Kia SPORTAGE 2017 - User Manual

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Summary

Kia Vehicle Instruction Cards Index

Kia Vehicle Instruction Card Supplement

Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)

Explanation of the Electronic Parking Brake system, its activation, and deactivation.

Warning Lights Explained

Guidance on interpreting different colored warning lights on the instrument panel.

Driving Restrictions and Conditions

Kia Picanto Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Rio Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Ceed Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Venga Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Optima Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Niro Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Sportage Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Carens Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Stonic Vehicle Instruction Card

Vehicle Controls and Indicators

Summary

Kia Vehicle Instruction Cards Index

Kia Vehicle Instruction Card Supplement

Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)

Explanation of the Electronic Parking Brake system, its activation, and deactivation.

Warning Lights Explained

Guidance on interpreting different colored warning lights on the instrument panel.

Driving Restrictions and Conditions

Kia Picanto Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Rio Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Ceed Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Venga Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Optima Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Niro Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Sportage Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Carens Vehicle Instruction Card

Kia Stonic Vehicle Instruction Card

Vehicle Controls and Indicators

Overview

General Vehicle Information (Applicable to most Kia models covered)
Kia Picanto (Page 3)
Kia Rio (Page 4)
Kia Cee'd (Page 5)
Kia Venga (Page 6)
Kia Optima (Page 7)
Kia Niro (Page 8)
Kia Sportage (Page 9)
Kia Carens (Page 10)
Kia Stonic (Page 11)
General Notes for all models

This document provides an overview of various Kia vehicle models, serving as a quick reference guide for drivers. It includes information on general vehicle controls, essential specifications, and common operational procedures.

General Vehicle Information (Applicable to most Kia models covered):

Vehicle Instruction Card Supplement (Page 2): This supplement covers the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system.
- Function Description: The EPB replaces the traditional mechanical handbrake, designed to prevent accidental rolling. It offers convenience and safety features.
- Activation: The EPB typically auto-activates. It will also activate if seatbelts are not worn or if luggage on seats triggers the system. To manually apply, pull the switch labeled 'A'. Warning lamps on the switch and instrument panel confirm activation.
- Deactivation: The EPB normally auto-releases. Depress the brake or accelerator pedal, or press the switch 'A' to manually release it. Warning lamps will extinguish upon deactivation.
- When Driving Away: The EPB automatically deactivates when driving off and prevents rollback on gradients for a few seconds. For automatic gearbox vehicles, it can be used for brief stops (e.g., at traffic lights) to prevent creeping forward.
- Deadlocks: Messages about deadlocks/safelock indicate that once the vehicle is locked, occupants inside cannot open the doors, which is a standard advisory message and not a malfunction.
- Seatbelt Warning Lights: These may illuminate if the EPB auto-activates to prevent movement. To deactivate, ensure all passengers fasten seatbelts and remove luggage from seats.
- Warning Lights and What They Mean:
  - Red: Indicates a potentially serious problem or safety issue, requiring immediate attention. Can also be an important reminder.
  - Yellow/Orange: Suggests a need for service or repair soon. If flashing, contact the rental agent.
  - Green/Blue: Indicates a system is on or operating normally.
- Driving Restrictions and/or Conditions: Adheres to Highway Code maximum speeds (MPH) unless otherwise indicated:
  - Built-up area (street lit): 30 mph
  - Single carriageway: 60 mph
  - Dual carriageway: 70 mph
  - Motorway: 70 mph
  - Drivers are responsible for complying with all applicable Road Traffic Regulations and road conditions.

Kia Picanto (Page 3):

