KIA NIRO 2021 Features and Functions Guide
Manufacturer: KIA, Model Year: 2021, Model line: NIRO, Model: KIA NIRO 2021Pages: 66, PDF Size: 5.77 MB
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User Settings - Instrument Cluster
To enter the User Settings mode in the LCD Instrument Cluster Modes, ensure that the vehicle is
at a standstill, put the shift lever in Park, and place the Engine Start /Stop button or Key in the ON
position. Then press the Mode button A and select User Settings .
You can navigate the selections on the display by pressing the OK button B up/down and then
select the item by pressing the OK button B again.
Driving Assistance*:
•Smart Cruise Control (SCC) Reaction
•Driving Assist
•Driver Attention Warning (DAW )*
•Warning Timing
•Forward Safety
•Lane Safety
•Blind-Spot Safety
•Parking Safety
Door:
•Automatically Lock & Unlock
Lights:
•One-Touch Turn Signal
•Ambient Light Brightness
•Ambient Light Color
•Headlamp Delay
•High Beam Assist
Sound:
•Parking Distance Warning/ Volume
Convenience:
•Seat Easy Access*
•Welcome Mirror/Light*
•Wireless Charging System*
•Wiper/Light Display*
•Auto Rear Wiper
•Gear Position Pop-Up*
•Coasting Guide*
•Start Coasting*
•Icy Road Warning*
Service Interval:
•Enable Service Interval
•Adjust Interval
•Reset
Other features:
•Aux. Battery Saver+*
•Fuel Economy Reset*
•Speed Unit*
•Fuel Economy Unit*
•Temperature Unit*
•Tire Pressure Unit*
Language
•Language: Set the language
Reset
•Choosing reset will restore defaults
for all User Settings menus
(Buttons located on Steering Wheel – Type B)
MODE
RES
CRUISE
CAN CELOKSET
MODE
RES
CRUISE
CAN CELOKSET
MODE
A
B
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Vehicle & User Settings Video
Ambient, Mood & Theme Lighting Video
Refer to Section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
VEHICLE SETTINGS
VEHICLESETTINGS
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Vehicle Settings* - Audio Head Unit
To enter the Vehicle Settings mode in the audio head unit A, press the SETUP key on the audio
head unit. Then press VEHICLE , which will take you to Vehicle Settings. Use the touchscreen
to navigate through the menus.
12:00 AM Jan. 1MenuVehicle SettingsDriving Convenience
Drive Mode
Climate
LightsDriver
AssistanceWarning TimingLateWarning VolumeOffDriver Attention Warning
A
Vehicle Settings:
Driver Assistance:
•Driving Convenience*
•Warning Time*
•Warning Volume*
•Driver Attention Warning*
•Forward Safety*
•Lane Safety*
•Blind-Spot Safety*
•Parking Safety*
•Drive Mode
•Drive Mode Alert*
Climate*:
•Recirculate Air*
•Automatic Ventilation*
•Defog/Defrost Options*
•Climate Features*
Lights*:
•Ambient Light*
•One Touch Turn Signal*
•Headlight Display*
•High Beam Assist*
Door*:
•Auto Lock*
•Auto Unlock*
•Walk-Away Lock*
•Two-Press Unlock*
•Smart Trunk*
Cluster*:
•Service Interval*
•Energy Consumption Reset*
•Content Selection*
•Cluster Voice Guidance Volume*
•Welcome Sound*
•Theme Selection*
Convenience*:
•Rear Occupant Alert*
•Welcome Mirror Light*
•Wireless Charging System*
•Vehicle Auto-Shut Off*
Seat*:
•Seat Position Change Alert*
•Smart Posture Care*
•Heated/ Ventilated Features*
•Seat Easy Access*
•Rear Seat Heating Control*
Reset:
•Reset Vehicle Settings to Factory Defaults
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LCD Display: Maintenance Video
Refer to Section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
VEHICLESETTINGS
VEHICLE SETTINGS
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Service Interval Mode
To enter Service Interval mode, press the Mode button A, User Settings , then scroll
to Service Mode and press the OK button B. System will display the number of miles
remaining until next service is due, as well as the type of service.
When service is required, the following will be displayed:
Service Required
To reset the Service Interval mode system, press and hold the OK button B for more than
1 second. To turn Service Interval OFF, go to User Settings.
