings as soon
as possible.

Don't neglect the interior

Moisture can collect under the floor mats
and carpeting and cause corrosion.
Check under the mats periodically to be
sure the carpeting is dry. Use particular
care if you carry fertilizers, cleaning
materials or chemicals in the vehicle.

These should be carried only in proper
containers and any spills or leaks should
be cleaned up, flushed with clean water
and thoroughly dried.

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Interior care

Use the information in the following sec

tions to maintain the interior of your
vehicle.

Interior general precautions

Prevent chemicals such as perfume, cos

metic oil, sun cream, hand cleaner, and
air freshener from contacting the interior
parts because they may cause damage
or discoloration. If they do contact the
interior parts, wipe them off immedi

ately.

If necessary, use a mixture of warm water
and mild non-detergent cleaner (test all
cleaners on a concealed area before
use).

CAUTION

Electrical components
Never allow water or other liquids to come
in contact with electrical/electronic
components inside the vehicle as this
may damage them.

CAUTION

Leather
When cleaning leather products (steer

ing wheel, seats etc.), use neutral deter

gents or low alcohol content solutions. If
you use high alcohol content solutions or
acid/alkaline detergents, the color of the
leather may fade or the surface may get
stripped off.

Taking care of leather seats

• Vacuum the seat periodically to

remove dust and sand on the seat. It
will prevent abrasion or damage of
the leather and maintain its quality.

• Wipe the leather seat cover often with

dry or soft cloth.

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• Sufficient use of a leather protective

may prevent abrasion of the cover
and helps maintain the color. Be sure
to read the instructions and consult a
specialist when using leather coating
or protective agents.

• Leather with bright colors (beige,

cream beige) is easily contaminated
and clear in appearance. Clean the
seats frequently.

• Avoid wiping with wet cloth. It may

cause the surface to crack.

Cleaning the leather seats

Remove all contaminations instantly.
Refer to instructions below for removal
of each contaminant.
• Cosmetic products (sunscreen, foun

dation, etc.)

- Apply cleansing cream on a cloth

and wipe the contaminated point.
Wipe off the cream with a wet cloth
and remove water with a dry cloth.

• Beverages (coffee, soft drink, etc.)

- Apply a small amount of neutral

detergent and wipe until contami

nations do not smear.

• Oil, blue jeans/clothes (Color transfer)

- Remove oil/stain instantly with

absorbable cloth and wipe with
stain remover for leather only.

• Chewing gum

- Harden the gum with ice and

remove gradually.

Fabric seat cover (if equipped)

Please clean the fabric seats regularly
with a vacuum cleaner in consideration
of fabric material characteristics. If they
are heavily soiled with beverage stains,
etc., use a suitable interior cleaner. To

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prevent damage to seat covers, wipe off
the seat covers down to the seams with
a large wiping motion and moderate
pressure using a soft sponge or microfi

ber cloth.

Velcro closures on clothing or sharp
objects may cause snagging or
scratches on the surface of the seats.

Make sure not to rub such objects
against the surface.

Cleaning the upholstery and inte

rior trim

Car interior surfaces

Remove dust and loose dirt from interior
surfaces with a whisk broom or a vac

uum cleaner. If necessary, clean interior
surfaces with a mixture of warm water
and mild non-detergent cleaner (test all
cleaners on a concealed area before
use).

Fabric

Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean with a mild soap solution recom

mended for upholstery or carpets.
Remove fresh spots immediately with a
fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do not
receive immediate attention, the fabric
can be stained and its color can be
affected. Also, its fire-resistant proper

ties can be reduced if the material is not
properly maintained.

Using anything but recommended
cleaners and procedures may affect the
fabric's appearance and fire-resistant
properties.

Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt
webbing

Clean the belt webbing with any mild
soap solution recommended for clean

ing upholstery or carpet. Follow the
instructions provided with the soap. Do
not bleach or re-dye the webbing
because this may weaken it.

Cleaning the interior window
glass

If the interior glass surfaces of the vehi

cle become fogged (that is, covered with
an oily, greasy or waxy film), they should
be cleaned with a glass cleaner. Follow
the directions on the glass cleaner con

tainer.

