clutch KIA NIRO 2023 Features and Functions Guide
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2*IF EQUIPPEDNIRO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
VIDEOS & QR CODES         Inside Front Cover
INSTRUMENT CLUSTERInstrument Cluster Overview                      03Indicators & Warning Lights                       04Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)          05Hybrid / Plug-In Hybrid Indicators at Star tup      06EV But ton / Plug-In Hybrid Modes                06Drive Mode Integrated Control System*           07Green Zone Drive Mode*                         07Fuel Economy / Tips for Economical Driving       08
VEHICLE SETTINGSTrip Modes / Trip Computer                       09Instrument Cluster LCD Modes                   09User Set tings - Instrument Cluster                 10Vehicle Set tings* - Infotainment System             11Service Interval Mode                             12
HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEMPlug-In Hybrid Display* - Infotainment System      13Instrument Cluster - Energy Flow                  14Emergency Star ting* (Hybrid only)                 15Charging the Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle               16Charging Connector Auto/Lock Mode              18Scheduled Charging* (Plug-In Hybrid only)         18Regenerative Braking with Paddle Switches*             19
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)          20Lane Keeping Assist (LK A)*                        21Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)*               22Blind-spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)        23Driver At tention Warning (DAW)*                   24Leading Vehicle Depar ture Aler t (LVDA)*           25Cruise Control                                    25Navigation-based Smar t Cruise Control (NSCC)*    26Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISL A)*               28Lane Following Assist (LFA)*                       29
ADAS CONTINUEDHighway Driving Assist (HDA)*                     29Rear View Monitor (RVM)                          30Safe Exit Warning (SEW)                           30Forward/Reverse Parking Distance   Warning (PDW)*                                 31Rear Cross-traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)                                   32
DRIVER’S PANELInstrument Cluster Control                                              33Electronic Stability Control (ESC)                   33Hill-Star t Assist Control (HAC)                                        33Reverse Parking Aid Function*                     34Engine Star t/Stop But ton                          34Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock  35Manual Folding Mirrors*                           35Automatic Door Lock/Unlock                      35Power/Heated Outside Mirrors                     35Power Folding Outside Mirrors*                    35
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLSHeadlights & High Beams                          36High Beam Assist (HBA)                          36Turn Signals & Fog Lights*                         37Heated Steering Wheel But ton*                    38Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers               38Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel                   39
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMBluetooth® Wireless Technology                    40 Audio Controls                                    41Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® S et up*            42Standard Audio System - Value*                    43Kia Connect Activation* / Kia Connect Assistance* 44Kia Access App Download                        45Kia Access App Features Guide                   45Kia Connect with Navigation*                     46
CENTER PANELDigital Clock (Infotainment System)                47Multimedia USB Por t, Charger Por ts / AC Inver ter* 47Wireless Smar tphone Charging System*           48Automatic Climate Control                        49Automatic Gear Shift with Spor tmatic® Shifting*    50Dual Clutch Transmission                         50Rotary Dial Shifter* (Plug-In Hybrids only)          51Paddle Shifters*                                   51Auto Hold / Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)         52Seat Warmers* / Ventilated Seats*                 53
SEATINGDriver Position Memory System*                   54Front Seat Headrest Adjustment                   54Rear Occupant Aler t (ROA) with Door Monitoring   55Power Adjustable Driver ’s Seat*                    566-Way Manual Adjustable Driver ’s Seat*            56Folding Rear Seats                                57
OTHER KEY FEATURESRemote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)*               57Digital Key 2 Touch*                              58Smar t Key / Remote Star t*                        60Map/Room Lamps / Sunroof Operation*            61Hood Release Lever and Latch / Sunvisor          62Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator                   62Fuel Filler Lid                                      62Power Liftgate*                                   63Liftgate Release But ton*                          64Hybrid Bat tery Cooling Duct (Hybrids only)       64Child-Protector Rear Door Locks (Manual)         65Tire Mobility Kit                                  65
