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Kia Rio / Rio Hatchback (2022 year). Manual in english - page 18

What to do in an emergency

TOWING

Towing service

It is acceptable to tow the vehicle

with the rear wheels on the ground

(without dollies) and the front wheels

off the ground.

If any of the loaded wheels or sus-

pension components are damaged

or the vehicle is being towed with the

front wheels on the ground, use a

towing dolly under the front wheels.

HXD02

When being towed by a commercial

tow truck and wheel dollies are not

dolly

used, the front of the vehicle should

always be lifted, not the rear.

WARNING - Side and cur-

tain air bag

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If your vehicle is equipped with

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side and curtain air bags, set

If emergency towing is necessary,

the ignition switch to the LOCK

we recommend having it done by an

or ACC position when the vehi-

authorized Kia dealer or a commer-

cle is being towed. The side and

cial tow-truck service. Proper lifting

curtain air bag may deploy

and towing procedures are neces-

when the ignition is in the ON

sary to prevent damage to the vehi-

position and the rollover sensor

cle. The use of wheel dollies or

detects a rollover situation.

flatbed is recommended.

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What to do in an emergency

When towing your vehicle in an

Removable towing hook (front)

CAUTION

- Towing

emergency without wheel dollies :

(if equipped)

•

Do not tow the vehicle back-

1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC

wards with the front wheels on

position.

the ground as this may cause

2. Place the transmission shift lever

damage to the vehicle.

in N (Neutral).

•

Do not tow with sling-type

3. Release the parking brake.

equipment. Use wheel lift or

flatbed equipment.

CAUTION - Towing gear

•

Do not tow the vehicle with 4

position

wheels on the ground (such

as dinghy towing behind a

Always place the transmission

motorhome or other motor

shift lever in N (Neutral) when

vehicle) as this can seriously

towing your vehicle. Failure to

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damage the Intelligent

place the transmission shift

Variable Transmission.

lever in N (Neutral) may cause

1. Remove the towing hook from the

internal damage to the trans-

tool case located in the trunk/lift-

mission.

gate.

2. Remove the hole cover pressing

the lower part of the cover on the

front bumper.

3. Install the towing hook by turning it

clockwise into the hole until it is

fully secured.

4. Remove the towing hook and

install the cover after use.

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What to do in an emergency

Emergency towing

If towing is necessary, we recom-

• The drivers of both vehicles should

mend you have it done by an

communicate with each other fre-

• Front

authorized Kia dealer or a com-

quently.

mercial tow truck service.

If towing service is not available in an

CAUTION

emergency, your vehicle may be

•

Attach a towing strap to the

temporarily towed using a cable or

towing hook.

chain secured to the emergency tow-

ing hook under the front (or rear) of

•

Using a portion of the vehicle

the vehicle. Use extreme caution

other than the tow hooks for

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when towing the vehicle. A driver

towing may damage the body

• Rear (4 Door)

must be in the vehicle to steer it and

of your vehicle.

operate the brakes.

•

Use only a cable or chain

Towing in this manner may be done

specifically intended for use

only on hard-surfaced roads for a

in towing vehicles. Securely

short distance and at low speeds.

fasten the cable or chain to

Also, the wheels, axles, power train,

the towing hook provided.

steering and brakes must all be in

•

Accelerate or decelerate the

good condition.

vehicle in a slow and gradual

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• Do not use the towing hooks to pull

manner while maintaining ten-

• Rear (5 Door)

a vehicle out of mud, sand or other

sion on the tow rope or chain

conditions from which the vehicle

to start or drive the vehicle,

cannot be driven out under its own

otherwise tow hooks and the

power.

vehicle may be damaged.

• Avoid towing a vehicle heavier than

the vehicle doing the towing.

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What to do in an emergency

• Before emergency towing, check

whether the hook is broken or

WARNING - Emergency

damaged.

Towing Precautions

• Fasten the towing cable or chain

Use extreme caution when tow-

securely to the hook.

ing the vehicle.

• Do not jerk the hook. Apply it

•

Avoid sudden starts or erratic

steadily with even force.

driving maneuvers which

would place excessive stress

• To avoid damaging the hook, do not

pull from the side or at a vertical

on the emergency towing hook

and towing cable or chain. The

angle. Always pull straight ahead.

hook and towing cable or

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chain may break and cause

CAUTION

•

Use a towing strap less than 16

serious injury or damage.

Using a portion of the vehicle

feet (5 m) long. Attach a white or

•

If the disabled vehicle is

other than the tow hooks for

red cloth (about 12 inches (30 cm)

unable to be moved, do not

towing may damage the body of

wide) in the middle of the strap for

forcibly continue the towing.

your vehicle.

easy visibility.

In this case, contact an

•

Drive carefully so that the towing

authorized Kia dealer or a

strap is not loosened during tow-

commercial tow truck service

ing.

for assistance.

•

The driver must be in the vehicle

•

Tow the vehicle as straight

for steering and braking operations

ahead as possible.

when the vehicle is towed and pas-

•

Keep away from the vehicle

sengers other than the driver must

during towing.

not be allowed to be on board.

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Maintenance

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

■ Smartstream G1.6

1. Engine coolant reservoir

2. Engine oil filler cap

3. Brake fluid reservoir

4. Air cleaner

5. Fuse box

6. Negative battery terminal

7. Positive battery terminal

8. Engine oil dipstick

9. Radiator cap

10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

❈ The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

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Maintenance

OWNER MAINTENANCE

The following lists are vehicle checks

Owner maintenance schedule

While operating your vehicle:

and inspections that should be per-

•

Note any changes in the sound of

When you stop for fuel:

formed by the owner or an author-

the exhaust or any smell of

ized Kia dealer at the frequencies

• Check the coolant level in coolant

exhaust fumes in the vehicle.

indicated to help ensure safe,

reservoir.

