Kia Cadenza: Driving your vehicle / Before driving

Kia Cadenza YG 2016-2025 Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Before driving

Before entering vehicle

Necessary inspections

Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid should be checked on a regular basis, at the exact interval depending on the fluid. Further details are provided in chapter 7, “Maintenance”.

WARNING - Distracted driving

Focus on the road while driving. The driver's primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of the vehicle. Use of any handled devices, other equipment or vehicle systems that distract the driver should not be used during vehicle operation.

Before starting

For safe operation, be sure you are familiar with your vehicle and its equipment.

WARNING - Fire risk

When you intend to park or stop the vehicle with the engine on, be careful not to depress the accelerator pedal for a long period of time. It may overheat the engine or exhaust system and cause fire.

WARNING - Check surroundings

Always check the surrounding areas near your vehicle for people, especially children, before putting a vehicle into D (Drive) or R (Reverse).

WARNING - Loose objects

Securely store items in your vehicle. When you make a sudden stop or turn the steering wheel rapidly, loose objects may drop on the floor and it could interfere with the operation of the foot pedals, possibly causing an accident.

WARNING - Proper footwear

Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle. Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski boots, sandals, etc.) may interfere with your ability to use the brake and accelerator pedals.

WARNING - Driving while intoxicated

Do not drive while intoxicated. Drinking and driving is dangerous. Even a small amount of alcohol will affect your reflexes, perceptions and judgment. Driving while under the influence of drugs is as dangerous as or more dangerous than driving drunk.

Driving your vehicle
Be sure the exhaust system does not leak. The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose. If you hear a change in the sound o ...

ENGINE START/STOP button
Illuminated ENGINE START/STOP button Whenever the front door is opened, the ENGINE START/STOP button will illuminate for your convenience. The light will go off after about 30 seconds whe ...

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Kia Cadenza YG 2016-2025 Service Manual: General Information


Warning And Caution Labels 1. Radiator cap caution2. Fan caution3. Battery caution Battery Caution Label Warning / Caution Label (Cont''d) A.Keep lighted cigarettes and all other flames or sparks away from the battery. B.Wear eye protection when charging or working near a battery. A ...

Kia Cadenza YG 2016-2025 Service Manual: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS) Repair procedures


Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the ECTS connector. 3. Remove the ECTS (Refer to "Removal"). 4. After immersing the thermistor of the sensor into engine coolant, measure resistance between the ECTS terminals 3 and 4. 5. Check that the resistance is withi ...

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