engine KIA NIRO 2017 Features and Functions Guide
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NIRO
Congratulations on Your New Kia Purchase!
Your new Kia vehicle has been designed, engineered and manufactured to provide you with years of comfortable and dependable driving.
Kia is committed to quality, innovation, safety and — above all — your satisfaction.
Using This Guide
The information contained in this guide is a brief overview that will help you become familiar with the operation and features of your new Kia vehicle. The flipbook format facilitates information access, while the detailed illustrations help to ensure the instructions are easy to follow.
This Features & Functions Guide, and the specific operational and safety information it provides, is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. In the interest of your safety and that of your family, and to help you avoid risks that may result in death or serious injury, Kia reminds you to carefully read your Owner’s Manual in order to fully familiarize yourself with the important information it contains.
While the information contained in this guide is accurate at the time of printing, Kia may change vehicle specifications without notice in advance or after the fact, and assumes no liability in connection with such changes.
www.kia.com
Consumer - Roadside Assistance 1-800-333-4KIA (4542)
See Back Pages for Vehicle Maintenance Schedule Always check the Owner’s Manual for complete operating information and safety warnings.
Available on the App Store, the Kia AR Owner’s Manual
App uses AR (Augmented Reality) technology to provide tips and useful information about your vehicle.
To use the Kia AR Owner’s Manual App:
• Simply scan the interior or engine (motor) room of your vehicle with your smart phone or tablet, select feature/component and view the video guide.
• If you are unable to scan the vehicle, use the AR Manual (without scan) menu, select feature/component and view the video guide.
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VIDEOS & QR CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02
INSTRUMENT CLUSTERInstrument Cluster Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 03Indicators & Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . 05Hybrid Indicators at Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06LCD Instrument Cluster Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07Trip Information / Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08User Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09Service Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09Sport /ECO Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
HYBRID SYSTEMUVO eServices with Premium Navigation* Display . . . . 11Instrument Cluster - Energy Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Emergency Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
DRIVER’S PANELBlind Spot Detection System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)* . . . . . . . . 16Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) / Forward Collision Warning System* . . . . . . . . . . 16Instrument Panel Dimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Engine Start/Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock . . . 19Automatic Door Lock /Unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Power/Heated Outside Mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Power Folding Mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLSHeadlights & High Beams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Turn Signals & Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Windshield Rear Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . 21Heated Steering Wheel Button* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Bluetooth® Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Standard Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Smart Cruise Control (SCC)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Tilt/ Telescoping Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
AUDIO SYSTEMSUVO eServices Setup* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27UVO eServices System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28UVO eServices with Premium Navigation* . . . . . . . . 29
CENTER PANELDigital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Aux/USB/iPod® Port & Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . 30USB Charger* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30AC Inverter* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Wireless Smartphone Charging System* . . . . . . . . . 31Automatic Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting . . . . . 34Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
S E AT I N GDriver Position Memory System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Front Seat Headrest Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat* . . . . . . . . . 36
OTHER KEY FEATURESSmart Key* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Double-Turn Lock /Unlock All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Remote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)* . . . . . . . . . . . 38Map/Room Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Sunroof Operation* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Hood Release Lever and Latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Fuel Door Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Sunvisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Parking Assist System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Rear-Camera Display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Hybrid Battery Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Child-Protector Rear Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Tire Mobility Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
SAFETY FEATURESOccupant Detection System (ODS) /Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Seat Belt Retractor Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . 45
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS . . (See Back Inside Cover Page)
ESSENTIAL FEATURES
NIRO FE ATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE*IF EQUIPPED
Air Conditioning / Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Audio System – UVO eServices System* . . . . . . . . . .28
Audio System – UVO eServices / Premium Navigation* . . 29
Aux/USB/iPod® Port & Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Sport /ECO Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .08
Hybrid Displays – UVO eServices / Premium Navigation* . . 11
Instrument Cluster / Hybrid Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Tire Mobility Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . 05
Windshield Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe personal injury and death. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and use of any handheld devices, other equipment or vehicle systems which take the driver’s eyes, attention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or that are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle.
