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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.
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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 Kia models and includes descriptions 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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technicians, recommended special tools, genuine KIA
replacement parts and is dedicated to your complete sat-
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Because subsequent owners require this important infor-
mation as well, this publication should remain with the
vehicle if it is sold.
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tenance and safety information about your new vehicle. It
is supplemented by a Warranty and Maintenance book
that provides important information on all warranties
regarding your vehicle. We urge you to read these publi-
cations carefully and follow the recommendations to help
assure enjoyable and safe operation of your new vehicle.
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equipment described in this manual, along with the vari-
ous illustrations, may not be applicable to your particular
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authorised KIA dealer.
We assure you of our continuing interest in your motor-
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Foreword
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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
table of contents
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Air bags···········································································3-42
Air bag warning label................................................3-60
Air bag warning light ................................................3-45
Curtain air bag ..........................................................3-52
Driver's and passenger's front air bag ......................3-48
Side impact air bag....................................................3-50
Air cleaner·······································································7-44
Alarm system ··································································4-12
All wheel drive (AWD), see four wheel
drive (4WD)·································································5-23
Antenna ·········································································4-115
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)········································5-33
Appearance care······························································7-85
Exterior care ······························································7-85
Interior care ·······························································7-90
Armrest ···········································································3-13
Ashtray··········································································4-107
Audio system ································································4-115
Antenna ···································································4-115
Aux, USB and iPod·················································4-117
Steering wheel audio control ··································4-116
Automatic climate control system ··································4-92
Air conditioning ························································4-98
Automatic heating and air conditioning····················4-93
Manual heating and air conditioning ························4-94
Automatic transaxle ························································5-17
Ignition key interlock system ····································5-21
Shift lock system·······················································5-20
Sports mode·······························································5-19
Battery·············································································7-51
Battery saver function ·····················································4-66
Before driving ···································································5-3
Bonnet ·············································································4-26
Bottle holders, see cup holders·····································4-108
Brake fluid ······································································7-40
Brake system···································································5-30
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)··································5-33
Downhill brake control (DBC)··································5-42
Electronic stability program (ESP/ESC*)·················5-35
Parking brake·····························································5-31
Power brakes ·····························································5-30
Bulb replacement ····························································7-76
Front fog light bulb replacement·······························7-79
Headlight bulb replacement ······································7-77
High mounted stop light replacement·······················7-83
Interior light bulb replacement··································7-84
License plate light bulb replacement ························7-83
Position light bulb replacement·································7-78
Rear combination light bulb replacement·················7-80
Side repeater light bulb replacement·························7-79
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Turn signal light bulb replacement ···························7-78
Bulb wattage ·····································································8-2
Button start/stop, see engine start/stop button··················5-8
Capacities (Lubricants) ·····················································8-4
Care
Exterior care ······························································7-85
Interior care ·······························································7-90
Tyre care····································································7-53
Cargo security screen····················································4-112
Cargo weight···································································5-65
Central door lock switch·················································4-17
Centre console storage··················································4-104
Chains
Tyre chains ································································5-57
Changing tyres ··································································6-8
Checking tyre inflation pressure·····································7-54
Child restraint system ·····················································3-31
ISOFIX system ·························································3-37
Tether anchor system·················································3-36
Child-protector rear door lock ·······································4-18
Climate control system (Automatic) ·····························4-92
Air conditioning ·······················································4-98
Automatic heating and air conditioning ···················4-93
Manual heating and air conditioning ·······················4-94
Climate control system (Manual) ··································4-84
Air conditioning ·······················································4-88
Heating and air conditioning·····································4-84
Cigarette lighter ····························································4-107
Climate control air filter········································4-91, 7-46
Clock (Digital) ·····························································4-110
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ···············4-42
Compact spare tyre ························································6-13
Compact spare tyre replacement ····································7-58
Coolant ···········································································7-37
Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ··································7-37
Crankcase emission control system ·······························7-91
Cruise control system ····················································5-47
Cup holder ···································································4-108
Curtain air bag ·······························································3-52
Dashboard, see instrument cluster ·································4-42
Dashboard illumination, see instrument panel illumination ··4-43
Defogging (Windsreen) ···············································4-101
Defogging logic (Windsreen) ······································4-103
Defroster (Rear window) ···············································4-83
Defrosting (Windsreen) ···············································4-101
Digital clock ·································································4-110
Dimensions ······································································8-2
Displays, see instrument cluster ····································4-42
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Display illumination, see instrument panel illumination ···4-42
