KIA Optima Owner's manual

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Enjoy your vehicle and Kia’s “Family-like Care” experience!

Thank you for becoming the owner of a new Kia vehicle.

As a global car manufacturer focused on building high-quality, value for

money prices, Kia Motors is dedicated to providing you with a customer

service experience that exceeds your expectations.

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and professionalism by people who care based on our “Family-like Care”

promise.

All information contained in this Owner’s Manual is accurate at the

time of publication. However, Kia reserves the right to make changes

at any time so that our policy of continual product improvement can be

carried out.

This manual applies to all models of this vehicle and includes descrip-

tions and explanations of optional as well as standard equipment. As a

result, you may encounter material in this manual that is not applicable

to your specific Kia vehicle.

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supplemented by a Warranty and Maintenance book that provides important information on all warranties regarding

your vehicle. Kia urges you to read these publications carefully and follow the recommendations to help assure enjoy-

able and safe operation of your new vehicle.

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ment described in this manual, along with the various illustrations, may not be applicable to your particular vehicle.

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right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obliga-

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Introduction

Your vehicle at a glance

Safety features of your vehicle

Features of your vehicle

Driving your vehicle

What to do in an emergency

Maintenance

Specifications & Consumer information

Index

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Active ECO system .......................................................5-56

Air bags..........................................................................3-41

Air bag warning label..................................................3-63

Air bag warning light ..................................................3-44

Curtain air bag.............................................................3-54

Driver's and passenger's front air bag .........................3-48

Side impact air bag......................................................3-53

Air cleaner .....................................................................7-44

Alarm system .................................................................4-12

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ......................................5-33

Appearance care.............................................................7-93

Exterior care ................................................................7-93

Interior care .................................................................7-98

Armrest ..........................................................................3-13

Ashtray.........................................................................4-132

Automatic climate control system ...............................4-116

Air conditioning ........................................................4-122

Automatic heating and air conditioning ....................4-117

Manual heating and air conditioning.........................4-118

Automatic transaxle .......................................................5-22

Ignition key interlock system ......................................5-27

Paddle shifter...............................................................5-25

Shift lock system .........................................................5-26

Sports mode.................................................................5-24

Base kerb weight ...........................................................5-82

Battery............................................................................7-51

Battery saver function....................................................4-92

Before driving..................................................................5-3

Bonnet............................................................................4-27

Bottle holders, see cup holders....................................4-134

Brake system..................................................................5-29

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ....................................5-33

Electronic stability program (ESP) .............................5-43

Electric parking brake (EPB) ......................................5-35

Parking brake...............................................................5-30

Power brakes ...............................................................5-29

Brake/clutch fluid ..........................................................7-39

Bulb replacement ...........................................................7-80

Bulb wattage ....................................................................8-2

Button start/stop, see engine start/stop button.................5-9

Capacities (Lubricants)....................................................8-4

Care

Exterior care ................................................................7-93

Interior care .................................................................7-98

Tyre care ......................................................................7-54

Cargo weight..................................................................5-82

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Centre console storage.................................................4-130

Central door lock switch................................................4-16

Chains

Tyre chains...................................................................5-71

Changing tyres .................................................................6-9

Checking tyre inflation pressure....................................7-55

Child restraint system ....................................................3-30

Child-protector rear door lock .......................................4-18

Cigarette lighter ...........................................................4-133

Climate control air filter...................................4-114, 4-125

Climate control air filter ................................................7-46

Climate control system (Automatic)............................4-116

Air conditioning ........................................................4-122

Automatic heating and air conditioning ....................4-117

Manual heating and air conditioning.........................4-118

Climate control system (Manual) ................................4-107

Air conditioning.........................................................4-112

Climate control air filter ............................................4-114

Heating and air conditioning .....................................4-108

Clock (Digital) .............................................................4-136

Clothes hanger .............................................................4-137

Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ...............4-45

Compact spare tyre replacement ...................................7-59

Coolant...........................................................................7-36

Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ..................................7-36

Crankcase emission control system...............................7-99

Cruise control system ....................................................5-49

Cup holder ...................................................................4-134

Curtain air bag ...............................................................3-54

