Kia Sedona 2020 Seats and Seat Belts User Manual

Introduction

The Kia Sedona 2020 has a spacious and adaptable seating arrangement, making it an excellent choice for busy families. With seating for up to eight passengers, this minivan has plenty of space to accommodate everyone comfortably. Each seat is meticulously designed, with plush cushioning and ergonomic support to ensure a smooth and enjoyable ride, regardless of distance. The Kia Sedona 2020 is all about versatility. The second-row seats are easily adjustable and foldable, allowing for easy access to the third-row seats or creating extra cargo space as needed. This adaptability allows you to customize the interior to meet your specific requirements, such as accommodating more passengers or transporting larger items.

In addition to these features, the Kia Sedona 2020 has LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) child safety seat anchors. These anchors make it easier to securely install child seats, providing an extra layer of protection for your children and ensuring their safety throughout the ride. To summarize, the Kia Sedona 2020 seats and seat belts provide an unrivaled level of comfort and safety. This minivan ensures a comfortable and secure journey for every passenger with its spacious and adaptable seating arrangement, advanced safety features, and a dependable seat belt system.

SEATS

Front seat

1. Forward and backward
2. Seatback angle
3. Seat cushion height
4. Lumbar support (Driver’s seat)
5. Driver position memory
6. Headrest
7. Walk-in switch
   2nd / 3rd row seat
8. Forward and backward
9. Seatback angle and folding
10. Walk-in
11. Headrest
12. Armrest
13. Seatback angle and folding
14. Seat sinking
15. Headrest

For SXL package

Front seat

1. Forward and backward
2.  Seatback angle
3. Seat cushion height
4. Lumbar support (Driver’s seat)
5. Driver position memory
6. Headrest
7. Walk-in switch
   2nd / 3rd row seat
8. Forward and backward
9. Left and right
10. Seatback angle and folding
11. Leg support
12. Walk-in
13. Headrest
14. Armrest
15. Seatback angle and folding
16. Seat sinking
17. Headrest

WARNING
Loose objects
Do not place anything in the driver’s foot well or under the front seats. Loose objects in the driver’s foot area could interfere with the operation of the foot pedals.

WARNING
Uprighting seat
Do not press the release lever on a manual seatback without holding and controlling the seatback. The seatback will spring upright possibly impact-ing you or other passengers.

WARNING
Driver responsibility for passengers

The driver must advise the passenger to keep the seatback in an upright position whenever the vehicle is in motion. If a seat is reclined during an accident, the occupant’s hips may slide under the lap portion of the seat belt, applying great force to the unprotected abdomen.

WARNING
Seat cushion
Occupants should never sit on aftermarket seat cushions or sit-ting cushions.
The passenger’s hips may slide under the lap portion of the seat belt during an accident or a sudden stop.

WARNING
Driver’s seat

• Never attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving. This could result in loss of control of your vehicle.
  Do not allow anything to interfere with the normal position of the seatback and seatback adjustment.
  Sit as far back as possible from the steering wheel while still maintaining comfortable control of the your vehicle. A distance of at least 10″ from your chest to the steering wheel is recommended. Failure to do so can result in air bag inflation injuries to the driver.

WARNING
Rear seatbacks
Always lock the rear seatback before driving. Failure to do so could result in passengers or objects being thrown forward injuring vehicle occupants.

WARNING
Luggage and Cargo
Do not stack pile or stack lug-gage or cargo higher than the seatback in the cargo area. In an accident the cargo could strike and injury a passenger. If objects are large, heavy or must be piled, they must be secured in the cargo area.

WARNING
Cargo Area
Do not allow passengers to ride in the cargo area under any circumstance. The cargo area is solely for the purpose of trans-porting luggage or cargo.

WARNING
Unexpected Seat Movement
After adjusting a manual seat, always check that it is locked by shifting your weight to the front and back. Sudden or unexpected movement of the driver’s seat could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.

WARNING
Seat adjustment

• Do not adjust the seat while wearing seat belts. Moving the seat forward will cause strong pressure on the abdomen.
  Do not place your hand near the seat bottom or seat track while adjusting the seat. Your hand could get caught in the seat mechanism.

WARNING
Small Objects

• Use extreme caution when picking small objects trapped under the seats or between the seat and the center console. Your hands might be cut or injured by the sharp edges of the seats mechanism.

WARNING
Seating Position
To reduce the risk of injury in a crash, both drivers and passengers should always sit as far back as possible in the upright position with the seatbelt prop-erly secured.

Feature of Seat Leather

• Leather is made from the outer skin of an animal, which goes through a special process to be available for use. Since it is a natural substance, each part differs in thickness or density.
  Wrinkles may appear as a natural result of stretching and shrinking depending on the temperature and humidity.
  The seat cover is made of stretch-able material to improve comfort of passengers.
  The parts contacting the body are curved and the side supporting area is high which provides driving comfort and stability.
  Wrinkles may appear naturally from usage. It is not a fault of the product.

CAUTION

• Belts with metallic accessories, zippers or keys inside the back pocket may damage the seat fabric.
  Make sure not to wet the seat. It may change the nature of natural leather.
  Jeans or clothes which could bleach may contaminate the surface of the seat covering fabric.