Service Interval Setting
To set the Service Interval when in User Settings mode:
•Press the OK button B up/down and scroll to Service Interval. Press the OK button B
to enter
•Press the OK button B up/down and toggle to ON, then press the OK button B again. Then
press the OK button B to scroll and select the desired miles or months for your next service
•Press the OK button B againService in
Off
0000mi.
Service Required
0000mi.
(Buttons located on Steering Wheel – Type B)
MODE
RES
CRUISE
CAN CELOKSET
MODE
RES
CRUISE
CAN CELOKSET
MODE
A
B
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Fuel Economy Video
Refer to Section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
VEHICLESETTINGS
VEHICLE SETTINGS
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Plug-In Hybrid Display*
The audio head unit screen provides information on economical operation and Plug-In Hybrid* system modes. To enter the Plug-In Hybrid display mode,
press the ALL MENUS button on the Home screen. Then select one of the menus A - EV Range, Energy Information, Charge Management, ECO Driving,
Energy Flow (Systems with Navigation only). Some examples are below:
Energy Flow - Displays the current flow of power
between the main powertrain components.
ECO Level - The more economically you drive, the more
the ECO Level increases.
Plug-In Hybrid System Home Screen - Range, Energy
Info, Charge Management, ECO Driving, Energy FlowA
Fuel Economy - Displays the average fuel economy
over the duration of a trip.
EV Range
217 mi
Energy Information
85 %
Charge Management
Next Departure
Jan | Wed | 1:00 AM
On
ECO Driving
Energy Flow
Plug-In Hybrid
Hybrid Ready
Energy Flow
Wheels
Engine
Electric Motor Battery
Fuel Economy
History
Eco Driving Eco Driving
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy
History
Fuel EconomyHybrid Fuel Economy05-06-2019
05-04-2019
05-03-2019
05-02-2019
05-01-2019 27 mi
13.2 mpg
12.9 mpg
13.6 mpg
Driving dates, distances and
fuel economy for the past
30 drives in the History are
displayed.
12.3 mpg
13.6 mpg
22 mi
14 mi 7 mi
18 mi
75
50
25
MPGElectric Motor Use
75
50
25
MPGNow 510 15202530354045505560
EV Range
217 mi
Energy Information
85 %
Charge Management
Next Departure
Jan | Wed | 1:00 AM
On
ECO Driving
Energy Flow
Plug-In Hybrid
Hybrid Ready
Energy Flow
Wheels
Engine
Electric Motor Battery
Fuel Economy
History
Eco DrivingEco Driving
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy
History
Fuel Economy
Hybrid Fuel Economy05-06-2019
05-04-2019
05-03-2019
05-02-2019
05-01-2019 27 mi
13.2 mpg
12.9 mpg
13.6 mpg
Driving dates, distances and
fuel economy for the past
30 drives in the History are
displayed.
12.3 mpg
13.6 mpg
22 mi
14 mi 7 mi
18 mi
75
50
25
MPGElectric Motor Use
75
50
25
MPGNow 510 15202530354045505560
EV Range
217 mi
Energy Information
85 %
Charge Management
Next Departure
Jan | Wed | 1:00 AM
On
ECO Driving
Energy Flow
Plug-In Hybrid
Hybrid Ready
Energy Flow
Wheels
Engine
Electric Motor Battery
Fuel Economy
History
Eco Driving Eco Driving
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy
History
Fuel EconomyHybrid Fuel Economy05-06-2019
05-04-2019
05-03-2019
05-02-2019
05-01-2019 27 mi
13.2 mpg
12.9 mpg
13.6 mpg
Driving dates, distances and
fuel economy for the past
30 drives in the History are
displayed.
12.3 mpg
13.6 mpg
22 mi
14 mi 7 mi
18 mi
75
50
25
MPGElectric Motor Use
75
50
25
MPGNow 510 15202530354045505560
EV Range
217 mi
Energy Information
85 %
Charge Management
Next Departure
Jan | Wed | 1:00 AM
On
ECO Driving
Energy Flow
Plug-In Hybrid
Hybrid Ready
Energy Flow
Wheels
Engine
Electric Motor Battery
Fuel Economy
History
Eco DrivingEco Driving
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy
History
Fuel Economy
Hybrid Fuel Economy05-06-2019
05-04-2019
05-03-2019
05-02-2019
05-01-2019 27 mi
13.2 mpg
12.9 mpg
13.6 mpg
Driving dates, distances and
fuel economy for the past
30 drives in the History are
displayed.
