Kia Carens: Special driving conditions / Hazardous driving conditions
When hazardous driving conditions are encountered such as water, snow, ice, mud,
sand, or similar hazards, follow these suggestions:
- Drive cautiously and allow extra distance for braking.
- Avoid sudden braking or steering.
- When braking with non-ABS brakes pump the brake pedal with a light up-and-down
motion until the vehicle is stopped.
WARNING - ABS
Do not pump the brake pedal on a vehicle equipped with ABS.
- If stalled in snow, mud, or sand, use second gear. Accelerate slowly to
avoid spinning the drive wheels.
- Use sand, rock salt, tire chains, or other non-slip material under the drive
wheels to provide traction when stalled in ice, snow, or mud.
WARNING - Downshifting
Downshifting with an automatic transaxle / dual clutch transmission, while
driving on slippery surfaces can cause an accident. The sudden change in tire speed
could cause the tires to skid. Be careful when downshifting on slippery surfaces.
If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to free it from snow, sand, or mud, first
turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around your front wheels.
Then, shift back and forth between ...
Other information:
Replacement
1.
Remove the front door module.
(Refer to Front Door - "Front Door Module")
2.
Remove the front door outside handle base (A) by pushing in the lock
pins located in the back.
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To raise the headrest, pull it up to the desired position (1). To lower the headrest,
push and hold the release button (2) on the headrest support and lower the headrest
to the desired position (3).
CAUTION
If you recline the seatback towards the front with the headrest and seat cushion
raised, ...