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Introducing the 2024 Kia Carnival: Redefining the Family Van

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Blending style, comfort, and utility in the minivan market segment isn’t easy, but the design team has done an excellent job balancing the needs of everyone in the family in the 2024 Kia Carnival. As a multipurpose vehicle that acts as a cross between a minivan and an SUV, the Carnival offers seating for up to 8 and plenty of features to keep the whole family happy, even on longer road trips.

Introducing the 2024 Kia Carnival: Redefining the Family Van

Interior Comfort 

Inside, the Carnival is a haven of comfort and versatility. The spacious cabin is adorned with high-quality materials and thoughtful touches that enhance the driving experience. With seating for up to eight passengers, the Carnival offers generous legroom in all three rows, with both first- and second-row passengers getting more than 40 inches of leg-stretching space. Headroom is ample, too, with everyone getting 38.6 inches or more and the front row getting over 40 inches to stretch their necks.

All trims of the 2024 Carnival get sound-absorbing windshield glass up frond and privacy glass abaft the B-post, and leather wrappers on the steering wheel and shift knob pair with heated front seats to come standard on most trims. Dual sunroofs, SynTex and genuine leather seat trims, and additional sound absorption features are available on higher trims, escalating ride comfort significantly as families climb up the trim ladder.

Airplane-Style VIP Seating

The available second-row VIP Lounge Seats are a highlight of the Carnival, and provide a first-class travel experience. The seats offer an airplane-style experience for second-row travelers, featuring power-adjustable controls, headrests that wing out to facilitate snoozing, and extendable leg rests. They come complete with reclining and sliding features for ultimate relaxation. While this is only available on the top trim of the Carnival, it’s absolutely an upgrade worth investing in if long journeys are part of your family’s routine.

Cargo and Utility

With a total interior volume of 168 cubic feet, there’s plenty of room for luggage, sports gear, or even furniture in the 2024 Kia Carnival. That’s because the stowage compartment offers a full 40.2 cubic feet of space behind the 3rd row, which can expand to as much as 145.1 cubic feet with the rear rows folded down. The Carnival also has the ability to tow up to 3,500 pounds, adding plenty of options to transport additional cargo, kayaks or canoes, or even another vehicle.

Design and Style 

The 2024 Kia Carnival stands out from the multipurpose vehicle pack with its bold and sophisticated design. The vehicle’s exterior exudes confidence with its sharp lines, dynamic stance, and signature “Tiger Nose” grille. The Carnival’s design is a harmonious blend of an SUV’s robust appeal and the practicality of a minivan, making it an attractive choice for families and professionals alike.

A stylish rear spoiler, shark-fin antenna, half-chrome door handles, body-colored side-view mirrors, and LED headlights come standard, with LED tail and fog lights standard on higher trims, The attractive Flare Red and Astra Blue paint colors become available on upgraded trims as well, alongside a luscious Tuscan Umber and Off-Black two-tone SynTex seat trim that is both deliciously comfortable and stunning to behold.

Performance and Efficiency 

Under the hood, the 2024 Carnival is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that delivers a robust 290 horsepower and 296 lb-ft of torque, providing plenty of get-up-and-go. Paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, the Carnival provides a smooth and responsive ride. Despite its size and capacity, the Carnival remains efficient, offering competitive fuel economy figures that ensure long journeys are not only comfortable but also economical.

With so much riding on getting everyone home safely, there are plenty of safety features baked into the Carnival’s performance. Vehicle Stability Management and Electronic Stability Control help keep the vehicle firmly rooted on the pavement, while hill start assistance and downhill brake control help mitigate any worries about steeper inclines and higher grades in the road, and the integrated Tire Pressure Monitoring System helps ensure the Carnival is riding right on its 17- or 19-inch wheels.

