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  The power outlets are inactive when ignition is in the OFF position .
  Wireless Charging Video   To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website .
Refer to page 2 for more information  .
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Standard Audio System Clock Setup:
Press the CLOCK key to display the Clock setting screen  . Then use the 
on-screen buttons to navigate through setup and return  to exit .
UVO eServices with Navigation* Clock Setup:
Press the SETUP key, then the CLOCK button to display the Clock setting 
screen . Then use the on-screen buttons to navigate through setup and 
return  to exit .
QR CODEDigital Clock*
12V 12V180W
AUX USB180W
12V180W
AAux/USB/iPod® Port & Power Outlets
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REMINDER: Using the power outlet (accessory plug) for prolonged periods of time with the engine off could cause the battery to discharge  .
For more information on the Aux/USB/iPod® Port & Power Outlets, refer to the Owner's Manual.
USB Charger*
The USB charger is located inside 
the Center Console and on rear of 
the Center Console . 
Wireless Smartphone 
Charging System*
1 . Slide open tray cover
2  . Place smartphone on the center of the charging pad
3  . Indicator light A will change to amber once the wireless charging begins
4 . Once charging is complete, the orange 
light will change to green
  If wireless charging does not work, move smartphone around the pad until the charging indicator turns amber  . Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area  .
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REMINDERS: 
 •  Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area
 •  This vehicle is equipped with wireless charging technology which allows for a device to be charged using inductive charging, however, device compatibility varies . See your owner’s manual for more detailed information and the back page for legal disclaimers  
 •  Inductive charging systems are less ef ficient than conventional charging through cable  . As a result,  higher device operating temperatures may be experienced during use 
 •  Charging Performance - Device position on the wireless charging system can affect charging performance . Other factor that may affect the charging rate includes foreign objects, such as coins or pens, and phone case thickness(Rear of Center Console shown)
(Located in front of Gear Shift)
Requires QI enabled device or QI enabled case
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 •When leaving your keys with parking lot attendants or valet, make sure to inform them how to operate the EPB •If parked on a steep incline, pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB application •Pull up and hold EPB switch a second time to increase brake pressure if parked on a decline or incline
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)*  Electric Parking Break (EPB)/AUTO HOLD Video
 To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website .
Refer to page 2 for more information  .
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The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system utilizes 
an electric motor to engage the parking brake  .
Applying the Parking Brake
Depress the brake pedal and pull up the 
EPB switch . Ensure that the indicator light is 
illuminated on the instrument cluster  .
Releasing the Parking Brake
The EPB will automatically release when the 
shifter is placed in Reverse or Drive .
To release EPB manually, depress the brake pedal, then press the EPB 
switch A, with the ignition switch in the ON position  . Ensure that the 
indicator light is OFF .
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 indicates that the EPB is functioning properly
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Auto Hold*
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 below gear shift  . 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 on the 
Instrument Cluster has four states:
White: Standby - With vehicle at a 
standstill, and AUTO HOLD switch B is 
pressed On, the indicator will illuminate 
white . While driving the vehicle (vehicle is 
not at a standstill), the Auto Hold indicator 
will remain white  .
Green: Engaged - When coming to a complete stop by 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 manually pressed Off or when the EPB is manually turned On .
Yellow: Malfunction - When the indicator is illuminated yellow, there may 
be a system malfunction . Take your vehicle to a local Kia dealer  .
Refer to page 4 for location of Instrument Cluster indicators. 
A
B
(Located below gear shift)
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Front Seat Headrest Adjustment
SET
1
2
  Optima Driver's Seat Memory Video   To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website  .
Refer to page 2 for more information  .
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C
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A
Driver Position Memory System*
To raise headrest: Pull headrest up  .
To lower headrest: Press lock A, then press the headrest down  .
To store a seating position into memory, first place 
the shifter into P (Park) while the ignition switch is 
ON . Then:
1  . Adjust the driver’s seat
2  . Press the SET button B on the control panel  . 
System will beep once
3 . Press one of the memory buttons C within 
5 seconds  . The system will beep twice when 
memory has been stored
4 . “Driver (1 or 2) set is memorized” will appear on 
the instrument cluster LCD screen
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SEATING  
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When adjusting seat forward or backwards, ensure seat clicks or locks into place before driving vehicle .
Press button once for high setting (2 LEDs lit), 
again for low setting (1 LED lit) and again to  
turn OFF .
