Kia Cadenza 2014 User Manual

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Kia Cadenza 2014 Specifications

General

Brand	Kia
Model	Cadenza 2014
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Introduction

How to Use This Manual

Fuel Requirements

Details on the type of unleaded fuel required, including considerations for alcohol and MTBE content.

Safety Features of Your Vehicle

Seat

Covers adjustments and features of the driver's, front passenger's, and rear seats for comfort and safety.

Seat Belts

Explains the seat belt restraint system, precautions, warnings, and warning lights for occupant safety.

Child Restraint System

Provides guidelines for properly restraining children, including seat installation and warnings.

Air Bag - Supplemental Restraint System

Details the advanced SRS system, including component functions, operation, and warnings.

Driving Your Vehicle

Before Driving

Essential pre-drive checks and inspections to ensure safe and proper vehicle operation.

Starting the Engine

Detailed instructions for starting the engine using the smart key, including precautions and emergency procedures.

Automatic Transaxle

Brake System

Covers power brakes, parking brake operation, ABS, ESC, and related warnings for safe braking.

Cruise Control System

Smart Cruise Control (SCC) System

Explains the function, operation, limitations, and settings of the smart cruise control system.

Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)

Blind Spot Detection System (BSD)

Vehicle Load Limit

Explains how to determine safe vehicle load limits, including seating capacity and combined weights.

Vehicle Weight

What to Do in an Emergency

Road Warning

Covers the use of hazard warning flashers for signaling caution to other drivers in emergencies.

If You Have a Flat Tire

Provides step-by-step instructions for safely handling a flat tire situation, including jacking and changing procedures.

If the Engine Will Not Start

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine fails to start, covering slow cranking and no-start conditions.

Emergency Starting

Details safe procedures for jump-starting a vehicle using jumper cables, with critical warnings.

If the Engine Overheats

Outlines immediate actions to take if the engine overheats, including checks and cautions.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Explains the TPMS warning indicators, malfunction alerts, and precautions for tire pressure maintenance.

Changing a Tire with TPMS

Provides instructions for changing a tire on a vehicle equipped with TPMS, including sensor care.

Towing

Maintenance

Maintenance Services

Outlines the owner's responsibility for maintenance, including record retention and dealer recommendations.

Owner Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance Service

Details scheduled maintenance services based on normal and severe usage conditions and mileage/time intervals.

Normal Maintenance Schedule

Presents a comprehensive schedule of routine maintenance tasks and their recommended intervals.

Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions

Highlights items requiring more frequent servicing due to severe driving conditions.

Engine Oil

Explains how to check the engine oil level and provides warnings regarding oil replacement.

Engine Coolant

Brake Fluid

Washer Fluid

Parking Brake

Battery

Tires and Wheels

Fuses