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Driving your vehicle Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
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 under
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neath side of the vehicle, have the
exhaust system checked as soon as
possible by a professional workshop.
Kia recommends to visit an
authorised Kia dealer/service part
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ner.
Engine exhaust
Do not inhale exhaust fumes or
leave your engine running in an
enclosed area for a prolonged time.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon mon
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oxide, a colourless and odourless
gas that can cause unconsciousness
and death by asphyxiation.
Before driving
Before getting into the vehicle, you
should examine the vehicle and its
surroundings. After getting into the
vehicle, you should check a number
of things before driving.
Before entering vehicle
䳜 Be sure that all windows, outside
mirror(s), and outside lights are
clean.
䳜 Check the condition of the tyres.
䳜 Check under the vehicle for any
sign of leaks.
䳜 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, at the exact interval
depending on the fluid. Further
details are provided in "Mainte
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nance" on page 7-5.
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