Function Description: A 5-door hatchback with 5 seats.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Tyre Pressures (Cold): Legal minimum tread depth 1.6 mm. Recommended pressures: 175/65 R14, 185/55 R15, 195/45 R16. Check the B-pillar or fuel filler cap for specific values. Note: driving speeds and travel distances are restricted with space-saver spare tyres.
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 35.0 litres (unleaded petrol only).
Usage Features:
- Controls: Heating & Ventilation, Hazard Lights, Starter Switch, Headlights, Sidelights, Indicators, Wipers, Rear Screen Wipers, Horn, Bonnet Release (not shown), Heated Rear Screen, Rear Fog Lamp, Front Fog Lamp.
- Gear Selector (Manual): R, 1, 3, 5, 2, 4, 6.
- Gear Selector (Automatic): P, R, N, D, 2, 1.
- Child Seats: Never use in a front passenger seat with an active airbag. Follow fitting instructions.
- Locking the Doors: Key/remote central dead locking. Central console button or door locking knobs.
- Anti-theft System: Passive arming electronic engine immobiliser. Visible VIN plate.
- Opening the Boot: Centrally locked, use key or remote.
- Adjusting Door Mirrors: Electric adjustment via control pad on driver's door (or manual on entry models).
- Opening the Windows: Electric front/rear via control buttons on driver's door (or manual rear windows).
- Operating the Sunroof: If fitted, electric sunroof via roof-mounted switches.
- Using Child Door Locks: Press central console button or twist slot on rear doors.
- Starting the Engine: Ensure gear selector in N (or P for automatic), handbrake on. Insert key in starter switch. Normal starting routine.
- Opening Fuel Filler Cap: Under flap on rear nearside. Centrally locked. Remote release button may be present. Twist cap anticlockwise.
- Releasing the Bonnet: Pull lever in driver's footwell, unhook catch.
- Folding Rear Seats: 60:40 split. Press unlocking catch, fold down. Raise and push firmly to engage lock.
- How to Change a Tyre: Lift carpet for tools. Move vehicle to firm/level ground. Turn engine off, select first gear (manual) or P (automatic). Apply handbrake. Loosen wheel nuts. Use reinforced jack points. Crank jack, undo wheel nuts, change wheel, lower vehicle, tighten nuts. For assistance, call Europcar Tyre Helpline 0800 0280 999.
- How to Drive an Automatic: Select N for neutral, P for parking, R for reverse (vehicle must be at standstill). D for normal driving (transmission uses all forward gears, 'kickdown' facility available). Low gears 1 and 2 for low speed. Apply handbrake at standstill.
Maintenance Features: Check tyre pressure regularly.

Kia Rio (Page 4):

Function Description: A 5-door hatchback with 5 seats.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Tyre Pressures (Cold): Legal minimum tread depth 1.6 mm. Recommended pressures: 185/65 R15, 195/55 R16, 205/45 R17. Check the B-pillar or fuel filler cap for specific values. Some models may have electronic tyre pressure monitor. Note: driving speeds and travel distances are restricted with space-saver spare tyres.
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 43.0 litres (unleaded petrol only).
Usage Features:
- Controls: Similar to Picanto, with the same general layout.
- Gear Selector (Manual): R, 1, 3, 5, 2, 4, 6.
- Gear Selector (Automatic): P, R, N, D, +.
- Starting the Engine: Some vehicles feature auto engine start/stop technology (engine switches off at standstill or idling, depress clutch to restart).
- Opening Fuel Filler Cap: Under flap on rear nearside. Centrally locked. Pull remote release button. Twist cap anticlockwise.
- How to Change a Tyre: Similar procedure to Picanto. For assistance, call Europcar Tyre Helpline 0800 0280 999.
- How to Drive an Automatic: Similar to Picanto, with D+ or D- options for manual gear selection.
Maintenance Features: Check tyre pressure regularly.

Kia Cee'd (Page 5):

Function Description: A 5-door hatchback/estate with 5 seats.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Tyre Pressures (Cold): Legal minimum tread depth 1.6 mm. Recommended pressures: 205/55 R16, 225/45 R17, 225/40 R18. Check the B-pillar or fuel filler cap for specific values. Note: driving speeds and travel distances are restricted with space-saver spare tyres.
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 50 litres (unleaded petrol only).
Usage Features:
- Controls: Similar to Picanto/Rio, but includes Electronic Parking Brake (14).
- Gear Selector (Manual): R, 1, 3, 5, 2, 4, 6.
- Gear Selector (Automatic): P, R, N, D, +.
- Locking the Doors: Auto locking of doors on pulling away. Some vehicles feature keyless entry.
- Starting the Engine: Ensure gear selector in N (or P for automatic) and electronic parking brake is on. Insert key/press start/stop button. Release EPB and brake pedal, gently press accelerator. Auto engine start/stop technology available.
- Opening Fuel Filler Cap: Under flap on rear nearside. Centrally locked. Remote release. Lightly press flap, twist cap anticlockwise.
- Folding Rear Seats: 40:20:40 split. Press unlocking catch, fold down. Raise and push firmly to engage lock.
- How to Change a Tyre: Vehicles not normally supplied with a spare wheel or tyre repair kit. Similar procedure to Picanto. For assistance, call Europcar Tyre Helpline 0800 0280 999.
- How to Drive an Automatic: Similar to Picanto/Rio, with D+ or D- options for manual gear selection.
Maintenance Features: Check tyre pressure regularly.

