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:
Description and operation
Description
Continuous Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) system advances or retards the valve
timing of the intake and exhaust valve in accordance with the ECM control signal
which is calculated by the engine speed and load.
By controlling CVVT, the valve ove ...
Opening the fuel filler door
The fuel filler door must be opened from inside the vehicle by pulling up the
fuel filler door opener.
If the fuel filler door does not open because ice has formed around it, tap lightly
or push on the lid to break the ice and release the lid. Do not pry on the l ...