CAUTION

Rear window
Do not scrape or scratch the inside of
the rear window. This may result in dam

age of the rear window defroster grid.

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Emission control system

The emission control system of your
vehicle is covered by a written limited
warranty. Please see the warranty infor

mation contained in the Warranty &
Consumer Information manual in your
vehicle.

Your vehicle is equipped with an emis

sion control system to meet all applica

ble emission regulations. There are three
emission control systems, as follows.

1. Crankcase emission control system

2. Evaporative emission control system

3. Exhaust emission control system
In order to assure the proper function of
the emission control systems, it is rec

ommended that you have your vehicle
inspected and maintained by an autho

rized Kia dealer in accordance with the
maintenance schedule in this manual.

Caution for the Inspection and
Maintenance Test (With Elec

tronic Stability Control (ESC) sys

tem)

• To prevent the vehicle from misfir

ing during dynamometer testing,
turn the ESC off by pressing the
ESC switch.

• After dynamometer testing is com

pleted, turn the ESC back on by
pressing the ESC switch again.

1. Crankcase emission control
system

The Positive Crankcase Ventilation sys

tem is employed to prevent air pollution
caused by blow-by gases being emitted
from the crankcase. This system sup

plies fresh filtered air to the crankcase
through the air intake hose. Inside the

crankcase, the fresh air mixes with blow-
by gases, which then pass through the
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV)
valve into the induction system.

2. Evaporative emission control
(including Onboard Refueling
Vapor Recovery (ORVR)) system

The evaporative emission control system
is designed to prevent fuel vapors from
escaping into the atmosphere. (The
ORVR system is designed to allow the
vapors from the fuel tank to be loaded
into a canister while refueling at the gas
station, preventing the escape of fuel
vapors into the atmosphere.)

Canister

Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel
tank are absorbed and stored in the
onboard canister. When the engine is
running, the fuel vapors absorbed in the
canister are drawn into the surge tank
through the Purge Control Solenoid
Valve.

Purge Control Solenoid Valve
(PCSV)

The Purge Control Solenoid Valve
(PCSV) is controlled by the Engine Con

trol Module (ECM); when the engine
coolant temperature is low during idling,
the PCSV closes so that evaporated fuel
is not taken into the engine. After the
engine warms up during ordinary driv

ing, the PCSV opens to introduce evapo

rated fuel to the engine.

3. Exhaust emission control sys

tem

The exhaust emission control system is a
highly effective system which controls

Maintenance

Emission control system

exhaust emissions while maintaining
good vehicle performance.

Vehicle modifications

This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification of your vehicle could affect
its performance, safety or durability and
may even violate governmental safety
and emissions regulations. In addition,
damage or performance problems
resulting from any modification may not
be covered under warranty.
• If you use authorized electronic

devices, it may cause the vehicle to
operate abnormally, wire damage,
battery discharge and fire. For your
safety, do not use unauthorized elec

tronic devices.

Engine exhaust gas precautions
(carbon monoxide)

• Carbon monoxide can be present with

other exhaust fumes. Therefore, if you
smell exhaust fumes of any kind
inside your vehicle, have it inspected
and repaired immediately. If you ever
suspect exhaust fumes are coming
into your vehicle, drive it only with all
the windows fully open. Have your
vehicle checked and repaired immedi

ately.

W ARNING

Exhaust
Engine exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide (CO). Though colorless and
odorless, it is dangerous and could be
lethal if inhaled. Follow the instructions
on this page to avoid CO poisoning.

• Do not operate the engine in confined

or closed areas (such as garages) any

more than what is necessary to move
the vehicle in or out of the area.

• When the vehicle is stopped in an

open area for more than a short time
with the engine running, adjust the
ventilation system (as needed) to
draw outside air into the vehicle.

• Never sit in a parked or stopped vehi

cle for any extended time with the
engine running.

• When the engine stalls or fails to start,

excessive attempts to restart the
engine may cause damage to the
emission control system.