Door locks·······································································4-15
Central door lock switch ··········································4-17
Child-protector rear door lock ·································4-18
Downhill brake control (DBC) ······································5-42
Drinks holders, see cup holders ···································4-108
Driver's air bag ·······························································3-48
Driving at night ······························································5-53
Driving in flooded areas ················································5-54
Driving in the rain ··························································5-59
Economical operation ····················································5-50
Electric power steering ··················································4-35
Electrochromic mirror (ECM) ·······································4-38
Electronic stability program (ESP/ESC*) ·····················5-35
Emergency commodity ··················································6-20
Emergency starting ··························································6-4
Jump starting ······························································6-4
Push starting ·······························································6-5
Emergency tailgate safety release ··································4-21
Emergency towing ·························································6-17
Emergency whilst driving ················································6-2
Emission control system ················································7-91
Crankcase emission control system ·························7-91
Evaporative emission control system ·······················7-91
Exhaust emission control system ·····························7-92
Engine compartment ················································2-4, 7-2
Engine coolant ·······························································7-37
Engine number ·································································8-8
Engine oil ·······································································7-36
Engine overheats ······························································6-6
Engine start/stop button ···················································5-8
Engine temperature gauge ·············································4-44
Engine will not start ·························································6-3
Evaporative emission control system ····························7-91
Exhaust emission control system ···································7-92
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ················7-33
Exterior care ···································································7-85
Exterior features ···························································4-114
Roof rack ································································4-114
Flat tyre (with spare tyre) ·················································6-7
Changing tyres ···························································6-8
Compact spare tyre ··················································6-13
Jack and tools ·····························································6-7
Removing and storing the spare tyre ·························6-8
Floor mat anchor(s) ·····················································4-111
Fluid
Washer fluid ·····························································7-42
Brake fluid ································································7-40
Folding the rear seat ······················································3-14
Four wheel drive (4WD) ················································5-23
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Front fog light bulb replacement ···································7-79
Front seat adjustment - manual ········································3-4
Front seat adjustment - power ·········································3-5
Fuel filler lid ··································································4-28
Fuel filter (for diesel) ·····················································7-43
Fuel gauge ······································································4-45
Fuel requirements ····························································1-3
Fuses ··············································································7-63
Fuse/relay panel description ····································7-67
Main fuse···································································7-66
Memory fuse ·····························································7-65
Gauge
Engine temperature gauge·········································4-44
Fuel gauge ································································4-45
Glassroof, see panorama sunroof····································4-31
Glove box ·····································································4-104
Hazard warning flasher ··················································4-64
Hazardous driving conditions ········································5-52
Headlight bulb replacement ···········································7-77
Headlight levelling device ·············································4-73
Headrest ··································································3-7, 3-12
Heating and air conditioning ·········································4-83
High mounted stop light replacement ····························7-83
Highway driving ····························································5-55
Hill-start assist control (HAC)········································5-39
Horn ···············································································4-37
How to use this manual ···················································1-2
Ignition key interlock system ········································5-21
Immobiliser system ··························································4-4
Indicators and warnings ·················································4-49
Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster ····················1-7
Instrument cluster ··························································4-42
Engine temperature gauge ········································4-44
Fuel gauge ································································4-45
Instrument panel illumination ··································4-43
Odometer ··································································4-45
Speedometer ·····························································4-43
Tachometer ·······························································4-43
Trip computer ···························································4-45
Warning and indicators ············································4-49
Instrument panel illumination ········································4-43
Instrument panel overview ···············································2-3
Interior care ····································································7-90
Interior features ····························································4-107
Ashtray ···································································4-107
Cargo security screen ·············································4-112
Cigarette lighter ······················································4-107
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Cup holder ······························································4-108
Digital clock ···························································4-110
Floor mat anchor(s)·················································4-111
Luggage net holder··················································4-111
Power outlet ···························································4-109
Sunvisor ··································································4-108
Interior light ···································································4-80
Interior light bulb replacement ······································7-84
Interior overview ······························································2-2
Interlock system ·····························································5-21
ISOFIX system ······························································3-37
Jack and tools ···································································6-7
Jump starting ····································································6-4
Key positions ···································································5-4
Keys ·················································································4-3
Label
Air bag warning label ···············································3-60
Tyre sidewall labeling ··············································7-59
Tyre specification and pressure label ·························8-8
Vehicle certification label ···········································8-7
Latch system, see ISOFIX system ·································3-37
License plate light bulb replacement ·····························7-83
Light bulbs ·····································································7-76