Dashboard illumination, see instrument panel illumination....4-46

Dashboard, see instrument cluster.................................4-45

Day time running light...................................................4-92

Defogging (Windscreen)..............................................4-126

Defogging logic (Windscreen).....................................4-128

Defroster (Rear window) .............................................4-106

Defrosting (Windscreen)..............................................4-126

Digital clock.................................................................4-136

Dimensions ......................................................................8-2

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isplay illumination, see instrument panel illumination .....4-46

Displays, see instrument cluster ....................................4-45

Door locks......................................................................4-15

Central door lock switch .............................................4-16

Child-protector rear door lock.....................................4-18

Drinks holders, see cup holders...................................4-134

Driver position memory system ....................................4-36

Driver's air bag...............................................................3-48

Driving at night..............................................................5-67

Driving in flooded areas ................................................5-69

Driving in the rain .........................................................5-68

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ECO system (active)......................................................5-56

Economical operation ....................................................5-64

Electric chromic mirror (ECM) .....................................4-41

Electric parking brake (EPB).........................................5-35

Electronic stability program (ESP)................................5-43

Emergency commodity..................................................6-30

Emergency starting ..........................................................6-5

Jump starting .................................................................6-5

Push starting ..................................................................6-6

Emergency towing .........................................................6-26

Emergency whilst driving................................................6-3

Emission control system................................................7-99

Crankcase emission control system.............................7-99

Evaporative emission control system..........................7-99

Exhaust emission control system ..............................7-100

Engine compartment ................................................2-4, 7-2

Engine coolant ...............................................................7-36

Engine number.................................................................8-8

Engine oil.......................................................................7-34

Engine overheats..............................................................6-7

Engine start/stop button ...................................................5-9

Engine temperature gauge .............................................4-48

Engine will not start.........................................................6-4

Evaporative emission control system ............................7-99

Exhaust emission control system.................................7-100

Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ...............7-31

Exterior care...................................................................7-93

Flat tyre............................................................................6-8

Changing tyres...............................................................6-9

Jack and tools ................................................................6-8

Removing and storing the spare tyre.............................6-9

Floor mat anchor(s) .....................................................4-136

Fluid

Washer fluid.................................................................7-42

Brake/clutch fluid ........................................................7-39

Power steering fluid.....................................................7-46

Front seat adjustment - manual .......................................3-4

Front seat adjustment - power .........................................3-5

Fuel filler lid ..................................................................4-29

Fuel gauge......................................................................4-47

Fuel requirements ............................................................1-2

Fuses ..............................................................................7-63

Fuse/relay panel description........................................7-68

Instrument panel fuse ..................................................7-65

Multi fuse ....................................................................7-67

Memory fuse................................................................7-65

Main fuse.....................................................................7-67

Button starting/EPB fuse.............................................7-67

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Gauge

Engine temperature gauge ...........................................4-48

Fuel gauge ...................................................................4-47

Glassroof, see panorama sunroof ..................................4-32

Glove box.....................................................................4-131

Hazard warning flasher..................................................4-91

Hazardous driving conditions........................................5-66

Headlight escort function...............................................4-92

Headlight levelling device .............................................4-97

Headlight washer ...........................................................4-98

Headrest..................................................................3-7, 3-12

Height adjustment..........................................................3-20

Highway driving ............................................................5-69

Horn ...............................................................................4-40

How to use this manual ...................................................1-2

Ignition key interlock system ........................................5-27

Immobiliser system..........................................................4-4

Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster ...................1-5

Indicators and warnings.................................................4-56

Inside rearview mirror ...................................................4-41

Instrument cluster ..........................................................4-45

Instrument panel illumination .....................................4-46

Speedometer ................................................................4-46

Engine temperature gauge ...........................................4-48

Tachometer ..................................................................4-46

Fuel gauge ...................................................................4-47

Odometer .....................................................................4-49

Trip computer ..............................................................4-48

Maintenance system ....................................................4-54

Vehicle option..............................................................4-53

Warning and indicators................................................4-56

Instrument panel illumination........................................4-46

Instrument panel overview ..............................................2-3

Interior care....................................................................7-98

Interior features............................................................4-133

Ashtray ......................................................................4-133

Cigarette lighter.........................................................4-133

Clothes hanger...........................................................4-137

Cup holder .................................................................4-134

Digital clock ..............................................................4-136

Power outlet...............................................................4-135

Sunvisor.....................................................................4-134