Operating precautions for cata

lytic converters

W ARNING

Catalytic converter
Keep away from the catalytic converter
and exhaust system while the vehicle is
running or immediately thereafter. The
exhaust and catalytic systems are very
hot and may burn you.

W ARNING

Fire
• Do not park, idle or drive the vehicle

over or near flammable objects, such
as grass, vegetation, paper, leaves,
etc. A hot exhaust system can ignite
flammable items under your vehicle.

• Also, do not remove the heat sink

around the exhaust system, do not
seal the bottom of the vehicle or do not
coat the vehicle for corrosion con

trol. It

may present a fire risk under certain
conditions.

Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter emission control device.

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Emission control system

Therefore, the following precautions
must be observed:
• Use only UNLEADED FUEL for

gaso

line engines.

• Do not operate the vehicle when there

are signs of engine malfunction, such
as misfire or a noticeable loss of per

formance.

• Do not misuse or abuse the engine.

Examples of misuse are coasting with
the ignition off and descending steep
grades in gear with the ignition off.

• Do not operate the engine at high idle

speed for extended periods (5 min

utes or more).

• Do not modify or tamper with any part

of the engine or emission control
system. All inspections and adjust

ments must be made by an autho

rized Kia dealer.

• Avoid driving with an extremely low

fuel level. Running out of fuel could
cause the engine to misfire, damaging
the catalytic converter.

Failure to observe these precautions
could result in damage to the catalytic
converter and to your vehicle. Addition

ally, such actions could void your war

ranties.

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Dimensions ..................................................................................... 8-2

Engine

............................................................................................. 8-2

Gross vehicle weight ..................................................................... 8-3

Luggage volume ............................................................................8-4

Air conditioning system................................................................8-4

Bulb wattage ..................................................................................8-5

Tires and wheels ............................................................................8-6

Recommended lubricants and capacities .................................. 8 - 7

•

Recommended SAE viscosity number.................................................... 8-
8

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)...........................................8-9

Vehicle certification label.............................................................8-9
Tire specification and pressure label........................................8-10

Engine number.............................................................................8-10

Reporting safety defects .............................................................8-11

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Dimensions

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Dimensions

Engine

Item

6, 7

Seats

mm (in)

Base

GT Line

X Line

Overall length

4,800 (189)

4,810 (189.4)

4,800 (189)

Overall width

1,900 (74.8)

Overall height

Without Roof rack

1,695 (66.7)

With Roof rack

1,700 (66.9)

1,785 (70.3)

Tread

Front

235/65 R17

1,651 (65.0)

235/60 R18

1,646 (64.8)

255/45 R20

1,637 (64.4)

Rear

235/65 R17

1,661 (65.4)

235/60 R18

1,656 (65.2)

255/45 R20

1,647 (64.8)

Wheelbase

2,815 (110.8)

Item

Smart stream G2.5 GDi

Smart stream G2.5 T-GDi

Displacement [cc (cu in)]

2,497 (152.3)

Bore x Stroke [mm (in)]

88.5 x 101.5 (3.5 x 4)

Firing order

1-3-4-2

No. of cylinders

4 (inline)

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Gross vehicle weight

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Engine

FWD

AWD

6 seats

7 seats

6 seats

7 seats

Gross vehicle weight [kg

(lbs.)]

Smart stream G2.5 GDi

2,430

(5,357)

2,480

(5,467)

Smartstream G2.5 T-
GDi

2,430

(5,357)

2,480

(5,467)

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Luggage volume

• Min: Behind rear seat (seatback upright 23 degrees, cushion backwards)

僅

Max: Behind rear seat (seatback upright 15degrees, cushion forwards)

Air conditioning system

Please contact a professional workshop for more details.

Kia recommends to contact an authorized Kia dealer.

Item

6 seats

7 seats

Luggage volume (SAE) [L (cu ft)]

MIN.

1090 (38.5)

MAX.

