KIA Sedona Battery Replacement Duralast AutoZone

KIA Sedona Battery Replacement Duralast AutoZone $128 including post corrosion resistance Felt Rings and conditioner

KIA SEDONA BATTERY


KIA Sedona Battery Replacement Duralast AutoZone
KIA Sedona Battery Replacement Duralast AutoZone $128 including post corrosion resistance Felt Rings and conditioner

KIA SEDONA BATTERY

Kia Sedona Rear Hatch Door Gas Strut Replacement

Kia Sedona Rear Hatch Door Gas Strut Replacement

Kia Sedona Rear Hatch Door Gas Strut Replacement
Prop Kia Sedona Rear Hatch Door open securely so it won't fall wile working. Use a narrow flathead screwdriver to pry the Kia Sedona Rear Hatch Door gas strut clips holding on to the attachment knobs for the Kia Sedona Rear Hatch Door Gas strut one at each end of the Kia Sedona Rear Hatch Door Gas Strut.

Ordered two Kia Sedona Rear Hatch Door Gas Struts from Amazon for $45.

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Kia Sedona Rear Hatch Door Gas Strut Replacement

KIA Sedona EcoMinder (ECO) ECONOMICAL OPERATION

KIA Sedona EcoMinder (ECO) ECONOMICAL OPERATION
Your new KIA Sedona is designed to use only unleaded fuel with a minimum Octane Rating of 87 Anti-Knock Index Your KIA Sedona's fuel economy depends mainly on your style of driving, where you drive and when you drive. Each of these factors affects how many kilometers (miles) you can get from a liter (gallon) of fuel. To operate your KIA Sedona as economically as possible, use the following driving suggestions to help save money in both fuel and repairs: Avoid lengthy warm-up idling. Once the engine is running smoothly, begin driving. Remember, KIA Sedona engine warm-up may take a little longer on cold days. Save KIA Sedona fuel by accelerating slowly after stopping. Keep the KIA Sedona engine in tune and follow the recommended periodic maintenance schedule. This will increase the life of all parts and lower your operating costs. Do not use the KIA Sedona air conditioner unnecessarily. Slow down when driving on rough roads. For longer KIA Sedona tire life and better fuel economy, always keep the tires inflated to the recommended pressures. Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles to avoid sudden stops. This will reduce wear on KIA Sedona brake linings and pads. Driving in such a way will also save fuel because extra fuel is required to accelerate back to driving speed. Do not carry unnecessary weight in the KIA Sedona . Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. This can cause needless wear, possible damage to the KIA Sedona brakes, and poor fuel economy. Improper wheel alignment results in faster tire wear and lower fuel economy. Open windows at high speeds can reduce fuel economy. Fuel economy is less in crosswinds and headwinds. To help offset some of this loss, slow down when driving KIA Sedona in these conditions. Keeping a KIA Sedona in good operating condition is important both for economy and safety. Therefore, have an authorized KIA Sedona dealer perform scheduled inspections and KIA Sedona maintenance.

Never turn the KIA Sedona engine off to coast down hills or anytime the KIA Sedona is in motion. The KIA Sedona power steering and KIA Sedona power brakes will not function properly without the KIA Sedona engine running. Instead, keep the KIA Sedona engine on and downshift to an appropriate gear for engine braking effect. In addition, turning off the ignition while driving could engage the KIA Sedona steering wheel lock resulting in loss of KIA Sedona steering which could cause serious injury or death.

The KIA Sedona ECOMINDER indicator is a system that illuminates “ECO” when the driver has reached optimum fuel efficiency. The KIA Sedona ECOMINDER indicator will turn the ECO light green on the KIA Sedona instrument panel when you are driving fuel efficiently in the ECO ON mode. If you don't want the indicator displayed, you can turn the ECO ON mode to OFF mode by pressing the TRIP button. KIA Sedona Fuel efficient driving can be influenced by driving habits and road conditions. The indicator will not display while in P (Park), N (Neutral) or R (Reverse).