Front seat adjustment – manual Forward and backward

To move the seat forward or backward:

1. Pull the seat slide adjustment lever up and hold it.
2. Slide the seat to the position you desire.
3. Release the lever and make sure the seat is locked in place.

Adjust the seat before driving, and make sure the seat is locked securely by trying to move forward and back-ward without using the lever. If the seat moves, it is not locked properly.

Seatback angle

To recline the seatback:

1. Lean forward slightly and lift up the seatback recline lever.
2. Carefully lean back on the seat and adjust the seatback of the seat to the position you desire.
3. Release the lever and make sure the seatback is locked in place.(The lever MUST return to its original position for the seatback to lock.)

Seat height (for driver’s seat)

To change the height of the seat, push the lever upwards or downwards.

• To lower the seat cushion, push the lever down several times.
  To raise the seat cushion, pull the lever up several times.

Lumbar support (if equipped)

The lumbar support can be adjusted by pressing the lumbar support switch on the side of the seat.

1. Press the front portion of the switch to increase support, or the rear portion of the switch, to decrease support.
2. Release the switch once it reaches the desired position.

Front seat adjustment – power (if equipped)
The front seat can be adjusted by using the control switches located on the outside of the seat cushion. Before driving, adjust the seat to the proper position so you can easily control the steering wheel, pedals and switches on the instrument panel.

WARNING
Unattended children
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle. Children might operate features of the vehicle that could injure them.

CAUTION
Power seat adjustments
The power seating controls function by electronic motor.
Excessive operation may cause damage to the electrical equipment.

CAUTION
Power Seating
Do not operate two or more power seat control switches at the same time. Doing so may damage the power seat motor or electrical components.

When in operation, the power seat-consumes a large amount of electrical power. To prevent unnecessary charging system drain, don’t adjust the power seat longer than necessary while the engine is not running.

Forward and backward

• 
• Push the control switch forward or backward to move the seat to the desired position. Release the switch once the seat reaches the desired position.

Seatback angle

Push the control switch forward or backward to move the seatback to the desired angle. Release the switch once the seat reaches the desired position.

WARNING
NEVER ride with a reclined seat-back when the vehicle is moving. Riding with a reclined seatback increases your chance of serious or fatal injuries in the event of a collision or sudden stop.

Seat height (if equipped)

Pull the front portion of the control switch up to raise or press down to lower the front part of the seat cushion. Pull the rear portion of the control switch up to raise or press down to lower the rear part of the seat cushion. Release the switch once the seat reaches the desired position.

Walk-in Seat (for front passenger seat, if equipped)

The switch is located on the left side of the front passenger’s seatback.

To adjust the position of front passenger’s seat :

• Press the control switch forward (1) or rearward (2) to move the seat to the desired position.
  Press the control switch forward (3) or rearward (4) to move the seat-back to the desired angle.

Do not use these switches while the front passenger seat is occupied.

Lumbar support (for driver’s seat)

The lumbar support can be adjusted by pressing the lumbar support switch on the side of the driver’s seat.

Type A

1. Press the front portion of the switch to increase support, or the rear portion of the switch, to decrease sup-port.
2. Release the switch once it reaches the desired position.

Type B

1. Press the front portion of the switch (1) to increase support, or the rear portion of the switch (2), to decrease support.
2. Move the support position up and down by pressing the switch (3) or (4).
3. Release the switch once the seat reaches the desired position.

Driver position memory system (if equipped, for power seat)

A driver position memory system is provided to store and recall the driver seat and outside rearview mirror position with a simple button operation. By saving the desired position into the system memory, different drivers can reposition the driver seat based upon their driving preference. If the battery is disconnected, the desired seat position memory will need to be re-saved.

WARNING
Never attempt to operate the driver position memory system while the vehicle is moving.
This could result in loss of control, and an accident causing death, serious injury.

Storing positions into memory using the buttons on the door

Storing driver’s seat positions

1. Shift the shift lever into P while the engine start/stop button is ON or ignition switch ON.
2. Adjust the driver’s seat and out-side rearview mirror comfortable for the driver.
3. Press SET button on the control panel. The system will beep once.
4. Press one of the memory buttons (1 or 2) within 4 seconds after pressing the SET button. The system will beep twice when memory has been successfully stored.

NOTICE
When recalling an adjustment memory button while sitting in the vehicle, you can be surprised by the setting chosen if the memory has been adjusted by someone else. If that occurs, immediately push the seat position control knob in the direction of the desired position to stop further undesired movement.

Recalling positions from memory

1. Shift the shift lever into P while the engine start/stop button is ON or ignition switch ON.
2. To recall the position in the memo-ry, press the desired memory but-ton (1 or 2). The system will beep once, then the driver’s seat will automatically adjust to the stored position.

Adjusting the control switch for the driver’s seat while the system is recalling the stored position will cause the movement to stop and move in the direction that the control switch is moved.

