instrument panel KIA NIRO EV 2022 Features and Functions Guide

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2†LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER | *IF EQUIPPEDNIRO EV FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
VIDEOS & QR CODES . . Inside Front Cover
INSTRUMENT CLUSTERInstrument Cluster Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 03Indicators & Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04Electric Vehicle (EV) Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05Energy Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05Charge Warning Messages on LCD Display . . . . . . . 06Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . 08Drive Mode Integrated Control System . . . . . . . . . . . 12
VEHICLE SETTINGSLCD Instrument Cluster Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09Trip Modes / Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09User Set tings – Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Vehicle Set tings* – Audio Head Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Service Interval Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) FEATURESCharging Connector Auto/Lock Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Scheduled Charging* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Charging Your Electric Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14EV Mode - UVO link with Navigation* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Regenerative Braking with Paddle Shifters . . . . . . . 18
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Warning (BCW) . . . 19Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW) . . . . . 19Lane Keeping Assist (LK A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Lane Following Assist (LFA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) . . . . . . . . 23Highway Driving Assist (HDA)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Leading Vehicle Depar ture Aler t (LVDA) . . . . . . . . . . 25Smar t Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go* . . . . . . 26Navigation-based Smar t Cruise Control - (NSCC)* 27Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Driver At tention Warning (DAW)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Rear Occupant Aler t (ROA) with Door Monitoring . 29Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW)* . . . . . . .30 Rear View Monitor (RVM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
DRIVER’S PANELInstrument Cluster Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Hill-Star t Assist Control (HAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Power But ton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Automatic Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Power/Heated Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Power Folding Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLSHeadlights & High Beams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Turn Signals & Fog Lights* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
AUDIO SYSTEMSAudio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Bluetooth® Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® Setup . . . . . . . . . . .40UVO link Activation* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41UVO Assistance* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Kia Access with UVO link App Download . . . . . . . . . 42Kia Access with UVO link App Features Guide . . . . 42UVO link with Navigation* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
CENTER PANELDigital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44USB Charger Por ts* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Multimedia USB Por ts & Power Outlets* . . . . . . . . . . 44Wireless Smar tphone Charging System* . . . . . . . . . . 45Automatic Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Rotary Dial Shifter Knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Heated Steering Wheel But ton* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Auto Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
SEATINGFront Seat Headrest Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Power Adjustable Driver ’s Seat* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Folding Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
OTHER KEY FEATURESHood Release Lever and Latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Sunvisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Smar t Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Double-Turn Lock/Unlock All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Map/Room Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54Sunroof Operation* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54Liftgate Release But ton* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55Child-Protector Rear Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55Tire Mobility Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
SAFETY FEATURESOccupant Detection System (ODS) / Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
MAINTENANCE CHART . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS . . Inside Back Cover
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ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) FEATURES
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) F E AT U R E S
Zero Emission
POWER
CHARGE
FAULT
(Trickle / normal charge shown)
Charging Your Electric Vehicle (Continued)
To charge the Niro EV using a normal/trickle charger:
•Connect the ICCB or “Normal” Charger plug A to a dedicated 240-volt/32-amp electrical outlet
•Check if the power light (green) B on the ICCB turns on (trickle charger only)
•Press the brake pedal and engage the parking brake
•Turn off all switches, turn the Rotary Dial Shifter Knob to P (Park), and turn off the vehicle
•To open the charge port door, press the opening indicator (small triangle) at the far right edge of the charge port door G . Remove the inlet cover with tether H (the charging door can be opened when the vehicle is unlocked)
•Hold the charging connector handle and connect it to the vehicle’s trickle/normal charging inlet I by pushing the connector until you hear a clicking sound
•Charging begins automatically (Ensure the charge indicator light is illuminated red on your instrument cluster, indicating the vehicle is charging, and ensure scheduled charging is not set)
Checking the Charging Status
The charging status can be checked by viewing the charging status indicator J on the dash panel . The lights will progressively become lit as the vehicle approaches a full charge . Ensure scheduled charging is not set .
REMINDER: For more detail and/or subsequent steps in charging your vehicle, including safet y precautions that should be taken, please see the Owner ’s Manual .I
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Lane Following Assist (LFA)*†4
REMINDERS:

If the ignition is cycled, LFA returns to its previous state, on or off, if activated in the User Set tings menu and when combined with SCC . If using the Steering Wheel LFA but ton, then LFA defaults to off

LFA is not a substitute for safe and proper driving . Always drive safely and use caution
Lane Following Assist (LFA) is designed to help ensure that the vehicle stays centered in its lane A by monitoring the detected lane markings ahead and adjusting the steering . The instrument cluster indicator will initially illuminate white when turned ON, and on some vehicles, when SCC is engaged . It will remain white when the system does not detect the lane markers . When the system detects the lane markers and can assist the steering, the LFA icon will illuminate green B . When LFA is enabled in the User or Vehicle Settings*, press the LFA button C to turn LFA on or off .
LFA will operate only when these conditions are met:
•LFA recognizes both sides of the lane markers the vehicle is traveling in

The vehicle is traveling slower than 95 mph
LFA User Settings:
•To go to User Settings in the Instrument Cluster, press the Mode button D on the Steering Wheel when the vehicle is at a standstill, gear shift is in Park and with the ignition on or the Engine Start/Stop button* in the ON position, and select User Settings

To enable LFA , when in User Settings, press the Move (OK) button E up/down and Select Driver Assistance then Driving Assist and select Lane Following Assist . Press the OK button E