Entertainment Technology

With up to 8 in the family, keeping everyone comfortably entertained is key to a great road trip. The entry-level Carnival offers an 8-inch touchscreen display and a 6-speaker audio system, replete with Bluetooth connectivity, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and SiriusXM Satellite Radio capability. Wi-Fi hotspot functionality comes on higher trims (with a subscription, naturally), and top trims of the Carnival offer 115-volt power outlets alongside standard 12V power ports and USB charging outlets.

Upgraded trims of the Carnival expand the touchscreen to a whopping 12.3 inches, while the instrument display for the driver can go from 4.2 inches all the way up to 12.3. HD Radio, wireless charging, and Kia Connect functionality are all standard on higher trims, and, crucially, a dual-screen rear-seat entertainment system is available at the top of the range to keep rear-row occupants happily engaged.

Kia DriveWise Safety Tech

With the 2024 Kia Carnival being squarely oriented toward families with plenty of little ones, safety is paramount in its design. Every trim of the Carnival comes with blind-spot collision avoidance, forward collision avoidance with pedestrian detection, and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assistance. Lane departure warnings are supplemented by lane-keeping assistance features in all trims, helping the Carnival keep to the road should driver attention happen to wander, with an additional Driver Attention Warning helping keep the pilot alert.

Upgraded trims add driver visibility options, including Surround View and Blind Spot view monitoring, cyclist and junction turning detection, parking distance warnings front and rear, along with highway driving assistance, navigation-based smart cruise control with stop and go technology, and an intelligent speed limit assistance technology to keep everybody safe on the road.

With so many excellent features, including thoughtfully designed features and exclusive VIP Lounge seating, there’s lots of reasons to fall in love with the 2024 Kia Carnival. Now it’s time to pile everyone in and take it for a spin. Schedule your test drive today at Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau in Cape Girardeau, MO and let your whole family discover what the future of the family road trip looks like.

Discover the Adventure-Ready 2024 Kia Telluride

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If you want a mid-size SUV that’s ready to take on the suburban streets or challenging off-road terrain, then the 2024 Kia Telluride is an ideal vehicle for you. The Telluride has a rugged body style with a modern edge, an expansive collection of standard features, and an exceptional driving experience. 

Discover the Adventure-Ready 2024 Kia Telluride

The 2024 Kia Telluride has a total of 10 trim levels this year, starting with the incredible baseline LX model. The standard powertrain for the base model is a 3.8-liter V6 engine, which generates 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. An eight-speed automatic transmission, torque vectoring corner control, and selectable drive modes are standard. Drivers can upgrade to an AWD system with a center-locking differential and snow driving mode.
The LX has a standard front-wheel-drive drivetrain. Mechanical features such as an independent MacPherson front suspension, an independent multi-link rear suspension, an electronic parking brake, and a four-wheel brake disc with anti-locks are standard. 

Appearance

The standard exterior colors for the LX are Gravity Gray, Ebony Black, Everlasting Silver, and Glacial White Pearl. This model comes with Black SynTex seating material. 
Higher trims like the EX-X-Line have paint color options such as Wolf Gray, Jungle Green, and Dawning Red. The EX model has upgraded interior trim options like Black leather, Gray leather, Mahogany leather, and Gray/Navy with Gray leather. 

Dimensions

This mid-size SUV has a 114.2-inch wheelbase. This model is 196.9 inches in length, 78.3 inches in width, and 68.9 inches in height without roof rails. The Telluride offers eight inches of ground clearance. 
The total interior volume for the 2024 Kia Telluride LX is 178.1 cubic feet. There are 87 cubic feet of cargo space behind the first row, 46 cubic feet of space behind the second row, and 21 cubic feet of space behind the third row. The first-row legroom is 41.4 inches, the second-row legroom is 42.4 inches, and the third-row legroom is 31.4 inches.  

Fuel Economy

An LX model with the standard FWD drivetrain has a fuel economy of 20 MPG in the city, 26 MPG on the highway, and 22 MPG combined. When this trim has an upgraded AWD system, the SUV gets 18 MPG in the city, 24 MPG on the interstate, and 20 MPG combined. The fuel tank capacity for this model is 18.8 gallons. 

