In a Kia vehicle engine power can be delivered to all front
and rear wheels for maximum traction. Full-time 4WD is useful when extra
traction is required on road, such as, when driving on slippery, muddy, wet, or
snow-covered roads. These Kia Car are not designed for challenging
off-road use.
Occasional off-road use such as established unpaved roads and
trails is OK. It is always important when traveling off-highway that the driver
carefully reduces speed of the Kia car to a level that does not exceed
the safe operating speed for those conditions. In general, off-road conditions
provide less traction and braking effectiveness than normal road conditions.
The driver must be especially alert to avoid driving on slopes which tilt the
Kia vehicle to either side.
These factors must be carefully considered when driving
off-road. Keeping the Kia vehicle in contact with the driving surface and under
control in these conditions is always the drivers responsibility for the safety
of him/herself and his or her passengers.
Off road driving
The Kia vehicle is designed primarily for on road use
although it can operate effectively off road. However it was not designed for
driving in challenging off-road conditions. Driving a Kia
car in conditions that exceed the vehicles intended design or the
drivers experience level may result in severe injury or death
For safe four-wheel drive operation
The conditions on-road or off road that demand four-wheel
drive mean all functions of your Kia vehicle are exposed to more extreme
stress than under normal road conditions. Slow down and be ready for changes in
the composition and traction of the surface under your tires. If you have any
doubt about the safety of the conditions you are facing, stop and consider the
best way to proceed. Do not exceed the ability of yourself or your Kia vehicle
to operate safely.
Reduce speed when you turn corners. The center of gravity of
4WD Kia vehicles is higher than that of conventional 2WD Kia
vehicles, making them more likely to roll over when you turn corners too
fast. If you are driving in heavy wind, the Kia vehicles higher center of
gravity decreases your steering control capacity and requires you to drive more
slowly. Drive slowly. If you are driving too fast in water, the water spray can
get into the engine compartment and wet the ignition system, causing your
vehicle to suddenly stall. If this happens and your Kia vehicle is in a tilted
position, your Kia vehicle may roll over.
Do not drive in water if the level is higher than the bottom
of the vehicle. Check your brake condition once you are out of mud or water.
Press the brake pedal several times as you move slowly until you feel normal
braking forces return. Shorten your scheduled maintenance interval if you drive
in off road conditions such as sand, mud or water. Always wash your Kia car
thoroughly after off road use, especially cleaning the underside of the Kia
vehicle. Since the driving torque is always applied to the 4 wheels the
performance of the 4WD Kia vehicle is greatly affected by the condition of the
tire.
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