Kia Venga (Page 6):

Function Description: A 5-door hatchback with 5 seats.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Tyre Pressures (Cold): Legal minimum tread depth 1.6 mm. Recommended pressures: 195/65 R15, 205/50 R16. Check the B-pillar or fuel filler cap for specific values. Some models may have electronic tyre pressure monitor.
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 48.0 litres (unleaded petrol only).
Usage Features:
- Controls: Similar to previous models.
- Gear Selector (Manual): R, 1, 3, 5, 2, 4, 6.
- Gear Selector (Automatic): P, R, N, D.
- Locking the Doors: Auto-lock on vehicle motion.
- Anti-theft System: Vehicles may be fitted with an alarm.
- Opening the Boot: Fitted with luggage net hooks.
- Adjusting Door Mirrors: Some models feature electric folding.
- Starting the Engine: Some models feature automatic start/stop technology (engine auto shuts off when stationary, depress clutch to restart). To activate start/stop when stopping, put gear selector into neutral and remove foot from clutch.
- Opening Fuel Filler Cap: Under flap on rear offside. Centrally locked. Press remote release button. Lift flap, twist cap anticlockwise.
- Folding Rear Seats: Seats feature slide and recline option.
- How to Change a Tyre: Similar procedure to Picanto. For assistance, call Europcar Tyre Helpline 0800 0280 999.
- How to Drive an Automatic: Similar to Picanto.
Maintenance Features: Check tyre pressure regularly.

Kia Optima (Page 7):

Function Description: A 4-door saloon with 5 seats.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Tyre Pressures (Cold): Legal minimum tread depth 1.6 mm. Recommended pressures: 205/65 R16, 215/55 R17, 225/45 R18. Check the B-pillar or fuel filler cap for specific values. Some models may have electronic tyre pressure monitor.
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 70 litres (unleaded petrol only).
Usage Features:
- Controls: Similar to Cee'd, includes Electronic Parking Brake (14).
- Gear Selector (Manual): R, 1, 3, 5, 2, 4, 6.
- Gear Selector (Automatic): P, R, N, D, +.
- Locking the Doors: Keyless entry system.
- Anti-theft System: Anti-theft alarm.
- Opening the Boot: Press lower right dashboard switch for remote release.
- Starting the Engine: Similar to Cee'd, with start/stop button.
- Opening Fuel Filler Cap: Under flap on rear offside. Centrally locked. Press remote release button. Lift flap, twist cap anticlockwise.
- How to Change a Tyre: Similar procedure to Cee'd. For assistance, call Europcar Tyre Helpline 0800 0280 999.
- How to Drive an Automatic: Similar to Cee'd.
Maintenance Features: Check tyre pressure regularly.

Kia Niro (Page 8):

Function Description: A 5-door hybrid SUV with 5 seats.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Tyre Pressures (Cold): Legal minimum tread depth 1.6 mm. Recommended pressures: 205/60 R16, 225/45 R18. Check the B-pillar or fuel filler cap for specific values. Some models may have electronic tyre pressure monitor.
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 45 litres (unleaded petrol only).
Usage Features:
- Controls: Similar to Optima, includes Electronic Parking Brake (14) and Engine Start/Stop (15).
- Gear Selector (Manual): R, 1, 3, 5, 2, 4, 6.
- Gear Selector (Automatic): P, R, N, D, +.
- Locking the Doors: Auto-lock on vehicle motion.
- Anti-theft System: Anti-theft alarm.
- Opening the Boot: Press lower right dashboard switch for remote release.
- Operating the Sunroof: Electric tilt/slide panoramic sunroof.
- Starting the Engine: Press start/stop button or turn key for models without smart key.
- Folding Rear Seats: 60:40 split. Can be removed by releasing lock and sliding/lifting out.
- How to Change a Tyre: Similar procedure to Optima, but mentions standard spare wheel, tools, and jack. For assistance, call Europcar Tyre Helpline 0800 0280 999.
- How to Drive an Automatic: Similar to Optima.
- Using the Hybrid Mode: Electric power used for starting, mid-acceleration, and assisting petrol power during cruising. Full acceleration uses both electric motor and petrol engine. Energy regeneration occurs during deceleration and braking.
Maintenance Features: Check tyre pressure regularly.

