center console KIA SPORTAGE 2023 Features and Functions Guide

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
INSTRUMENTCLUSTERDrive Mode Integrated Control System
(Type B shown Located below gear shift)
The Drive Mode may be selected based on the driver ’s preferences and road conditions
To cycle through the different Drive Modes A, rotate the DRIVE MODE dial B The
instrument cluster LCD will display SPORT, SMART or SNOW * mode when selected When
in NORMAL mode, it will not display in the instrument cluster
•NORMAL – This mode balances drivability and efficiency Normal mode automatically
changes the vehicle to 2WD or AWD* depending on the road conditions
•SPORT – This mode provides enhanced acceleration and dynamic drivability The
electric energy efficiency may decrease in this mode
•SMART – When the SMART mode is activated, the system automatically selects
the drive mode best suited to the current driving style (economic, average, spirited)
The color of the SMART mode indicator (green, white, red) depends on the current
driving style
•SNOW* - Press and hold the DRIVE MODE button to enter Snow Mode Snow mode
automatically changes the vehicle to 2WD or AWD depending on the road conditions
Image is for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation Your vehicle’s but tons may differ from those in the illustrations
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
NORMAL
SPORT
SNOW SMART
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes
www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Drive Mode Integrated Control Video
QR CODE
A
REMINDERS:

Steering effor t may be slightly increased in Spor t mode
•When SPORT mode is selected, fuel economy may decrease
(Center Console)
AUTO
HOLDOFF
DRIVE MODE
B

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ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)
ADAS
Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW)*†4
REMINDERS:

If the vehicle is moving at speeds over 3 mph, the system may not activate correctly

When more than t wo objects are sensed at the same time, the closest one will be recognized first
Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW) is a supplemental system that is designed to assist the driver by chiming if
certain objects are detected within the sensing area to the front and rear of the vehicle when moving forward or backing up
PDW is activated when the ignition is ON and the vehicle is in R (Reverse) To deactivate the system, press the Parking Safety
button A
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Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW) Video
QR CODE
AThe driver assist systems Warning Volume can be adjusted in User Set tings* in the Instrument Cluster or Vehicle Set tings* in the Infotainment System
QUICK TIP
When engaged, For ward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW) is not a substitute for proper and safe backing-up procedures Always drive safely and use caution when moving the vehicle for ward or in reverse For ward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW) may not detect ever y object in front of or behind the vehicle
Image is for illustrative purposes only and features or functions may var y on actual vehicle Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
(But ton located below gear shift)
(Center Console)
AUTO
HOLDOFF
DRIVE MODEA

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ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)
ADAS
Rear View Monitor is a supplemental system that displays the view behind the vehicle through the infotainment system screen while the vehicle is in Reverse
To turn RVM on/off, press the Parking/ View button A on the center console
RVM User Settings:
• Camera Settings - Go to User Settings* in the Instrument Cluster LCD or press and hold the LCD Mode button B on the right side of the Steering Wheel to go to Vehicle Settings* in the Infotainment System or press the SETUP key/button on the Infotainment System Select VEHICLE, DRIVER ASSISTANCE, PARKING SAFET Y, then CAMER A SETTINGS
• To adjust the warning volume, press the SETUP key/button on the Infotainment System, VEHICLE, DRIVER ASSISTANCE then WARNING VOLUME Select high, medium, low
The Rear View Monitor activates when the:
• POWER button is in the ON/READY position
• Gear shifter is in the R (Reverse) position
Rear View Monitor (RVM)†4
REMINDERS:

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not reflect actual operation

While camera is active, only the Infotainment System can be operated on the Steering Wheel and Audio Head Unit All other features are disabled

Rear View Monitor may not display ever y object behind the vehicle

Adjusting the Warning Timing and Warning Volume may adjust timing and volume levels for other driving assist systems
When engaged, RVM is not a substitute for proper and safe backing-up procedures Rear View Monitor may not display ever y object behind the vehicle Always drive safely and use caution when backing up
AUTO
HOLDOFF
DRIVE MODE
(But ton located below gear shift knob)
A
OK
MODE
MODE
OK OK
OK
OK
OK
OK OK
OK
OK OK
OK
(But tons located on steering wheel)
B

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ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)
ADAS
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
3D Surround View Monitor (SVM) Video
QR CODE
REMINDERS:

The SVM camera is equipped with an optical lens to provide a wider range of vision and may appear different from the actual distance