KIA Sedona ECOMINDER INDICATOR ECO ON/OFF mode You can turn the ECOMINDER indicator (which is identified on your instrument dashboard by the “ECO” name) on/off on the instrument cluster in this mode. If you push the TRIP button more than 1 second in the ECOMINDER indicator ECO ON mode, then ECO OFF is displayed in the screen and the ECO indicator turns off. If you want to display the ECOMINDER indicator ECO again, press the TRIP button more than 1 second in the ECO OFF mode and then ECO ON mode is displayed in the screen. When you press the KIA Sedona TRIP button less than 1 second in the ECO mode, the mode is changed to KIA Sedona odometer.

KIA Sedona Air Bags SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

KIA Sedona Air Bags SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

KIA Sedona Driver’s air bag and KIA Sedona front passenger’s air bag are designed to supplement the protection offered by the KIA Sedona safety belt in certain frontal collisions. Likewise, side air bag and KIA Sedona curtain air bags are designed to supplement the protection offered by the safety belt in side collisions. Safety belts are designed to reduce the injury of the driver or passengers in case of impact or collision. No safety belt or air bag system can completely eliminate injuries that may cause in KIA Sedona collisions or impacts. To help reduce impact on KIA Sedona driver or KIA Sedona passengers in any collision, safety belts must be correctly worn.

 

KIA Sedona Air Bags SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
(1) KIA Sedona Driver’s air bag
(2) KIA Sedona Front passenger’s air bag
(3) KIA Sedona Side air bag
(4) KIA Sedona Curtain Air bag
(5) KIA Sedona Side impact sensor
(6) KIA Sedona Front impact sensor
(7) KIA Sedona Occupant classification system
(8) KIA Sedona Front seat position sensor
(9) KIA Sedona SRS Control Module

The advanced KIA Sedona SRS offers the ability to control the KIA Sedona air bag inflation with two levels. A first stage level is provided for moderate- severity KIA Sedona impacts. A second stage level is provided for more severe impacts. According to the impact severity, seating position and safety belt usage, the KIA Sedona SRSCM (SRS Control Module) controls the air bag inflation. Failure to properly wear safety belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident. Additionally, your SRS is equipped with an occupant classification system in the front passenger’s seat. The KIA Sedona occupant classification system detects the presence of a passenger in the front passenger’s seat and will turn off the front passenger’s air bag under certain conditions.

You must always sit as far back from the KIA Sedona steering wheel air bag as possible (chest at least 250 mm (10 inches) away from the steering wheel), while still maintaining a comfortable seating position for good KIA Sedona control, in order to reduce the risk of injury or death in a collision. Never place objects over the KIA Sedona air bag storage compartments or between the air bags and yourself. Due to the speed and force of the air bag inflation, such objects could hit your body at high speed and cause severe bodily injury and even death. Do not put stickers or ornaments on the KIA Sedona steering wheel cover. These may interfere with the deployment of the air bag.

KIA Sedona Front passenger’s air bag is stored in the instrument panel on the glove box. Since you cannot know which air bags will deploy or from what direction, never put any objects or ornaments on the KIA Sedona instrument panel.

KIA Sedona Side air bags are stored in the left side of the driver’s seat, right side of the front passenger’s seat. If air bag inflation conditions are met (side collision), they will inflate.

KIA Sedona Curtain air bags are located along both sides of the roof rails above the front and rear doors. It is designed to help protect the heads of the front seat occupants and the rear outboard seat occupants in certain side impact collisions.

Why didn’t my KIA Sedona air bag go off in a collision? There are many types of KIA Sedona accidents in which the KIA Sedona air bag would not be expected to provide additional protection. These include KIA Sedona rear impacts, second or third collisions in multiple impact accidents, as well as KIA Sedona low speed impacts. In other words, just because your KIA Sedona is damaged and even if your KIA Sedona is totally unusable, don’t be surprised that the air bags did not inflate.