1274 (45.0)

Item

Weight of volume

Classification

Refrigerant

FRONT A/CON

575

± 25

R-1234yf

FRONT + REAR A/CON

800

± 25

Compressor lubricant

FRONT A/CON

100

± 10

PAG

FRONT + REAR A/CON

190

± 10

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Bulb wattage

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Light bulb

Bulb type

Wattage (Watt)

Front

Type A

High beam

LED

Low beam

LED

Position and daytime running
lamps*

LED

Turn signal lamps

PY28/8W

Front fog lamps*

LED

Front side marker lamps

LED

Type B

High beam

LED

Low beam

LED

Auxiliary low beam

LED

Position and daytime running
lamps*

LED

Turn signal lamps

LED

Front fog lamps*

LED

Front side marker lamps

LED

Rear

Type A

Stop and tail lamps

21/5W

21/5

Turn signal lamps

P21W

Side marker lamps (Bulb Type)

W5W

Type B

Stop and tail lamps

LED

Turn signal lamps

LED

Side marker lamps (LED Type)

LED

Back up lamps

Type A

W16W

Type B

P21W

High mounted stop lamps

LED

License plate lamps

W5W

Interior

Map lamps (Bulb Type)

WEDGE(W10W)

Map lamps (LED Type)*

LED

Room lamps

FESTOON

Personal lamps*

LED

Vanity mirror lamps

FESTOON

Glove box lamp

W5W

Vanity mirror lamps*

BULB

Luggage lamp (Bulb Type)

FESTOON

Luggage lamp (LED Type)*

LED

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Tires and wheels

*1. Load Index

*2. If equipped

*3. If equipped

CAUTION

When replacing tires, use the same size
originally supplied with the vehicle.

Using tires of a different size can dam

age the related parts or make it work
irregularly.

NOTICE

• We recommend that when replacing

tires, use the same originally supplied
with the vehicles.

If not, that affects driving perfor

mance.

• When driving in high altitude grades, it

is natural for the atmospheric pres

sure to decrease.

Therefore, please check the tire pres

sure and add more air when neces

sary.

Additionally required tire air pressure
per km above sea level: 10.5 kPa (1.5
psi)/km

Item

Tire size Wheel size

Load

capacity

Speed

capac

ity

Inflation pressure [kPa (psi)]

Wheel lug nut

torque

kgf·m (lbf·ft, N·m)

Normal load

Maximum load

km/h

Front

Rear

Front

Rear

Full size tire

235/

65R17

7.0J X 17"

104

900

210

35 (240,

2.4)

35 (240,

2.4)

35 (240,

2.4)

35 (240,

2.4)

11~ 13

(79 ~ 94, 107 ~

127)

235/

60R18

7.5J X 18"

103

875

210

255/

45R20

8.5J X 20"

105

925

240

Compact spare

tire (steel wheel)

T135/

90D17

4B X 17"

104

900

130

60 (420,

4.2)

60 (420,

4.2)

60 (420,

4.2)

60 (420,

4.2)

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Recommended lubricants and capacities

To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only
lubricants of the proper quality.

The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved
fuel economy.

These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.

*1. Use only specified genuine automatic transmission fluid. The use of non-specified
(even marked as compatible with genuine) could result in shift quality deterioration and
vibrations, eventually, the transmission failure. (Refer to "Explanation of sched

uled

maintenance items" on page 7-13")

*2. Different type of coolant or water may damage the electrical component.

Lubricant

Volume (L)

Classification

Engine oil

(drain and refill)

Recommends

Smartstream G2.5 GDi

5.8

Full synthetic SAE 0W-20, API SN
PLUS/

SP or ILSAC GF-6

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

5.8

Full synthetic SAE 0W-30, API SN
PLUS/

SP or ILSAC GF-6

Double clutch transmis

sion (DCT) fluid

Gear oil

3.3 ~ 3.4

Kia Genuine oil (WET DCTF 75W or
WET

DCT FLUID)

Control oil

2.45 ~ 2.5

Kia Genuine oil (WET DCT
HYDRAULIC

OIL or WET DCT

HYDRAULIC CONTROL

OIL)

Automatic transmission (AT) fluid

6.5

SK ATF SP4M-1,MICHANG ATF
SP4M-1,

S-OIL ATF SP4M-1,Kia

Genuine ATF

SP4M-1

Coolant

Smartstream G2.5 GDi

9.2

An Phosphate based ethylene glycol
based coolant

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

8.4

Brake fluid

As required

DOT 4

Rear differential oil (AWD)