Kia Sportage (Page 9):

Function Description: A 5-door SUV (2X4 or 4X4) with 5 seats.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Tyre Pressures (Cold): Legal minimum tread depth 1.6 mm. Recommended pressures: 215/70 R16, 225/60 R17, 245/45 R19. Check the B-pillar or fuel filler cap for specific values. Some models may have electronic tyre pressure monitor.
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 62.0 litres (unleaded petrol only).
Usage Features:
- Controls: Similar to Niro.
- Gear Selector (Manual): R, 1, 3, 5, 2, 4, 6.
- Gear Selector (Automatic): P, R, N, D, +.
- Locking the Doors: Auto-lock on vehicle motion.
- Anti-theft System: Anti-theft alarm.
- Opening the Boot: Press lower right dashboard switch for remote release.
- Starting the Engine: Similar to Niro.
- How to Change a Tyre: Similar procedure to Niro. For assistance, call Europcar Tyre Helpline 0800 0280 999.
- How to Drive an Automatic: Similar to Niro.
Maintenance Features: Check tyre pressure regularly.

Kia Carens (Page 10):

Function Description: A 5-door MPV with 7 seats.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Tyre Pressures (Cold): Legal minimum tread depth 1.6 mm. Recommended pressures: 205/55 R16, 205/50 R17. Check the B-pillar or fuel filler cap for specific values. Some models may have electronic tyre pressure monitor.
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 58.0 litres (unleaded petrol only).
Usage Features:
- Controls: Similar to Sportage.
- Gear Selector (Manual): R, 1, 3, 5, 2, 4, 6.
- Gear Selector (Automatic): P, R, N, D, +.
- Locking the Doors: Auto-lock on vehicle motion.
- Anti-theft System: Anti-theft alarm.
- Opening the Boot: Press lower right dashboard switch for remote release.
- Starting the Engine: Similar to Sportage.
- Folding Rear Seats: 60:40 split. Can be removed by releasing lock and sliding/lifting out.
- How to Change a Tyre: Similar procedure to Sportage. For assistance, call Europcar Tyre Helpline 0800 0280 999.
- How to Drive an Automatic: Similar to Sportage.
Maintenance Features: Check tyre pressure regularly.

Kia Stonic (Page 11):

Function Description: A 5-door SUV with 5 seats.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Tyre Pressures (Cold): Legal minimum tread depth 1.6 mm. Recommended pressures: 185/65 R15, 205/55 R17. Check the B-pillar or fuel filler cap for specific values. Some models may have electronic tyre pressure monitor.
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 50 litres (unleaded petrol only).
Usage Features:
- Controls: Similar to Carens.
- Gear Selector (Manual): R, 1, 3, 5, 2, 4, 6.
- Gear Selector (Automatic): P, R, N, D, +.
- Locking the Doors: Auto-lock on vehicle motion.
- Anti-theft System: Anti-theft alarm.
- Opening the Boot: Press lower right dashboard switch for remote release.
- Starting the Engine: Similar to Carens.
- Folding Rear Seats: 60:40 split. Can be removed by releasing lock and sliding/lifting out.
- How to Change a Tyre: Similar procedure to Carens. For assistance, call Europcar Tyre Helpline 0800 0280 999.
- How to Drive an Automatic: Similar to Carens.
Maintenance Features: Check tyre pressure regularly.

General Notes for all models:

Vehicle specifications are subject to change.
When the engine is turned off, ensure that the starter switch is in position II when operating electrical items such as door mirrors and windows, etc.
This vehicle does not include any manufacturer handbooks or manuals.
No responsibility is accepted for inaccuracies or misunderstanding caused by the wording of this guide. If in any doubt, ask a member of staff for assistance.
For assistance after an accident/incident, please call 0800 0280 999.
For assistance after a breakdown or help with tyres or windscreens, please refer to the numbers on the tax disc holder.
Ensure the correct fuel type (unleaded petrol) is used.
In case of breakdown, use hazard lights and attempt to park in a safe position. Use an emergency phone rather than a mobile.