KIA Sedona Air bag only operates when the KIA Sedona ignition switch is turned to the ON or START positions. KIA Sedona Air bags inflate instantly in the event of serious frontal or side collision  in order to help protect the occupants from serious physical injury. There is no single speed at which the air bags will inflate. Generally, air bags are designed to inflate by the severity of a collision and its direction. These two factors determine whether the KIA Sedona sensors send out an electronic deployment/inflation signal. Air bag deployment depends on a number of factors including vehicle speed, angles of impact and the density and stiffness of the vehicles or objects which your KIA Sedona hits in the collision. However, factors are not limited to those mentioned above. The KIA Sedona front air bags will completely inflate and deflate in an instant. It is virtually impossible for you to see the air bags inflate during an accident. It is much more likely that you will simply see the deflated air bags hanging out of their storage compartments after the collision. In order to help provide protection in a severe collision, the air bags must inflate rapidly. The speed of air bag inflation is a consequence of the extremely short time in which a collision occurs and the need to get the air bag between the occupant and the KIA Sedona structures before the occupant impacts those structures. This speed of inflation reduces the risk of serious or life threatening injuries in a severe collision and is thus a necessary part of air bag design. However, air bag inflation can also cause injuries which normally can include facial abrasions, bruises and broken bones, and sometimes more serious injuries because that inflation speed also causes the air bags to expand with a great deal force. There are even circumstances under which contact with the steering wheel air bag can cause fatal injuries, especially if the KIA Sedona occupant is positioned excessively close to the KIA Sedona steering wheel.

KIA Sedona Road Noise Test

KIA Sedona Road Noise Test Uniroyal Tires at 70+ MPH



Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides the tire identification number (TIN) for safety standard certification. The TIN can be used to identify the tire in case of a recall.

1. Manufacturer or brand name Manufacturer or Brand name is shown.

2. A KIA Sedona tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire size designation. You will need this information when selecting replacement tires for your car. The following explains what the letters and numbers in the tire size designation mean. Example tire size designation: (These numbers are provided as an example only; your tire size designator could vary depending on your KIA Sedona.) P185/65R14 86H P - Applicable KIA Sedona type (tires marked with the prefix “P’’ are intended for use on passenger cars or light trucks; however, not all tires have this marking). 185 - Tire width in millimeters. 65 - Aspect ratio. The tire’s section height as a percentage of its width. R - Tire construction code (Radial). 14 - Rim diameter in inches. 86 - Load Index, a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry. H - Speed Rating Symbol. See the speed rating chart in this section for additional information. Wheel size designation Wheels are also marked with important information that you need if you ever have to replace one. The following explains what the letters and numbers in the wheel size designation mean. Example KIA Sedona wheel size designation: 5.5JX14 5.5 - Rim width in inches. J - Rim contour designation. 14 - Rim diameter in inches Tire speed ratings The chart below lists many of the different speed ratings currently being used for passenger cars. The speed rating is part of the tire size designation on the sidewall of the tire. This symbol corresponds to that KIA Sedona tire's designed maximum safe operating speed.S 180 km/h (112 mph) T 190 km/h (118 mph) H 210 km/h (130 mph) V 240 km/h (149 mph) Z Above 240 km/h (149 mph)

3. Checking KIA Sedona tire life (TIN : Tire Identification Number) Any tires that are over 6 years, based on the manufacturing date, tire strength and performance, decline with age naturally (even unused spare tires). Therefore, the tires (including the spare tire) should be replaced by new ones. You can find the manufacturing date on the tire sidewall (possibly on the inside of the wheel), displaying the DOT Code. The DOT Code is a series of numbers on a tire consisting of numbers and English letters. The manufacturing date is designated by the last four digits (characters) of the DOT code. DOT : XXXX XXXX OOOO The front part of the DOT means a plant code number, tire size and tread pattern and the last four numbers indicate week and year manufactured. For example: DOT XXXX XXXX 1611 represents that the tire was produced in the 16th week of 2011.

4. Tire ply composition and material The number of layers or plies of rubber- coated fabric in the tire. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the materials in the tire, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others. The letter "R" means radial ply construction; the letter "D" means diagonal or bias ply construction; and the letter "B" means belted-bias ply construction.


5. Maximum permissible inflation pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should be put in the tire. Do not exceed the maximum permissible inflation pressure. Refer to the Tire and Loading Information label for recommended inflation pressure.