Easy access function(if equipped)
The system will move the driver’s seat automatically as follows:

• Without smart key system
  • It will move the driver’s seat rear-ward when the ignition key is removed.
  • It will move the driver’s seat for-ward when the ignition key is inserted.
    With smart key system
  • It will move the driver’s seat rear-ward when the engine start/stop button is changed to the OFF position.
  • It will move the driver’s seat for-ward when the engine start/stop button is changed to the ACC or START position.

You can activate or deactivate this feature. Refer to “User settings” in chapter 4.

Headrest (for front seat)

The driver’s and front passenger’s seats are equipped with a headrest for the occupant’s safety and comfort.
The headrest not only provides comfort for the driver and front passenger, but also helps protect the head and neck in the event of a rear collision.

For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident, the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height of the center of gravity of an occupant’s head. Generally, the center of gravity of most people’s head is similar with the height of the top of their eyes. Also, adjust the headrest as close to your head as possible. For this rea-son, the use of a cushion that holds the body away from the seatback is not recommended.

WARNING
Headrest removal/adjustment

• Do not operate the vehicle with the headrests removed. Headrests can provide critical neck and head support in a crash.
  Do not adjust the headrest height while the vehicle is in motion. Driver may lose control of the vehicle.

Adjusting the height up and down

To raise the headrest, pull it up to the desired position (1). To lower the headrest, push and hold the release button (2) on the  headrest support and lower the headrest to the desired position (3).

CAUTION
Excessive pulling or pushing may damage the headrest.

NOTICE
If you recline the seatback towards the front with the headrest and seat cushion raised, the headrest may come in contact with the sunvisor or other parts of the vehicle.

Removal and reinstallation

Type A

Type B

To remove the headrest:

1. Recline the seatback (2) with the recline lever or switch (1).
2. Raise headrest as far as it can go.
3. Press the headrest release button
   (3) while pulling the headrest up (4).

WARNING
Headrest Removal
NEVER allow anyone to ride in a seat with the headrest removed. Headrests can provide critical neck and head support in a crash.

To reinstall the headrest :

1. Put the headrest poles (2) into the holes while pressing the release button (1).
2. Recline the seatback (4) with the recline lever or switch (3).
3. 3. Adjust the headrest to the appropriate height.

WARNING
Headrest Reinstallation
To reduce the risk of injury to the head or neck, always make sure the headrest is locked into position and adjusted properly after reinstalling.

Seatback pocket

The seatback pocket is provided on the back of the front passenger’s and driver’s seatbacks.

WARNING
Seatback pockets
Do not put heavy or sharp objects in the seatback pockets. In an accident they could come loose from the pocket and injure vehicle occupants.

Rear seat adjustment
Forward and backward (2nd row seat)

To move the seat forward or back-ward:

1. Pull the seat slide adjustment lever up and hold it.
2. Slide the seat to the position you desire.
3. Release the lever and make sure the seat is locked in place.

Adjust the seat before driving, and make sure the seat is locked securely by trying to move forward and back-ward without using the lever. If the seat moves, it is not locked properly.

7-seater SXL Seat
To move the seat inward, first turn the left/right control lever, and then move the seat to the farthest back position.

Left and Right
(2nd row seat, SXL package)

To move the seat left side or right side:

1. Pull the seat slide adjustment lever up and hold it.
2. Slide the seat to the position you desire.
3. Release the lever and make sure the seat is locked in place.

Adjust the seat before driving, and make sure the seat is locked securely by trying to move left side and right side without using the lever. If the seat moves, it is not locked properly.

Seatback angle

2nd row seat for SXL package

To recline the seatback:

1. Pull up the seatback recline lever (for 2nd row outboard seat) or strap (for 2nd row center or 3rd row seat).
2. Hold the lever or strap and adjust the seatback of the seat to the position you desire.
3. Release the lever or strap and make sure the seatback is locked in place. (The lever MUST return to its original position for the seat-back to lock.)

WARNING
NEVER ride with a reclined seat-back when the vehicle is moving. Riding with a reclined seatback increases your chance of serious or fatal injuries in the event of a collision or sudden stop.

Walk-in seat (2nd row seat)

To get in or out of the 3rd row seat :

1. Lift the armrest up and lower the head rest to the lowest position (if necessary).
2. Pull up the walk-in lever (1) or pull the walk-in strap (2) on the 2nd row seat to allow passenger to exit 3rd row seat.
3. At this time, 2nd row seat position will be changed to stand up position, and the head rest will be folded automatically.
   
4. After getting in or out, push the 2nd row seat to the original position until it clicks into place and check the head rest position (unfolded position).
   Make sure that the seat is locked in place.

Walk-in seat (2nd row seat for SXL package)

To get in or out of the 3rd row seat :

1. Lift the armrest up , lower the headrests to the lowest position and slide the seat inside. (if necessary).
2. Pull the walk-in strap (1) or recline lever (2) on the 2nd row seat when the passenger gets in or out of the 3rd row seat.
3. Push the 2nd row seat to forward. After getting out, push the 2nd row seat to the original position until it clicks into place.
   Make sure that the seat is locked in place. In the walk-in position, the front and back sliding function is not fixed.

WARNING
Never attempt to adjust the 2nd row seat while the vehicle is moving or the seat is occupied as the seat may suddenly move and cause the passenger on the seat to be injured.

