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.
Wednesday, December 31, 2014
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 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.
(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.
Sunday, December 28, 2014
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.
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.
Sunday, December 14, 2014
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.
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.
Driving My KIA Sedona
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
KIA Sedona engine is running smoothly, begin driving.
Remember, KIA Sedona engine warm-up may
take a little longer on cold days.
Save 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 KIA Sedona parts and lower your operating
costs.
Do not use the KIA Sedona air conditioner unnecessarily.
Slow down when driving on rough
roads.
For longer tire life and better fuel economy,
always keep the tires inflated to
the recommended pressures.
Maintain a safe distance from other
cars 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
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 in
these conditions.
Keeping a KIA Sedona in good operating condition
is important both for economy and
safety. Therefore, have an authorized Kia
dealer perform scheduled inspections
and maintenance.
KIA Sedona engine off during
motion
Never turn the KIA Sedona engine off to coast
down hills or anytime the KIA Sedona is
in motion. The power steering and
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 KIA Sedona engine braking effect. In
addition, turning off the ignition
while driving could engage the
steering wheel lock resulting in
loss of KIA Sedona steering which could
cause serious injury or death.
Hazardous driving conditions
When hazardous driving conditions are
encountered such as water, snow, ice,
mud, sand, or similar hazards, follow
these suggestions:
Drive cautiously and allow extra distance
for braking.
Avoid sudden movements in braking or
steering.
When braking with non-ABS brakes
pump the brake pedal with a light up and-
down motion until the KIA Sedona is
stopped. If stalled in snow, mud, or sand, use
second gear. Accelerate slowly to
avoid spinning the drive wheels.
Use sand, rock salt or other non-slip
material under the drive wheels to provide
traction when stalled in ice, snow,
or mud. Rocking the KIA Sedona
If it is necessary to rock the KIA Sedona to
free it from snow, sand, or mud, first turn
the steering wheel right and left to clear
the area around your front wheels. Then,
shift back and forth between R (Reverse)
and any forward gear in KIA Sedonas
equipped with an automatic transaxle. Do
not race the KIA Sedona engine, and spin the wheels
as little as possible. If you are still stuck
after a few tries, have the KIA Sedona pulled
out by a tow KIA Sedona to avoid KIA Sedona engine overheating
and possible damage to the
transaxle. Downshifting with an automatic
transaxle, while driving on slippery
surfaces can cause an accident.
The sudden change in tire speed
could cause the tires to skid. Be
careful when downshifting on slippery
surfaces. If your KIA Sedona becomes stuck in
snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may
attempt to rock the KIA Sedona free by
moving it forward and backward. Do
not attempt this procedure if people
or objects are anywhere near the
KIA Sedona. During the rocking operation
Driving at night
Because night driving presents more
hazards than driving in the daylight, here
are some important tips to remember:
Slow down and keep more distance
between you and other cars, as it
may be more difficult to see at night,
especially in areas where there may
not be any street lights.
Adjust your mirrors to reduce the glare
from other driver's headlights.
Keep your headlights clean and properly
aimed on KIA Sedonas not equipped
with the automatic headlight aiming
feature. Dirty or improperly aimed
headlights will make it much more difficult
to see at night.
Avoid staring directly at the headlights
of oncoming vehicles. You could be
temporarily blinded, and it will take
several seconds for your eyes to readjust
to the darkness.
Driving in the rain
Rain and wet roads can make driving
dangerous, especially if you’re not prepared
for the slick pavement. Here are a
few things to consider when driving in the
rain:
A heavy rainfall will make it harder to
see and will increase the distance
needed to stop your KIA Sedona, so slow
down.
Keep your KIA Sedona windshield wiping equipment
in good shape. Replace your
KIA Sedona windshield wiper blades when they
show signs of streaking or missing
areas on the windshield.
If your KIA Sedona tires are not in good condition,
making a quick stop on wet pavement
can cause a skid and possibly lead to
an accident. Be sure your KIA Sedona tires are in
good shape.
Turn on your KIA Sedona headlights to make it easier
for others to see you.
Driving too fast through large puddles
can affect your brakes. If you must go
through puddles, try to drive through
them slowly.
If you believe you may have gotten
your KIA Sedona brakes wet, apply them lightly
while driving until normal braking operation
returns.
KIA Sedona Driving in flooded areas
Avoid driving through flooded areas
unless you are sure the water is no higher
than the bottom of the wheel hub.
Drive through any water slowly. Allow
adequate stopping distance because
brake performance may be affected.
After driving through water, dry the
brakes by gently applying them several
times while the KIA Sedona is moving slowly.
the KIA Sedona may suddenly move
We recommend that you carry KIA Sedona emergency
equipment, including a window
scraper, windshield de-icer, a bag of
sand or salt, flares, a small shovel and
jumper cables.
Make sure you have sufficient ethylene-
glycol coolant in the radiator.
Check the KIA Sedona battery condition and
cables. Cold temperatures reduce the
capacity of any battery, so it must be in
excellent condition to provide enough
winter starting power.
Make sure the KIA Sedona engine oil viscosity is
suitable for cold weather.
Check the ignition system for loose
connections and damage.
Use antifreeze-formulated windshield
washer fluid. (Do not use KIA Sedona engine
coolant antifreeze.)
Do not use the parking brake if it might
freeze. When parking, shift to P (Park)
with an automatic transaxle and block
the KIA Sedona rear wheels.
Snow tires
If you mount KIA Sedona snow tires on your Kia,
make sure they are radial tires of the
same size and load range as the original
KIA Sedona tires. Mount snow tires on all four wheels
to balance your KIA Sedona’s handling in all
weather conditions. Keep in mind that the
traction provided by snow tires on dry
roads may not be as high as your KIA Sedona's
original equipment tires. You should
drive cautiously even when the roads are
clear. Check with the tire dealer for maximum
speed recommendations.
