Loose objects

Loose objects in the driver’s foot area could interfere with the operation of the foot pedals, possibly causing an accident. Do not place anything under the front seats.

Driver responsibility for passengers

The driver must advise the passengers to keep seatbacks in upright positions whenever the vehicle is in motion. If a seat is reclined during an accident, the restraint system’s ability to restrain the passenger is greatly reduced.

Seat cushion

Occupants should never sit on aftermarket seat cushions. The passenger Occupant Detection System (ODS) may not operate properly, or the passenger’s hips may slide under the lap portion of the seat belt during an accident or a sudden stop.

Driver’s seat

• Never attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving. This could result in loss of control of your vehicle.

• Do not allow anything to interfere with the normal position of the seatback. For example, storing heavy items against the seatback could result in serious or fatal injury in a sudden stop or collision.

• Sit as far back as possible from the steering wheel while still maintaining comfortable control of your Kia. A distance of at least 10 inches (25 cm) from your chest to the steering wheel is recommended. Failure to do so can result in air bag inflation injuries to the driver.

Rear seatbacks

Always lock the rear seatback before driving. Failure to do so could result in passengers or objects being thrown forward, injuring occupants.

Unexpected seat movement

After adjusting a manual seat, always check that it is locked by shifting your weight to the front and to the back. Sudden or unexpected movement of the driver’s seat could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.

Seat adjustment

• Do not adjust the seat while wearing seat belts. Moving the seat forward may put strong pressure on the abdomen.

• Do not place your hand near the seat bottom or seat track while adjusting the seat. Your hand could get caught in the seat mechanism.

Luggage and cargo

Do not stack or pile luggage or cargo higher than the seatback in the cargo area. In an accident, the cargo could strike and injure a passenger. If objects are large, heavy, or must be piled, secure them in the cargo area.

Cargo area

Do not allow passengers to ride in the cargo area under any circumstance. The cargo area is solely for the purpose of transporting luggage or cargo.

Seat short circuit risk

Be aware of wires or air vents when placing a seat cover or covering the seat with plastic. Short circuits and blocked vents can cause damage and could lead to fire.