Driving your vehicle

Before driving
Key positions
Starting the engine
Manual Transaxle
Automatic transaxle
Brake system
Cruise control system
Economical operation
Special driving conditions Winter driving
Trailer towing
Vehicle load limit
Vehicle weight

See also:

Key positions
Ignition switch position LOCK The steering wheel locks to protect against theft. The ignition key can be removed only in the LOCK position. When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK positio ...

If the engine will not start
If engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly 1. If your car has an automatic transaxle, be sure the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and the emergency brake is set. 2. Check the bat ...

Improved stability, ride and refinement
Developed from the previous model, the new Kia Rio's suspension and running gear has been engineered to carry over that popular car's responsive handling while improving stability, ride quality an ...