While the SVM is active, and Parking Safet y Priorit y is selected in the User Set tings* / Vehicle Set tings*, the volume will be lowered on all audio modes
Surround View Monitor (SVM)*†4
Surround View Monitor (SVM) is a parking support system that shows the areas around the front, rear, left and right sides of the vehicle, as well as a 3D view of the vehicle via four cameras displayed onto the infotainment screen
•Press the Parking/ View button A to turn on Surround View Monitor Press the button again to turn off the function
•Other view modes can be selected by touching the view icons B on the Surround View Monitor screen
•Surround View Monitor Auto On: From the Vehicle Settings* menu, select Driver Assistance → Parking Safety → Surround View Monitor Auto On, and the front parking assist view screen is displayed when Parking Distance Warning warns the driver while driving in D (Drive)
To change the SVM settings, press the onscreen settings icon C, while SVM is operating
(But ton located below gear shift)
The Front View of SVM will turn off when the gear shift is moved into Park or Reverse or the Parking/ View but ton is pressed
QUICK TIP
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation
When engaged, Surround View Monitoring (SVM) is only a supplemental device Drivers should not rely solely on the SVM information when parking and backing up Drivers should always pay at tention and directly check the left/right and rear
See section 6 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
B
C
(Center Console)
AUTO
HOLDOFF
DRIVE MODE
A

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DRIVER'S PANEL
DRIVER’S PANEL
For illustrative purposes only Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Engine Start/Stop Button*†7
To start the engine:
1 Depress the brake pedal
2
Press the Engine Start/Stop button while the gear shift is in P (Park) or N (Neutral)
To turn the engine OFF, press the Engine Start/Stop button
To use the Engine Start/Stop button, you must have the Smart Key fob on your person or inside the vehicle
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Start/Stop Button Video
QR CODE
REMINDERS:

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 button for more than 2 seconds or 3 times successively within 3 seconds

If Smar t Key fob bat ter y is dead, with the lock but ton facing the Engine Star t/Stop but ton, hold the fob up against the Engine Star t/Stop but ton and press and hold until the engine star ts

Do not turn the vehicle off by pushing the Star t/Stop but ton while the vehicle is in motion If the vehicle has been turned off the power brake and power steering system cannot operate

With the vehicle off, hydraulic power assist for steering and braking will be disabled and the vehicle will be more dif ficult to control
To use electrical accessories:
ACC position
-When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the Engine Star t/Stop but ton once A
On position
-When already in the ACC position A and without depressing the brake pedal, press the Engine Star t/Stop but ton again B
-When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP but ton t wice A
Keeping the vehicle in ACC or the ON position for extended periods of time without turning the engine on may discharge the vehicle’s bat ter y
QUICK TIPS
(But ton located above gear shift)
(Center Console)
ENGINESTART
STOP

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and adjust to the desired angle B and then the distance C
When finished, pull the lock-release lever A up to lock Steering
Wheel in place
REMINDER: If the steering wheel becomes too warm, turn the system off The heated steering wheel may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time
Heated Steering Wheel*
While the Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON position, press the Heated Steering Wheel but ton D to turn the steering wheel heater ON/OFF The steering wheel heater will turn off automatically in 30 minutes, or when button D is pressed again to deactivate
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel
A
B
C
If ignition is cycled, the Heated Steering Wheel turns OFF Press but ton again to turn ON
QUICK TIPIt may be helpful to pull/push bot tom of Steering Wheel towards/away from you to adjust desired distance prior to adjusting the angle
QUICK TIP
(Center Console)
D
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Tilt/Telescoping/Heated Steering Wheel Video
QR CODE

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(But tons on overhead lamp console*)
OFFPASSENGERAIR BAG
REMINDER: These but tons may be located in the rear view mirror or the overhead console.
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS
INFOTAINMENT

SYSTEMS
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide. On cer tain models, Kia Connect Assistance but tons are located on the Rear view Mirror.
KiaConnectActivation*†1
Follow these steps to activate your Kia Connect system:
1. Enter the activation screen on your vehicle’s head unit:
a. Press SETUP key
b. Press Kia Connect icon
c. Press Activate Kia Connect
2. Read and agree to Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and press SUBMIT
3.
Enter number or email address to receive a verification code, then press SUBMIT
4.
Follow these steps to receive your verification code using your phone SMS or email:
a. Check your phone SMS or email for verification code
b.
Open the link in your SMS or email. A page will open requesting that you create your account
N o t e :If you already have a Kia Owners Portal account using the email or phone number as your login ID, you will need to provide your password prior to receiving the verification code
c.
Enter your first name, last name, email, phone number, an account password, and click CREATE ACCOUNT. A page will open displaying your verification code
d.
Enter the code in the head unit and press ACTIVATE
e.
Go back to the page with your verification code and press “I have entered my verification code.” A link will be provided to download the Kia Access app from your app store. After installing the app, log in and enjoy
For fur ther Kia Connect information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide. For other audio system information, refer to pages 31-38.
Kia Connect is currently unavailable for model year 2022 and later vehicles sold or purchased in Massachuset ts. See Kia Connect Terms of Ser vice at owners.kia.com for more information on its availability.
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe bodily injur y, and death. The driver ’s primar y responsibilit y is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and any handheld devices, other equipment, or vehicle systems which take the driver ’s eyes, at tention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or which are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle.
Virtual Assistant A – Press to connect to a virtual
assistant to hear information about the Kia Connect
features
KiaConnect B – Connect to the Kia Connect
Call Center
RoadsideAssist C – Press to connect to a Roadside
Assistant where you can request vehicle towing services
KiaConnectAssistance*†1
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KiaConnectActivationVideo
KiaConnect&KiaAccessAppVideo
KiaConnectAssistanceVideo
QRCODE
ACB
REMINDER: This vehicle is equipped with over-the-air system updates. Or you download map updates for the navigation system. Go to update.kia.com. Check for updates that are generally available t wice a year.

