Kia Rio: Driving your vehicle
Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose. If you hear a change in the sound of the exhaust or if you drive over something that strikes the underneath side of the vehicle, have the exhaust system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING - Engine exhaust
Do not inhale exhaust fumes or leave your engine running in an enclosed area for a prolonged time.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness and death by asphyxiation.
WARNING - Open trunk/liftgate
Do not drive with the trunk/liftgate open.
Poisonous exhaust gases can enter the passenger compartment. If you must drive with the trunk/liftgate open proceed as follows:
1.Close all windows.
2.Open side vents.
3.Set the air intake control at “Fresh”, the air flow control at “Floor” or “Face” and the fan at the highest speed.
- Before driving
- Key positions
- Engine start/stop button
- Starting the engine
- Manual transmission
- Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)
- Brake system
- Parking brake
- Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Hill-start assist control (HAC)
- Vehicle stability management (VSM)
- Good braking practices
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system (Radar type)
- System setting and activation
- FCA system warning message and system control
- Brake operation
- FCA system front radar sensor
- System malfunction
- Limitation of the system
- Cruise Control system
- Cruise control switch
- To set cruise control speed
- To increase and decrease cruise control set speed
- To cancel cruise control, do one of the following
- To resume cruising speed at more than approximately 30 km/h (20 mph)
- To turn cruise control off, do one of the following
- Sport mode integrated control system
- Economical operation
- Special driving conditions
- Winter driving
- Vehicle load limit
- Vehicle weight
Covering shelf (for 5 Door)
Use the cover to hide items stored in the cargo area.
The covering shelf will be lifted when the liftgate is opened. Disconnect the
strap (1) from holder if you want to return the cover to origin ...
Before driving
Before entering vehicle
Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure th ...
Other information:
Kia Rio 2017-2023 YB Owners Manual: Special driving conditions
Hazardous driving conditions When hazardous driving conditions are encountered such as water, snow, ice, mud, sand, or similar hazards, follow these suggestions: Drive cautiously and allow extra distance for braking. Avoid sudden braking or steering. When braking with non-ABS brakes, pump ...
Kia Rio 2017-2023 YB Owners Manual: Placing a passenger seat belt into the auto lock mode
The auto lock mode will help prevent the normal movement of the child in the vehicle from causing the seat belt to loosen and compromise the child restraint system. To secure a child restraint system, use the following procedure. To install a child restraint system on the outboard or center ...
