lights KIA NIRO 2023 Features and Functions Guide

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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A Tachometer/Power gauge
B Speedometer
C Hybrid battery SOC gauge
D Odometer
E Distance to empty
F Transmission shift indicator
G Outside temperature gauge
H Warning and indicator lights
I Plug-in hybrid mode indicator
J Fuel gauge
Arrow direction indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is located
Instrument Cluster Overview
Your vehicle’s instrument cluster & indicator light locations may differ from those in the illustrations For more information on the instrument cluster, the LCD Warning Messages and the function of all indicator and warning lights, please refer to section 5 of the Owner ’s Manual
This illustration is for demonstration purposes only Some indicators and warning lights may not appear in illustration On the vehicle, they may appear in the LCD Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Plug-In Hybrid Instrument Cluster Overview Video
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Indicators & Warning Lights
High Beam Indicator
Light ON Indicator
Front Fog Light Indicator*
Master Warning Indicator
For ward Safet y Warning Indicator*
Lane Safet y Indicator
Electronic Brake Force (EBD) System Warning Indicator(Two separate indicators on Instrument Cluster lit at same time)
Immobilizer Indicator*
READY Indicator
EVEV Mode Indicator
ECO Indicator
SPORT Mode Indicator
Hybrid System Warning Indicator

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Indicator
Charging System Warning Indicator
Seat Belt Warning Indicator
Malfunction Indicator
Low Tire Pressure Light / Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Malfunction IndicatorElectronic Stabilit y Control (ESC) Indicator / ESC Malfunction Indicator

Electronic Stabilit y Control (ESC) OFF Indicator
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Indicator
Motor Driven Power Steering(MDPS) Warning Indicator
Airbag Warning Indicator
Parking Brake Indicator
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Warning Indicator
Low Fuel Level Warning Indicator
Cruise Indicator*
Trunk Open Warning Indicator
Door Ajar Warning Indicator
(red color)
(yellow color)
Regenerative Brake Warning Indicator (Two separate indicators on Instrument Cluster lit at same time)
❄Icy Road Warning Indicator
LED Headlamp Warning Indicator*
Charging Cable Connection Indicator (Plug-In Hybrid)*
Exhaust System (GPF) Warning Indicator (Gasoline Engine)
Green Zone Drive Mode Indicator
Your vehicle’s instrument cluster & indicator light locations may differ from those in the illustrations For more information on the instrument cluster, the LCD Warning Messages and the function of all indicator and warning lights, please refer to section 5 of the Owner ’s Manual
This illustration is for demonstration purposes only Some indicators and warning lights may not appear in illustration On the vehicle, they may appear in the LCD
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Trip Modes / Trip Computer
The Trip Computer is a driver information system that displays information related to driving It appears on the display when the Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON position
To cycle through the Trip modes A, press the Mode button B
When in the Trip Computer mode , press the Select/Reset (OK) button C to cycle through the screens When displaying ACCUMUL ATED INFO, DRIVE INFO, DRIVING ST YLE or FUEL ECONOMY screens, press and hold the OK button C to reset to zero
For more information, refer to section 5 of the Owner ’s Manual
REMINDERS:
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Appearance of Trip Computer display may differ as equipped
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All stored driving information (except Odometer and Range) is reset if the bat ter y is disconnected
Instrument Cluster LCD Modes
Press Mode button B to scroll through different Instrument Cluster LCD Modes
Yo u r vehicle’s steering wheel but tons may differ from those in the illustrations
Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided Drivers should remain at tentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the steering wheel mounted controls while driving
For more information, refer to section 5 of the Owner ’s Manual
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Instrument Cluster’s LCD Display Video
Plug-In Hybrid Instrument Cluster Overview Video
Steering Wheel Controls Video
User Settings* Mode: Change settings of Driver Assistance, ECO Vehicle, Doors, Lights, Sound, Convenience, Units and others
Driving Assist: Displays information on the Advanced Driving Assist System (ADAS)
Trip Computer Mode: Displays driving information for range, drive info, energy flow, etc
RANGE (Plug-In Hybrid)• Electric• Gasoline
DRIVE INFO• Tripmeter• Average MPG• Instant MPG
SINCE REFUELING• Tripmeter• Average MPG• Instant MPG
ACCUMULATED INFO• Tripmeter• Average MPG• Instant MPG
ENERGY FLOW
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Information/Master Warning*: Displays information on TPMS, engine temperature and warning messages related to the vehicle when one or more systems is not operating normally
(But tons located on Steering Wheel – Type B)
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VEHICLE SETTINGS
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Turn-by-Turn Mode*: Displays route guidance and destination info

