Kia K900: 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.
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
Do not downshift with an automatic transaxle while driving on slippery surfaces. The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid and result in an accident.
Rocking the vehicle
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 betwe ...
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Luggage net (holder)
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in the cargo area to attach the luggage net.
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Easy access function
When exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel will move away from the driver and
the seat will move rearward when the engine is turned off.
When entering the vehicle, the steering wheel will move to ...