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Driving your vehicle – KIA Rio_Rio5 2005 User Manual

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Driving Your Vehicle

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Low Brake Fluid Level Warning

If the warning light remains ON when the parking
brake is released, it may indicate that the brake fluid
level in the reservoir is low.
If the warning light remains ON:
1. Drive to the nearest safe location and carefully stop

your vehicle.

2. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level

immediately and add fluid as required. All brake
components should also be checked immediately
for fluid leaks.

3. If leaks are found, if the warning light remains ON,

or if the brakes do not operate properly, do not
drive the vehicle. Have it towed to an Authorized
Kia Dealer for a brake system inspection and nec-
essary repairs.

To check bulb operation, the warning light illuminates
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

Safety Belt Warning

As a reminder to the driver and passenger, safety belt
warning light will illuminate for approximately 6 sec-
onds each time you turn the ignition switch ON.
If the driver’s lap/shoulder belt is not fastened when
the key is turned ON, a chime sounds for approximate-
ly six seconds and the safety belt warning light illumi-
nates for approximately six seconds. If the system does
not operate as described, see an Authorized Kia Dealer
for assistance.

Air Bag Warning

This warning light will remain ON for approximately
6 seconds each time you turn the ignition switch ON.
If the system does not operate as described or if the
light comes on while the vehicle is being driven, see an
Authorized Kia Dealer for immediate assistance.

Charging System Warning

This warning light indicates a malfunction of either the
generator or electrical charging system.

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WARNING - Brake Warning

Lights

Driving the vehicle with a warning light ON is
dangerous. If the brake warning light remains
ON, have the brakes checked and repaired
immediately.

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