Do not install studded tires without first
checking local, state and municipal regulations
for possible restrictions against
their use.
forward or backward as it becomes
unstuck, causing injury or damage
to nearby people or objects.
Tuesday, December 9, 2014
KIA Sedona Fuses & Electrical System
A KIA Sedona’s electrical system is protected
from electrical overload damage by
fuses This KIA Sedona has three fuse panels, one
located in the driver’s side panel bolster,
another in the KIA Sedona cargo area, the other in
the KIA Sedona engine compartment near the battery.
If any of your KIA Sedona’s lights, accessories, or controls do not work, check the appropriate KIA Sedona circuit fuse. If a fuse has blown, the element inside the fuse will be melted. If the KIA Sedona electrical system does not work, first check the KIA Sedona driver’s side fuse panel. Always replace a blown fuse with one of the same rating. If the replacement fuse blows, this indicates an KIA Sedona electrical problem. Avoid using the system involved and immediately consult an Authorized Kia Dealer. Three kinds of fuses are used: blade type for lower amperage rating and cartridge type, fusible link for higher amperage ratings. WARNING - Fuse replacement Never replace a fuse with anything but another fuse of the same rating. A higher capacity fuse could cause damage possibly a fire. Never install a wire or aluminum foil instead of the proper fuse - even as a temporary repair. It may cause extensive wiring damage and a possible fire. CAUTION Do not use a screwdriver or any other metal object to remove KIA Sedona fuses because it may cause a short circuit and damage the KIA Sedona system. Engine compartment
1. Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off. 2. Remove the fuse box cover by pressing the tap and pulling up. 3. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it is blown. To remove or insert the fuse, use the fuse puller in the main fuse box in the engine compartment. 4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer. After checking the KIA Sedona fuse box in the KIA Sedona engine compartment, securely install the fuse box cover. If not, KIA Sedona electrical failures may occur from water leaking in. Inner panel 1. Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off. 2. Open the KIA Sedona fuse panel cover. 3. Pull the suspected fuse straight out. Use the removal tool provided on the main KIA Sedona fuse box in the KIA Sedona engine compartment. 4. Check the removed KIA Sedona fuse; replace it if it is blown. Spare fuses are provided in the main fuse box in the engine compartment. 5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer. If you do not have a spare, use a KIA Sedona fuse of the same rating from a circuit you may not need for operating the KIA Sedona, such as the KIA Sedona cigar lighter fuse. If the headlights or other electrical components do not work and the fuses are OK, check the fuse block in the engine compartment. If a KIA Sedona fuse is blown, it must be replaced. KIA Sedona Main fuse If the KIA Sedona main fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows: 1. Disconnect the KIA Sedona negative battery cable. 2. Remove the nuts shown in the picture above. 3. Replace the KIA Sedona fuse with a new one of the same rating. 4. Reinstall in the reverse order of removal. NOTICE If the KIA Sedona main fuse is blown, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer. Fuse/Relay panel description Inside the KIA Sedona fuse/relay box covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity. KIA Sedona Shunt connector Your KIA Sedona is equipped with a shunt connector to prevent battery discharge if your KIA Sedona is parked without being operated for prolonged periods. Use the following procedures before parking the KIA Sedona for prolonged periods.
1. Turn off the KIA Sedona engine.
2. Turn off the KIA Sedona headlights and tail lights.
3. Open the KIA Sedona driver’s side panel cover and
pull up the KIA Sedona shunt connector. ✽ NOTICE
If the shunt connector is pulled up
from the KIA Sedona fuse panel, the warning
chime, audio, clock and interior
lamps, etc., will not operate. Some
items must be rest after replacement.
Even though the KIA Sedona shunt connector is
pulled up, the KIA Sedona battery can still be discharged
by operation of the headlights
or other KIA Sedona electrical devices
.
If any of your KIA Sedona’s lights, accessories, or controls do not work, check the appropriate KIA Sedona circuit fuse. If a fuse has blown, the element inside the fuse will be melted. If the KIA Sedona electrical system does not work, first check the KIA Sedona driver’s side fuse panel. Always replace a blown fuse with one of the same rating. If the replacement fuse blows, this indicates an KIA Sedona electrical problem. Avoid using the system involved and immediately consult an Authorized Kia Dealer. Three kinds of fuses are used: blade type for lower amperage rating and cartridge type, fusible link for higher amperage ratings. WARNING - Fuse replacement Never replace a fuse with anything but another fuse of the same rating. A higher capacity fuse could cause damage possibly a fire. Never install a wire or aluminum foil instead of the proper fuse - even as a temporary repair. It may cause extensive wiring damage and a possible fire. CAUTION Do not use a screwdriver or any other metal object to remove KIA Sedona fuses because it may cause a short circuit and damage the KIA Sedona system. Engine compartment
1. Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off. 2. Remove the fuse box cover by pressing the tap and pulling up. 3. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it is blown. To remove or insert the fuse, use the fuse puller in the main fuse box in the engine compartment. 4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer. After checking the KIA Sedona fuse box in the KIA Sedona engine compartment, securely install the fuse box cover. If not, KIA Sedona electrical failures may occur from water leaking in. Inner panel 1. Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off. 2. Open the KIA Sedona fuse panel cover. 3. Pull the suspected fuse straight out. Use the removal tool provided on the main KIA Sedona fuse box in the KIA Sedona engine compartment. 4. Check the removed KIA Sedona fuse; replace it if it is blown. Spare fuses are provided in the main fuse box in the engine compartment. 5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer. If you do not have a spare, use a KIA Sedona fuse of the same rating from a circuit you may not need for operating the KIA Sedona, such as the KIA Sedona cigar lighter fuse. If the headlights or other electrical components do not work and the fuses are OK, check the fuse block in the engine compartment. If a KIA Sedona fuse is blown, it must be replaced. KIA Sedona Main fuse If the KIA Sedona main fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows: 1. Disconnect the KIA Sedona negative battery cable. 2. Remove the nuts shown in the picture above. 3. Replace the KIA Sedona fuse with a new one of the same rating. 4. Reinstall in the reverse order of removal. NOTICE If the KIA Sedona main fuse is blown, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer. Fuse/Relay panel description Inside the KIA Sedona fuse/relay box covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity. KIA Sedona Shunt connector Your KIA Sedona is equipped with a shunt connector to prevent battery discharge if your KIA Sedona is parked without being operated for prolonged periods. Use the following procedures before parking the KIA Sedona for prolonged periods.
