Kia Carens: Trailer Towing / Hitches

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Trailer Towing / Hitches

It's important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by, and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow:

Do you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch.
The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to them. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper.
A Kia accessory trailer hitch is available at an authorized Kia dealer.

Trailer Towing

If you are considering towing with your vehicle, you should first check with your country's Department of Motor Vehicles to determine their legal requirements. Since laws vary the requirements for to ...

Safety chains

You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated fr ...

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Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: Inside light

1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the tailgate. 3. Remove the service cover using a flat-blade screwdriver. Tail light/Back-up light (Bulb type) 4. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly. 5. Remove ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: Dual clutch transmission operation

The dual clutch transmission has seven forward speeds and one reverse speed. The individual speeds are selected automatically in the D (Drive) position. WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury or death: ALWAYS check the surrounding areas near your vehicle for people, especially children, be ...