SAFETY FEATURESOccupant Detection System (ODS) /Passenger Airbag Off Indicator                   66Seat Belts                                         66
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS         Inside Back Cover
MAINTENANCE CHART            Back Cover 
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P: Park
R: Reverse
N: Neutral
D: Drive 
D: Drive, left gate (Manual Mode)
[+]: Manual Mode Upshift
[–] :  Manual Mode Downshift
Manual Mode: To enter Manual Mode, move shift lever from D to left gate  When in Manual Mode, if the shift lever is not moved up or down, then the vehicle will automatically shift gears  To shift while in Manual mode, move shift lever up [+] to upshift or down [–] to downshift  
Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)
The Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) gives the driving feel of a manual transmission, yet provides the ease of a fully automatic transmission 
The following are unique driving tips for the Dual Clutch Transmission:
 •To hold the vehicle stationary on an incline, the service brake or parking brake MUST be used or the gear shift MUST be in the (P) Park position   If the vehicle is held stationary by applying the accelerator pedal on a slope, the clutch/transmission may overheat, resulting in damage
 • 
Avoid aggressive launches on steep grades as this may result in an overheated clutch and transmission
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A slight time lag may be experienced at takeoff from standstill during aggressive acceleration maneuvers
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If the clutch is overheating, the first warning, an amber-colored warning light , will be displayed in the instrument c l us t e r  When indicator turns red, reduce speed, pull over and place the vehicle in Park until it cools
Refer to the Owner ’s Manual section 6 for additional information on DCT operation or call Kia Consumer Affairs for additional information  
50*IF EQUIPPEDNIRO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
Refer to the inside front cover for  more information on QR codes www youtube  com/KiaFeatureVideos
Automatic Transmission - Sportmatic Shifting with Gear Shift Video
Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) Driving Experience Video
Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting* (Hybrids only)
CENTER PANEL
CENTERPA N EL
QR CODES   
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(up to 64,000 miles)AMAINTENANCE INTERVALS (MILES)
MAINTENANCE ITEMS8,00016,00024,00032,00040,00048,00056,00064,000
Add fuel additiveCPPPPPPPP
Rotate tiresPPPPPPPP
Engine oil and filter (Full Synthetic Oil)RRRRRRRR
Climate control air filterIRIRIRIR
Steering gear rack, linkage & bootsIIIIIIII
Suspension ball jointsIIIIIIII
Air conditioner refrigerant / compressorIIIIIIII
Exhaust systemIIIIIIII
Air cleaner filter (engine)IIRIIRII
Hybrid Star ter & Generator (HSG) beltDIIIIIIIR
Brake fluidIIIIIRII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIII
Brake discs and padsIIIIIIII
Engine clutch actuator hose and lineIIIIIIII
Bat ter y Condition (Plug-In Hybrid)IIIIIII
Cooling SystemIIIIIIII
Drive shafts and bootsIIII
Fuel tank air filterEIIII
Fuel tank and fuel capIIII
Fuel lines, fuel hoses and connectionsIIII
Engine clutch actuator fluidRR
A .   See the Owner ’s Manual for complete maintenance schedule.B.  And, if necessar y, adjust, correct, clean or replace.C .    If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bot tle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.D.   Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessar y.
E.   Both the fuel filter & fuel tank air filter are generally considered to be maintenance free, depending on fuel qualit y being used. However, periodic inspection is recommended. If your vehicle is having issues like fuel flow restriction, power surging, loss of power, difficult y star ting, etc., replace the fuel filter immediately and consult an authorized Kia dealer for ser vice.
NIRO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID  NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check your Maintenance Schedule or schedule an appointment with a dealer using your Kia Connect account by logging into Kia Connect App or your account on  ht tps://owners.Kia.com  (See  page 44 for setup information)
QUICK TIP
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Consumer - Roadside Assistance†10: 1-800-333-4KIA (4542)
Part Number: SG230-PS-004 
‡ If equipped    †  LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER
Refer to the inside front cover for  more information on QR codes.www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
Full Synthetic Oil Video
QR CODES
P=Per form     R=Replace     I=InspectB
See your Owner ’s Manual for more details and complete maintenance information, including severe maintenance schedule. Warrant y may be voided if maintenance schedule is not followed.