1. Turn off the KIA Sedona engine.
2. Turn off the KIA Sedona headlights and tail lights.
3. Open the KIA Sedona driver’s side panel cover and
pull up the KIA Sedona shunt connector. ✽ NOTICE
If the shunt connector is pulled up
from the KIA Sedona fuse panel, the warning
chime, audio, clock and interior
lamps, etc., will not operate. Some
items must be rest after replacement.
Even though the KIA Sedona shunt connector is
pulled up, the KIA Sedona battery can still be discharged
by operation of the headlights
or other KIA Sedona electrical devices.
Monday, December 8, 2014
KIA Sedona Jump starting
If your KIA Sedona will not start First do Simple checks Before JUMP Starting making these checks, make sure you have followed the correct starting procedure and that you have sufficient fuel. If your KIA Sedona is equipped with the engine immobiliser system, also check whether the other keys will start the engine. If they work, your key may be broken. Have the key checked at your Toyota dealer. If none of your keys work, the system is possibly broken. Call your KIA Sedona dealer. If the KIA Sedona engine is not turning over or is turning over too slowly Check that the KIA Sedona battery terminals are tight and clean. If the battery terminals are O.K., switch on the interior light. If the KIA Sedona light is out, dim or goes out when the KIA Sedona starter is cranked, the battery is discharged. You may try jump starting. If the light is O.K., but the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. Call a KIA Sedona dealer or qualified KIA Sedona repair shop. Do not pull-or push-start the KIA Sedona. It may damage the vehicle or cause a collision when the engine starts. Also the three-way catalytic converter may overheat and become a fire hazard.
If the KIA Sedona engine turns over at its normal speed but will not start— Check that all the push-on connectors are tight. (For example, connectors at the KIA Sedona spark plugs, ignition coil and/or distributor) If the connectors are O.K., the KIA Sedona engine may be flooded because of repeated cranking. Starting a flooded engine” for further instructions. Starting a flooded KIA Sedona engine If the engine will not start, your engine may be flooded because of repeated cranking. If this happens, turn the KIA Sedona key to “START” with the accelerator pedal held down. Keep the key and accelerator pedal so for 15 seconds and release them. Then try starting the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal. If the KIA Sedona engine does not start after 15 seconds of cranking, release the key, wait a few minutes and try again. If the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. Call a KIA Sedona dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. Do not crank for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the KIA Sedona starter and KIA Sedona wiring systems. KIA Sedona Jump starting Jump starting can be dangerous if done incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your KIA Sedona or battery, follow the KIA Sedona jump starting procedures. If in doubt, we strongly recommend that you have a competent technician or towing service jump start your KIA Sedona. KIA Sedona EMERGENCY STARTING CAUTION Use only a 12-volt jumper system. You can damage a 12-volt starting motor, KIA Sedona ignition system, and other electrical parts beyond repair by use of a 24-volt power supply (either two 12-volt batteries in series or a 24-volt motor generator set).WARNING - Battery Keep all flames or sparks away from the battery. The battery produces hydrogen gas which may explode if exposed to flame or sparks. Do not attempt to jump start the KIA Sedona if the discharged battery frozen or if the electrolyte level low; the battery may rupture or explode. WARNING - Battery Never attempt to check the electrolyte level of he battery as this cause the battery to rupture or explode causing serious injury. Jump starting procedure1. Make sure the KIA Sedona booster battery is 12-volt and that its negative terminal is grounded. 2. If the booster battery is in another KIA Sedona, do not allow the KIA Sedona's to touch.3. Turn off all unnecessary electrical loads.
4. Connect the KIA Sedona jumper cables in the exact sequence shown in the previous illustration. First connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged KIA Sedona battery (1), then connect the other end to the positive terminal on the booster battery (2). Proceed to connect one end of the other jumper cable to the negative terminal of the booster battery (3), then the other end to a solid, stationary, metallic point (for example, the KIA Sedona engine lifting bracket)away from the battery (4). Do not connect it to or near any part that moves when the KIA Sedona engine is cranked. CAUTION - Battery cables Do not connect the jumper cable from the negative terminal of the booster battery to the negative terminal of the discharged battery. This can cause the discharged battery to overheat and crack, releasing battery acid. Do not allow the jumper cables to contact anything except the correct battery terminals or the correct ground. Do not lean over the KIA Sedona battery when making connections. Start the engine of the KIA Sedona with the booster battery and let it run at 2,000rpm, then start the engine of the KIA Sedona with the discharged battery. the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent, you should have your KIA Sedona checked by an Authorized Kia Sedona Dealer .Push-starting KIA Sedona's equipped with automatic transaxle cannot be push-started. jump-starting. CAUTION Never tow a KIA Sedona to start it because the sudden surge forward when the engine starts could cause a collision with the tow KIA Sedona.
2. Turn on your KIA Sedona emergency flashers. 3. Try to start the KIA Sedona engine again. If your KIA Sedona will not start, contact an authorized Kia Sedona dealer or seek other qualified assistance.