Leg support
(2nd row seat for SXL package)

To use the leg support :

1. Pull the leg support lever up and hold it.
2. Adjust the angle and length of the leg support while holding the leg support. When using the leg rest, move the seat to the inner position, and then toward the back. If the seat is not moved far back, it may come in contact with the first row seat.
3. Release the lever and make sure the leg support is locked in place.

Folding the rear seat
The rear seatbacks can be folded to facilitate carrying long items or to increase the luggage capacity of the vehicle.

WARNING
Folded down seatback
Never allow passengers sit on top of the folded down seatback while the vehicle is moving .This is not a proper seating position and no seat belts are available for use.
This could result in serious injury or death in case of an accident or sudden stop.

WARNING
Objects
Objects carried on the folded down seatback should not extend higher than the top of the front seatbacks. This could allow cargo to slide forward and cause injury or damage during sudden stops.

2nd row center seat (for 8 passenger vehicle)

3rd row seat

To fold down the rear seatback :

1. Insert the rear seat belt buckle in the pocket between the rear seat-back and cushion, and insert the rear seat belt webbing in the guide to prevent the seat belt from being damaged.
2. Set the front seatback to the upright position and if necessary, slide the front seat forward.
3. Lower the rear headrests to the lowest position
   
4. Pull on the seatback folding lever or strap, then fold the seat toward the front of the vehicle. When you return the seatback to its upright position, always be sure it has locked into position by pushing on the top of the seatback.
5. To use the rear seat, lift and pull the seatback backward by pulling on the folding lever or strap. Pull the seatback firmly until it clicks into place. Make sure the seatback is locked in place.
6. Return the rear seat belt to the proper position.

Removing the tumble seat (for 8 passenger vehicle)

1. Insert the seat belt in the belt assembly cover.
2. Insert the seat belt buckle in the seat cushion pocket.
   
3. Lower the headrest to the lowest position.
4. Slide the seat to the farthest rear-ward.
5. Fold the seat back by pull up the recline strap.
   
6. Pull the removal strap and lift the rear portion of the seat cushion.
7. Pull up the catch release lever under the front of the seat cushion while reclining the folded seat rearward slightly to release the front catches from the anchors.
8. Remove the entire seat from the floor.

Installing the tumble seat (for 8 passenger vehicle)

1. Put the front anchor strikers along the front anchors on the floor.
2. Insert two front anchor strikers into the front anchors.
   
3. Lift the rear portion of the seat cushion then push down firmly to lock the catches into the rear anchors until an audible “click” is heard.
   
4. Make sure the green mark on the rear seat cushion frame is visible and the catches are locked in position by moving the seat for-ward and backward or lifting the front portion of the seat. If the green mark is invisible and the seat moves, it is not locked properly.
5. Pull up the seatback recline strap.
6. Lift and push the seatback back-ward firmly until it clicks into place. Make sure the seatback is locked in place.
7. Return the seat belt to the proper position.

WARNING
Installing or removing the tumble seat

Do not install or remove the tumble (2nd row center) seat, if there are occupants in the 3rd row seats, as this may injure occupants

If the rear catches of the seat are locked into the rear anchors (2) while the front catches are not locked into the front anchors (1), do the following to release the rear catches from the rear anchors.

Pull the removal strap and lift the rear portion of the seat cushion.
Then the rear catches will be released.
Remove the seat while lifting up the rear portion of seat cushion and then reinstall the tumble seat.

Stowing the rear seat 
3rd row seat

The rear seat can be folded and stowed in the luggage compartment to provide additional cargo space.

To stow the rear seat:

1. Lower the headrest to the lowest position. To stow easily, adjust the seatback to upright position. (if necessary)
   
2. Pull up the seat by using the stowing lever.
3. Stow the seat by pushing down firmly.

WARNING
Make sure there is no body or object around the seat and be careful not to injure your hands or body under the seat or in the moving parts when stowing or reinstalling the seat.

CAUTION
To stow 3rd row seat

Do not stow the 3rd row seat when the seat back is folded down. It may damage the 3rd seat mechanism.

To use the rear seat:

1. Lift the seat by pulling up the stowing lever.
   
2. Release the lever and push the seat forward firmly until it clicks into place to insert the catches into the anchors.
   NOTICE
   Do not push down the upper part of the seatback when pushing the seat forward. Doing so can prevent the catches from being locked in position.
   
3. Make sure the catches are locked in position by moving the seat for-ward and backward or lifting the front portion of the seat. If the seat moves, it is not locked properly.
   
4. Pull out and hold the folding strap.
5. Hold the seat back when you adjust the seat back angle until it clicks into place and then release the folding strap.
   Make sure the seatback is locked in place.
6. Return the rear seat belt to the proper position.

WARNING
Cargo
Do not place heavy objects in the rear seats, since they can-not be properly secured and may hit vehicle occupants in a frontal collision.