Front fog light bulb replacement ·····························7-79
Headlight bulb replacement ·····································7-77
High mounted stop light replacement ······················7-83
Interior light bulb replacement ·································7-84
License plate light bulb replacement ·······················7-83
Position light bulb replacement ·······························7-78
Rear combination light bulb replacement ················7-80
Side repeater light bulb replacement ·······················7-79
Turn signal light bulb replacement ··························7-78
Lighting ··········································································4-65
Battery saver function ··············································4-65
Lubricants and capacities ·················································8-4
Luggage net holder ······················································4-111
Luggage rack, see roof rack ·········································4-114
Lumbar support ································································3-7
Main fuse ······································································7-66
Maintenance
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items···········7-33
Maintenance services ················································· 7-4
Maintenance under severe usage conditions
(Diesel)·······························································7-19, 7-31
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K
J
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Index
Maintenance under severe usage conditions
(Petrol)···································································7-13, 7-25
Normal maintenance schedule (Diesel)···········7-15, 7-27
Normal maintenance schedule (Petrol) ············7-9, 7-21
Owner maintenance ····················································7-6
Scheduled maintenance service ··································7-8
Tyre maintenance ·····················································7-58
Maintenance services ·······················································7-4
Manual climate control system ······································4-84
Air conditioning ·······················································4-88
Climate control air filter ···········································4-91
Heating and air conditioning ····································4-84
Manual heating and air conditioning ·····························4-94
Manual transaxle ····························································5-14
Memory fuse ··································································7-65
Mirrors ···········································································4-38
Day/night rearview mirror ·······································4-38
Electric chromic mirror (ECM) ·······························4-38
Inside rearview mirror ··············································4-38
Outside rearview mirror ···········································4-39
Moonroof, see panorama sunroof ··································4-31
Neck restraints, see headrest ··································3-7, 3-12
Odometer ·······································································4-45
Oil (Engine) ···································································7-36
Outside rearview mirror ·················································4-39
Overheats ·········································································6-6
Owner maintenance ·························································7-6
Panorama sunroof ··························································4-31
Parking brake inspect ·····················································7-42
Parking brake ·································································5-31
Passenger's front air bag ················································3-48
Position light bulb replacement ·····································7-78
Power brakes ··································································5-30
Power outlet ·································································4-108
Power steering ································································4-35
Power steering fluid ·······················································7-41
Power window lock button ············································4-25
Pre-tensioner seat belt ····················································3-25
Push starting ·····································································6-5
Rear combination light bulb replacement ······················7-80
Rear parking assist system ·············································4-62
Rear seat ·········································································3-12
Rearview camera ····························································4-64
Recommended cold tyre inflation pressures ··················7-53
Recommended lubricants and capacities ·························8-4
Recommended SAE viscosity number ······················8-6
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Remote keyless entry ·······················································4-6
Road warning ···································································6-2
Rocking the vehicle ·······················································5-52
Roof rack ·····································································4-114
Scheduled maintenance service ·······································7-8
Normal maintenance schedule (Diesel) ··········7-15, 7-27
Normal maintenance schedule (Petrol) ············7-9, 7-21
Maintenance under severe usage conditions
(Diesel) ································································7-19, 7-31
Maintenance under severe usage conditions
(Petrol) ····································································7-13, 7-25
Seat belt warning ···························································3-18
Seat belts ········································································3-16
Lap belt ····································································3-23
Lap/shoulder belt ······················································3-19
Pre-tensioner seat belt ··············································3-25
Seat warmer ·····································································3-9
Seatback pocket ·····························································3-11
Seats ·················································································3-2
Armrest ·····································································3-13
Folding the rear seat ·················································3-14
Front seat adjustment - manual ··································3-4
Front seat adjustment - power ····································3-5
Headrest ····························································3-7, 3-12
Lumbar support ··························································3-7
Rear seat ···································································3-12
Seat warmer ································································3-9
Seatback pocket ························································3-11
Shift lock system ···························································5-20
Side impact air bag ························································3-50
Side repeater light bulb replacement ·····························7-79
Smart key ·········································································4-8
Smooth cornering ···························································5-53
Snow tyres ······································································5-56
Spare tyre
Compact spare tyre ··················································6-13
Compact spare tyre replacement ······························7-58
Removing and storing the spare tyre ·························6-8
Special driving conditions ·············································5-52
Driving at night ························································5-53
Driving in flooded areas ···········································5-54
Driving in the rain ····················································5-54
Hazardous driving conditions ··································5-52
Highway driving ·······················································5-55
Rocking the vehicle ··················································5-52
Smooth cornering ·····················································5-53
Speedometer ···································································4-43
Sports mode ···································································5-19
Starting difficulties, see engine will not start ··················6-3
Starting the engine ··················································5-5, 5-11
Steering wheel ·······························································4-35
Horn ··········································································4-37
Power steering ··························································4-35
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Index