Jump Starting a KIA Sedona
If the KIA Sedona engine turns over at its normal speed but will not start— Check that all the push-on connectors are tight. (For example, connectors at the KIA Sedona spark plugs, ignition coil and/or distributor) If the connectors are O.K., the KIA Sedona engine may be flooded because of repeated cranking. Starting a flooded engine” for further instructions. Starting a flooded KIA Sedona engine If the engine will not start, your engine may be flooded because of repeated cranking. If this happens, turn the KIA Sedona key to “START” with the accelerator pedal held down. Keep the key and accelerator pedal so for 15 seconds and release them. Then try starting the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal. If the KIA Sedona engine does not start after 15 seconds of cranking, release the key, wait a few minutes and try again. If the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. Call a KIA Sedona dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. Do not crank for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the KIA Sedona starter and KIA Sedona wiring systems. KIA Sedona Jump starting Jump starting can be dangerous if done incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your KIA Sedona or battery, follow the KIA Sedona jump starting procedures. If in doubt, we strongly recommend that you have a competent technician or towing service jump start your KIA Sedona. KIA Sedona EMERGENCY STARTING CAUTION Use only a 12-volt jumper system. You can damage a 12-volt starting motor, KIA Sedona ignition system, and other electrical parts beyond repair by use of a 24-volt power supply (either two 12-volt batteries in series or a 24-volt motor generator set).WARNING - Battery Keep all flames or sparks away from the battery. The battery produces hydrogen gas which may explode if exposed to flame or sparks. Do not attempt to jump start the KIA Sedona if the discharged battery frozen or if the electrolyte level low; the battery may rupture or explode. WARNING - Battery Never attempt to check the electrolyte level of he battery as this cause the battery to rupture or explode causing serious injury. Jump starting procedure1. Make sure the KIA Sedona booster battery is 12-volt and that its negative terminal is grounded. 2. If the booster battery is in another KIA Sedona, do not allow the KIA Sedona's to touch.3. Turn off all unnecessary electrical loads.
2. Turn on your KIA Sedona emergency flashers. 3. Try to start the KIA Sedona engine again. If your KIA Sedona will not start, contact an authorized Kia Sedona dealer or seek other qualified assistance.
Jump Starting a KIA Sedona
Saturday, December 6, 2014
KIA Sedona Tire Selection and Maintenance
KIA Sedona Tire care
For proper KIA Sedona maintenance, safety, and maximum fuel economy, you must always maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the load limits and weight distribution recommended for your KIA Sedona. Recommended cold tire inflation pressures All KIA Sedona tire pressures (including the spare) should be checked every day when the tires are cold. “Cold Tires” means the KIA Sedona has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1.6 km (one mile). Recommended pressures must be maintained for the best KIA Sedona ride, top KIA Sedona handling, and minimum tire wear. All KIA Sedona specifications (sizes and pressures) can be found on a label attached to the KIA Sedona. WARNING - Tire under inflation Severe under inflation (70 kPa (10 psi) or more) can lead to severe heat build-up, causing blowouts, tread separation and other tire failures that can result in the loss of KIA Sedona control leading to severe injury or death. This risk is much higher on hot days and when driving for protracted periods at high speeds. Underinflation also results in excessive wear, poor KIA Sedona handling and reduced fuel economy. Wheel deformation also is possible. Keep your tire pressures at the proper levels. If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by an Authorized Kia Dealer Over inflation produces a harsh KIA Sedona ride, excessive wear at the center of the tire tread, and a greater possibility of damage from road hazards. Warm tires normally exceed recommended cold tire pressures by 28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6 psi). Do not release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure or the tires will be underinflated. Be sure to reinstall the tire inflation valve caps. Without the valve cap, dirt or moisture could get into the valve core and cause air leakage. If a valve cap is missing, install a new one as soon as possible. WARNING - Tire Inflation Overinflation or underinflation can reduce tire life, adversely affect KIA Sedona handling, and lead to sudden tire failure. This could result in loss of KIA Sedona control and potential injury CAUTION - Tire pressure Always observe the following: Check KIA Sedona tire pressure when the tires are cold. (After KIA Sedona has been parked for at least three hours or hasn't been driven more than 1.6 km (one mile) since startup.) Check the pressure of your spare tire each time you check the pressure of other tires. Never overload your KIA Sedona. Be careful not to overload a KIA Sedona luggage rack if your KIA Sedona is equipped with one. Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your tread is badly worn, or if your tires have been damaged, replace them Checking tire inflation pressure Check your KIA Sedona tires once a month or more.Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire. How to check Use a good quality gage to check tire pressure.You can not tell if your KIA Sedona tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they're underinflated. Check the tire's inflation pressure when the tires are cold. - "Cold" means your KIA Sedona has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1.6 km (1 mile). Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem. Press the tire gage firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement. If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the tire and loading KIA Sedona information label, no further adjustment is necessary. If the pressure is low, add air until you reach the recommended amount. If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve. Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. Tire rotation
To equalize tread wear, it is recommended that the tires be rotated every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or sooner if irregular wear develops.
During rotation, check the tires for correct balance. When rotating tires, check for uneven
wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by incorrect tire pressure,
improper wheel alignment, out of- balance KIA Sedona wheels, severe braking or
severe cornering. Look for bumps or bulges in the tread or side of tire.
Replace the tire if you find either of these conditions. Replace the tire if
fabric or cord is visible. After rotation, be sure to bring the front and rear tire
pressures to specification and check KIA Sedona lug nut tightness.
Disc brake pads should be inspected for wear whenever tires are rotated.
Rotate radial tires that have an asymmetric tread pattern only from front to rear and not from right to left.
WARNING Do not use the compact spare tire for tire rotation Do not mix bias ply and radial
ply tires under any circumstances. This may cause unusual handling characteristics
that could result in death, severe injury, or property damage.
