Kia Rio: Hood / Hood open warning
The warning message will appear on the LCD display when hood is open.
The warning chime will operate when the vehicle is being driven at or above 3
km/h (2 mph) with the hood open.
WARNING - Unsecured engine hood
Always double check to be sure that the hood is firmly latched before driving
away. If it is not latched, the hood could fly open while the vehicle is being driven,
causing a total loss of visibility, which might result in an accident.
CAUTION
Before closing the hood, ensure that all obstructions are removed from the
engine compartment and surrounding body sheet metal. Closing the hood with an obstruction
present could result in damage to the engine, sheet metal or the impacted objects.
WARNING
The support rod must be inserted completely into the hole whenever you inspect
the engine compartment. This will prevent the hood from falling and possibly injuring
you.
1. Before closing the hood, check the following:
All filler caps in the engine compartment must be correctly installed.
Gloves, rags or any other combustible material must be removed from the
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Opening the fuel filler door
The fuel filler door must be opened from inside the vehicle by pulling up the
fuel filler door opener.
If the fuel filler door does not open because ice has formed a ...
Other information:
Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Check the condenser fins for clogging and damage. If clogged, clean them
with water, and blow them with compressed air. If bent, gently bend them
using a screwdriver or pliers.
2.
Check the condenser connecti ...
Description and operation
Description
The Seat Belt Pretensioners (BPT) are installed inside Center Pillar (LH & RH).
When a vehicle crashes with a certain degree of frontal impact, the pretensioner
seat belt helps to reduce the severity of injury to the front seat occupants by ...