2022 Kia Rio Owner’s Manual

The 2022 Kia Rio is a great example of forward-thinking car engineering because it combines technology, efficiency, and new ideas into a small package. This special small car has a striking design on the outside that draws attention and hints at the high-tech features inside. Kia’s commitment to eco-friendly transportation is shown in the 2022 Rio, which comes with a variety of engines that are built for the best performance and fuel economy. Its modern infotainment features and ways to connect to other devices make its interior a seamless blend of ease and comfort. This versatile urban companion moves through busy city streets with ease and quick handling. It’s the right mix of style, substance, and adaptability to city life. The 2022 Kia Rio changes what a small car can be, making a new way for people who want a smart and exciting driving experience without having to give up anything.

Driving your vehicle

SPORT MODE INTEGRATED CONTROL SYSTEM

SPORT mode
The sport mode may be selected according to the driver’s preference or road condition.
The mode changes whenever the SPORT MODE button is pressed.
When normal mode is selected, it is not displayed on the cluster.

SPORT mode focuses on dynamic driving by automatically adjusting the steering effort, engine and transmission system.

• When the SPORT MODE button is pressed, the SPORT indicator (yellow or white) will illuminate.
• If the system is activated:
• While holding vehicle speed, it maintains the gear and RPM for some time even though the accelerator pedal is not depressed.
• Up-shifting is delayed.
• When the SPORT mode is activated, and the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button is turned off and on, it will change to NORMAL mode. To turn on the SPORT mode, press the SPORT MODE button again.

FORWARD COLLISION-AVOIDANCE ASSIST (FCA) (IF EQUIPPED)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is designed to detect and monitor a vehicle ahead or detect a pedestrian in the roadway through front view camera recognition to warn the driv-er that a collision is imminent, and if necessary, apply emergency braking.

WARNING
Take the following precautions when using Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist :

• This function is only a supple-mental function and it is not intended to, or does it replace the need for extreme care and attention of the driver. The sensing range and objects detectable by the sensors are limited. Pay attention to the road conditions at all times.
• NEVER drive too fast in accordance with the road condi-tions or while cornering.
• Always drive cautiously to prevent unexpected and sudden situations from occurring. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist does not stop the vehicle completely and does not avoid all colli-sions due to function limitations.

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist settings
Setting features
Forward Safety
The driver can activate Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist by placing the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position and by selecting on ‘User Settings → Driver Assistance → Forward Safety’.

• If you select “Active Assist”, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist activates. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist produces warning messages and warning alarms in accordance with the collision risk levels. Also, it controls the brakes in accordance with the collision risk levels.
• If you select “Warning Only”, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist activates and produces only warn-ing alarms in accordance with the collision risk levels.You should con-trol the brake directly because Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist do not control the brake.
• If you select “Off”, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist deactivates.
  The warning light illuminates on the LCD display when you cancel Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. The driver can monitor the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist ON/OFF status on the LCD display. Also, the warning light illuminates when the ESC (Electronic Stability Control) is turned
  off (Traction & Stability control disabled.).
  When the warning light remains ON with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist activated, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Warning Timing
The driver can select the initial warn-ing activation time in the User Settings in the instrument cluster LCD display.
The options for the initial Forward Collision Warning include the follow-ing:

• Normal: When this condition is selected, the initial Forward Collision Warning is activated normally.
• Late: When this condition is select-ed, the initial Forward Collision Warning is activated later than nor-mal. This setting reduces the amount of distance between the vehicle or pedestrian ahead before the initial warning occurs. Select this condition only when traffic is light, and you are driving slowly.

Prerequisite for activation
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist will activate when Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is selected on the LCD display, and when the following prerequisites are satisfied:

• The ESC (Electronic Stability Control) is activated.
• When Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist recognizes a vehicle or the pedestrian in front.

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist warning message and function control
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist produces warning messages, warning alarms, and emergency braking based on the level of risk of a frontal collision, such as when a vehicle ahead suddenly brakes, or when the function detects that a collision with a pedestrian is imminent.
The driver can select the initial warning activation time in the User Settings in the LCD display. The options for the initial Forward Collision Warning include Normal or Late initial warning time.