CAUTION
When you fold the rear (2nd and/or 3rd row) seatback, insert the buckle in the pocket between the rear seatback and cushion. Doing so can prevent the buckle from being damaged by the rear seatback.
When returning the rear (2nd and/or 3rd row) seatbacks to the upright position, remember to return the rear shoulder belts to their proper position. Routing the seat belt webbing through the rear seat belt guides will
help keep the belts from being trapped behind or under the  seats.
Make sure the engine is off, the automatic transmission is in P (Park) and the parking brake is securely applied whenever loading or unloading cargo. Failure to take these steps may allow the vehicle to move if the shift lever is inadvertently moved to another position.

WARNING
3rd row seat
3rd row occupants should always remain in the center of the seat cushion so the occupants head is protected by the headrest.
If not, the liftgate may hit the occupant’s head, which could cause injury.

Armrest (2nd row seat)

The 2nd row seats have the armrest located on the side of seatback.

Type A
To use the armrest, swing down the armrest to the lowest position.

Type B
To use the armrest, press the release button (1) on the armrest and adjust the angle to the desired position. And then release the button (1).

Seatback pocket (for SXL package)

The seatback pocket is provided on the back of the 2nd row outboard seatbacks.

WARNING
Seatback pockets
Do not put heavy or sharp objects in the seatback pockets. In an accident they could come loose from the pocket and injure vehicle occupants.

WARNING
Unless the driver’s position is properly set according to the driver’s physical figure, do not fold the rear seat. It may increase bodily injuries in a sudden stop or collision.

Headrest (for rear seat)

The rear seat(s) is equipped with headrests in all the seating positions for the occupant’s safety and comfort.
The headrest not only provides com-fort for passengers, but also helps protect the head and neck in the event of a collision.

For maximum effectiveness in case of an accident, the headrest should be adjusted so the middle of the headrest is at the same height as the center of gravity of an occupant’s head.
Generally, the center of gravity of most people’s head is similar with the height of the top of their eyes.
Also adjust the headrest as close to your head as possible. For this rea-son, the use of a cushion that holds the body away from the seatback is not recommended.

Adjusting the height up and down

2nd row outboard

2nd row center (if equipped)

2nd row for SXL package

2nd row for SXL package

1. Stow the seat by pushing down firmly.

To raise the headrest :

1. Pull it up to the desired position (1).

To lower the headrest :

1. Push and hold the release button
   (2) on the headrest support
2. Lower the headrest to the desired position (3).

Removal and reinstallation

To remove the headrest :

1. Raise it as far as it can go then press the release button (1) while pulling the headrest up (2).

To reinstall the headrest :

1. Put the headrest poles (3) into the holes while pressing the release button (1).
2. Adjust it to the appropriate height.

After installing the headrest, make sure that it is installed in the right direction.
A headrest installed reversely could increase whiplash injury during rear impact.

CAUTION
Auto-folding headrest
Do not remove the headrest in vehicles equipped with the second row auto-folding function. The cable may become dislocated or damaged when the head-rest is removed, and may lead to auto-folding function failure.

CAUTION
Auto-folding headrest
Do not remove the headrest in vehicles equipped with the second row auto-folding function. The cable may become dislocated or damaged when the head-rest is removed, and may lead to auto-folding function failure.

WARNING 
Headrest Removal
NEVER allow anyone to ride in a seat with the headrest removed. Headrests can provide critical neck and head support in a crash.

2nd row outboard headrest

The headrest will fold down automat-ically when the seat is in the walk in potion.
Always be sure the headrest has locked into position after you return the seatback.

Forward and backward adjustment (2nd row seat for SXL package)

The headrest may be adjusted for-ward or backward by pulling the lower part of the headrest forward or backward to the desired detent in the direction of the arrow. Adjust the headrest so that it properly supports the head and neck.

Wing-out
(2nd row seat for SXL package)

For rear outboard passenger’s com-fort, the ends of the headrest can be adjusted inward.

SEAT BELTS
Seat belt restraint system
WARNING
Twisted seat belt
Make sure your seat belt is not twisted when worn. A twisted seat belt may not properly protect you in an accident and could even cut into your body.

WARNING
Shoulder Belt

• Never wear the shoulder belt under your arm or behind your back. An improperly positioned shoulder belt can-not protect the occupant in a crash.
  Always wear both the shoulder portion and lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt.

WARNING
Damaged seat belt
Replace the entire seat belt assembly if any part of the web bing or hardware is damaged as you can no longer be sure that a damaged seat belt will provide protection in a crash.

Seat belts are designed to bear upon the bony structure of the body, and should be worn low across the front of the pelvis, chest and shoulders, as applicable; wearing the lap section of the belt across the abdominal area must be avoided.
Seat belts should be adjusted as firmly as possible, consistent with comfort, to provide the protection for which they have been designed.
A slack belt will greatly reduce the protection afforded to the wearer.

Care should be taken to avoid contamination of the webbing with polishes, oils and chemicals, and particularly battery acid. Cleaning may safely be carried out using mild soap and water. The belt should be replaced if webbing becomes frayed, contaminated or damaged.

