Kia Rio 2023 User Manual

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Driving your vehicle Before driving
Driving your vehicle
Be sure the exhaust system
does not leak.
The exhaust system should be checked
whenever the vehicle is raised to change
the oil or for any other purpose. If you
hear a change in the sound of the
exhaust or if you drive over something
that strikes the underneath side of the
vehicle, have the exhaust system
checked as soon as possible by an
authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING
Engine exhaust
Do not inhale exhaust fumes or leave
your engine running in an enclosed area
for a prolonged time.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monox
-
ide, a colorless, odorless gas that can
cause unconsciousness and death by
asphyxiation.
WARNING
Open trunk/liftgate
Do not drive with the trunk/liftgate open.
Poisonous exhaust gases can enter the
passenger compartment. If you must
drive with the trunk/liftgate open pro
-
ceed as follows:
1. Close all windows.
2. Open side vents.
3. Set the air intake control at “Fresh”,
the air flow control at “Floor” or “Face”
and the fan at the highest speed.
Before driving
Before entering vehicle
僅 Be sure that all windows, outside mir -
ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
僅 Check the condition of the tires.
僅 Check under the vehicle for any sign
of leaks.
僅 Be sure there are no obstacles behind
you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid
should be checked on a regular basis,
with the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Further details are provided in
chapter 7, “Maintenance”.
WARNING
Distracted driving
Focus on the road while driving.
The driver's primary responsibility is in
the safe and legal operation of the vehi -
cle. Any use of handheld devices, other
equipment or vehicle systems that dis -
tract the driver should not be used
during vehicle operation.
Before starting
僅 Close and lock all doors.
僅 Position the seat so that all controls
are easily reached.
僅 Buckle your seat belt.
僅 Adjust the inside and outside rearview
mirrors.
僅 Be sure that all lights work.
僅 Check all gauges.
僅 Check the operation of warning lights
when the ignition switch or ENGINE
START/STOP button is turned to the
ON position.

Kia Rio 2023 Specifications

General

Brand	Kia
Model	Rio 2023
Category	Automobile
Language	English