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NIRO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE4*IF EQUIPPED
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Indicators & Warning Lights
High Beam Indicator
Tail Light Indicator
Front Fog Light Indicator*
Master Warning Light*
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)*
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) On/Off Indicator Light
Electronic Brake Force (EBD) System Warning Light( Two separate indicators on Instrument Cluster lit at same time)
Immobilizer Indicator*
READY Indicator
EVE V Mode Indicator
ECO Indicator Light*
SPORT Mode Indicator Light*
Hybrid System Warning Light
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light*
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
Charging System Warning Light
Seat Belt Warning Light
Malfunction Indicator
Low Tire Pressure Light / Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Malfunction IndicatorElectronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator / ESC Malfunction Indicator
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light
Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Warning Light*
Airbag Warning Light
Parking Brake Light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Warning Light
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Cruise ON/OFF Indicator*
Trunk Open Warning Light
Door Ajar Warning Light
(red color)
(yellow color)
Regenerative Brake Warning Light (Two separate indicators on Instrument Cluster lit at same time)
Cruise SET Indicator Light*
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 the Owner’s Manual.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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NIRO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE6*IF EQUIPPED
Hybrid Indicators at Startup
A Hybrid System Gauge — Indicates how economically the vehicle is being
driven .
•Blue zone: High-efficiency range
•Green zone: Normal-efficiency range
•Grey zone: Low-efficiency range
B EV Mode — Illuminates when the electric motor is powering the vehicle .
C Ready — Illuminates when the hybrid system is operational . Even if the
engine is off, the vehicle can be driven .
D State of Charge (SOC) — Displays the hybrid battery charge status .
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REMINDER: Avoid starting or driving the vehicle when the fuel tank is empty . As the engine will be incapable of charging the high-voltage hybrid battery, the battery will lose its charge and may be damaged .
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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7*IF EQUIPPED ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS .
Trip Information / Trip Computer
The Trip Computer is a driver information system that displays information
related to driving . It appears on the display when the Engine Start /Stop
button is in the ON position .
To cycle through the Trip modes, press the Mode button A .
When in the Trip Computer mode , press the OK button B to cycle
through the screens . When displaying TRIP A or TRIP B screens, press and
hold the OK button B to reset the Tripmeter to zero .
LCD Instrument Cluster Modes
Press Mode button A to scroll through different LCD Instrument Cluster
Modes .
Trip Computer Mode: Displays driving information for tripmeter,
fuel economy, etc .
Turn-by-Turn Mode*: Displays the state of the navigation
SCC/LDWS* Mode: Displays the state of the Smart Cruise
Control (SCC)* and the Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
Audio Mode*: Displays the state of the A / V System
Service Modes: Informs on upcoming service intervals, tire
pressure status, warning messages related to TPMS, BSD
malfunction and when any door is not securely closed .
User Settings Mode: Change settings of the doors, lamps and
other features
Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations.
REMINDERS:
•
Appearance of Trip Computer display may differ as equipped
•
All stored driving information (except Odometer and Range) is reset if the battery is disconnected
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
MODE
RES
CRUISE
CAN CELOKSET
MODE
RES
CRUISE
CAN CELOKSET
MODE
FUEL ECONOMY• Trip Information /
Trip Computer
• Average MPG• Instant MPG
TRIP A/B• Tripmeter• Average MPH• Elapsed Time (E/T)
DIGITAL SPEEDOMETER
DRIVING STYLE
ENERGY FLOW(Buttons located on Steering Wheel – Type A shown)
A
B
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NIRO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE8*IF EQUIPPED
Fuel Economy 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 .
QR CODE
www.KuTechVideos.com/de23/2017
Fuel Economy
There are several factors that contribute to your vehicle’s fuel
economy, including maintenance of your vehicle, driving style,
environmental conditions, vehicle weight and vehicle aerodynamics .