6. KIA Sedona Maximum load rating This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. When replacing the tires on the KIA Sedona, always use a tire that has the same load rating as the factory installed tire. 7. Uniform tire quality grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: TREADWEAR 200 TRACTION AA TEMPERATURE A Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one-and-ahalf times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use. However, performance may differ from the norm because of variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. These grades are molded on the side-walls of passenger KIA Sedona tires. The tires available as standard or optional equipment on Kia KIA Sedonas may vary with respect to grade. Traction - AA, A, B & C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C. The grades represent the tires ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Temperature -A, B & C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C. The grades represent the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tires to degenerate and reduce tires life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tires failure. Grades A and B represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by the law.Tire temperature The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat build-up and possible sudden tire failure. This can cause loss of KIA Sedona control and serious injury or death. Tire terminology and definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on the tire. Air pressure is expressed in kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per square inch (psi). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power seats, and air conditioning. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire's height to its width. Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials. Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a KIA Sedona tire, measured in kilopascals (kPa) or pounds per square inch (psi) before a tire has built up heat from driving. Curb Weight: This means the weight of a KIA Sedona with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. DOT Markings: The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand and date of production. GVWR: Gross KIA Sedona Weight Rating GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front Axle. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle. Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a KIA Sedona. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure. Load Index: An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire. Maximum Inflation Pressure: The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire may be inflated. The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall. Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded KIA Sedona Weight: The sum of curb weight; accessory weight; KIA Sedona capacity weight; and production options weight. Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants a KIA Sedona is designed to seat multiplied by 68 kg (150 pounds). Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of a asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a KIA Sedona. The outward facing sidewall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the inner facing sidewall. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose KIA Sedona's.

Towing a KIA Sedona

If emergency towing is necessary, we recommend having it done by an authorized Kia dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. To prevent internal damage to the transaxle, never tow your KIA Sedona from the rear (backwards) with all four tires in contact with the surface. Proper KIA Sedona lifting and towing procedures are necessary to prevent damage to the KIA Sedona. The use of wheel dollies or flatbed is recommended. It is acceptable to tow the KIA Sedona with the rear wheels on the ground (without dollies) and the front wheels off the ground. When being towed by a commercial tow truck and wheel dollies are not used, the front of the KIA Sedona should always be lifted, not the rear. CAUTION Do not tow the KIA Sedona backwards with the front wheels on the ground as this may cause damage to the KIA Sedona. Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment. When towing your KIA Sedona in an emergency without wheel dollies : 1. Set the KIA Sedona ignition switch in the ACC position. 2. Place the KIA Sedona transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral). 3. Release the KIA Sedona parking brake. Failure to place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral) may cause internal damage to the transaxle.

If  KIA Sedona towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by an Authorized Kia dealer or a commercial tow truck service. If KIA Sedona towing service is not available in an emergency, your KIA Sedona may be temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing hook under the rear of the KIA Sedona. Use extreme caution when towing the KIA Sedona. A driver must be in the KIA Sedona to steer it and operate the brakes. Towing in this manner may be done only on hard-surfaced roads for a short distance and at low speeds. Also, the wheels, axles, KIA Sedona power train, steering and brakes must all be in good condition. Do not use the tow hooks to pull a KIA Sedona out of mud, sand or other conditions from which the KIA Sedona cannot be driven out under its own power. Avoid towing a KIA Sedona heavier than the KIA Sedona doing the towing. The drivers of both Vehicles should communicate with each other frequently. Attach a towing strap to the tow hook. Using a portion of the KIA Sedona other than the tow hooks for towing may damage the body of your KIA Sedona. Use only a cable or chain specifically intended for use in towing KIA Sedonas. Securely fasten the cable or chain to the towing hook provided. Before emergency KIA Sedona towing, check that the hook is not broken or damaged. Fasten the KIA Sedona towing cable or chain securely to the hook. Do not jerk the hook. Apply steady and even force. To avoid damaging the hook, do not pull from the side or at a vertical angle. Always pull straight ahead. Use extreme caution when towing the KIA Sedona. Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which would place excessive stress on the emergency towing hook and towing cable or chain. The hook and towing cable or chain may break and cause serious injury or damage. If the disable KIA Sedona is unable to be moved, do not forcibly continue the towing. Contact an Authorized Kia dealer or a commercial tow truck service for assistance. Tow the KIA Sedona as straight ahead as possible. Keep away from the KIA Sedona during towing. Tips for towing a stuck KIA Sedona The following methods are effective when your KIA Sedona is stuck in mud, sand or similar substances that prevent the KIA Sedona from being driven out under its own power. Remove the soil and sand, etc. from the front and the back of the tires. Place a stone or wood under the tires. Do not use the hooks under the front of the KIA Sedona for towing purposes. These hooks are designed ONLY for transport tie-down. If the tie-down hooks are used for towing, the tie-down hooks or front bumper will be damaged and this could lead to serious injury.