Floor mat anchor(s) ...................................................4-136

Interior light .................................................................4-102

Interior overview .............................................................2-2

Interlock system.............................................................5-26

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Jack and tools...................................................................6-8

Jump starting....................................................................6-5

Key positions ...................................................................5-5

Keys .................................................................................4-3

Label

Air bag warning label..................................................3-63

Tyre specification and pressure label ............................8-8

Vehicle certification label..............................................8-7

Lap belt ..........................................................................3-22

Lap/shoulder belt ...........................................................3-20

Light bulbs .....................................................................7-83

Lighting..........................................................................4-92

Battery saver function .................................................4-92

Headlight escort function ............................................4-92

Day time running light ................................................4-92

Smart conering lamp ...................................................4-92

Headlight levelling device...........................................4-97

Headlight washer.........................................................4-98

Lubricants and capacities.................................................8-4

Lumbar support................................................................3-7

Main fuse .......................................................................7-67

Maintenance

Explanation of scheduled maintenance items .............7-31

Maintenance services.....................................................7-4

Maintenance under severe usage conditions ............7-18, 7-29

Normal maintenance schedule .............................7-9, 7-20

Owner maintenance.......................................................7-6

Scheduled maintenance service.....................................7-8

Tyre maintenance.........................................................7-59

Maintenance schedule......................................................7-6

Normal maintenance schedule .............................7-9, 7-20

Maintenance under severe usage conditions..............7-18, 7-29

Maintenance services.......................................................7-4

Maintenance system.......................................................4-54

Manual climate control system....................................4-107

Air conditioning.........................................................4-112

Climate control air filter ............................................4-114

Heating and air conditioning .....................................4-108

Manual transaxle............................................................5-19

Memory fuse..................................................................7-65

Mirrors ...........................................................................4-41

Day/night rearview mirror...........................................4-41

Electric chromic mirror (ECM).....................................4-1

Inside rearview mirror .................................................4-41

Outside rearview mirror ..............................................4-42

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Moonroof, see panorama sunroof..................................4-32

Multi fuse.......................................................................7-67

Neck restraints, see headrest ..................................3-7, 3-11

Odometer .......................................................................4-49

Oil (Engine) ...................................................................7-34

Outside rearview mirror.................................................4-42

Overheats .........................................................................6-7

Owner maintenance .........................................................7-6

Paddle shifter .................................................................5-25

Panorama sunroof ..........................................................4-32

Parking brake .................................................................5-30

Parking brake inspect.....................................................7-43

Passenger's front air bag ................................................3-48

Power brakes..................................................................5-29

Power outlet .................................................................4-135

Power steering ...............................................................4-38

Power steering fluid.......................................................7-40

Power window lock button............................................4-25

Push starting.....................................................................6-6

Rear parking assist system.............................................4-76

Rear seat.........................................................................3-11

Rearview camera ...........................................................4-90

Recommended cold tyre inflation pressures .................7-54

Recommended lubricants and capacities.........................8-4

Recommended SAE viscosity number..........................8-6

Remote keyless entry.......................................................4-7

Road warning...................................................................6-2

Rocking the vehicle .......................................................5-66

Scheduled maintenance service .......................................7-8

Normal maintenance schedule .............................7-9, 7-20

Maintenance under severe usage conditions ............7-18, 7-29

Seat belts........................................................................3-17

Height adjustment........................................................3-20

Lap/shoulder belt.........................................................3-20

Lap belt........................................................................3-22

Pre-tensioner seat belt .................................................3-24

Seat warmer..........................................................3-10, 3-16

Seatback pocket .............................................................3-11

Seats .................................................................................3-2

Front seat adjustment - manual .....................................3-4

Front seat adjustment - power .......................................3-5

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Lumbar support .............................................................3-7

Seatback pocket ...........................................................3-11

Headrest................................................................3-9, 3-11

Rear seat ......................................................................3-11

Seat warmer........................................................3-10, 3-16

Armrest ........................................................................3-13

Shift lock system ...........................................................5-26

Side impact air bag ........................................................3-53

Smart key .......................................................................4-10

Smart parking assist system...........................................4-79

Smooth cornering...........................................................5-67

Snow tyres .....................................................................5-70