Exterior

The LX is equipped with power-adjustable heated outside mirrors with integrated LED turn indicators, automatic headlight control, LED projector headlights, LED positioning lights, amber LED daytime running lights, and taillights. This model comes with 18-inch Silver alloy wheels and a space-saver spare tire. 
Other standard exterior features for the LX include a front emergency tow hook attachment, a Black and Satin Chrome front grille, Satin Chrome window surrounds, body-color door handles, body-color outside mirrors, a body-color rear spoiler, and a shark fin antenna. 

Interior

The LX has an eight-passenger seating capacity. This model comes with a six-way manual-adjustable driver’s and passenger’s seat, 60/40 split-folding second-row seats with one-touch sliding and folding, and 60/40 folding third-row seats. The LX has a dual-level cargo floor, solar control glass, and a sound-absorbing windshield.
Other standard interior features include dual-zone climate control, an automatic de-fog system, rear A/C vents, and rear passenger automatic climate control. The LX comes with a leather steering wheel, interior lighting, and illuminated vanity mirrors. Models like the SX have dual sunroofs, interior wood grain accents, stainless-steel pedals, and 64-color LED interior mood lighting as standard features. 

Convenience

Some key convenience features for the base 2024 Kia Telluride model are a smart key, push-button start, a day/night rearview mirror, and a rear window washer. The LX comes with Quiet Mode, which can focus the sound system to the first row if passengers in the second or third-row seats prefer a quiet environment. 
A higher trim like the SX Prestige X-Line has standard convenience features such as automatic rain-sensing windshield wipers, aero wiper blades, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with integrated HomeLink, a full display mirror, and reverse tilt-down outside mirrors. Higher trims also have Driver Talk, a feature that allows the passengers in the front seat to use a microphone to speak to rear-seat passengers without shouting. 

Technology

Standard technology onboard the LX includes a 12.3-inch touchscreen with integrated navigation, a 4.2-inch instrument display, a six-speaker sound system, and a wireless phone charger. The LX is compatible with Android and Apple apps, wireless Bluetooth technology, and SiriusXM radio. This model also supports Kia Connect and features accessible through the Kia Access App, such as pre-cooling and pre-heating. 
Upper trims like the SX Prestige have a few advanced technology features, such as a 12.3-inch instrument display, a 10-inch HUD, a 10-speaker premium Harman Kardon stereo system, and a second-row power inverter located in the center console. 

Safety

The Telluride LX comes with Kia Drive Wise technologies such as blind spot collision warning, rear cross-traffic collision avoidance, forward collision warning, a rear park distance warning, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, and lane following assist. Forward collision avoidance with cyclist, pedestrian, and junction turning detection is standard. Navigation-based smart cruise control, highway driving assist 1.5, intelligent speed limit assist, and safe exit assist are also standard.
The LX is equipped with other safety features, such as a rear occupant alert with ultrasonic sensors, a rollover sensor, a LATCH system, seat belt reminders for the second and third-row seats, and vehicle stability management. This model also has a standard rearview monitor with dynamic parking guidance. 

Warranty

All new Kia Telluride models come with Kia’s 10-year or 100,000-mile warranty program. This warranty will cover the powertrain for 10 years and offers a basic limited warranty for the entire vehicle for five years or up to 60,000 miles. As a bonus, the Kia warranty also provides five years of coverage for anti-perforation and a roadside assistance program. 
The 2024 Telluride is a perfect option if you want an affordable, road-ready SUV that covers all the basics. Get in touch with Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau in Girardeau, MO to book a test drive today. 

Professional Brake Repair at Your Kia Dealer

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When you take good care of your car’s brakes, your brakes will take good care of you and your passengers. Along with routine brake servicing at your local Kia dealership, it’s also important to respond quickly to any kind of brake problem. The following warning signs usually mean you should see a technician for brake repair right away.

