lock 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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4*IF EQUIPPEDNIRO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
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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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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10*IF EQUIPPEDNIRO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
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  
Refer to the inside front cover for  more information on QR codes  www youtube  com/KiaFeatureVideos
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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A
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11*IF EQUIPPEDALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER ’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS  
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
Driver
Assistance
Drive  Mode
ECO  Vehicle
Active Sound
Design
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V ehicle Settings
Driving
ConvenienceForward SafetySpeed Limit
Lane Safety
Blind-Spot SafetyParking  Safety
Driver Attention WarningSmart Cruise Control
            
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VEHICLE SETTINGS
VEHICLESETTINGS
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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  
HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM
HYBRID/PLUG-IN
 
HYBRID
(Message on Cluster Display)
Remaining Time
2 h 35 m
kW
10%
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(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
 • 
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
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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  
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 •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
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HYBRID
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 •To use electrical accessories:
ACC position
 -When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP but ton once
ON position
 -When already in the ACC position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP but ton again
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When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP but ton t wice
 -Keeping the vehicle in ACC or ON position without turning the engine on may discharge the vehicle’s battery 
QUICK TIPS
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information  
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  U I F  P V U T J E F  S F B S W J F X  N J S S P S T A will rotate downward to aid in reverse parking  
To turn ON the Reverse Parking Aid Function, move switch to either the L or R mirror buttons B  Both mirrors will move 
To turn OFF, move switch to center  
The outside rearview mirrors will automatically return to their original positions when:
 •The Engine Start/Stop button is in the OFF position
 •The gear shift lever is moved to any position except  
R (Reverse)
Reverse Parking Aid Function*Engine Start/Stop Button†6
(But tons panel located on Driver's Door )
REMINDERS: When the outside rear view mirror but tons are not depressed, the Reverse Parking Aid Function will not operate and the outside rear view mirrors will not rotate downward  
Refer to section 6 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information 
REMINDERS: 
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In an emergency situation while the vehicle is in motion, you are able to turn the engine off and to the ACC position by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP but ton for more than 2 seconds or 3 times successively within 3 seconds
 • 
If the Smar t Key bat ter y is weak or not working properly, hold the Smar t Key fob up to the ENGINE START/STOP but ton (Lock but ton side closest) and press the but ton to star t the engine
 • 
With the engine off, hydraulic power assist for steering and braking will be disabled and the vehicle will be more dif ficult to control
To start the engine: 
 •Depress the brake pedal
 • 
Press the ENGINE START/STOP  button while gear shift is in P (Park) 
 •To turn the vehicle OFF, press the  
ENGINE START/STOP button 
To use the ENGINE START/STOP button, you must  
have the Smart Key fob on your person  
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Start/Stop Button Video
Kia Smart & Folding Key Fobs Video
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To automatically fold mirrors when exiting vehicle, press the LOCK but ton once on the Smar t Key 
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Automatic Door Lock/Unlock
Auto Door Lock/Unlock will engage when the gear shift is moved into or out of the P (Park) position  Refer to the User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes on how to turn Auto Door Lock/Unlock ON/OFF   
Power/Heated Outside Mirrors
Mirror heaters automatically turn ON/OFF at the same time the Rear Window Defroster is turned ON/OFF  Rear Window Defroster button*  is located on the climate control system panel  
A  Pull/Press to operate Driver ’s and Front Passenger ’s Windows Auto-Up/Down*
B Press to Unlock/Lock All Doors
C  Press to disable Rear  Passenger Windows
REMINDERS: 
 • When pressed  C, controls for the Rear  Passenger Windows are disabled
 • 
When closing, be mindful of any  objects or persons
REMINDER: To lock position of mirrors, toggle switch to the neutral (center) position  
Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock
To fold the mirrors in manually, pull the mirror towards the window 
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information 
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information 
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information  
Move the switch D to the left or right to select mirrors  Then press  arrows E to adjust mirror position 
To both fold and unfold the outside rearview mirrors, press the  folding mirror button F as pictured 
Power Folding Outside Mirrors*
Manual Folding Mirrors*
DRIVER’S PANEL
DRIVER’SPA N EL
Press the but ton again to stop Auto Up/Down function  
QUICK TIP
If needed, pull the mirror firmly until it folds 
QUICK TIP
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It may be helpful to pull/push bot tom of Steering Wheel towards/away from you to adjust desired distance 
QUICK TIP
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel†1 7
Do not at tempt to adjust steering wheel position when vehicle is in motion as this may cause you to lose control of the vehicle  
For illustrative purposes only  Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y 
For more information, refer to section 5 of the Owner ’s Manual  
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Tilt/Telescoping/Heated Steering Wheel Video
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To adjust the Steering Wheel, push the lock-release lever A down and adjust the desired angle B and distance C 
When finished, pull the lock-release lever A up to lock Steering Wheel in place  
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING 
 
WHEEL CONTROLS
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45*IF EQUIPPEDALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER ’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS  
 •The smar tphone and vehicle need to be connected to a cellular net work with good wireless signal strength in order to use Kia Connect  If these conditions are not met, remote command may not execute or takes long time  It will also effect voice commands
 • 
To use Remote Star t or Remote Star t with Climate Control feature, all doors, hood and trunk/liftgate must be closed and locked
 •When Remote Star t is activated, if the driver does not enter the vehicle within 10 minutes, the Remote Star t will turn the engine off 
 •When using Remote Star t with Climate Control, turn on for at least a few minutes before get ting into the vehicle, allowing the vehicle interior to reach your desired temperature 
 • 
The quickest way to obtain accurate vehicle status through the app is by pressing the refresh but ton on the app or refreshing the web page when using the customer web por tal
 •In order to preser ve the vehicle bat ter y, Kia Connect will not turn on seven days after the last ignition was on   You will need to restar t the vehicle with a key fob in order to use Kia Connect again
QUICK TIPS
INFOTAINMENTSYSTEMS
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS
Kia Access App Download
Go to an app marketplace to download the Kia Access App   Once you download the app, make sure you register your vehicle and start an account (refer to Kia Connect Activation page)  Get to know your new Kia and the available convenient features on the app  
2020 SOULMILEAGE722 mi.
355 miEst. RangeDOOR LOCKSREMOTE STARTFind My Car
The Kia Access App Features Guide helps you utilize the app to its full potential by detailing each feature and how to adjust 
various settings  Below are some of the topics included: 
 •Remote Commands
 •Set Climate
 •Schedule Remote Start/Climate
 •Schedule Charge
 •Schedule Service 
 •Dealer Settings
 •Manage Vehicles and Profiles
Kia Access App Features Guide
Kia App Screen for illustrative purposes only   Actual App screen and functionalit y may var y   For fur ther Kia Connect link operations, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide 
Do not use remote climate control or remote star t if vehicle is in an enclosed area (e g  , closed garage) or a par tially enclosed area without ventilation   Close all doors leading from adjacent living areas to the vehicle area before executing a remote climate control or remote star t command 
Kia Access App Features Guide. Click this dynamic QR code to access the guide  Some phone’s operating systems may need to be updated to scan dynamic QR codes 
Download the Kia Access App by clicking this dynamic QR code  Some phone’s operating systems may need to be updated to scan dynamic QR codes  
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