2006 Kia Rio Owners Manual

In case of an emergency
EMERGENCY STARTING
Jump starting
4.
The   coolant   level  should   then   be
checked. If the level  in the reservoir is
low, look for leaks at the radiator hoses
and  connections,  heater   hoses  and
WARNING - Battery
Jump starting  can be dangerous if  done
incorrectly. Therefore,  to  avoid  harm  to
yourself  or  damage  to  your  vehicle  or
battery,  follow  the jump  starting  proce-
dures.  If  in  doubt,  we  strongly  recom-
mend that you have  a competent techni-
cian  or  towing  service  jump  start  your
vehicle.
Keep  all  flames  or  sparks away
from the  battery. The battery pro-
duces  hydrogen  gas which  may
explode  if  exposed  to   flame  or
sparks.
•  Do  not attempt to  jump start  the
vehicle  if the  discharged  battery
is frozen or if the  electrolyte level
is low; the battery may rupture  or
explode.
connections,
radiator,
and
water
pump. If you find a major leak or anoth-
er problem  that may have  caused the
engine to overheat, do not operate the
engine until it has been corrected. Call
an  authorized   Kia  dealer  for   assis-
tance. If you do not find a leak or other
problem,  carefully add  coolant to  the
reservoir.
NOTICE
Use only  a  12-volt jumper  system. 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 batter-
ies in series or a 24-volt motor generator
set).
WARNING - Removing
radiator cap
Do  not   remove  the   radiator   cap
when  the  engine  and  radiator are
hot. Scalding hot coolant and steam
may blow  out under pressure. This
could cause serious injury.
WARNING - Battery
Never  attempt  to  check   the  elec-
trolyte  level  of the  battery  as  this
may cause the battery to rupture  or
explode causing serious injury.
If the  engine frequently  overheats, have
the cooling system checked and repaired
by an authorized Kia dealer.
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CategoriesKia Manuals, Kia Rio Manuals
Model Year2006
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