2018 Kia RIO Owner’s Manual

The 2018 Kia Rio is a standout in the subcompact car category because it blends a small size with a lively performance. With its smooth lines and fine details, the Rio looks both stylish and sporty, which is surprising given how cheap it is. Under the hood is an efficient engine that gets great gas mileage without sacrificing the car’s ability to handle quickly. Inside, the 2018 Rio’s cabin is surprisingly roomy and well-equipped. It’s full of new technology and easy-to-use features that make the ride more comfortable and help you stay connected. The 2018 Kia Rio is a great choice for city dwellers and drivers on a budget who want both style and substance. It has an affordable price, good safety scores, and a promise to deliver a fun driving experience.

Cruise Control System

The cruise control system allows you to program the vehicle to maintain a constant speed without depressing the accelerator pedal.
This system is designed to function above approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
If the cruise control is left on,(CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminated) the cruise control can be switched on accidentally. Keep the cruise control system off (CRUISE indicator light OFF) when the cruise control is not in use, to avoid inadvertently setting a speed.
Use the cruise control system only when traveling on open highways in good weather.
Do not use the cruise control when driving in heavy or varying traffic, or on slippery (rainy, icy or snow-cov-ered) or winding roads or over 6% up-hill or down-hill roads.

NOTICE
During normal cruise control operation, when the SET switch is activated or reactivated after applying the brakes, the cruise control will energize after approximately 3 seconds. This delay is normal.
To activate cruise control, depress the brake pedal at least once after turning the ignition switch to the ON position or starting the engine. This is to check if the brake switch which is an important part to cancel cruise control is in normal condition.

Cruise control switch
CRUISE: Turns cruise control system on or off.
CANCEL Cancels cruise control operation.
RES+: Resumes or increases cruise control speed.
SET-: Sets or decreases cruise control speed.

To set cruise control speed:

1. Press the CRUISE button on the steering wheel to turn the system on. The CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed, which must be more than 20 mph (30 km/h).
   NOTICE – Manual transaxle
   For manual transaxle vehicles, you should depress the brake pedal at least once to set the cruise control after starting the engine.
3. Move the lever down (to SET-), and release it at the desired speed. The SET indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. Release the accelerator pedal at the same time. The desired speed will automatically be maintained.
   On a steep grade, the vehicle may slow down or speed up slightly while going uphill or downhill.

To increase cruise control set speed:

• Move the lever up (to RES+) and hold it. Your vehicle will accelerate. Release the lever at the speed you want.
• Move the lever up (to RES+) and release it immediately.
  The cruising speed will increase by 1 mph (or 2km/h) each time you move the lever up (to RES+) in this manner.

To decrease the cruising speed:
Follow either of these procedures:

• Move the lever down (to SET-) and hold it. Your vehicle will gradually slow down. Release the lever at the speed you want to maintain.
• Move the lever down (to SET-) and release it immediately.
  The cruising speed will decrease by 1 mph (2 km/h) each time you move the lever down (to SET-) in this manner.

To temporarily accelerate with the cruise control on:
If you want to speed up temporarily when the cruise control is on, depress the accelerator pedal. Increased speed will not interfere with cruise control operation or change the set speed.
To return to the set speed, take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

To cancel cruise control, do one of the following:

• Depress the brake pedal.
• Depress the clutch pedal with a manual transaxle.
• Shift into N (Neutral) with an automatic transaxle.
• Press the CANCEL button.
• Decrease the vehicle speed lower than the memory speed by 12 mph (20 km/h).
• Decrease the vehicle speed to less than approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
  Each of these actions will cancel
  cruise control operation (the SET indicator light in the instrument cluster will go off), but it will not turn the system off. If you wish to resume cruise control operation, move up the lever (to RES+) located on your steering wheel.You will return to your previously preset speed.

To resume cruising speed at more than approximately 20 mph (30 km/h):
If any method other than the CRUISE button was used to cancel cruising speed and the system is still activated, the most recent set speed will automatically resume when you move the lever up (to RES+).
It will not resume, however, if the vehicle speed has dropped below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).

To turn the cruise control off, do one of the following:
Press the CRUISE button (the CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster will go off).
Turn the ignition off.
Both of these actions cancel cruise control operation. If you want to resume cruise control operation, repeat the steps provided in “To set cruise control speed” on the previous page.