Trailer Towing with a KIA Sedona

TRAILER TOWING This Blog Post contains many time-tested, important KIA Sedona Hitch Receiver trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. .Driving with a trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you must get to know your trailer. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the KIA Sedona you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly so responsive as your KIA Sedona is by itself. KIA Sedona Hitch Receiver

Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform, safety chains, electrical connector(s), lights, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your KIA Sedona and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time. During your KIA Sedona trip, check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that the lights and any trailer brakes are still working. Load-pulling components such as the KIA Sedona engine, KIA Sedona transaxle, KIA Sedona wheel assemblies, and tires are forced to work harder against the load of the added weight. The KIA Sedona engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads. This additional burden generates extra heat. The trailer also adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. WARNING - KIA Sedona Towing a trailer If you don't use the correct KIA Sedona equipment and drive improperly, you can lose KIA Sedona control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well - or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously or fatally injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section. KIA Sedona Hitch Receiver WARNING - KIA Sedona Weight limits Before towing, make sure the total trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross KIA Sedona weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue load are all within the limits. Following distance Stay at least twice as far behind the KIA Sedona ahead as you would when driving your KIA Sedona without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, because of the increased KIA Sedona length, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the passed KIA Sedona before you can return to your lane. Backing up Hold the bottom of the KIA Sedona steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move your hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Making turns When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees, or other objects. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well in advance. Turn signals when towing a trailer When you tow a trailer, your KIA Sedona has to have a different turn signal flasher and extra wiring. The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly connected, the trailer lights will also flash to alert other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes, or stop. When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your KIA Sedona instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signals when, in fact, they are not. It’s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. You must also check the lights every time you disconnect and then reconnect the wires. Do not connect a trailer lighting system directly to your KIA Sedona’s lighting system. Use only an approved trailer wiring harness. KIA Sedona Hitch Receiver Your Authorized Kia Dealer can assist you in installing the KIA Sedona Hitch Receiver wiring harness. Driving on grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer operate efficiently. On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your speed to around 70 km/h (45 mph) to reduce the possibility of KIA Sedona engine and transaxle overheating. If your trailer weighs more than the maximum trailer weight without trailer brakes and you have an automatic transaxle, you should drive in D (Drive) when towing a trailer. Operating your KIA Sedona in D (Drive) when towing a trailer will minimize heat build up and extend the life of your transaxle. CAUTION When towing a trailer on steep grades (in excess of 6%) pay close attention to the KIA Sedona engine coolant temperature gauge to ensure the KIA Sedona engine does not overheat. If the needle of the coolant temperature gauge moves across the dial towards “H” (HOT), pull over and stop as soon as it is safe to do so, and allow the KIA Sedona engine to idle until it cools down. You may proceed once the KIA Sedona engine has cooled sufficiently. You must decide driving speed depending on trailer weight and uphill grade to reduce the possibility of KIA Sedona engine and transaxle overheating. Parking on hills Generally, you should not park your KIA Sedona, with a trailer attached, on a hill. People can be seriously or fatally injured, and both your KIA Sedona and the trailer can be damaged if they begin a downhill trajectory WARNING - Parking KIA Sedona on a hill Parking your KIA Sedona on a hill with a trailer attached could cause serious injury or death, should the trailer break lose. However, if you ever have to park your trailer on a hill, here’s how to do it: 1. Apply your KIA Sedona brakes, but don’t shift into gear. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the KIA Sedona brakes until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the KIA Sedona brakes. Apply your parking brake, and then shift to P (Park) for an KIA Sedona automatic transaxle. 5. Release the brakes. When you are ready to leave after parking on a hill 1. With the KIA Sedona automatic transaxle in P (Park), apply your brakes and hold the brake pedal down while you: Start your KIA Sedona engine; Shift into gear; and Release the parking brake. 2. Slowly remove your foot from the KIA Sedona brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance when trailer towing Your KIA Sedona will need service more often when you regularly pull a trailer. Important items to pay particular attention to include KIA Sedona engine oil, KIA Sedona automatic transaxle fluid, KIA Sedona axle lubricant and KIA Sedona cooling system fluid. Brake condition is another important item to frequently check.  