When To Get Professional Brake Repair at Your Kia Dealer

Blinking Brake Light

Most brake issues will cause the brake warning light to appear on your instrument panel. This light either reminds you to have your brakes serviced or indicates a problem in need of brake repair. In some cars, the brake light will specify the part in need of attention, such as worn-out brake pads or low brake fluid. Your owner’s manual will contain an explanation of each type of brake light. 

High-Pitched Squealing

Brake pads can last anywhere from 25,000 to 65,000 miles, depending on how much you use them. When the friction layer of a brake pad is almost entirely worn away, the pad will usually start emitting a high-pitched squealing sound. This noise is generated by design to let you know that it’s time for a new brake pad at your nearest Kia dealer. It’s important to replace brake pads promptly before the friction layer wears away entirely. 

Rhythmic Vibrations 

Rotor discs are generally tougher than brake pads and tend to last from 30,000 to 70,000 miles. When the surface of a rotor becomes uneven or damaged, you’ll start feeling unusual rhythmic vibrations through the brake pedal and maybe also through the steering wheel. It’s occasionally possible to restore a warped rotor with resurfacing, unless the rotor is too old, thin, or misshapen for continued safe use. 

Longer Stopping Distances

Weakened stopping power is a clear indication of brake trouble and should never be ignored. If you find that the brake pedal is no longer stopping your car as promptly, you might have overly worn pads, brake fluid issues, a malfunctioning brake booster or master cylinder, or temporary brake fade from overheating. 

This last problem can sometimes occur when rotors and pads reach extreme temperatures through prolonged overuse. If you ever suspect that you’re experiencing brake fade, pull over safely and allow your brakes to cool down. Once cool, if your stopping force is still weak, head to your local Kia dealership for brake repair. 

Car Veering to One Side 

When a problem occurs in the front brake mechanisms, you may find your car pulling to the side when you press the pedal. This usually means the brakes on just one side of your vehicle are malfunctioning. The one-sided decreased brake force will cause the vehicle to veer slightly in the opposite direction. This is a threat to your handling and safety and should prompt immediate brake repair.

Soft or Spongy Brake Pedal

Each time you use your brakes, hydraulic pressure is required to deliver the stopping signal from the brake pedal to the calipers at each wheel. This hydraulic pressure is maintained by both the master cylinder and the brake fluid inside the brake lines. If either one experiences a problem, your brake pedal might feel soft and spongy underfoot; your car’s stopping power might also reduce. 

If your brake pedal ever feels spongy, it’s best to pull over and try to figure out the source of the problem. You can search under your car for signs of leaking brake fluid, which is a clear yellow or honey-gold liquid that darkens to brown as it ages. Whether or not you find signs of a leak, you’ll probably need a technician at your local Kia dealer to carry out brake repair before your car is safe to use again. 

Heavy Metallic Grinding

A gritty, metal-on-metal grinding noise is never a good sign when it comes to brakes. The most common cause of grinding is when a brake pad has worn out completely, exposing the pad’s metal backing, which is now scraping directly against the brake rotor. This won’t be generating as much stopping power as usual and can cause serious damage to the rotor. 

Grinding might also be caused by a misaligned rotor scraping against the caliper, stones or loose components trapped inside the caliper, or an issue with your anti-lock braking system. Once again, you’ll most likely need a technician at your Kia dealer to diagnose and fix the problem. 

Driving Habits That Wear Brakes Out Faster

Another important aspect of good brake care is avoiding driving habits that put undue pressure on your brakes. This might include driving too close to the vehicle ahead, which would sometimes force you to suddenly slam on the brakes. Drivers who use the gas pedal too much also need to compensate with excessive braking. 

Overusing high gears also means you need to brake more than necessary; low gears naturally slow your car down. This is particularly useful on steep stretches of the road, when a lower gear might do more to control your car’s speed than continual use of the brake pedal. Increasing the weight of your car with heavy loads or trailers also naturally accelerates brake wear. 

