Emission control system
The emission control system of your vehicle is covered by a written limited warranty. Please see the warranty information contained in the Warranty & Consumer Information Manual in your vehicle.
Vehicle modifications
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification of your Kia could affect its performance, safety or durability, may violate governmental safety and emissions regulations, and void the vehicle’s warranty.
In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from any modification may not be covered under warranty.
WARNING - Exhaust
Engine exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide (CO). Though colorless
and odorless, it is dangerous
and could be lethal if inhaled.
Follow the instructions following to avoid CO poisoning.
Engine exhaust gas precautions
(carbon monoxide)
• Carbon monoxide can be present with
other exhaust fumes. Therefore, if you
smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside
your vehicle, have it inspected and
repaired immediately. If you ever suspect
exhaust fumes are coming into
your vehicle, drive it only with all the
windows fully open. Have your vehicle
checked and repaired immediately.
• Do not operate the engine in confined or closed areas (such as garages) any more than what is necessary to move the vehicle in or out of the area.
• When the vehicle is stopped in an open area for more than a short time with the engine running, adjust the ventilation system (as needed) to draw outside air into the vehicle.
• Never sit in a parked or stopped vehicle for any extended time with the engine running.
• When the engine stalls or fails to start, excessive attempts to re-start the engine may cause damage to the emission control system.
WARNING - Fire
A hot exhaust system can ignite
flammable items under your vehicle.
Do not park, idle or drive the vehicle over or near flammable objects, such as grass, vegetation, paper, leaves, etc.
Operating precautions for catalytic
converters
Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter emission control device.
Therefore, the following precautions
must be observed:
• Use only UNLEADED FUEL for gasoline
engine (unleaded).
• Do not operate the vehicle when there are signs of engine malfunction, such as misfire or a noticeable loss of performance.
• Do not misuse or abuse the engine.
Examples of misuse are coasting with the ignition off and descending steep grades in gear with the ignition off.
• Do not operate the engine at high idle speed for extended periods (5 minutes or more).
• Do not modify or tamper with any part of the engine or emission control system.
All inspections and adjustments must be made by an authorized Kia dealer.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in damage to the catalytic converter and to your vehicle.
Additionally, such actions could void your warranties.
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