KIA Sedona Tire replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread. This shows there is
less than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) of tread left on the tire. Replace the tire when
this happens. Do not wait for the band to appear across the entire tread before replacing the KIA Sedona tire
WARNING
The KIA Sedona ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels. Tire size can affect wheel speed. When
replacing tires, all 4 tires must use the same size originally supplied with the KIA Sedona. Using tires
of a different size can cause the KIA Sedona ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) and ESC (Electronic Stability
Control) to work irregularly. Compact spare tire replacement A compact spare tire has a shorter
tread life than a regular size tire. Replace it when you can see the tread wear indicator bars on the tire.
The replacement compact spare tire should be the same size and design tire as the one provided with your
new Kia and should be mounted on the same compact spare tire wheel. The compact spare tire is not
designed to be mounted on a regular size wheel, and the KIA Sedona compact spare tire wheel is not designed for mounting
a regular size tire. KIA Sedona Wheel replacement When replacing the KIA Sedona metal wheels for
any reason, make sure the new wheels are equivalent to the original KIA Sedona factory units in diameter, rim width and offset.
WARNING
A wheel that is not the correct size may adversely affect KIA Sedona wheel and bearing life, braking and
stopping abilities, handling characteristics, ground clearance, body-to-tire clearance, snow
chain clearance, speedometer calibration, headlight aim and bumper height. Wheel alignment and tire
balance The wheels on your KIA Sedona were aligned and balanced carefully at the
factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. In most cases, you will not need to
have your KIA Sedona wheels aligned again. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your KIA Sedona pulling one way
or the other, the alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your KIA Sedona vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your
wheels may need to be rebalanced.
CAUTION
Improper wheel weights can damage your KIA Sedona's aluminum wheels. Use only approved wheel weights.
WARNING - Replacing tires Driving on worn-out tires is very hazardous and will reduce
braking effectiveness, steering accuracy, and traction. Your KIA Sedona is equipped with
tires designed to provide for safe ride and handling capability. tire and wheel that is different from the one that is originally
installed on your KIA Sedona. It can affect the safety and performance of your KIA Sedona, which could lead to handling failure
or rollover and serious injury. When replacing the tires, be sure to equip all four tires with the tire and wheel of the same
size, type, tread, brand and load-carrying capacity. The use of any other tire size or type may seriously affect
ride, handling, ground clearance, stopping distance, body to tire clearance, snow tire clearance, and speedometer
reliability. It is best to replace all four KIA Sedona tires at the same time. If that is not possible, or necessary, then
replace the two front or two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your KIA Sedona’s handling.
KIA Sedona Tire traction Tire traction can be reduced if you drive on worn tires, tires that are
improperly inflated or on slippery road surfaces. Tires should be replaced when tread wear indicators
appear. To reduce the possibility of losing control, slow down whenever
there is rain, snow or ice on the road. KIA Sedona Tire maintenance
In addition to proper inflation, correct wheel alignment helps to decrease
tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the
wheel alignment. When you have new tires installed,
make sure they are balanced. This will increase KIA Sedona ride comfort and
tire life. Additionally, a tire should
always be rebalanced if it is removed
from the wheel.
Tire sidewall labeling
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.
A 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 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 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.
WARNING - Tire age
Tires degrade over time, even
when they are not being used.
Regardless of the remaining
tread, it is recommended that
tires generally be replaced after
six (6) years of normal service.
Heat caused by hot climates or
frequent high loading conditions
can accelerate the aging
process. Failure to follow this
warning can result in sudden tire
failure, which could lead to a
loss of control and an accident
involving serious injury or death.
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 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.
Recommended Inflation Pressure:
KIA Sedona manufacturer's recommended
tire inflation pressure and shown
on the tire placard.
Radial Ply tire: A pneumatic tire in
which the ply cords that extend to the
beads are laid at 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread.
Rim: A metal support for a tire and
upon which the tire beads are seated.
Sidewall: The portion of a tire
between the tread and the bead.
Speed Rating: An alphanumeric
code assigned to a tire indicating the
maximum speed at which a tire can
operate.
Traction: The friction between the
tire and the road surface. The
amount of grip provided.
Tread: The portion of a tire that
comes into contact with the road.
Treadwear Indicators: Narrow
bands, sometimes called "wear
bars," that show across the tread of a
tire when only 2/32 inch of tread
remains.
UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality
Grading Standards, a tire information
system that provides consumers with
ratings for a tire's traction, temperature
and treadwear. Ratings are
determined by tire manufacturers
using government testing procedures.
The ratings are molded into
the sidewall of the tire.
KIA Sedona Capacity Weight: The number
of designated seating positions
multiplied by 68 kg (150 lbs.) plus the
rated cargo and luggage load.
KIA Sedona Maximum Load on the
Tire: Load on an individual tire due to
curb and accessory weight plus
maximum occupant and cargo
weight.
KIA Sedona Normal Load on the Tire:
That load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each
axle its share of the curb weight,
accessory weight, and normal occupant
weight and driving by 2.
KIA Sedona Placard: A label permanently
attached to a KIA Sedona showing the
original equipment tire size and recommended
inflation pressure.
All season tires
Kia specifies all season tires on
some models to provide good performance
for use all year round,
including snowy and icy road conditions.
All season tires are identified
by ALL SEASON and/or M+S (Mud
and Snow) on the tire sidewall. Snow
tires have better snow traction than
all season tires and may be more
appropriate in some areas.
Summer tires
Kia specifies summer tires on some
models to provide superior performance
on dry roads. Summer tire performance
is substantially reduced in
snow and ice. Summer tires do not
have the tire traction rating M+S
(Mud and Snow) on the tire side wall.
if you plan to operate your KIA Sedona in
snowy or icy conditions. Kia recommends
the use of KIA Sedona snow tires or all
season tires on all four wheels.
