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STEERING WHEEL
Electronic Hydraulic Power
Steering (EHPS)
EHPS uses an electromotor to assist
you in steering the vehicle. It senses
the vehicle speed and road condition.
If the engine is off or if the power
steering system becomes inoperative,
the vehicle may still be steered, but it
will require increased steering effort.
Should you notice any change in the ef‐
fort required to steer during normal ve‐
hicle operation, have the system
checked by a professional workshop.
Kia recommends to visit an authorized
Kia dealer/service partner.
CAUTION
Never hold the steering wheel
against a stop (extreme right or left
turn) for more than 5 seconds with
the engine running. Holding the
steering wheel for more than
5 seconds in either position may
cause damage to the power steering
pump.
NOTICE
If the power steering drive belt
breaks or if the power steering
pump malfunctions, the steering ef‐
fort will greatly increase.
NOTICE
If the vehicle is parked for extended
periods outside in cold weather (be‐
low -10C/14F), the power steering
may require increased effort when
the engine is first started. This is
caused by increased fluid viscosity
due to the cold weather and does
not indicate a malfunction.
When this happens, increase the en‐
gine RPM by depressing accelerator
until the RPM reaches 1,500 rpm
then release or let the engine idle
for two or three minutes to warm
up the fluid.
Tilt steering
Tilt steering allows you to adjust the
steering wheel before you drive. You
can also raise it to give your legs more
room when you exit and enter the vehi‐
cle.
The steering wheel should be posi‐
tioned so that it is comfortable for you
to drive, while permitting you to see
the instrument panel warning lights
and gauges.
WARNING
• Never adjust the angle of the
steering wheel while driving. You
may lose steering control and
cause severe personal injury,
death or accidents.
• After adjusting, push the steering
wheel
both up and down to be cer‐
tain it is locked in position.
Features of your vehicle
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