What to do in an emergency

ROAD WARNING

Hazard warning flasher
The hazard warning flasher serves as a warning to other drivers to exercise extreme caution when approaching, overtaking, or passing your vehicle.
It should be used whenever emer-gency repairs are being made or when the vehicle is stopped near the edge of a roadway.
Depress the flasher switch with the ignition switch in any position. The flasher switch is located in the center console switch panel. All turn signal lights will flash simultaneously.

• The hazard warning flasher operates whether your vehicle is running or not.
• The turn signals do not work when the hazard flasher is on.
• Care must be taken when using the hazard warning flasher while the vehicle is being towed.

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY WHILE DRIVING
If the engine stalls at a cross-road or crossing
If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing set the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position and then push the vehicle to a safe place.

If you have a flat tire while driving
If a tire goes flat while you are driv-ing:

1. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and let the vehicle slow down while driving straight ahead. Do not apply the brakes immediately or attempt to pull off the road as this may cause a loss of con-trol. When the vehicle has slowed down to such a speed that it is safe to do so, brake carefully and pull off the road. Drive off the road as far as possible and park on a firm level ground. If you are on a divided highway, do not park in the median area between the two traffic lanes.
2. When the vehicle is stopped, turn on your emergency hazard flashers, set the parking brake and put the transmission in P (Intelligent Variable Transmission) or reverse (Manual Transmission).
3. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle. Be sure they all get out on the side of the vehicle that is away from traffic.
4. When changing a flat tire, follow the instruction provided later in this section.

If engine stalls while driving

1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Try to start the engine again. If your vehicle will not start, contact an authorized Kia dealer or seek other qualified assistance.

IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START
If the engine doesn’t turn over or turns over slowly

1. If your vehicle has an intelligent variable transmission, be sure the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and the emergency brake is set.
2. Check the battery connections to be sure they are clean and tight.
3. Turn on the interior light. If the light dims or goes out when you oper-ate the starter, the battery is dis-charged.
4. Check the starter connections to be sure they are securely tightened.
5. Do not push or pull the vehicle to start it. See instructions for “Jump starting”.

If engine turns over normally but does not start 

1. Check fuel level.
2. With the ignition switch in the LOCK position, check all connectors at the ignition coil and spark plugs. Reconnect any that may be disconnected or loose.
3. Check the fuel line in the engine compartment.
4. If the engine still does not start, call an authorized Kia dealer or seek other qualified assistance.

EMERGENCY STARTING
Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in reverse order.

Jump starting
Jump starting can be dangerous if done incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your vehicle or battery, follow these jump-starting procedures. If in doubt, we strongly recommend that you have a competent technician or towing service jump-start your vehicle.

CAUTION – 12 volt battery 
Use only a 12-volt jumper sys-tem. You can damage a 12-volt starting motor, ignition system, and other electrical parts beyond repair by use of a 24-volt power supply (either two 12-volt batteries in series or a 24-volt motor generator set).

WARNING – Battery Never attempt to check the electrolyte level of the battery as this may cause the battery to rupture or explode.

Jump starting procedure

1. Make sure the booster battery is 12- volt and that its negative terminal is grounded.
2. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, do not allow the vehicles to come in contact.
3. Turn off all unnecessary electrical loads.
4. Connect the jumper cables in the exact sequence shown in the illustration. First connect one end of a jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery (1), then connect the other end to the positive terminal of the booster battery (2).
   Proceed to connect one end of the other jumper cable to the negative terminal of the booster battery (3), then the other end to a solid, stationary, metallic point (for example, the engine lifting bracket) away from the battery (4). Do not connect it to or near any part that moves when the engine is cranked.
   Do not allow the jumper cables to contact anything except the correct battery terminals or the correct ground. Do not lean over the battery when making connections.
5. Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and let it run at 2,000 rpm, then start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery.

Push-starting
Your manual transmission-equipped vehicle should not be push-started because it might damage the emission control system.
Vehicles equipped with intelligent variable transmission cannot be push-started.
Follow the directions in this section for jump-starting.

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