Snow tires
If you equip your KIA Sedona with snow tires,
they should be the same size and
have the same load capacity as the
original tires. Snow tires should be
installed on all four KIA Sedona wheels; otherwise,
poor handling may result.
Snow tires should carry 28 kPa (4
psi) more air pressure than the pressure
recommended for the standard tires on the tire label on the driver's side of the center pillar, or up to the maximum pressure shown on the tire sidewall, whichever is less.
Do not drive faster than 120 km/h (75 mph) when your KIA Sedona is equipped with snow tires.
For proper KIA Sedona maintenance, safety, and maximum fuel economy, you must always maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the load limits and weight distribution recommended for your KIA Sedona. Recommended cold tire inflation pressures All KIA Sedona tire pressures (including the spare) should be checked every day when the tires are cold. “Cold Tires” means the KIA Sedona has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1.6 km (one mile). Recommended pressures must be maintained for the best KIA Sedona ride, top KIA Sedona handling, and minimum tire wear. All KIA Sedona specifications (sizes and pressures) can be found on a label attached to the KIA Sedona. WARNING - Tire under inflation Severe under inflation (70 kPa (10 psi) or more) can lead to severe heat build-up, causing blowouts, tread separation and other tire failures that can result in the loss of KIA Sedona control leading to severe injury or death. This risk is much higher on hot days and when driving for protracted periods at high speeds. Underinflation also results in excessive wear, poor KIA Sedona handling and reduced fuel economy. Wheel deformation also is possible. Keep your tire pressures at the proper levels. If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by an Authorized Kia Dealer Over inflation produces a harsh KIA Sedona ride, excessive wear at the center of the tire tread, and a greater possibility of damage from road hazards. Warm tires normally exceed recommended cold tire pressures by 28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6 psi). Do not release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure or the tires will be underinflated. Be sure to reinstall the tire inflation valve caps. Without the valve cap, dirt or moisture could get into the valve core and cause air leakage. If a valve cap is missing, install a new one as soon as possible. WARNING - Tire Inflation Overinflation or underinflation can reduce tire life, adversely affect KIA Sedona handling, and lead to sudden tire failure. This could result in loss of KIA Sedona control and potential injury CAUTION - Tire pressure Always observe the following: Check KIA Sedona tire pressure when the tires are cold. (After KIA Sedona has been parked for at least three hours or hasn't been driven more than 1.6 km (one mile) since startup.) Check the pressure of your spare tire each time you check the pressure of other tires. Never overload your KIA Sedona. Be careful not to overload a KIA Sedona luggage rack if your KIA Sedona is equipped with one. Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your tread is badly worn, or if your tires have been damaged, replace them Checking tire inflation pressure Check your KIA Sedona tires once a month or more.Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire. How to check Use a good quality gage to check tire pressure.You can not tell if your KIA Sedona tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they're underinflated. Check the tire's inflation pressure when the tires are cold. - "Cold" means your KIA Sedona has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1.6 km (1 mile). Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem. Press the tire gage firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement. If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the tire and loading KIA Sedona information label, no further adjustment is necessary. If the pressure is low, add air until you reach the recommended amount. If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve. Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. Tire rotation
Thursday, December 4, 2014
KIA Sedona Cold Weather Starting
KIA Sedona Cold Weather Starting
Extremely Cold Weather (Below 19°F) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric KIA Sedona engine block heater (available from your authorized KIA Sedona dealer) is recommended.
KIA Sedona engine KIA Sedona coolant Heater
The KIA Sedona engine KIA Sedona coolant heater, if available, can help in cold weather
conditions at or below 0°F for easier starting and better fuel economy during KIA Sedona engine warm-up. Plug in the KIA Sedona coolant heater at least four hours before starting your KIA Sedona. An internal thermostat in the plug-end of the cord will prevent KIA Sedona engine KIA Sedona coolant heater operation at temperatures above 0°F .
To Use The KIA Sedona engine KIA Sedona coolant Heater
1. Turn off the KIA Sedona engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The electrical cord is located on
the driver side of the KIA Sedona engine compartment. The electrical cord is located on the passenger side of the KIA Sedona engine compartment, behind the KIA Sedona engine compartment fuse block for V6 models.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. The length of time the heater should remain plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a KIA Sedona dealer/retailer in the area where you will be parking the KIA Sedona for the best advice on this.If the cord will not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.Before starting the KIA Sedona engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving KIA Sedona engine parts. If you do not it could be damaged.
Automatic Transmission
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK position before you can start the KIA Sedona engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear. If the KIA Sedona engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” procedures,
it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel, push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. Then, turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The KIA Sedona starter motor will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once this
occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn the KIA Sedona ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the normal starting procedure.
If the KIA Sedona engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or -18°C), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Push the KIA Sedona accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for a maximum of 15 seconds.If the KIA Sedona engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or -18°C), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for a maximum of 15 seconds.
Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm KIA Sedona engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated
Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the KIA Sedona starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the KIA Sedona engine is running. If the KIA Sedona engine fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the normal starting procedure.
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt
to start the KIA Sedona. This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury.
Do not attempt to push or tow your KIA Sedona to get it started. KIA Sedona's equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter
and once the KIA Sedona engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and KIA Sedona. If the
KIA Sedona has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster
battery or the battery in another KIA Sedona. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly.
KIA Sedona engine heater
Extremely Cold Weather (Below 19°F) To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric KIA Sedona engine block heater (available from your authorized KIA Sedona dealer) is recommended.
KIA Sedona engine KIA Sedona coolant Heater
The KIA Sedona engine KIA Sedona coolant heater, if available, can help in cold weather
conditions at or below 0°F for easier starting and better fuel economy during KIA Sedona engine warm-up. Plug in the KIA Sedona coolant heater at least four hours before starting your KIA Sedona. An internal thermostat in the plug-end of the cord will prevent KIA Sedona engine KIA Sedona coolant heater operation at temperatures above 0°F .