0.53 ~ 0.63

HYPOID GEAR OILAPI GL-5, SAE
75W/85
(Recommended: SK HCT-5 GEAR
OIL

75W85 or equivalent)

Transfer case oil (AWD)

Smartstream G2.5 GDi

0.62 ~ 0.68

HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE
75W/85

(Recommended: SK HCT-5 GEAR
OIL

75W/85 or equivalent)

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

0.48 ~ 0.52

Fuel

Gasoline

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Recommended lubricants and capacities

Recommended SAE viscosity number

An engine oil displaying this American Petroleum Institute (API) Certification
Mark conforms to the International Lubricant Specification Advisory Com

mittee (ILSAC). It is recommended to only use engine oils that uphold this
API Certification Mark.

CAUTION

Always be sure to clean the area around
any filler plug, drain plug, or dipstick
before checking or draining any lubri

cant. This is especially important in
dusty or sandy areas and when the vehi

cle is used on unpaved roads. Cleaning
the plug and dipstick areas will prevent
dirt and grit from entering the engine and
other mechanisms that could be
damaged.

Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an
effect on fuel economy and cold
weather operating (engine start and
engine oil flow ability). Lower viscosity
engine oils can provide better fuel econ

omy and cold weather performance,
however, higher viscosity engine oils are
required for satisfactory lubrication in hot
weather.

Using oils of any viscosity other than
those recommended could result in
engine damage.

When choosing an oil, consider the
range of temperature your vehicle will
be operated in before the next oil
change. Proceed to select the recom

mended oil viscosity from the chart.

Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers

Temperature

°C

°F

Gasoline Engine
Oil

Smartstream
G2.5 GDi

0W-20

Smartstream
G2.5 T-GDi

0W-30

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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN)

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
is the number used in registering your
vehicle and in all legal matters pertain

ing to its ownership, etc.

VIN cover (if equipped)

The number is punched on the floor
under the front right side seat. To check
the number, open the cover.

VIN label

The VIN is also on a plate attached to the
top of the dashboard. The number on the
plate can easily be seen through the
windshield from outside.

Vehicle certification label

The vehicle certification label attached
on the driver's side center pillar gives the
vehicle identification number (VIN).

OMQ4AH080002

OMQ4050266L

OMQ4080003

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Reporting safety defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a
defect which could cause a crash or
could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform Transport Canada
(TC) in addition to notifying Kia Canada
Inc..

Mailing Address:
Transport Canada -

ASFAD 330 Sparks Street

Ottawa, ON

K1A 0N5

Telephone: 819-994-3328 (Ottawa-
Gatineau area or internationally)

Toll free: 1-800-333-0510 (in Canada)

Online:

http://www.tc.gc.ca/recalls

If TC receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehi

cles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, TC cannot become
involved in individual problems between
you, your dealer, or Kia Canada Inc..

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Abbreviation

ABS

Anti-lock Brake System

BAS

Brake Assistant System

BCA

Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist

BCW

Blind-Spot Collision Warning

BVM

Blind-Spot View Monitor

Cruise Control

CRS

Child Restraint System

DAW

Driver Attention Warning

DBC

Downhill Brake Control

DRL

Daytime Running Light

EBD

Electronic Brake force Distribution

ECM

Electric Chromic Mirror

EPS

Electric Power Steering

ESC

Electronic Stability Control

ESS

Emergency Stop Signal

FCA

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist

HAC

Hill-start Assist Control

HBA

High Beam Assist

HDA

Highway Driving Assist

HMSL

High Mounted Stop Lamp

HUD

Head-Up Display

ISLA

Intelligent Speed Limit Assist

LATCH

Lower Anchors and Tether for Chil

dren

LFA

Lane Following Assist

LKA

Lane Keeping Assist

MCB

Multi-Collision Brake

MDPS

Motor Driven Power Steering

MIL

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

MSLA

Manual Speed Limit Assist

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