• For maximum restraint system protection, the seat belts must always be used whenever the vehicle is moving. A properly positioned shoulder belt should be positioned midway over your shoulder across your collarbone.
  Never allow children to ride in the front passenger seat. See child restraint system section for further discussion.
• No modifications or additions should be made by the user which will either prevent the seat belt adjusting devices from operating to remove slack, or prevent the seat belt assembly from being adjusted to remove slack.
• When you fasten the seat belt, be careful not to latch the seat belt in buckles of other seat. It’s very dan-gerous and you may not be pro-tected by the seat belt properly. Do not unfasten the seat belt and do not fasten and unfasten the seat belt repeatedly while driving. This could result in loss of control, and an accident causing death, serious injury, or property damage.
• When fastening the seat belt, make sure that the seat belt does not pass over objects that are hard or can break easily.

WARNING
Seat belt
buckle Do not allow foreign material (gum, crumbs, coins, etc.) to obstruct the seat belt buckle. This may prevent the seat belt from fastening securely.

Seat belt warning (for driver’s seat)

The driver’s seat belt warning light and chime will activate pursuant to the following table when the ignition switch is in “ON” position.

Conditions		Warning Pattern
Seat Belt	Vehicle   Speed	Light-Blink	Chime-   Sound
Unbuckled		6 seconds
Buckled		6 seconds	None
Buckled ® Unbuckled	Below 3 mph   (5 km/h)	6 seconds	None
	3 mph~   6 mph	6 seconds
	Above 6 mph   (10 km/h)	6 sec. on / 24 sec. off   (11 times)
	Above 6 mph   (10 km/h)	6 seconds *1
Unbuckled	¯	¯
	Below 3 mph   (5 km/h)	Stop *2

• Warning pattern repeats 11 times with an interval of 24 seconds. If the driver’s seat belt is buckled, the light will stop within 6 seconds and chime will stop immediately.
  The light will stop within 6 seconds and chime will stop immediately.

Seat belt warning (for front passenger’s seat)

The front passenger’s seat belt warning light will activate to the following table when the ignition switch is in “ON” position.

Conditions		Warning Pattern
Seat Belt	Vehicle Speed	Light-Blink
Unbuckled		6 seconds
Unbuckled	Above 6 mph (10 km/h)	Continuously
Buckled		6 seconds
Buckled ® Unbuckled	Above 6 mph   (10 km/h)	Continuously *1
	Below 6 mph (10 km/h)	None

• The seat belt warning light will go off if the vehicle speed decreases below 3 mph (5 km/h). If the vehicle speed increases above 3 mph (5 km/h), the warning light will blink again.
• You can find the front passenger’s seat belt warning light on the center fascia panel.
  Even if the front passenger seat is not occupied, the seat belt warning light will blink for 6 seconds.
• The seat belt warning light can blink when a briefcase or purse is placed on the front passenger seat.

Riding in an improper position adversely affects the front passenger’s seat belt warning system. It is important for the driver to instruct the passenger as to the proper seating instructions as contained in this manual.

WARNING
You should place the lap belt portion as low as possible and snugly across your hips, not on your waist. If the lap belt is located too high on your waist, it may increase the chance of injury in the event of a collision. Both arms should not be under or over the belt. Rather, one should be over and the other under, as shown in the illustration.
Never wear the seat belt under the arm near the door.

Seat belt – Driver’s 3-point system with emergency locking retractor

To fasten your seat belt:
To fasten your seat belt, pull it out of the retractor and insert the metal tab (1) into the buckle (2). There will be an audible “click” when the tab locks into the buckle.

The seat belt automatically adjusts to the proper length only after the lap belt portion is adjusted manually so that it fits snugly around your hips. If you lean forward in a slow, easy motion, the belt will extend and let you move around. If there is a sudden stop or impact, however, the belt will lock into position. It will also lock if you try to lean forward too quickly.

NOTICE
If you are not able to pull out the seat belt from the retractor, firmly pull the belt out and release it. Then you will be able to pull the belt out smoothly.

Height adjustment
You can adjust the height of the shoulder belt anchor to one of the 3 positions for maximum comfort and safety.
The height of the adjusting seat belt should not be too close to your neck. The shoulder portion should be adjusted so that it lies across your chest and midway over your shoulder near the door and not your neck.

To adjust the height of the seat belt anchor, lower or raise the height adjuster into an appropriate position.
To raise the height adjuster, pull it up (1). To lower it, push it down (3) while pressing the height adjuster button (2).
Release the button to lock the anchor into position. Try sliding the height adjuster to make sure that it has locked into position.
Improperly positioned seat belts can cause serious injuries in an accident.

WARNING
Shoulder belt positioning
Never position the shoulder belt across your neck or face.

WARNING
Seat belt replacement
Replace your seat belts after being in an accident. Failure to replace seat belts after an accident could leave you with dam-aged seat belts that will not provide protection in the event of another collision.

Seat belts – Front passenger and rear seat 3-point system with combination locking retractor
To fasten your seat belt:
Combination retractor type seat belts are installed in the rear seat positions to help accommodate the installation of child restraint systems. Although a combination retractor is also installed in the front passenger seat position, it is strongly recommended that children always be seated in the rear seat. NEVER place any infant restraint system in the front seat of the vehicle.
This type of seat belt combines the features of both an emergency locking retractor seat belt and an automatic locking retractor seat belt. To fasten your seat belt, pull it out of the retractor and insert the metal tab into the buckle. There will be an audible “click” when the tab locks into the buckle. When not securing a child restraint, the seat belt operates in the same way as the driver’s seat belt (Emergency Locking Retractor Type).

