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:
Type A
To open or close a window, press down or pull up the front portion of the corresponding
switch to the first detent position (5).
Type B - Auto up/down window (if equipped)
Pressing or pulling up the power window switch momentarily to the second detent
position (6) completely lowers or rai ...
Never use the Smart Parking Assist System in the below conditions.
Curved parking space.
Inclined roads.
A vehicle loaded with longer or wider cargo compared to the vehicle.
Diagonal parking space.
Parking space with trash, grass or barriers.
Heavy snow or rain.
A pole close to the parking l ...