Visit Your Kia Dealer for Brake Servicing Twice a Year

The two most dangerous brake-related habits of all are failing to replace worn-out brake components and neglecting to have your brakes periodically serviced. Full brake servicing involves checking and sometimes flushing the brake fluid, inspecting brake lines for leaks, removing the pads, rotors, and calipers to examine, clean, lubricate, adjust, repair, or replace them, and more besides. 

Visit Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau in Cape Girardeau, MO, today to have your brakes repaired or serviced by qualified professionals. We’re a local community-oriented dealership that’s been serving the region’s drivers with excellent cars and customer service since 1989.

The 2024 Kia Soul: A Unique Blend of Style and Functionality

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With its unique shape and exterior styling, the Kia Soul is one of the most distinctive vehicles on the road. However, the 2024 Kia Soul is more than just its looks; it’s also comfortable, high-tech, safe, and functional. Let’s explore some of the features that make this crossover SUV so special.

The 2024 Kia Soul: A Unique Blend of Style and Functionality

Unique Exterior

The Soul is known for its unique, eye-catching appearance, and the 2024 is just as boxy, bold, and fun as ever. It comes with 16-inch steel wheels, a black grille with silver finish, and a shark fin antenna. This all gives the Soul a uniquely sporty look. For an even more athletic silhouette, the GT-Line trim adds 18-inch alloy wheels, a two-tone roof, glossy black mirrors, and a power sunroof.

Exterior Color Options

The base model is available in several exciting exterior colors:

  • Steel gray
  • Gravity gray
  • Snow white pearl
  • Fusion black
  • Inferno red
  • Mars orange

Higher trims add in other options, such as Neptune Blue, Surf Blue, and two-tone paint options.

Spacious, Comfortable Interior

The distinctive boxy shape isn’t just a branding design feature; it’s also functional. It gives the Soul much more interior space than some other vehicles of the same size. It can comfortably seat up to 5 adults, and with its 101 cubic feet of passenger room, everyone has ample head and foot room.

The added space in the top of the vehicle also allows the Soul to have a higher seating position, which gives the driver a better view of the road and other cars. The front seats can be manually adjusted, providing for a more customized height and adjustable leg distance. The Soul comes with either gray two-tone cloth or black cloth seats. It has remote keyless entry for added convenience, and higher models also have Smart Key and remote start.

Cargo Room

The Soul has 24.2 cubic feet of space behind the second row to store your gear, and the wide liftgate gives you easy access to it. If that’s not enough space, you can fold the rear seats down. With both seats folded, the total cargo space goes up to 62 cubic feet. This provides plenty of space for carrying groceries, luggage, and sports equipment.

With the 60/40-split folding seats, you also have the option of only folding down one seat for more flexibility. This is helpful for days you need to transport both passengers and gear. The GT-Line has a hidden cargo floor for even more storage space. In addition, all models of the Soul have the following storage space to accommodate your small items:

  • Glove compartment
  • Center console
  • Door pockets
  • Seat-back pockets

Connectivity and Audio

The Soul features an infotainment system with an 8-inch touchscreen display, fully digital instrument cluster, and 6-speaker audio system. Its Bluetooth wireless technology and smartphone compatibility mean that you have access to your phone’s music, apps, and navigation through your car, and you can control many of the functions through your steering wheel-mounted buttons. Simply plug your phone in using the vehicle’s USB ports.

Higher trims offer a 10.25-inch touchscreen display with built-in navigation, Kia Connect, and SiriusXM satellite radio. Higher trims also offer wireless phone charging.

Power and Performance

The base model 2024 Kia Soul comes with a 2.0L 4-cyclinder engine capable of generating 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. This is paired with an Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) for a smooth, responsive ride.

The Soul is a front-wheel driver SUV, and it comes with Drive Mode Select. This allows you to adjust things like your transmission, engine, and air conditioning to accommodate your needs and driving conditions. For example, Eco mode is designed to conserve battery life.