It automatically adjusts to the proper length only after the lap belt portion of the seat belt is adjusted manually so that it fits snugly around your hips.
When the seat belt is fully extended from the retractor to allow the installation of a child restraint system, the seat belt operation changes to allow the belt to retract, but not to extend (Automatic Locking Retractor Type). Refer to “Using a child restraint system” in this section.

NOTICE
Although the combination retractor provides the same level of protection for seated passengers in either emergency or automatic locking modes, have the seated passengers use the emergency locking feature for improved convenience. The automatic locking function is intended to facilitate child restraint installation. To convert from the automatic locking feature to the emergency locking operation mode, allow the unbuckled seat belt to fully retract.

CAUTION
Do NOT fold down the left portion of the rear seat back when the rear center seat belt is buck-led. ALWAYS UNBUCKLE the rear center seat belt before folding down the left portion of the rear seat back. If the rear center seat belt is buckled when the left portion of the rear seat back is folded down, distortion and damage to the top portion of the seat back and seat belt garnish may result, causing the seat back to lock into the folded down position.

When using the rear center seat belt, the buckle with the “CENTER” mark must be used.

WARNING
Prior to fastening the rear seat belts, ensure the latch matches the seat belt buckle. Forcefully fastening the left or right seat belt to the center buckle can result in an improper fastening scenario that will not protect you in an accident.

To release the seat belt:
The seat belt is released by pressing the release button (1) on the locking buckle. When it is released, the belt should automatically draw back into the retractor.
If this does not happen, check the belt to be sure it is not twisted, then try again.

3 Point rear center belt (for 2nd and/ 3rd center seat, if equipped)

To fasten the rear center belt

1. Pull out the mini tongue from hole on the belt assembly cover (1) and then slowly pull the seat belt out from the retractor.
   
2. Pull out the tongue plate from the holder on the seat belt (2).
3. Insert the mini tongue (A) into the open end of the anchor connector
   (C) until an audible “click” is heard, indicating the latch is locked. Make sure the belt is not twisted.
   
4. Pull the tongue plate (B) and insert the tongue plate (B) into the open end of the buckle (D) until an audible “click” is heard, indicating the latch is locked. Make sure the belt is not twisted.

When using the rear center seat belt, the buckle with the “CENTER” mark must be used.

There will be an audible “click” when the tab locks in the buckle. The seat belt automatically adjusts to the proper length only after the lap belt is adjusted manually so that it fits snug-ly around your hips, if you lean for-ward in a slow, easy motion, the belt will extend and let you move around. If there is a sudden stop or impact, the belt will lock into position. It will also lock if you try to lean forward too quickly.

WARNING
When using the rear seat center belt, you must lock all tongue plates and buckles. If any tongue plate or buckle is not locked, it will increase the chance of injury in the event of collision.

To unfasten the rear center belt

1. Press the release button on thebuckle (D) and remove the tongue plate (B) from the buckle (D).
   
2. To retract the rear center seatbelt, insert the tongue plate or similar small rigid device into the web release hole (C). Pull up on the seat belt web (A) and allow the webbing to retract automatically.
3. Insert the tongue plate into the holder (1) in seat belt and then insert the mini tongue into the hole on the belt assembly cover.

Stowing the rear seat bel

The rear seat belt buckles can be stowed in the pocket between the rear seatback and cushion when not in use.
Routing the seat belt webbing through the rear seat belt guides will help keep the belts from being trapped behind or under the seats.
After inserting the seat belt, tighten the belt webbing by pulling it up.

CAUTION
Remove the seat belt from the guides before using. If you pull on the seat belt when it is stored in the guides, it may damage the guides and/or belt webbing.

Pre-tensioner seat belt

Your vehicle is equipped with driver’s and front passenger’s pre-tensioner seat belts (retractor pretensioner and EFD (Emergency Fastening Device)). The pre-tensioner seat belts may be activated, when a frontal collision is severe enough, together with the air bags.

When the vehicle stops suddenly, or if the occupant tries to lean forward too quickly, the seat belt retractor may lock into position. In certain frontal collisions, the pre-tensioner will activate and pull the seat belt into tighter contact against the occu-pant’s body.

1. Retractor Pretensioner
   The purpose of the retractor pre-tensioner is to make sure that the shoulder belts fit in tightly against the occupant’s upper body in cer-tain frontal collisions.
2. EFD (Emergency Fastening Device) The purpose of the EFD is to make sure that the pelvis belts fit in tightly against the occupant’s lower body in certain frontal collisions.

If the system senses excessive tension on the driver or passenger’s seat belt when the pre-tensioner system activates, the load limiter inside the retractor pre-tensioner will release some of the pressure on the affected seat belt.

1. 
2. SRS air bag warning light
3. Retractor pre-tensioner assembly
4. SRS control module
5. Emergency fastening device (EFD)

WARNING”
Skin Irritation
Wash all exposed skin areas thoroughly after an accident in which the pre-tensioner seat belts were activated. The fine dust from the pre-tensioner activation may cause skin irritation and should not be breathed for prolonged periods.

