What to do in an emergency
IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START
2.
When the car is stopped, turn on your
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emergency hazard flashers, set the If engine doesn't turn over or
parking brake and put the transaxle in turns over slowly
P (automatic transaxle) or reverse
If engine turns over normally but
does not start
1. Check fuel level.
2. With the ignition switch in the OFF
position, check all connectors at igni-
tion, coil and spark plugs. Reconnect
any that may be disconnected or
loose.
3. Check the fuel line in the engine com-
partment.
1.
If your car has an automatic transaxle,
be sure the gear selector lever is in N
(Neutral) or P (Park) and the emer-
gency brake is set.
(manual transaxle).
3.
4.
Have all passengers get out of the car.
Be sure they all get out on the side of
the car that is away from traffic.
When changing a flat tire, follow the
instruction provided later in this sec-
tion.
2.
3.
Check the battery connections to be
sure they are clean and tight.
Turn on the interior light. If the light
dims or goes out when you operate the
starter, the battery is discharged.
4. If the engine still does not start, call an
authorized KIA dealer or seek other
qualified assistance.
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If engine stalls while driving
4. Check the starter connections to be
sure they are securely tightened.
1.
Reduce your speed gradually, keeping
a straight line. Move cautiously off the
road to a safe place.
5. Do not push or pull the vehicle to start
it. See instructions for "Jump starting".
2.
3.
Turn on your emergency flashers.
WARNING
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, do not
push or pull the car to start it. This
could result in a collision or cause
other damage. In addition, push or
pull starting may cause the catalyt-
ic converter to be overloaded and
create a fire hazard.
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| Categories | Kia Magentis Manuals, Kia Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2009 |
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