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To enter the User Settings mode in the LCD Instrument Cluster Modes, ensure that the vehicle is at a standstill, put the shift lever in Park, and place the Engine Start/Stop button or Key in the ON position Then press the Mode button A and select User Settings
You can navigate the selections on the display by pressing the OK button B up/down and then select the item by pressing the OK button B again
Driving Assistance*: •Driving Convenience •Speed Limit* •Warning Timing •Warning Volume •Driver Attention Warning (DAW) •Forward Safety •Lane Safety •Blind-spot Safety •Parking Safety*
ECO Vehicle: •Green Zone EV Drive* •Coasting Guidance* •Start Coasting* •Locking Charging Cable •Charge Guidance Sound
Cluster: •Theme Selection •Wiper/Lights Display •Traffic Signs •Icy Road Warning •Cluster Voice Guidance Volume •Welcome Sound
Lights: •Illumination •One-Touch Turn Signal •Ambient Light Brightness •Ambient Light Color •Headlamp Delay •High Beam Assist
Door: •Automatically Lock/Unlock •Two-press Unlock •Horn Feedback •Power Liftgate •Power Liftgate Opening Speed/Height •Smart Liftgate •Remote Window Control*
Convenience: •Seat Easy Access* •Rear Occupant Alert •Service Interval •Welcome Mirror/Light* •Wireless Charging System •Auto Rear Wiper
Units: •Speedometer Unit* •Fuel Economy Unit* •Temperature Unit* •Tire Pressure Unit*
Language •Language: Set the language
Reset •Choosing reset will restore defaults for all User Settings menusRefer to Section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided Do not at tempt to change vehicle system set tings while driving
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Vehicle & User Settings Video
Ambient, Mood & Theme Lighting Video
User Settings* - Instrument Cluster
(But tons located on Steering Wheel – Type B)
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VEHICLE SETTINGS
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Vehicle Settings* - Infotainment System
To enter the Vehicle Settings mode in the Infotainment System A, press the SETUP key or the SETUP button on the screen Then press VEHICLE , which will take you to Vehicle Settings Use the touchscreen to navigate through the menus
Driver Assistance: •Driving Convenience •Speed Limit •Warning Timing •Warning Volume •Driver Attention Warning •Forward Safety •Lane Safety •Blind-spot Safety •Parking Safety
Climate*: •Recirculate Air* •Automatic Ventilation* •Defog/Defrost Options* •Climate Features*
Lights*: •Ambient Light* •One Touch Turn Signal* •Headlight Display* •High Beam Assist*
Door*: •Auto Lock* •Auto Unlock* •Walk-Away Lock*
•Two-Press Unlock* •Smart Trunk*
Cluster*: •Service Interval* •Energy Consumption Reset* •Content Selection* •Cluster Voice Guidance Volume* •Welcome Sound* •Theme Selection*
Convenience*: •Rear Occupant Alert* •Welcome Mirror Light* •Wireless Charging System* •Vehicle Auto-Shut Off*
Seat*: •Seat Position Change Alert* •Smart Posture Care* •Heated/Ventilated Features* •Seat Easy Access* •Rear Seat Heating Control*
Reset: •Reset Vehicle Settings to Factory Defaults
Refer to Section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
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Vehicle & User Settings Video
Vehicle Settings - Infotainment System Video
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Driver Attention WarningSmart Cruise Control