If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to KIA Sedona Hitch Receiver. Don’t forget to also maintain your KIA Sedona Hitch Receiver trailer and hitch. Follow the maintenance schedule that accompanied your trailer and check it periodically. Preferably, conduct the check at the start of each day’s driving. Most importantly, all KIA Sedona hitch nuts and bolts KIA Sedona Hitch Receiver should be tight. CAUTION Due to higher load during  trailer usage, overheating might occur in hot days or during uphill driving. If the KIA Sedona coolant gauge indicates over-heating, switch off the A/C and stop the KIA Sedona in a safe area to cool down the KIA Sedona engine. When towing check transaxle fluid more frequently. KIA Sedona Hitch Receiver If your KIA Sedona is not equipped with the air conditioner, you should install a condenser fan to improve KIA Sedona engine performance when towing a trailer. If you do decide to pull a trailer Here are some important points if you decide to pull a trailer: State, provincial, county and municipal government have varying trailering laws. Make sure your hitch, mirrors, lights and wiring arrangements are legal, not only where you live, but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information is provincial or local law enforcement agencies. Consider using a sway control. You can ask a hitch dealer about sway control. After your odometer indicates 800 km (500 miles) or more, you can tow a trailer. For the first 800 km (500 miles) that you tow a trailer, don’t drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and don’t make starts at full throttle. This helps your KIA Sedona engine and other parts of your KIA Sedona “wear” in at the heavier loads. Always drive your KIA Sedona at a moderate speed (less than 100 km/h (60 mph)). On a long uphill grade, do not exceed 70 km/h (45 mph) or the posted towing speed limit, whichever is lower. The important considerations have to do with weight: Hitches Weight of the trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be? It should never weigh more than the maximum trailer weight with trailer brakes. But even that can be too heavy. It depends on how you plan to use your trailer. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your KIA Sedona is used to pull a trailer are all important. The ideal trailer weight can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your KIA Sedona. Weight of the trailer tongue WARNING - KIA Sedona weight The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and the gross KIA Sedona weight rating (GVWR) for your KIA Sedona are on the manufacturer's label attached to the driver's door. Exceeding these ratings can cause an accident or KIA Sedona damage. You can calculate the weight of your load by weighing the items (and people) before putting them in the KIA Sedona. Be careful not to overload your KIA Sedona. The tongue load of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross KIA Sedona weight (GVW) of your KIA Sedona. This weight includes the curb weight of the KIA Sedona, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the KIA Sedona. And if you will tow a trailer, you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your KIA Sedona will also be carrying that weight. KIA Sedona Hitch Receiver The trailer tongue should weigh a maximum of 10% of the total loaded trailer weight. After you've loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. If they aren’t, you may be able to correct them simply by moving some items around in the trailer. WARNING - Trailer Never load a trailer with more weight in the rear than in the front. The front should be loaded with approximately 60% of the total trailer load; the rear should be loaded with approximately 40% of the total trailer load. Never exceed the maximum weight limits of the trailer or trailer towing equipment. Improper loading can result in damage to your KIA Sedona and/or personal injury. Check weights and loading at a commercial scale or highway patrol office equipped with scales. • An improperly loaded trailer can cause loss of KIA Sedona control. It's important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by, and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: • Will you have to make any holes in the body of your KIA Sedona when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your KIA Sedona, as well as dirt and water. The bumpers on your KIA Sedona are not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to them. Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper. Safety chains You should always attach chains between your KIA Sedona and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety chains. Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your trailer. And, never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. Trailer brakes If your trailer weighs more than the maximum trailer weight without trailer brakes loaded, then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Don’t tap into your KIA Sedona's brake system. WARNING - Trailer brakes Do not use a trailer with its own brakes unless you are absolutely certain that you have properly set up the brake system. This is not a task for amateurs. Use an experienced, competent trailer shop for this work. Maximum trailer Without trailer brakes 453 (1000) weight With trailer brakes 1587 (3500) Maximum permissible static vertical load on the coupling device 158 (350) CAUTION Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your KIA Sedona and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this section. Your KIA Sedona can tow a trailer. To identify what the KIA Sedona trailering capacity is for your KIA Sedona, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that appears later in this section. Remember that trailering is different than just driving your KIA Sedona by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability, and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering requires correct equipment, and it has to be used properly.