•

Check for vibrations in the steering

dependable operation of your vehi-

• Check the windshield washer fluid

wheel. Notice any increased steer-

cle.

level.

ing effort or looseness in the steer-

Any adverse conditions should be

• Look for low or under-inflated tires.

ing wheel, or change in its straight-

brought to the attention of your deal-

ahead position.

er as soon as possible.

WARNING - Hot coolant

•

Notice if your vehicle constantly

These Owner Maintenance Checks

turns slightly or “pulls” to one side

Be careful when checking your

are generally not covered by war-

when traveling on smooth, level

engine coolant level when the

ranties and you may be charged for

road.

engine is hot. Scalding hot

labor, parts and lubricants used.

coolant and steam may blow

•

When stopping, listen and check

out under pressure.

for unusual sounds, pulling to one

side, increased brake pedal travel

or “hard-to-push” brake pedal.

•

If any slipping or changes in the

operation of your transmission

occurs, take your vehicle to an

authorized Kia dealer.

•

Check the intelligent variable trans-

mission P (Park) function.

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Maintenance

Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models

The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission control and performance.

Keep receipts for all vehicle services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and date are shown, the frequen-

cy of service is determined by whichever occurs first.

I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace

R : Replace or change

MAINTENANCE

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

INTERVALS

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108

120

132

144

Miles×1,000

8

16

24

32

40

48

56

64

72

80

88

96

MAINTENANCE

ITEM

Km×1,000

13

26

39

52

65

78

91

104

117

130

143

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Rotate tires

Rotate every 8,000 miles (13,000 km)

Engine oil and engine oil fil-

Smartstream G1.6

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

ter^*1

Climate control air filter

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

(for evaporator and blower unit)

Air cleaner filter

I

I

R

I

I

R

I

I

R

I

I

R

Inspect every 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 12 months,

Brake fluid

Replace every 48,000 miles (78,000 km) or 48 months

Spark plugs

Replace every 96,000 miles (156,000 km)

At first, replace at 120,000 miles (195,000 km) or 120 months

Coolant (Engine)

After that, replace every 24,000 miles (39,000 km) or 24 months

Battery condition

Vacuum hose

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Air conditioner refrigerant

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Maintenance

Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models (CONT.)

MAINTENANCE

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

INTERVALS

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108

120

132

144

Miles×1,000

8

16

24

32

40

48

56

64

72

80

88

96

MAINTENANCE

ITEM

Km×1,000

13

26

39

52

65

78

91

104

117

130

143

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Exhaust system

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Parking brake

Brake discs and pads

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Suspension ball joints and mounting bolts

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Air conditioner compressor

Drive shaft and boots

Fuel tank and fuel cap

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Fuel lines, hoses and connections

Fuel tank air filter^*2

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Maintenance

Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models

MAINTENANCE

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

INTERVALS

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108

120

132

144

Miles×1,000

8

16

24

32

40

48

56

64

72

80

88

96

MAINTENANCE

ITEM

Km×1,000

13

26

39

52

65

78

91

104

117

130

143

156

Cooling system

-

-

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Drive belts^*3

-

-

-

-

-

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Intelligent variable transmission fluid

No service required

1

:As it is normal for engine oil to be consumed during driving, the engine oil level should be checked on regular basis. The engine

oil change interval for normal operating conditions is based on the use of the recommended engine specification. If the recom-

mended engine oil specification is not used, then replace the engine oil according to the maintenance schedule under severe

operating conditions.

2

:Fuel tank air filter is considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended as the level of maintenance

will be dependent upon the quality fuel used in the vehicle.

3

:The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced.

• Fuel filter (gasoline engine): The fuel filter is considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this

maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality.

- If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc., replace

the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an authorized Kia dealer for details.

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Maintenance

Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions - Non Turbo Models

The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer

to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.

R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary

MAINTENANCE

DRIVING

MAINTENANCE ITEM

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

OPERATION

CONDITION

Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or

A, B, C, D, E, F, G,

Engine oil and engine oil filter

Smartstream G1.6

R

6 months

H, I, J, K

Intelligent variable transmission fluid

R

Every 56,000 miles (91,000 km)

A, C, F, G, H, I, J, K

Climate control air filter

R

More frequently

C, E, G

(for evaporator and blower unit)

Air cleaner filter

R

More frequently

C, E

Spark plugs

R

More frequently

A, B, F, G, H, I, K

Parking brake

I

More frequently

C, D, G, H

Brake discs and pads and calipers

I

More frequently

C, D, E, G, H, J, K

Suspension ball joints and mounting bolts

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I

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Maintenance

MAINTENANCE

DRIVING

MAINTENANCE ITEM

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

OPERATION

CONDITION

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I

Drive shafts and boots

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

Severe driving conditions

A-Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km)

H-Using for towing or camping, and driving with loading on the

in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freez-

roof.

ing temperature.

I

- Driving for a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle

B-Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long dis-

towing.

tance.

J -Frequently driving under high speed or rapid

C-Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-

acceleration/deceleration.

spread roads.

K-Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions.

D-Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in

very cold weather.

E-Driving in heavy dust condition.

F-Driving in heavy traffic area.

G-Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly.

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