Special driving conditions .............................................5-66

Driving at night ...........................................................5-67

Driving in flooded areas..............................................5-69

Driving in the rain .......................................................5-68

Hazardous driving conditions......................................5-66

Highway driving..........................................................5-69

Rocking the vehicle .....................................................5-66

Smooth cornering ........................................................5-67

Speedometer...................................................................4-46

Sports mode ...................................................................5-24

Starting difficulties, see engine will not start ..................6-4

Starting the engine..................................................5-7, 5-12

Steering wheel................................................................4-38

Horn.............................................................................4-40

Power steering .............................................................4-38

Tilt steering..................................................................4-39

Storage compartment ...................................................4-130

Centre console storage...............................................4-130

Glove box ..................................................................4-131

Sunglass holder..........................................................4-132

Sunglass holder............................................................4-132

Sunroof, see panorama sunroof .....................................4-32

Sunvisor .......................................................................4-134

Tachometer.....................................................................4-46

Theft-alarm system ........................................................4-12

Tilt steering ....................................................................4-39

Towing ...........................................................................6-26

Emergency towing.......................................................6-26

Transaxle

Automatic transaxle.....................................................5-22

Manual transaxle .........................................................5-19

Trip computer ................................................................4-48

Trunk..............................................................................4-19

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Tyre pressure..................................................................7-54

Tyre specification and pressure label ..............................8-8

Tyres and wheels............................................................7-54

Recommended cold tyre inflation pressures ...............7-54

Checking tyre inflation pressure .................................7-55

Wheel alignment and tyre balance ..............................7-57

Compact spare tyre replacement .................................7-59

Wheel replacement ......................................................7-59

Tyres and wheels..............................................................8-3

Vehicle break-in process..................................................1-4

Vehicle certification label ................................................8-7

Vehicle identification number (VIN)...............................8-7

Vehicle option ................................................................4-53

Vehicle weight ...............................................................5-84

Base kerb weight .........................................................5-84

Cargo weight ...............................................................5-84

GAW (Gross axle weight) ...........................................5-84

GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ..............................5-84

GVW (Gross vehicle weight)......................................5-84

GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating).........................5-84

Warnings and indicators ................................................4-56

Washer fluid...................................................................7-42

Waste tray, see ashtray.................................................4-133

Weight ............................................................................5-84

Base kerb weight .........................................................5-84

Cargo weight ...............................................................5-84

GAW (Gross axle weight) ...........................................5-84

GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ..............................5-84

GVW (Gross vehicle weight)......................................5-84

GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating).........................5-84

Welcome system ..........................................................4-105

Wheel replacement ........................................................7-59

Windows ........................................................................4-22

Auto up/down window ................................................4-24

Power window lock button..........................................4-25

Windscreen defrosting and defogging .........................4-126

Defogging logic.........................................................4-128

Winter driving................................................................5-70

Snow tyres ...................................................................5-70

Tyre chains...................................................................5-71

Wiper blades ..................................................................7-48

Wipers and washers .......................................................4-98

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How to use this manual / 1-2

Fuel requirements / 1-2

Vehicle break-in process / 1-6

Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster / 1-7

Introduction

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We want to help you get the greatest

possible driving pleasure from your vehi-

cle. Your Owner’s Manual can assist you

in many ways. We strongly recommend

that you read the entire manual. In order

to minimise the chance of death or injury,

you must read the WARNING and CAU-

TION sections in the manual.

Illustrations complement the words in this

manual to best explain how to enjoy your

vehicle. By reading your manual, you

learn about features, important safety

information, and driving tips under vari-

ous road conditions.

The general layout of the manual is pro-

vided in the Table of Contents. Use the

index when looking for a specific area or

subject; it has an alphabetical listing of all

information in your manual.

Sections: This manual has eight sections

plus an index. Each section begins with a

brief list of contents so you can tell at a

glance if that section has the information

you want.

You will find various WARNINGs,

CAUTIONs, and NOTICEs in this manu-

al. These WARNINGs were prepared to

enhance your personal safety.You should

carefully read and follow ALL procedures

and recommendations provided in these

WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTICEs.

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NOTICE

A NOTICE indicates interesting or help-

ful information is being provided.

Petrol engine

Unleaded

For Europe

For the optimal vehicle performance, we

recommend you to use unleaded petrol

which complies with EN 228 and has an

octane rating of RON (Research Octane

Number) 95 / AKI (Anti Knock Index) 91

or higher.