Below are tips on how to help improve fuel economy:
•Keep your vehicle in good condition with regular maintenance
•Don’t let the engine idle longer than necessary
•Drive at a moderate speed, accelerating smoothly and at a
moderate rate
•Keep tires inflated to the recommended pressure
•Travel lightly, without carrying unnecessary weight in your vehicles
•Avoid placing large or heavy items on roof racks
•Avoid hilly, winding or poorly maintained roads
REMINDER: Driving range can vary depending on your vehicle’s fuel tank size, e .g ., 12-gal . vs . 24-gal ., even though the MPG may be the same
For more information on Fuel Economy, you can snap the QR Code above to view a video or refer to the Owner's Manual.
(Actual vehicle's LCD screen may vary)
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
When the Instrument Cluster LCD screen is in
the Trip Computer mode, the screen displays fuel
economy information related to the driving range
and average fuel economy .
To change modes, go to User Settings in the LCD
Instrument Cluster modes .
Average Fuel Consumption - Calculates
average* fuel consumption from the distance
driven and amount of fuel injected into the
engine / total fuel used .
FUEL ECONOMY
• Trip Information /
Trip Computer
• Average MPG
• Instant MPG
TRIP A/B
• Tripmeter
• Average MPH
• Elapsed Time (E/T)
DIGITAL SPEEDOMETER
DRIVING STYLE ENERGY FLOW
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9*IF EQUIPPED ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS .
Service Mode
To enter Service mode, press the Mode button A,
scroll to Service Mode and press Move/Set /
Reset button B . System will display number of
miles remaining until next service is due, as well as
type of service .
When service is required, the
following will be displayed:
Service Required
To reset the Service mode
system, press and hold the
Move/Set /Reset button B for
more than
1 second .
To turn Service In OFF,
go to User Settings .
Service Interval Setting
To set the service interval
when in User Settings mode:
•Press the Move/Set /Reset button B up/down
and scroll to Service Interval . Press the Move/
Set/Reset button B to enter
•Press the Move/Set /Reset button B up/down
and toggle to ON, then press the Move/Set /Reset
button B again . Then press the Move/Set /Reset
button B to scroll and select the desired miles or
months for your next service
•Press the Move/Set /Reset button B again to enter
User Settings
To enter the User Settings mode in the LCD Instrument Cluster Modes,
press the Mode button A when the vehicle is at a standstill and with
the ENGINE START/STOP* button* or ignition is ON and select User
Settings .
You can navigate the selections on the
display by pressing the Move/Set /Reset
button B up/down, and then selecting
the item by pressing the Move/Set /Reset
button B again .
Driving Assist:
•Smart Cruise Control*
•AEB (Autonomous Emergency Braking)*
•FCW (Forward Collision Warning)*
•Rear Collision Warning (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)*
•Coasting Guide*
Door:
•Automatically Lock
•Automatically Unlock
•Two Press Unlock
Lights:
•One-Touch Turn Signal
•Headlamp Delay
•Welcome Light
Sound:
•Park Assist System Volume*
Convenience:
•Seat Easy Access*
•Wireless Charging System*
•Wiper/Light Display*
Service Interval:
•Set Mileage/Month
•Service Interval ON/OFF
Other features:
•Fuel Economy Auto Reset
•Fuel Economy Unit
•Temperature Unit
•Tire Pressure Unit
Reset
•Choosing reset will restore
defaults for all User Settings
menus
To view a video on your mobile device, snap these QR Codes or visit the listed website .
Refer to page 2 for more information .
LCD Display Video
LCD Display: Maintenance Video
QR CODES
www.KuTechVideos.com/de23/2017
www.KuTechVideos.com/de23/2017
(Buttons located on Steering Wheel – Type B)
MODE
RES
CRUISE
CAN CELOKSET
MODE
RES
CRUISE
CAN CELOKSET
MODE
A
B
Service in
Off
Service Required
0000mi.
0000mi.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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NIRO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE10*IF EQUIPPED
Sport/ECO Modes
The mode can be change A by moving the shift lever from
D to the left gate and back:
(D) - ECO Mode
(S) - Sport Mode - When shift lever is moved into the
left gate from (D) . If shift lever is not moved through the
gears, then the vehicle will shift automatically .
The LCD screen B on the instrument cluster will display the
mode the vehicle is in .