Tilt steering ······························································4-36
Steering wheel audio control ·······································4-116
Storage compartment ···················································4-104
Centre console storage ···········································4-104
Glove box ·······························································4-104
Sunglass holder ······················································4-105
Sunroof, see panorama sunroof ·····································4-31
Sunvisor ·······································································4-108
Tachometer ·····································································4-43
Tailgate ···········································································4-20
Emergency tailgate safety release ····························4-21
Tether anchor system ·····················································3-35
Theft-alarm system ························································4-12
Tie-down hook ·······························································6-19
Tilt steering ····································································4-36
Towing ···········································································6-15
Emergency towing ····················································6-17
Removable towing hook ···········································6-16
Tie-down hook (for flatbed towing) ·························6-19
Trailer towing ····························································5-60
Transaxle
Automatic transaxle ·················································5-17
Manual transaxle ······················································5-14
Trip computer ································································4-45
Tripmeter ········································································4-45
Turn signal light bulb replacement ································7-78
Tyre specification and pressure label ·······························8-8
Tyres and wheels ····················································7-53, 8-3
Checking tyre inflation pressure ······························7-54
Compact spare tyre replacement ······························7-58
Recommended cold tyre inflation pressures ············7-53
Tyre care ···································································7-53
Tyre maintenance ·····················································7-58
Tyre replacement ······················································7-57
Tyre rotation ·····························································7-55
Tyre sidewall labeling ··············································7-59
Tyre traction ·····························································7-58
Wheel alignment and tyre balance ···························7-56
Wheel replacement ···················································7-58
Vehicle break-in process ··················································1-6
Vehicle certification label ················································8-7
Vehicle handling instructions············································1-6
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ·······························8-7
Vehicle weight ·······························································5-68
Base kerb weight ······················································5-68
Cargo weight ····························································5-68
GAW (Gross axle weight) ········································5-68
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ···························5-68
GVW (Gross vehicle weight) ···································5-68
GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) ·····················5-68
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Washer fluid ···································································7-42
Waste tray, see ashtray ·················································4-107
Warnings and indicators ················································4-49
Weight ············································································5-68
Base kerb weight ······················································5-68
Cargo weight ····························································5-68
GAW (Gross axle weight) ········································5-68
GAWR (Gross axle weight rating) ···························5-68
GVW (Gross vehicle weight) ···································5-68
GVWR (Gross vehicle weight rating) ·····················5-68
Wheel alignment and tyre balance ································7-56
Wheel replacement ························································7-58
Windows ········································································4-22
Auto down window ··················································4-23
Auto up/down window ·············································4-24
Power window lock button ·······································4-25
Windsreen defrosting and defogging ···························4-101
Defogging logic ······················································4-103
Winter driving ································································5-56
Snow tyres ································································5-56
Tyre chains ·······························································5-57
Wiper blades ··································································7-48
Wipers and washers ·······················································4-74
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How to use this manual / 1-2
Fuel requirements / 1-3
Vehicle handling instructions / 1-6
Vehicle break-in process / 1-6
Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster / 1-7
Introduction
Introduction
21
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.
✽✽
NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates interesting or help-
ful information is being provided.
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.
13
Introduction
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.
Leaded (if equipped)
For some countries, your vehicle is
designed to use leaded petrol. When you
are going to use leaded petrol, ask an
authorised KIA dealer whether leaded
petrol in your vehicle is available or not.
Octane Rating of leaded petrol is same
with unleaded one.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
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. (Consult
an authorised KIA dealer for
details.)
Introduction
41
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.
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
quality petrols meet Europe Fuel stan-
dards (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 and New
Zealand)/ 5,000km (Except Europe and
New Zealand). 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.
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.)
CAUTION
Never use gasohol which contains
methanol. Discontinue use of any
gasohol product which impairs dri-
vability.
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Introduction
Diesel engine
Diesel fuel
It is strongly recommended that diesel
engine is operated on commercially
available diesel fuel that complying with
EN 590 or comparable standard. (EN
stands for "European Norm"). Do not use
marine diesel fuel, heating oils, or non-
approved fuel additives, 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 limitation 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 restart.
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.
CAUTION
• Do not let any petrol or water
enter the tank. This would make it
necessary to drain it out and to
bleed the lines to avoid jamming
the injection pump and damaging
the engine.
• In winter, in order to cut down
incidents due to freezing, paraffin
oil may be added to the fuel if the
temperature drops below -10°C
(14°F). Never use more than 20%
paraffin oil.
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 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.
Introduction
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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.
As with other vehicles of this type, failure
to operate this vehicle correctly may
result in loss of control, an accident or
vehicle rollover.
Specific design characteristics (higher
ground clearance, track, etc.) give this
vehicle a higher centre of gravity than
other types of vehicles. In other words
they are not designed for cornering at the
same speeds as conventional 2-wheel
drive vehicles. Avoid sharp turns or
abrupt manoeuvres. Again, failure to
operate this vehicle correctly may result
in loss of control, an accident or vehicle
rollover. Be sure to read the “Reducing
the risk of a rollover” driving guide-
lines, in section 5 of this manual.
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) within
3,000 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 PROCESSVEHICLE HANDLING
INSTRUCTIONS
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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