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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS
INFOTAINMENT

SYSTEMS
Power Outlets A: Use the power outlets for mobile phones and other devices designed to operate on a 12V (180W max)
power outlet
Multimedia USB Port B: Use Multimedia USB port to connect USB audio devices and smartphones
USB-C Charger Port C: Devices can be recharged using a USB-C cable The Engine Start/Stop button needs to in the
ACC/ON/START position to operate the USB-C Charger Port
Digital Clock
Press the SETUP key on the audio head unit, then select General Press the onscreen Date/Time button
to enter the clock settings Then use the onscreen buttons to navigate through setup and return to exit
Multimedia USB Port, Power Outlets & USB Charger Port
For more information on the Aux/USB Por ts and Power Outlets, refer to section 4 in the Owner's Manual
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide
REMINDERS:

Using the power outlets and the USB por ts for prolonged periods of time with the Engine Star t/Stop but ton in the ACC position (Engine OFF) could cause the bat ter y to discharge

Kia recommends that you only use USB cables made by your device’s manufacturer Third-par t y USB cables may cause damage to your device
•When needed, Daylight Savings must be enabled in the Clock Set tings screen
•To access manual date and time set ting, turn GPS time OFF in the Clock Set tings (Kia Connect with Smar t Navigation*)
QUICK TIPS
•The power outlets are inactive when ignition is in the OFF position
•The Multimedia USB data por t is located next to the Power Outlets The USB Charger Por t does not suppor t data transfer
•The Multimedia USB Por t in the center panel charges slower than the USB Charger Por ts throughout the vehicle
QUICK TIPS
(Center Console)
12V180WUSB
ABCRefer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Multimedia USB Port, Power Outlets & USB Charger Port Video
QR CODE

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Charge a compatible smartphone wirelessly by placing it on the charging
pad A at the front of the console, near the Multimedia USB ports and the
charging indicator, while the ignition is on
1
Enable Wireless Charging in the User Settings* in the Instrument
Cluster LCD or the Vehicle Settings* in the infotainment system, select
Convenience then Wireless Charging System
2 All doors must be closed
3 Place a compatible smartphone on the center of the charging pad
4 Indicator light B may change to amber once wireless charging begins
5 Once charging is complete, the amber light may change to green
Wireless Smartphone Charging System*
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CENTER PANEL
CENTERPANEL
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Wireless Smartphone Charging Video
QR CODE
REMINDERS:

The smar tphone must be a compatible phone with QI function available; Some smar tphone models are not QI cer tified, which may effect the speed or per formance of the wireless charging

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 compatibilit y varies

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: Your device’s position on the wireless charging system can affect charging per formance Other factors that may affect the charging rate include foreign objects, such as coins or pens, and phone case thickness
•If driver door is opened, charging will be disabled
•For wireless charging to occur, all doors (excluding rear hatch) must be closed and the Smar t Key Fob must be detected inside the vehicle
•For best results, place smar t-phone on the center of the charging pad
•If wireless charging does not work, move smar tphone 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
QUICK TIPS
(Center Console)
12V180WUSB
A
B

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CENTER PANEL
CENTERPANEL
Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting (Manual Mode)†3
P: Park
R: Reverse
N: Neutral
D: Drive
Manual Mode:
To enter Manual mode, move shift lever from D to left gate A To shift while in Manual mode, move shift lever up [+] to upshift or down [–] to downshift A
[+]: Manual Mode Upshift
[–] : Manual Mode Downshift
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Sportmatic® Shifting Video
QR CODE
REMINDERS:

When in P (Park), if the Release but ton is not pressed while shifting, the transmission does not shift

If going through a car wash, remind the at tendant to keep the vehicle in Neutral (N) and keep the engine running Also, disable the power liftgate lid control, turn off the auto rain sensing wipers and fold in the mirrors
•Press brake pedal and depress release but ton to move gear shift from N to P, N to R or from P to any gear
•Manual mode downshifts are made automatically when the vehicle slows down When the vehicle stops, 1st gear is automatically selected
QUICK TIPS(Center Console)
A

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