(Located in Instrument Cluster)
B
ECO Mode (Active ECO)
Active ECO helps improve fuel economy by controlling
several vehicle components . When in ECO Mode, it
optimizes drivetrain operations such as engine power and
transmission to help improve fuel economy .
To help improve your fuel economy: •Drive at a moderate speed, accelerating smoothly and at a moderate rate •Keep tires inflated to the recommended pressure •Be sure the wheels are properly aligned
QUICK TIPS
For more information on Active ECO, refer to your Owner’s Manual or contact your local dealership.
AECO
SPORT
A
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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11*IF EQUIPPED ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS .
UVO eServices with Premium Navigation Display*
When equipped, NIRO's UVO eServices with Premium Navigation screen also provides information on economical operation and hybrid system modes . To enter
the Hybrid display mode, press the INFO key on the audio control unit . Press the HYBRID button . Then select one of the three menus A - FUEL ECONOMY, ECO
DRIVING and ENERGY FLOW .
Energy Flow - Displays the current flow of power between the
NIRO's main powertrain components .
ECO Level - The more economically and environmentally-friendly
you drive, the more the ECO Level increases .
Hybrid System Home Screen - Fuel Economy,
ECO Driving and Energy FlowA
Fuel Economy - Displays the average fuel economy
over the duration of a trip .
Energy Flow
28.0 MPG
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9:31AM
Fuel Economy
ECO Driving
Feb. 3
12:26AM
lll Fuel Economy
Feb. 3
12:31AM
ECO Level 4
Feb. 3
9:31AM
Hybrid Ready
Electric
Motor Battery
l Average
MPG15Now
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Reset
l Hybrid Fuel
Economy
l Electric
Motor Use
ECO DrivingHybrid
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Energy Flow
Energy Flow
28.0 MPG
Feb. 3
9:31AM
Fuel Economy
ECO Driving
Feb. 3
12:26AM
lll Fuel Economy
Feb. 3
12:31AM
ECO Level 4
Feb. 3
9:31AM
Hybrid Ready
Electric
Motor Battery
l Average
MPG15Now
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Reset
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Motor Use
ECO DrivingHybrid
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Energy Flow
Energy Flow
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Feb. 3
9:31AM
Fuel Economy
ECO Driving
Feb. 3
12:26AM
lll Fuel Economy
Feb. 3
12:31AM
ECO Level 4
Feb. 3
9:31AM
Hybrid Ready
Electric
Motor Battery
l Average
MPG15Now
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Reset
l Hybrid Fuel
Economy
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Motor Use
ECO Driving
Hybrid
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15Engine
Energy Flow
Energy Flow
28.0 MPG
Feb. 3
9:31AM
Fuel Economy
ECO Driving
Feb. 3
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lll Fuel Economy
Feb. 3
12:31AM
ECO Level 4
Feb. 3
9:31AM
Hybrid Ready
Electric
Motor Battery
l Average
MPG15Now
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30
4528.0 MPG
Reset
l Hybrid Fuel
Economy
l Electric
Motor Use
ECO Driving
Hybrid
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10
15Engine
Energy Flow
Energy Flow
28.0 MPG
Feb. 3
9:31AM
Fuel Economy
ECO Driving
Feb. 3
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lll Fuel Economy
Feb. 3
12:31AM
ECO Level 4
Feb. 3
9:31AM
Hybrid Ready
Electric
Motor Battery
l Average
MPG15Now
102030 min.
30
4528.0 MPG
Reset
l Hybrid Fuel
Economy
l Electric
Motor Use
ECO DrivingHybrid
kW 5Now
102030 min.
10
15Engine
Energy Flow
HYBRID SYSTEM
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NIRO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE12*IF EQUIPPED
Instrument Cluster - Energy Flow
NIRO’s instrument cluster LCD screen displays the following hybrid system modes to inform the driver of its status .
To change modes, go to User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes .
EV Propulsion - The electric motor is moving
the vehicle .
Engine-Only Propulsion - The engine is moving
your vehicle .
Power Assist - Both the electric motor AND the
engine are moving the vehicle .
Engine Generation - While the vehicle is stopped,
the engine is charging the hybrid battery .
HYBRID SYSTEM