Seat Warmers — Press top of button once for 
high setting (3 LEDs lit), again for medium setting 
(2 LEDs lit), again for low setting (1 LED lit) and 
again to turn OFF  .
Ventilated Seats — Press setting (3 again for 
medium LEDs lit), bottom of button once for high 
setting (2 LEDs lit), again for low setting (1 LED lit) 
and again to turn OFF  .
Yellow Color: 
Warming
Yellow Color: 
Warming
Blue Color: 
Ventilating
Seat Warmers/Ventilated Seats*
Seat Warmers*   Heated and Ventilated Seats Video   To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website .
Refer to page 2 for more information  .
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 •With the seat warmer switch in the ON position, the heating system in the seat turns OFF or ON automatically depending on the seat temperature •System turns OFF when the ignition is cycled  . To turn system ON again, press the Heated Steering Wheel button  . 
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AB
D
C
QR CODE6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat
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Pull lever A to slide Seat forward/backward  . 
Pull/press lever B to adjust Seat height .
Pull lever C to adjust Seatback recline  .
Press D to adjust Lumbar support
(Buttons located below gear shift)
(Buttons located below gear shift)
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Map/Room Lamps
Automatic turn off function*
The interior lights automatically turn off approximately 30 seconds after the 
ENGINE START/STOP button is OFF .
Map/Personal Lamp
Push the lens A to turn the Map Lamp ON/OFF . This light produces a spot 
beam for convenient use as a Map Lamp or Personal Lamp for the driver or 
front passenger .
Room Lamp
   : When pressed B, the lamp turns ON when any door is opened  .
   : When pressed C, the lamp stays on continuously .
( Type A )
( Type B)
Panoramic Sunroof Operation*
The Sunroof and Sunshade operation is controlled through a multi-
directional switch/lever, and the ignition needs to be in the ON position to 
operate the Sunroof/Sunshade .
Slide the Sunshade and Sunroof:
 •Auto Open: Slide lever backward to the farthest position and release
 •Auto Close (Sunroof only): Slide the lever D forward to the farthest 
position and release 
Slide the Sunshade:
 •Open: Slide the lever D partially backward to the first detent position
 •Auto Close: Slide the lever D forward to the farthest position
Slide the Sunroof (with Sunshade open):
 •Open: Slide the lever D backward and release
 •Close: Slide the lever D partially forward to the first detent position or 
pull the lever downward
Tilt the Sunroof:
 •Raise: Push lever D upward
 •Lower: Pull lever D downward
 •Auto Close: Slide the lever D forward to the farthest position
REMINDER: Sunshade needs to remain OPEN while Sunroof is open and vehicle is moving  .
 
 •When doors are unlocked by the Smart Key*, the lamp turns ON for approximately 30 seconds •If your vehicle is equipped with the theft alarm system, the interior lights automatically turn off approximately 3 seconds after the system is in armed stage •Using interior lights for an extended period of time may cause battery discharge
QUICK TIPS  To stop the Sunroof/Sunshade at any position, push or pull the Sunroof control  lever in any direction .
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CAA
B
D
B
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1 . Pull the Hood Release Lever A to unlatch the Hood 
2  . In the front of the vehicle, lift the Hood slightly, pull the secondary Latch B inside 
of the Hood’s center and lift the Hood
Hood Release Lever and Latch
Opening the Hood:
Closing the Hood:
Lower the Hood about halfway and then press down to securely  
lock in place  .
(Located on Driver side kick panel)(Located inside of Hood's center) 
A
B
Child Safety Locks
Locate these locks on the rear edge of the rear passenger doors  . Turn the safety lock 
to the LOCK position to disable the inner door handles from opening the rear doors  .
REMINDER: Child Safety Lock is located on rear passenger’s door jamb .
Back-Up Warning System  
(Rear Parking Assist System)*
The Back-Up Warning System is not a safety device . The Back-
Up Warning System is a supplemental system that assists the 
driver by chiming if any object is detected within the sensing area 
to the rear and side of the vehicle when backing up . When the 
ignition is ON, the system is activated . 
REMINDERS: 
 •  If the vehicle is moving at speeds over 3 mph, the system may not  activate correctly
 •  When more than two objects are sensed at the same time, the closest one will be recognized first
 
The Back-Up Warning System is not a substitute for proper and safe backing-up procedures. Always drive safely and use caution when backing up. The Back-Up Warning System may not detect every object behind the vehicle.
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