Safety Features

The Kia Soul isn’t just fun to drive. It’s also loaded with safety features, making it the ideal vehicle for your journey. It has airbags throughout and rollover sensors which deploy the side airbags and tighten seatbelts in the event of a rollover.

The Soul also has multiple features design to keep it stable even in challenging driving situations. For example, Vehicle Stability Management can help you with steering and regaining control of the vehicle on slippery roads. Hill-Start Assist Control helps keep you from rolling backwards if you have to stop your vehicle on a hill. Other important safety features of the Soul include:

  • Rear-view monitor
  • Electronic stability control
  • Height-adjustable seatbelt anchors
  • Lower anchors and tethers for children
  • 3-point seatbelts for all seats
  • Anti-lock brakes
  • Tire pressuring monitoring system

Driver-Assistance

The 2024 Kia Soul comes with Kia Drive Wise Technology, which is a suite of safety features designed to make your drive more intuitive and less stressful. The base model comes with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection, which uses sensors to monitor the area in front of your car. If needed, it will put on the brakes to avoid hitting a person or another car.

Driver Attention Warning monitors your driving and lets you know if it senses you need a break. Other driver-assistance features you’ll find on the Soul include:

  • Lane departure warning
  • Lane keeping assist
  • Lane following assist
  • Intelligent speed limit assist
  • Rear occupant alert
  • High beam assist

Other Available Features

Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance, Lane Change Assist, and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist are available on the base model and come standard on higher trims.

Fuel Economy

With its small size and IVT, the 2024 Kia Soul is fuel-efficient and gets 27 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. The EX trim gets slightly better mileage, with 29 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway.

Warranty

Kia is known for its generous warranty program, which includes a 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile limited basic warranty, and a 5-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance plan.

Are you ready to explore the unique styling, spacious comfort, and advanced connectivity of the 2024 Kia Soul? Come out to Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau in Cape Girardeau, MO to test drive this bold, fun vehicle today!

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What Are the Interior Features of the 2024 Kia EV6?

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Advanced Cabin Features of the 2024 Kia EV6  

Embarking on a journey towards a greener future has never been more exhilarating, thanks to the 2024 Kia EV6. This sleek and futuristic electric vehicle embodies innovation and sustainability, offering a driving experience. At Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau in Cape Girardeau, MO, we’re thrilled to introduce you to the advanced cabin features of the 2024 Kia EV6.   

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Where Can I Schedule Vehicle Service in Cape Girardeau, MO?

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Vehicle Service and Maintenance in Cape Girardeau, MO  

Keeping your vehicle in top-notch condition is not just about ensuring a smooth ride; it’s also about safety and longevity. Regular vehicle service and maintenance are crucial in preserving your car’s performance and preventing potential breakdowns. Here at Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau in Cape Girardeau, MO, we understand the importance of maintaining your vehicle, and we’re dedicated to providing exceptional service to keep your car running smoothly for years to come.  

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How Powerful Is the 2024 Kia Forte?

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Performance Features of the 2024 Kia Forte  

Looking for a ride that blends style, performance, and reliability seamlessly? Say hello to the 2024 Kia Forte. This sleek sedan isn’t just about looks; it’s about what’s under the hood that truly counts. And where better to find it than at Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau in Cape Girardeau, MO? Watch this video and know what makes this car stand out. 

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3 Benefits of Buying the 2024 Kia Forte

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Exploring the Key Features of the 2024 Kia Forte  

The 2024 Kia Forte stands tall, offering a blend of style, efficiency, and innovation. It’s not just another sedan; it’s a statement of sophistication and practicality. If you’re looking for a vehicle that seamlessly merges performance with affordability, look no further than the 2024 Kia Forte. And where better to find it than at Auffenberg Kia of Cape Girardeau in Cape Girardeau, MO? Let’s delve into the three significant benefits that make the 2024 Kia Forte an irresistible choice. 

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