You may use unleaded petrol with an

octane rating of RON 91~94 / AKI 87~90

but it may result in slight performance

reduction of the vehicle.

Except Europe

Your new Kia vehicle is designed to use

only unleaded fuel having an Octane

Rating of RON (Research Octane

Number) 91 / AKI (Anti-Knock Index) 87

or higher.

Your new vehicle is designed to obtain

maximum performance with UNLEADED

FUEL, as well as minimise exhaust emis-

sions and spark plug fouling.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

WARNING

A WARNING indicates a situation in

which harm, serious bodily injury or

death could result if the warning is

ignored.

CAUTION

A CAUTION indicates a situation in

which damage to your vehicle could

result if the caution is ignored.

FUEL REQUIREMENTS

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Leaded (if equipped)

For some countries, your vehicle is

designed to use leaded petrol. When you

are going to use leaded petrol, we rec-

ommend that you ask an authorised Kia

dealer.

Octane Rating of leaded petrol is same

with unleaded one.

Petrol containing alcohol and

methanol

Gasohol, a mixture of petrol and ethanol

(also known as grain alcohol), and petrol

or gasohol containing methanol (also

known as wood alcohol) are being mar-

keted along with or instead of leaded or

unleaded petrol.

Do not use gasohol containing more than

10% ethanol, and do not use petrol or

gasohol containing any methanol. Either

of these fuels may cause drivability prob-

lems and damage to the fuel system.

Discontinue using gasohol of any kind if

drivability problems occur.

Vehicle damage or drivability problems

may not be covered by the manufactur-

er’s warranty if they result from the use

of:

1. Gasohol containing more than 10%

ethanol.

2. Petrol or gasohol containing methanol.

3. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol.

WARNING

• Do not "top off" after the nozzle

automatically shuts off when

refuelling.

• Always check that the fuel cap is

installed securely to prevent fuel

spillage in the event of an acci-

dent.

CAUTION

NEVER USE LEADED FUEL. The

use of leaded fuel is detrimental to

the catalytic converter and will

damage the engine control sys-

tem’s oxygen sensor and affect

emission control.

Never add any fuel system cleaning

agents to the fuel tank other than

what has been specified. (We rec-

ommend that you consult an autho-

rised Kia dealer.)

CAUTION

Never use gasohol which contains

methanol. Discontinue use of any

gasohol product which impairs dri-

vability.

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Use of MTBE

Kia recommends avoiding fuels contain-

ing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)

over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7%

weight) in your vehicle.

Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol.

(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) may

reduce vehicle performance and produce

vapour lock or hard starting.

Do not use methanol

Fuels containing methanol (wood alco-

hol) should not be used in your vehicle.

This type of fuel can reduce vehicle per-

formance and damage components of

the fuel system.

Fuel Additives

Kia recommends that you use good qual-

ity petrols meet Europe Fuel standards

(EN228) or equivalents.

For customers who do not use good

quality petrols including fuel additives

regularly, and have problems starting or

the engine does not run smoothly, one

bottle of additives added to the fuel tank

at every 15,000km (For Europe)/

5,000km (Except Europe). Additives are

available from your authorised Kia dealer

along with information on how to use

them. Do not mix other additives.

Operation in foreign countries

If you are going to drive your vehicle in

another country, be sure to:

• Observe all regulations regarding reg-

istration and insurance.

• Determine that acceptable fuel is avail-

able.

Diesel engine

Diesel fuel

Diesel engine must be operated only on

commercially available diesel fuel that

complies with EN 590 or comparable

standard. (EN stands for "European

Norm"). Do not use marine diesel fuel,

heating oils, or non-approved fuel addi-

tives, as this will increase wear and

cause damage to the engine and fuel

system. The use of non-approved fuels

and / or fuel additives will result in a limi-

tation of your warranty rights.

Diesel fuel of above cetane 51 is used in

your vehicle. If two types of diesel fuel

are available, use summer or winter fuel

properly according to the following tem-

perature conditions.

• Above -5°C (23°F) ... Summer type

diesel fuel.

• Below -5°C (23°F) ... Winter type diesel

fuel.

Watch the fuel level in the tank very care-

fully : If the engine stops through fuel fail-

ure, the circuits must be completely

purged to permit restarting.

