brakes KIA NIRO PHEV 2020 Features and Functions Guide

20NIRO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE*IF EQUIPPED †LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist Video
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DRIVER'S PANEL
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
(FCA)†6a
The FCA is designed to help alert the driver, and under certain
conditions, apply emergency braking, when rapidly approaching
a vehicle that is slowing down, braking or stopped . Initially, the
FCA provides Forward Collision Warning (FCW ) when it detects
a potential collision with a vehicle in front, emitting an audible
warning and visual alert on the instrument cluster .
Adjust the alert settings (Early, Normal, Late) in the User
Settings . To turn the FCA /FCW off, go to User Settings again
and turn it off .
If the collision risk has increased, the Forward Collision-
Avoidance Assist (FCA) automatically applies the brakes to
reduce your speed, potentially helping to reduce the effects of a
possible collision . FCA is ON by default and can be turned OFF
in the User Settings menu on the Instrument Cluster display .
The FCA /FCW will become active when the:
• Engine Start /Stop button is ON
• Vehicle is traveling more than 5 mph
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is ON
Lane Following Assist (LFA) System*)†6a
The Lane Following Assist (LFA) System is designed to help
ensure that the vehicle stays in its lane by monitoring the
detected lane ahead and adjusting steering .
To activate or deactivate the LFA System, go to User Settings
in the Instrument Cluster by pressing the Mode button on the
Steering Wheel . Select Driver Assistance > Driving Assist >
LFA (Lane Following Assist) and press the OK button A on
the Steering Wheel .
The LFA System will operate only when these conditions are
met:
• When the Smart Cruise Control (SCC) is on and operating
• The vehicle is traveling faster than 5 mph and slower than
10 0 mph
Once the system starts operating, the indicator light ()
turns on in the instrument cluster . The indicator will display
the colors according to the system status as follows:
Green: ActiveWhite: Standby
The Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) / Forward Collision Warning (FCW)* systems are not substitutes for safe and proper driving. Always drive safely and use caution. FCA/FCW may not always alert the driver when the vehicle is approaching another vehicle.
REMINDERS:
• The FCA will be activated by default when vehicle power is cycled on, even when previously set to off
• If the FCA is operating and the ESC (Electronic Stability Control) is turned off, the FCA system is automatically turned off
• When FCA system is off, the FCA warning indicator is on in the Instrument Cluster
REMINDERS:
• If the ignition is cycled, the LFA returns to its previous state, on or off
• The LFA System is not a substitute for safe and proper driving . Always drive safely and use caution
(Buttons located on Steering Wheel – Type B)
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)†7
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†7 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 start-up
•
The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate whenever the ESC is in operation
For more information on Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and its specific features and operation, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.
HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while the vehicle is stopped on an incline.
(Located left of Steering Wheel)
Instrument Cluster Control
Press switch A up or down to adjust display brightness of the instrument panel
illumination .
REMINDERS:
• The dimmer does not change brightness when lights are turned off
• The Dimmer does not adjust brightness on the audio system screens; use the system’s setup menu to adjust brightness on the screens .
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)†7
HAC is designed to help prevent the vehicle from rolling
backward when accelerating from a stop while on a steep
incline .
The HAC automatically activates whether the ESC is OFF or ON
but does NOT activate when the ESC has malfunctioned .
REMINDERS:
•
The HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position
•In the event of HAC system malfunction, see Authorized Kia Dealer for service
•
•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 start rolling backward
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The SCC system is a supplemental system and is not a substitute for safe driving. It is the responsibility of the driver to always check the speed and distance to the vehicle ahead.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go System* Video
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(Distances are approximate and vary depending on vehicle speed)
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Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go System*† 6 a ,1 8
The Smart Cruise Control (SCC) system allows you to set the vehicle to maintain a speed so long as
it is not limited by traffic . When traffic is encountered, the vehicle may be slowed to help maintain a
set distance behind traffic detected ahead without the driver depressing the brake pedal .
With the SCC on and activated, the vehicle-to-vehicle distance set, and the system detects a vehicle
slowing or stopping, the system can bring the vehicle to a complete stop . When the vehicle ahead
starts to move forward, the SCC system re-engages . If the vehicle ahead stops for more than 3
seconds, the accelerator pedal or the RES+ button must be pressed to start moving the vehicle .
To set/adjust the SCC speed:
•Push the CRUISE button A to turn system ON . The CRUISE indicator will illuminate on the
instrument cluster
•Accelerate/decelerate to the desired speed .
•Press button B down to set the speed . The SET indicator light will illuminate .The set speed and
vehicle-to-vehicle distance will illuminate on the LCD screen . Press the RES+/SET- button B up/
down to increase/decrease the set speed
To adjust the vehicle-to-vehicle distance setting C: Press the SCC button D on the steering
wheel . The images on the LCD screen E and the Instrument Cluster F will change when scrolling
through the settings . Each time the button is pressed, the vehicle-to-vehicle distance changes .
To cancel SCC operation: Press the CANCEL button G or press the brake pedal .
The LCD screen will display a message that the SCC operation is canceled H .
To turn SCC system OFF: Press the CRUISE button A . The CRUISE indicator on
the instrument cluster will turn OFF .
• To change the Cruise Control mode from SCC to standard Cruise Control, press and hold button D . Repeat to switch modes again ( The SCC system must not be activated to change modes) .
• For the SCC System to operate, you must be traveling at a minimum speed of 20 mph, when no vehicle is in front .
• The Smart Cruise Control System (SCC) is deactivated when driving under the speed of 6 .0 mph
• When following a vehicle, the system will automatically adjust your cruise speed based on the vehicle detected in front .
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REMINDERS:
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In standard Cruise Control, the driver needs to manually assess the distance from other vehicles as the system will not apply brakes to slow down automatically in order to turn SCC ON/OFF
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SCC system is activated when ignition is turned on . Speed will need to be reset when ignition is cycled on
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The distance settings are approximations and may vary depending on factory settings at the time . See owner’s manual for more information
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The SCC is also canceled when the driver’s door is opened, gear shift is changed out of D (Drive) and various other conditions . See owner’s manual for other conditions
•
If the SCC system is left on, it can be activated inadvertently . Keep the system off when not in use to avoid setting a speed which the driver is not aware