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Plug-In Hybrid Charging Video
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REMINDER: For more detail and/or subsequent steps in charging your vehicle, please see section 1 in the Owner ’s Manual
Charging the Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle (Continued)
To charge the Plug-In Hybrid vehicle using a normal/trickle charger:
1 Connect the ICCB A plug to an electrical outlet
2 Check if the power light (green) B on the ICCB turns on
3 Press the brake pedal and engage the parking brake
4 Turn off all switches, put the shift lever in P (Park), and turn off the vehicle
5 Open the charging door E by pressing the charging door (Ensure doors are unlocked)
6 Remove any dust or water on the charging connector and
charging inlet F
7 Hold the charging connector handle G and connect it to the vehicle’s charging inlet F by pushing the connector until you hear a clicking sound
8 Charging begins automatically (Ensure the charge indicator light is illuminated on your instrument cluster, indicating the vehicle is charging)
Checking the Charging Status
The charging status can be checked by viewing the charging status indicator on the dash panel The lights will progressively become lit as the vehicle approaches a full charge
After charging has started, the light turns green and the estimated charging time is displayed on the Instrument Cluster LCD H for about 1 minute It is also displayed when the driver ’s door is opened with charging in progress When fully charged, the light turns off
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When LK A detects the lane markers, both lanes are displayed white
When LK A does not detect the lane markers, the lanes are displayed gray
When LK A detects the vehicle moving outside of the lane being traveled in, a yellow lane marker will illuminate either on the left or right lane (shown in both images above)
(But tons are located left of the Steering Wheel)
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ADAS
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)
Lane Keeping Assist is not a substitute for safe driving and may not always aler t the driver if the vehicle is driven outside of its lane Always drive safely and use caution
Actual User Set tings steps may var y by model Refer to section 6 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
For illustrative purposes only Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)*†3
Lane Keeping Assist (LK A) is designed to detect the lane markers on the road with a front view camera on the windshield, and may assist the driver ’s steering to potentially help keep the vehicle in the lane When turned on, the instrument cluster indicator will initially illuminate white It will remain white when the vehicle is traveling slower than 40 mph or when LK A does not detect the lane markers When LK A detects the lane markers and can assist the steering, the LK A icon will illuminate green
If the LK A detects that you are moving outside of your lane, without using the turn signal, LK A may give an audible warning and display Lane Departure Warning on the instrument cluster or LK A may provide steering inputs, trying to prevent the vehicle from moving outside its lane
Hands-off Warning - If the driver takes their hands off the Steering Wheel for several seconds, a warning message will appear on the Instrument Cluster And if hands on the Steering Wheel is not detected continually, LFA will be turned off with additional emergency warning
LKA Settings:
•Press and hold the Lane Driving Assist button A to turn LK A on or off, when it is first enabled in the User Settings* in the Instrument Cluster or Vehicle Settings* in the Infotainment System
•Only adjust settings when the vehicle is at a standstill, gear shift is in Park and the ignition is on or the Engine Start/Stop button* in the on position
•To access User settings* in the Instrument Cluster - Press the Mode button B on the Steering Wheel to toggle to User Settings Press the OK button C up/down to toggle to Driver Assistance and then Lane Safety
•To access Vehicle settings* in the Infotainment System – Press the SETUP key or the onscreen SETUP button Press VEHICLE to enter Vehicle Settings Select Driver Assistance, Driving Safety and then Lane Safety
LK A will operate under the following conditions:
•The vehicle speed exceeds approximately 40 mph
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LK A recognizes both sides of the lane markers the vehicle is traveling in
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The vehicle is between the lane markers
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Lane Keeping Assist (LK A) Video
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The Warning Volume can be adjusted in the User Set tings in the Instrument Cluster or the Vehicle Set tings* on the infotainment system Go to Driver Assistance, Warning Method, then Warning Volume
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REMINDERS:
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LK A will not issue a warning if the turn signals or hazard lights are activated
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When the ignition is cycled, LK A will return to the previously set state
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•When HAC is active (e g , accelerating from a stop on an incline), you may notice that the brakes will momentarily remain engaged after you depress the accelerator This is normal HAC operation
•HAC provides a 2-second delay before the vehicle may star t rolling backward
QUICK TIPS
The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during certain cornering maneuvers It is a good idea to keep the ESC turned ON whenever possible
Press ESC OFF button B to disable Traction Control in ESC (ESC OFF indicator will illuminate)
To turn both Traction Control and Stability Control off, press and hold ESC OFF button B (ESC OFF indicator will illuminate, and an alert sounds)
REMINDERS:
•ESC is active by default at vehicle star tup
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The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate whenever the ESC is in operation
Refer to section 6 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while the vehicle is stopped on an incline
Refer to section 6 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
(Located left of Steering Wheel)
Press switch A up or down to adjust display brightness of the instrument
panel illumination
REMINDERS:
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The dimmer does not change brightness when lights are turned off
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The dimmer does not adjust brightness on the audio system screens; use the system’s setup menu to adjust brightness on the screens
HAC is designed to help prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when accelerating from a stop while on a steep incline
HAC automatically activates whether the ESC is OFF or ON but does NOT activate when the ESC has malfunctioned
REMINDERS:
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HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position
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In the event of HAC system malfunction, see Authorized Kia Dealer for ser vice
OFFHOLDOFF
Instrument Cluster ControlHill-Start Assist Control (HAC)†5
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)†5
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DRIVER’S PANEL
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To operate:
•Rotate lever to change the Headlight function
•Push lever to turn High Beams ON
•Pull lever to flash Headlights/High Beams
AUTO Light position – When the light switch is in the AUTO Light position, the tail lights and headlights will turn ON/OFF automatically depending on the amount of light outside the vehicle
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) – DRL may help others to see the front of your vehicle during the day The lights will be on automatically when the ignition or Engine Start/Stop button* is ON and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position, unless one of the following occurs:
•Headlights are on
•Parking brake is applied
•Fog lights are on
•Engine is turned off
REMINDERS:
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High Beam Assist does not operate below cer tain speeds, or in some lighting and driving conditions Please be aware of your surroundings and exercise proper road etiquet te when operating a vehicle while using the high beams
•HBA will operate when vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph
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If the lever is pushed away from you while HBA is operational, HBA will turn off and the high beams will be on continuously If the lever is pulled toward you while HBA is operational, HBA will turn off
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If the light switch is switched to the headlight position, HBA will turn off and low beams will be on continuously
REMINDERS:
•DRL only operates during the day time
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The DRL system turns off when the headlights are ON, parking brake is applied or the front fog lights are turned on
Headlights & High BeamsHigh Beam Assist (HBA)
High Beam Assist is designed to automatically adjust the headlight range by switching between high and low beams based on light detected from oncoming vehicles and road conditions
When switch is in the AUTO position and the vehicle’s ignition or the Engine Start/Stop button* is on, the High Beam Assist will operate To turn HBA off, change the switch setting Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
High Beam Assist (HBA) Video
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AUTO*Auto Light Position / Day time Running Lights / High Beam Assist
OFFHeadlight OFF position
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