CAUTION

Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty

may not cover damage to the fuel

system and any performance prob-

lems that are caused by the use of

fuels containing methanol or fuels

containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary

Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol.

(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight.)

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Biodiesel

Commercially supplied Diesel blends of

no more than 7% biodiesel, commonly

known as "B7 Diesel" may be used in

your vehicle if Biodiesel meets EN 14214

or equivalent specifications. (EN stands

for "European Norm"). The use of biofu-

els exceeding 7% made from rapeseed

methyl ester (RME), fatty acid methyl

ester (FAME), vegetable oil methyl ester

(VME) etc. or mixing diesel exceeding

7% with biodiesel will cause increased

wear or damage to the engine and fuel

system. Repair or replacement of worn or

damaged components due to the use of

non approved fuels will not be covered by

the manufactures warranty.

Biodiesel (for New Zealand)

Commercially supplied Diesel blends of

no more than 7% biodiesel, commonly

known as "B7 Diesel" may be used in

your vehicle if Biodiesel meets EN 14214

or equivalent specifications. (EN stands

for "European Norm"). The use of biofu-

els exceeding 7%, made from rapeseed

methyl ester (RME), vegetable oil methyl

ester (VME) etc. or mixing diesel exceed-

ing 7% with biodiesel will cause

increased wear or damage to the engine

and fuel system. Repair or replacement

of worn or damaged components due to

the use of non approved fuels will not be

covered by the manufactures warranty.

CAUTION

Do not let any petrol or water enter

the tank. This would make it neces-

sary to drain it out and to bleed the

lines to avoid jamming the injection

pump and damaging the engine.

CAUTION - Diesel Fuel

(if equipped with DPF)

It is recommended to use the regu-

lated automotive diesel fuel for

diesel vehicle equipped with the

DPF system.

If you use diesel fuel including high

sulfur (more than 50 ppm sulfur)

and unspecified additives, it can

cause the DPF system to be dam-

aged and white smoke can be emit-

ted.

CAUTION

• Never use any fuel, whether

diesel, B7 biodiesel or otherwise,

that fails to meet the latest petro-

leum industry specification.

• Never use any fuel additives or

treatments that are not recom-

mended or approved by the vehi-

cle manufacturer.

CAUTION

• Never use any fuel, whether

diesel or B7 biodiesel or other-

wise that fails to meet the latest

petroleum industry specification.

• Never use any fuel additives or

treatments that are not recom-

mended or approved by the vehi-

cle manufacturer.

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No special break-in period is needed. By

following a few simple precautions for the

first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to

the performance, economy and life of

your vehicle.

• Do not race the engine.

• Whilst driving, keep your engine speed

(rpm, or revolutions per minute)

between 2,000 rpm and 4,000 rpm.

• Do not maintain a single speed for long

periods of time, either fast or slow.

Varying engine speed is needed to

properly break-in the engine.

• Avoid hard stops, except in emergen-

cies, to allow the brakes to seat prop-

erly.

• Don't let the engine idle longer than 3

minutes at one time.

• Don't tow a trailer during the first 2,000

km (1,200 miles) of operation.

VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS

17

Introduction

INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Seat belt warning light

High beam indicator

Turn signal indicator

ABS warning light*

Engine oil pressure warning light

ESP indicator*

ESP OFF indicator*

Malfunction indicator light

Air bag warning light*

Immobiliser indicator

Low fuel level warning light

* : if equipped

Charging system warning light Overspeed warning light*

120

km/h

Tail light indicator

Tailgate open ajar warning light

Front fog light indicator*

Rear fog light indicator*

Door ajar warning light

Shift pattern indicator*

Manual transaxle shift indicator*

Auto stop for ISG system

indicator*

Low beam indicator

❈ For more detailed explanations, refer

to “Instrument cluster” in section 4.

Glow indicator (Diesel only)

Fuel filter warning light (Diesel only)

Low tyre pressure telltale* /

TPMS malfunction indicator*

Cruise SET indicator*

Speed limit indicator*

Cruise control indicator*

CRUISE

AUTO HOLD indicator*

AUTO

HOLD

Electric parking brake (EPB)

malfunction indicator*

EPB

ECO indicator*

ECO

Parking brake & Brake

fluid warning light

Electric power steering

(EPS) system warning light*

EPS

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