To Use The KIA Sedona engine KIA Sedona coolant Heater
1. Turn off the KIA Sedona engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The electrical cord is located on
the driver side of the KIA Sedona engine compartment. The electrical cord is located on the passenger side of the KIA Sedona engine compartment, behind the KIA Sedona engine compartment fuse block for V6 models.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. The length of time the heater should remain plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a KIA Sedona dealer/retailer in the area where you will be parking the KIA Sedona for the best advice on this.If the cord will not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.Before starting the KIA Sedona engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving KIA Sedona engine parts. If you do not it could be damaged.
Automatic Transmission
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK position before you can start the KIA Sedona engine. Apply the brakes before shifting into any driving gear. If the KIA Sedona engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” procedures,
it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel, push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. Then, turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The KIA Sedona starter motor will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once this
occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn the KIA Sedona ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the normal starting procedure.
If the KIA Sedona engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or -18°C), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Push the KIA Sedona accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for a maximum of 15 seconds.If the KIA Sedona engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or -18°C), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for a maximum of 15 seconds.
Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm KIA Sedona engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with Integrated
Key to briefly turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the KIA Sedona starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the KIA Sedona engine is running. If the KIA Sedona engine fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the normal starting procedure.
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt
to start the KIA Sedona. This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury.
Do not attempt to push or tow your KIA Sedona to get it started. KIA Sedona's equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter
and once the KIA Sedona engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and KIA Sedona. If the
KIA Sedona has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster
battery or the battery in another KIA Sedona. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly.
KIA Sedona engine heater
KIA Sedona Over Heating
KIA Sedona engine Cooling System. The Cooling System allows the KIA Sedona engine to maintain the correct working temperature.
KIA Sedona Heater and radiator hoses, and other KIA Sedona engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned.
Do not run the KIA Sedona engine if there is a leak. If you run the KIA Sedona engine, it could lose all coolant. That could
cause an KIA Sedona engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the KIA Sedona.
The KIA Sedona has an indicator to warn of KIA Sedona engine overheating.
There is an KIA Sedona engine coolant temperature warning light on your KIA Sedona’s instrument panel. If an KIA Sedona engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam
can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the KIA Sedona engine can get a little too hot when the KIA Sedona:
Climbs a long hill on a hot day. Stops after high-speed driving.
Idles for long periods in traffic.
If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam:
Turn the air conditioning off.
Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed. Open the windows as necessary.
In heavy traffic, let the KIA Sedona engine idle in N (Neutral)
while stopped. If it is safe to do so, pull off the road, shift to P (Park) or N (Neutral) and let the KIA Sedona engine idle.
If the temperature overheat gage is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer
displays, the KIA Sedona can be driven. Continue to drive the KIA Sedona slow for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe
KIA Sedona distance from the car in front of you. If the warning does not come back on, continue to drive normally.
If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park the KIA Sedona right away. If there is no sign of steam, idle the KIA Sedona engine for three
minutes while parked. If the warning is still displayed, turn off the KIA Sedona engine until it cools down.
You may decide not to lift the hood when this warning appears, but instead get service help right away.
If you do decide to lift the hood, make sure the KIA Sedona is parked on a level surface.
Then check to see if the KIA Sedona engine cooling fan is running. If the KIA Sedona engine is overheating, the fan should be running.
If not, do not continue to run the KIA Sedona engine and have the KIA Sedona serviced.
When working near the KIA Sedona radiator cooling fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the
ignition switch is in the ON position. An electric KIA Sedona engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the KIA Sedona engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, don’t open the
hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the KIA Sedona radiator is hot.
Adding only plain water to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The KIA Sedona’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the KIA Sedona engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. The KIA Sedona engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Check KIA Sedona engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser. Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for leaks. With the KIA Sedona engine at normal operating temperature (but not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of coolant from the radiator drain cock. If the cap is sealing properly, the KIA Sedona engine coolant (antifreeze) will begin todrain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE KIA Sedona COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush, and Refill
The system should be drained, flushed, and refilled at the intervals If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling
system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly dispose of old antifreeze solution. Coolant and Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine KIA Sedona Parts”
Mixing of coolants other than specified KIA Sedona engine coolants, may result in KIA Sedona engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. Do not use plain water alone or alcohol-based
KIA Sedona engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the radiator KIA Sedona engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
This KIA Sedona has not been designed for use with KIA Sedona coolants.
Adding KIA Sedona Coolant
Your KIA Sedona has been built with an improved KIA Sedona engine coolant KIA Sedona Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula
Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water/KIA Sedona engine coolant solution. The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the KIA Sedona engine
cooling system.
it is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the proper level of protection against freezing according
to the temperatures occurring in the area where the KIA Sedona is operated. Mixing coolant types will decrease the life of the KIA Sedona engine coolant and will require more frequent coolant changes.
KIA Sedona Cooling System Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant and to ensure that coolant will return to the radiator from the coolant recovery bottle.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the KIA Sedona cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
Never add coolant when the KIA Sedona engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to
cool an overheated KIA Sedona engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding
or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure. Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your KIA Sedona. Personal injury or KIA Sedona engine damage may result.
Disposal of Used Coolant
Used KIA Sedona engine coolant requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your
community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children, do not store KIA Sedona engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child, contact a physician
immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
KIA Sedona engine OFF and cold, the level of the coolant in the bottle should be between the ranges indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
KIA Sedona coolant freeze point or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the KIA Sedona engine operating
temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. When additional coolant is needed to maintain the
proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill. When the KIA Sedona is stopped after a few miles of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the KIA Sedona engine compartment. This is normally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vaporized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot coolant to
enter the KIA Sedona radiator. if your KIA Sedona engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the KIA Sedona may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If antifreeze needs to be
added, contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against freezing. If frequent coolant additions are required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle does not drop when
the KIA Sedona engine cools, the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks. Maintain coolant concentration at 50% KIA Sedona engine coolant (minimum) and distilled water for proper
corrosion protection of your KIA Sedona engine, which contains aluminum components.
Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your KIA Sedona is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean, also. Do not change the KIA Sedona thermostat for Summer or Winter operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY the correct type KIA Sedona thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor KIA Sedona gas mileage, and increased emissions.
KIA Sedona Heater and radiator hoses, and other KIA Sedona engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned.
Do not run the KIA Sedona engine if there is a leak. If you run the KIA Sedona engine, it could lose all coolant. That could
cause an KIA Sedona engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the KIA Sedona.
The KIA Sedona has an indicator to warn of KIA Sedona engine overheating.
There is an KIA Sedona engine coolant temperature warning light on your KIA Sedona’s instrument panel. If an KIA Sedona engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam
can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the KIA Sedona engine can get a little too hot when the KIA Sedona:
Climbs a long hill on a hot day. Stops after high-speed driving.
Idles for long periods in traffic.
If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam:
Turn the air conditioning off.
Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed. Open the windows as necessary.
In heavy traffic, let the KIA Sedona engine idle in N (Neutral)
while stopped. If it is safe to do so, pull off the road, shift to P (Park) or N (Neutral) and let the KIA Sedona engine idle.
If the temperature overheat gage is no longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer
displays, the KIA Sedona can be driven. Continue to drive the KIA Sedona slow for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe
KIA Sedona distance from the car in front of you. If the warning does not come back on, continue to drive normally.
If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park the KIA Sedona right away. If there is no sign of steam, idle the KIA Sedona engine for three
minutes while parked. If the warning is still displayed, turn off the KIA Sedona engine until it cools down.
You may decide not to lift the hood when this warning appears, but instead get service help right away.
If you do decide to lift the hood, make sure the KIA Sedona is parked on a level surface.
Then check to see if the KIA Sedona engine cooling fan is running. If the KIA Sedona engine is overheating, the fan should be running.
If not, do not continue to run the KIA Sedona engine and have the KIA Sedona serviced.
When working near the KIA Sedona radiator cooling fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position. The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the
ignition switch is in the ON position. An electric KIA Sedona engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the KIA Sedona engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, don’t open the
hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the KIA Sedona radiator is hot.
Adding only plain water to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The KIA Sedona’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the KIA Sedona engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. The KIA Sedona engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Check KIA Sedona engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the face of the condenser. Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for leaks. With the KIA Sedona engine at normal operating temperature (but not running), check the cooling system pressure cap for proper vacuum sealing by draining a small amount of coolant from the radiator drain cock. If the cap is sealing properly, the KIA Sedona engine coolant (antifreeze) will begin todrain from the coolant recovery bottle. DO NOT REMOVE THE KIA Sedona COOLANT PRESSURE CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush, and Refill
The system should be drained, flushed, and refilled at the intervals If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a reliable cooling
system cleaner. Follow with a thorough rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly dispose of old antifreeze solution. Coolant and Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine KIA Sedona Parts”
Mixing of coolants other than specified KIA Sedona engine coolants, may result in KIA Sedona engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. Do not use plain water alone or alcohol-based
KIA Sedona engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the radiator KIA Sedona engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
This KIA Sedona has not been designed for use with KIA Sedona coolants.
Adding KIA Sedona Coolant
Your KIA Sedona has been built with an improved KIA Sedona engine coolant KIA Sedona Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula
Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water/KIA Sedona engine coolant solution. The use of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the KIA Sedona engine
cooling system.
it is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the proper level of protection against freezing according
to the temperatures occurring in the area where the KIA Sedona is operated. Mixing coolant types will decrease the life of the KIA Sedona engine coolant and will require more frequent coolant changes.
KIA Sedona Cooling System Pressure Cap The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant and to ensure that coolant will return to the radiator from the coolant recovery bottle.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the KIA Sedona cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
Never add coolant when the KIA Sedona engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the cap to
cool an overheated KIA Sedona engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding
or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure. Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your KIA Sedona. Personal injury or KIA Sedona engine damage may result.
Disposal of Used Coolant
Used KIA Sedona engine coolant requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your
community. To prevent ingestion by animals or children, do not store KIA Sedona engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child, contact a physician
immediately. Clean up any ground spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
KIA Sedona engine OFF and cold, the level of the coolant in the bottle should be between the ranges indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
KIA Sedona coolant freeze point or replacing coolant. Advise your service attendant of this. As long as the KIA Sedona engine operating
temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. When additional coolant is needed to maintain the
proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill. When the KIA Sedona is stopped after a few miles of operation, you may observe vapor coming
from the front of the KIA Sedona engine compartment. This is normally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vaporized when the thermostat opens, allowing hot coolant to
enter the KIA Sedona radiator. if your KIA Sedona engine compartment shows no evidence of radiator or hose leaks, the KIA Sedona may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dissipate. Do not overfill the coolant recovery bottle. Check coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant recovery bottle. If antifreeze needs to be
added, contents of coolant recovery bottle must also be protected against freezing. If frequent coolant additions are required, or if the level in the coolant recovery bottle does not drop when
the KIA Sedona engine cools, the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks. Maintain coolant concentration at 50% KIA Sedona engine coolant (minimum) and distilled water for proper
corrosion protection of your KIA Sedona engine, which contains aluminum components.
Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your KIA Sedona is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the
condenser clean, also. Do not change the KIA Sedona thermostat for Summer or Winter operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install ONLY the correct type KIA Sedona thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor KIA Sedona gas mileage, and increased emissions.
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