Some models access settings through the Vehicle Settings in the audio head unit . Press the SETUP hard key on the audio head unit, then VEHICLE on the screen to enter Vehicle Settings

Some vehicles have a Lane Driving Assist / Lane Safety button* on the Driver ’s Panel or the Steering Wheel . Press to activate Lane Following Assist
(But tons located on steering wheel)
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation .
LFA is supplemental . Do not solely rely on this system and always pay at tention to the road and its conditions .
Actual User Set tings steps may var y by model . See section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more detailed information, limitations and conditions .
Lane Following Assist (LFA)* is not a substitute for safe and proper driving . Always drive safely and use caution . LFA may not always aler t the driver when the vehicle is approaching another vehicle .
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Lane Following Assist (LFA) Video
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The LFA Warning Volume can be adjusted in the User Set tings in the Instrument Cluster or the Vehicle Set tings* on the audio head unit
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ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)†6
The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during certain cornering maneuvers . It is a good idea to keep 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

The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate whenever the ESC is in operation
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
Instrument Cluster Control
Press switch A up or down to adjust display brightness of the instrument panel illumination .
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)†6
The HAC system is designed to help prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when accelerating from a stop while on a steep incline .
The HAC system automatically activates whether the ESC is OFF or ON but does NOT activate when the ESC has malfunctioned .
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REMINDERS:

The HAC system does not operate when the Rotar y Dial Shifter Knob is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position

In the event of an HAC system malfunction, see an Authorized Kia Dealer for service

HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while the vehicle is stopped on an incline
•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 t wo-second delay before the vehicle may star t rolling backward
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Automatic Door Lock
Auto Door Lock will engage when the Rotary Dial Shifter Knob 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 .
But ton configuration may var y depending on vehicle model . Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
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 climate control system panel .
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
Power Folding Outside Mirrors*

Press L or R buttons D (left or right) to select mirrors . Then press arrows E to adjust mirror position .
To fold and unfold both the outside rearview mirrors, press the folding mirror button F as pictured:
•Left − The mirrors will unfold
•Right − The mirrors will fold
•Center − The mirrors will fold/unfold automatically when doors are locked/unlocked with the Smart Key or a door handle button is pressed . Also, the mirrors will unfold when approaching the vehicle with the Smart Key fob in proximity
REMINDER: To lock position of mirrors, toggle switch to the neutral (center) position .
Power Windows, Window Lock
& Central Door Lock
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
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, window controls for the Rear Passenger Windows are disabled
•When closing, be mindful of any objects or persons
Press the but ton again to stop Auto Up/Down function .
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•While driving with the rear windows down or with the sunroof* in an open or par tially open position, a wind buffeting or pulsation noise may be heard . This noise is a normal occurrence and can be reduced or eliminated by the following:
•If the noise occurs with one or both of the rear windows down, par tially lower both front windows approximately 1 inch
•If the noise occurs with the sunroof open, slightly reduce the size of the sunroof opening
QUICK TIPS
To automatically fold mirrors when exiting vehicle, press the LOCK but ton once on the Smar t Key .
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(Located below left of Rotar y Dial Shifter Knob)
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Auto Hold
REMINDERS:

As a bulb check, the EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned ON

If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily, or continues to remain lit, take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked
•The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving

A click or electric brake motor sound may be heard while operating or releasing the EPB, but these conditions are normal and indicate that the EPB is functioning properly
REMINDERS:

To reduce the risk of an accident, do not activate Auto Hold while driving downhill, backing up or parking your vehicle

Do not solely rely on the Auto Hold system to keep the vehicle stopped . Always pay at tention to traf fic and road conditions, and be prepared to depress the brakes
•Auto Hold turns off when ignition is cycled

Auto Hold only operates when vehicle is in Drive, Neutral or Reverse
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Auto Hold temporarily maintains the vehicle at a standstill even if the brake pedal is released . Auto Hold can be turned ON/OFF using the AUTO HOLD switch B on the center panel . Before Auto Hold will operate, the driver ’s door, engine hood and trunk must be closed, and the driver ’s seat belt must be fastened .
The Auto Hold indicator has four states:
Standby (white): With vehicle in Park and at a standstill, and AUTO HOLD switch B turned ON, the indicator will illuminate white . While driving the vehicle (vehicle is not at a standstill), the Auto Hold indicator will remain white .
Engaged (green): When coming to a complete stop and depressing the brake pedal, the Auto Hold indicator changes from white to green .
OFF (not illuminated): The indicator will turn OFF when the AUTO HOLD switch B is turned OFF or when the EPB is manually turned ON .
Malfunction (yellow): When the indicator is illuminated yellow, there may be a system malfunction . Take your vehicle to a local Kia dealer .
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
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•When leaving your keys with parking lot at tendants or valet, make sure to inform them how to operate the EPB
•If parked on a steep incline/decline, pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB application
•Pull up and hold EPB switch again to increase brake pressure if parked on a decline or incline
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The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system utilizes an electric motor to engage the parking brake .
Applying the Parking Brake
Pull up the EPB switch A . Ensure that the indicator light is illuminated on the instrument cluster .
Releasing the Parking Brake
The EPB will automatically release when the brake pedal is engaged and shifter is shifted out of P (Park) to R (Reverse) or shifted out of N (Neutral) to Reverse or D (Drive) .
Manually, depress the brake pedal, then press the EPB switch A
down, with the ignition switch in the ON position . Ensure that the indicator light is OFF .
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Electronic Parking Brake Video
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