ECO mode KIA NIRO 2022 Features and Functions Guide
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18*IF EQUIPPEDNIRO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
(But tons are located left of the Steering Wheel)
Scheduled Charging*
(Plug-In Hybrid Only)
Charging Connector Auto/Lock/Unlock
Mode (Plug-In Hybrid Only)
Charging time can be set in the Infotainment System, under charge management, or using the Kia Access app
Charging with the Kia Access Smartphone App:
The Kia Access app can help you find the nearest charging station and displays charging-status and the Scheduled Charging information On your Smartphone, go to an app store or marketplace to download the Kia Access app
REMINDER: When Scheduled Charging is set and the charger is plugged in, charging will not begin until the set time & date are met to complete the charging The green charge indicator on top of the dash will temporar y flash ON/OFF to show that scheduled/reser ve charging is set
Deactivate Scheduled Charging - Depress the Deactivate Scheduled Charging button A to disable the scheduled charging feature when immediate charging is required
The Charging Connector can be set to be locked or unlocked while in the charging inlet Go to the Vehicle Settings* in the Infotainment System to set the connector to lock while charging and unlock automatically when charging is complete Press SETUP, ECO Vehicle and then Charging Connector Locking Mode Select the preference
REMINDERS:
• For more detail and/or subsequent steps in charging your vehicle, please see the Owner ’s Manual
•Reser ved charging may not be available at public chargers
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Selecting “Charge only during off-peak ” option, charging will only occur within off-peak time The vehicle may not charge to 100%
REMINDER: To prevent charging cable theft, the charging connector cannot be disconnected from the inlet when the doors are locked or the charging connector is in the LOCK mode Unlock all doors to disconnect the charging connector from the inlet If the release but ton does not work even after the all doors are unlocked, pull the emergency lift cable in the engine compar tment or refer to section in the Owner ’s Manual on how to unlock the connector in an emergency
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Plug-In Hybrid Charging Video
QR CODE
When you press the Deactivate Scheduled Charging but ton the reser ved charging set ting will temporarily disable, and star t immediate charging mode If you need to completely deactivate the scheduled charge set ting, change the set ting from the audio control unit
QUICK TIP
•If the auto/lock mode is set to lock and the vehicle is unlocked but charging cable is not disconnected within 10 seconds, the connector will be automatically locked again
•If charging connector is unlocked but all doors are locked again, immediately, the connector will be automatically locked again
•If charging does not work, disconnect the connector and tr y charging again
QUICK TIPS
HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM
HYBRID/PLUG-IN
HYBRID
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19*IF EQUIPPEDALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER ’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS
HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM
HYBRID/PLUG-IN
HYBRID
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Plug-In Hybrid Paddle Switches / Paddle Shifters Video
QR CODE
Each of the different Drive Modes allows the regenerative braking level to be set at the driver ’s preference
QUICK TIP
Regenerative Braking with Paddle Switches*
The regenerative braking system charges the battery when coasting or when you use the brakes to stop the vehicle When the Drive Mode is in ECO mode, use the paddle switches to adjust the regenerative braking level from 1 to 3, MA X and AUTO The level will be displayed on the instrument cluster A
•Pull the left paddle switch B to increase regenerative braking and deceleration Pull and hold to reach the MA X level
•Pull the right paddle switch C to decrease regenerative braking and deceleration Pull and hold to reach Smart Regeneration System (AUTO)
The paddle shifters do not operate when:
•Both paddle switches are pulled at the same time
•The vehicle is decelerating by depressing the brake pedal
•Smart Cruise Control (SCC) is active
•When the SOC gauge shows a high level
•If there is a restriction by the vehicle system
•When the drive mode is switched from sport to ECO
Smart Regeneration System*
Smart Regeneration automatically adjusts the regenerative braking level based on a vehicle being detected in front, and road conditions
To activate Smart Regeneration, pull and hold the right paddle switch or go to Vehicle Settings* on the Infotainment System Press the SETUP button or SETUP on the screen, VEHICLE and ECO VEHICLE Then SMART REGENER ATION
AUTO D will be displayed on the instrument cluster above the Regenerative Braking indicator
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