NOTICE

• Both the driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt pre-tensioner system may be activated not only in certain frontal collision but also in certain side collision or rollover, if the vehicle is equipped with a side or curtain air bag.
  Because the sensor that activates the SRS air bag is connected with the pre-tensioner seat belt, the SRS air bag warning light on the instrument panel will illuminate for approximately 6 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned to the ON position, and then it should turn off.

If the pre-tensioner seat belt system are not working properly, this warning light will illuminate even if there is no malfunction of the SRS air bag. If the SRS air bag warning light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned ON, or if it remains illuminated after illuminating for approximately 6 seconds, or if it illuminates while the vehicle is being driven, have an authorized Kia deal-er inspect the pre-tensioner seat belt and SRS air bag system as soon as possible.

WARNING – Hot pretensioner
Do not touch the pre-tensioner seat belt assemblies for several minutes after they have been activated. When the pretensioner seat belt mechanism fires during a collision the pre-tensioner becomes hot and can burn you.

Pre-tensioners are designed to operate only one time. After activation, pre-tensioner seat belts must be replaced. If the pre-tensioner must be replaced, contact an authorized Kia dealer.

Seat belt precautions Infant or small child
All 50 states have child restraint laws. You should be aware of the specific requirements in your state. Child and/or infant seats must be properly placed and installed in the rear seat. For more information about the use of these restraints, refer to “Child restraint system” in this section.

NOTICE
Small children are best protected from injury in an accident when properly restrained in the rear seat by a child restraint system that meets the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Before buying any child restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. The restraint must be appropriate for your child’s height and weight. Check the label on the child restraint for this information. Refer to “Child restraint system” in this section.

Larger children
Children who are too large for child restraint systems should always occupy the rear seat and use the available lap/shoulder belts. The lap portion should be fastened and snugged on the hips and as low as possible. Check if the belt fits periodically. A child’s squirming could put the belt out of position. Children are given the most safety in the event of an accident when they are restrained by a proper restraint system in the rear seat. If a larger child (over age 13) must be seated in the front seat, the child should be securely restrained by the available lap/shoul-der belt and the seat should be placed in the rearmost position. Children age 13 and under should be restrained securely in the rear seat. NEVER place a child age 13 and under in the front seat. NEVER place a rear facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle.

If the shoulder belt portion slightly touches the child’s neck or face, try placing the child closer to the center of the vehicle. If the shoulder belt still touches their face or neck they need to be returned to a child restraint system.

WARNING
Small children
Do not allow small children to ride in the vehicle without an appropriate child restraint system. If the shoulder belt comes in contact with your child’s neck or face your child is too small to ride in the vehicle. In a crash the seat belt will inflict injury to your child’s neck, throat and face.

Restraint of pregnant women
Pregnant women should wear lap/shoulder belt assemblies when-ever possible according to specific recommendations by their doctors. The lap portion of the belt should be worn AS SECURELY AND LOW AS POSSIBLE.

WARNING
Pregnant women
Pregnant women must never place the lap portion of the seat belt above or on the abdomen where the fetus is located. The force of the seat belt during a collision will crush the fetus.

Injured person
A seat belt should be used when an injured person is being transported. When this is necessary, you should consult a physician for recommendations.

One person per belt
Two people (including children) should never attempt to use a single seat belt. This could increase the severity of injuries in case of an accident.

Do not lie down
To reduce the chance of injuries in the event of an accident and to achieve maximum effectiveness of the restraint system, all passengers should be sitting up and the front and rear seats should be in an upright position when the vehicle is moving. A seat belt cannot provide proper protection if the person is lying down in the rear seat or if the front and rear seats are in a reclined position .Do not

lie down
To reduce the chance of injuries in the event of an accident and to achieve maximum effectiveness of the restraint system, all passengers should be sitting up and the front and rear seats should be in an upright position when the vehicle is moving. A seat belt cannot provide proper protection if the person is lying down in the rear seat or if the front and rear seats are in a reclined position.

• Care of seat belts
  Seat belt systems should never be disassembled or modified. In addition, care should be taken to assure that seat belts and belt hardware are not damaged by seat hinges, doors or other abuse.

WARNING
Pinched seatbelt
Make sure that the webbing and/or buckle does not get caught or pinched in the rear seat when returning the rear seatback to its upright position. A caught or pinched webbing/buckle may become damaged and could fail during a collision or sudden stop.

WARNING
Seatbelts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather. They could burn infants and children.

Periodic inspection
All seat belts should be inspected periodically for wear or damage of any kind. Any damaged parts should be replaced as soon as possible.

Keep belts clean and dry
Seat belts should be kept clean and dry. If belts become dirty, they can be cleaned by using a mild soap solu-tion and warm water. Bleach, dye, strong detergents or abrasives should not be used because they may damage and weaken the fabric.

When to replace seat belts
The entire in-use seat belt assembly or assemblies should be replaced if the vehicle has been involved in an accident. This should be done even if no damage is visible. Additional questions concerning seat belt operation should be directed to an authorized Kia dealer.

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