ECONOMICAL OPERATION

Your vehicle’s fuel economy depends mainly on your style of driving, where you drive and when you drive.
Each of these factors affects how many miles (kilometers) you can get from a gallon (liter) of fuel.To operate your vehicle as economically as pos-sible, use the following driving sug-gestions to help save money in both fuel and repairs:

• Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a moderate rate. Don’t make “jack-rabbit” starts or full-throttle shifts and maintain a steady cruising speed. Don’t race between stop-lights. Try to adjust your speed to the traffic so you don’t have to change speeds unnecessarily. Avoid heavy traffic whenever possible. Always maintain a safe dis-tance from other vehicles so you can avoid unnecessary braking. This also reduces brake wear.
• Drive at a moderate speed. The faster you drive, the more fuel your vehicle uses. Driving at a moderate speed, especially on the highway, is one of the most effective ways to reduce fuel consumption.
• Don’t “ride” the brake pedal. This can increase fuel consumption and also increase wear on these components. In addition, driving with your foot resting on the brake pedal may cause the brakes to overheat, which reduces their effectiveness and may lead to more serious consequences.
• Take care of your tires. Keep them inflated to the recommended pressure. Incorrect inflation, either too much or too little, results in unnecessary tire wear. Check the tire pressures at least once a month.
• Be sure that the wheels are aligned correctly. Improper alignment can result from hitting curbs or driving too fast over irregular surfaces. Poor alignment causes faster tire wear and may also result in other problems as well as greater fuel consumption.
• Keep your vehicle in good condition. For better fuel economy and reduced maintenance costs, maintain your vehicle in accordance with the maintenance schedule in section 8. If you drive your vehicle in severe conditions, more frequent maintenance is required (see sec-tion 8 for details).
• Keep your vehicle clean. For maximum service, your vehicle should be kept clean and free of corrosive materials. It is especially important that mud, dirt, ice, etc. not be allowed to accumulate on the underside of the vehicle. This extra weight can result in increased fuel consumption and also contribute to corrosion.
• Travel lightly. Don’t carry unnecessary weight in your vehicle. Weight reduces fuel economy.
• Don’t let the engine idle longer than necessary. If you are waiting (and not in traffic), turn off your engine and restart only when you’re ready to go.
• Remember, your vehicle does not require an extended warm-up. After the engine has started, allow the engine to run for 10 to 20 seconds prior to placing the vehicle in gear. In very cold weather, however, give your engine a slightly longer warm-up period.
• Don’t “lug” or “over-rev” the engine. Lugging is driving too slowly in a very high gear resulting in engine bucking. If this happens, shift to a lower gear. Over-revving is racing the engine beyond its safe limit. This can be avoided by shifting at the recommended speed.
• Use your air conditioning sparingly. The air conditioning system is operated by engine power so your fuel economy is reduced when you use it.
• Open windows at high speeds can reduce fuel economy.
• Fuel economy is reduced by cross-winds and headwinds. To help offset some of this loss, slow down when driving in these conditions.
  Keeping a vehicle in good operating condition is important both for economy and safety. Therefore, have an authorized Kia dealer perform scheduled inspections and maintenance.

WARNING – Engine off during motion
Never turn the engine off to coast down hills or anytime the vehicle is in motion. The power steering and power brakes will not function properly without the engine running. In addition, turning off the ignition while driving could engage the steering wheel lock resulting in loss of vehicle steering. Keep the engine on and downshift to an appropriate gear for engine braking effect.

SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS
Hazardous driving conditions
When hazardous driving conditions are encountered such as water, snow, ice, mud, sand, or similar haz-ards, follow these suggestions:

• Drive cautiously and allow extra distance for braking.
• Avoid sudden braking or steering.
• When braking with non-ABS brakes pump the brake pedal with a light up-and-down motion until the vehicle is stopped.
  Do not pump the brake pedal on a vehicle equipped with ABS.
• If stalled in snow, mud, or sand, use second gear. Accelerate slowly to avoid spinning the drive wheels.
• Use sand, rock salt, tire chains, or other non-slip material under the drive wheels to provide traction when stalled in ice, snow, or mud.

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