Kia Rio: Wipers and washers / Windshield washers (front)
■ Type A
■ Type B
In the OFF position, pull the lever gently toward you to spray washer fluid on
the windshield and to run the wipers 1-3 cycles.
Use this function when the windshield is dirty.
The spray and wiper operation will continue until you release the lever. If the
washer does not work, check the washer fluid level.
If the fluid level is not sufficient, you add appropriate non-abrasive windshield
washer fluid to the washer reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the front of the engine compartment on
the passenger side.
CAUTION - Washer pump
To prevent possible damage to the washer pump, do not operate the washer when
the fluid reservoir is empty.
WARNING - Obscured visibility
Do not use the washer in freezing temperatures without first warming the windshield
with the defrosters; the washer solution could freeze on the windshield and obscure
your vision.
CAUTION - Wiper position
When washing the vehicle, set the wiper switch in the off position to stop
the auto wiper operation. The wiper may operate and be damaged if the switch is
set in the AUTO mode while washing the vehicle.
CAUTION - Wipers & windshields
- To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, do not operate
the wipers when the windshield is dry.
- To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline, kerosene,
paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them.
- To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do not attempt
to move the wipers manually.
Operates as follows when the ignition switch is turned ON.
MIST : For a single wiping cycle, push the lever upward and release it. The wipers
will operate continuously if the lever is held in this ...
■ Type A
■ Type B
The rear window wiper and washer switch is located at the end of the wiper and
washer switch lever. Turn the switch to operate the rear wiper and washer.
ON - Normal wip ...
Other information:
Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) operation
The Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) automatically shifts depending on
speed and accelerator pedal position. The individual speeds are selected automatically,
depending on the position of the shift lever.
For smooth operation, depress ...
Whether the vehicle is stationary or in motion, Manual Mode is selected by pushing
the shift lever from the D (Drive) position into the manual gate. To return to D
(Drive) range operation, push the shift lever back into the main gate.
Manual Mode manages the driving dynamics by automatically ...