12.3 mpg
13.6 mpg
22 mi
14 mi 7 mi
18 mi
75
50
25
MPGElectric Motor Use
75
50
25
MPGNow 510 15202530354045505560
The images shown are for illustration purposes only. Not all available displays are shown. Screens may vary.
For more information, refer to the Owner’s Manual or the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide.
HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM
HYBRID / PLUG-INHYBRID SYSTEM
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Plug-In Hybrid displays shown. The images shown are for illustration purposes only. Not all available displays are shown. Screens may vary.
For more information, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
Instrument Cluster - Energy Flow
The instrument cluster LCD screen displays the following plug-in 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 / PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM
HYBRID / PLUG-INHYBRID SYSTEM
mi
mi
mi
mi
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Plug-In Hybrid displays shown. The images shown are for illustration purposes only. Not all available displays are shown. Screens may vary.
For more information, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
Instrument Cluster - Energy Flow
The instrument cluster LCD screen displays the following plug-in hybrid system modes to inform the driver of its
status. To change modes, go to User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes.
Vehicle Stop - The vehicle’s hybrid system is
standing by.
Engine Generation/Regeneration - The engine
and the regenerative braking system are both
recharging the hybrid battery.
Power Reserve - While the engine powers the
vehicle, it is also recharging the hybrid battery.
Engine Brake/Regeneration - The regenerative
braking system is recharging the hybrid battery.
HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM
HYBRID / PLUG-INHYBRID SYSTEM
mi
mi
mi
mi
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HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM
HYBRID / PLUG-INHYBRID SYSTEM
Emergency Starting* (Hybrid only)
Before Jump-Starting:
1. If the vehicle appears to have a dead battery, first press the 12V Battery Reset
button A. Then immediately start the vehicle by pressing the brake and turning the
ignition on or pressing the Engine Start /Stop button
2. If the vehicle does not start after completing the above steps, then jump-start the vehicle
(as described below)
REMINDERS:
•After starting, idle or drive the vehicle for more than 30 minutes to help charge the 12V battery
•
If the vehicle does not start immediately after pressing the 12V Battery Reset button A, then the power of the 12V battery is automatically disconnected to save any additional discharge
•Repeated use of the 12V Battery Reset button may cause over discharge which will prevent the vehicle from starting
Jump-Starting:
1. Remove the fusebox cover B under the front hood
2. The {+} jump start terminal C is located in the fuse box; the suitable ground point D is
located in the engine compartment (See Owner’s Manual for detailed description)
3. Connect cables coming from the battery booster source in the following order and
disconnect in reverse order:
•Connect the {+} clamp of your jumper cable to the {+} jump start terminal C
•Connect the {-} clamp of your jumper cable to the suitable ground point D
4. Then immediately start the vehicle by pressing the brake and turning the
ignition on or pressing the Engine Start /Stop button
REMINDER: Jump-starting your vehicle can be dangerous if done incorrectly. Follow the above jump-starting procedures to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your vehicle and any of its components. You should also consult your Owner's Manual for further detailed instructions for jump-starting your vehicle. If in doubt, we strongly recommend that you have a competent technician or towing service jump-start your vehicle.
For more information on Emergency Starting, please refer to section 6 of the Owner’s Manual.
(Located in Driver's Panel to the left of Steering Wheel)
(Niro engine compartment shown, right side)
B
C
D
A
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Niro EV Charging – Connecting & Disconnecting Video
Charging the Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle (Plug-In Hybrid Only)
Level 1 Charging – “Trickle” Charge
A Level 1 or “trickle” charger is the most common type of charging system for a Plug-In Hybrid. This type of
charger uses 110 volts of household electricity and takes up to 9 hours for a full charge.
Trickle Charger Indicators:
A 12 0 VA C plug
B Power – When the charger and AC plug is
plugged in and functioning normally, the
indicator will turn green. Indicator is red if plug
temperature sensor warning is present
C Charge – Indicates that the vehicle is charging
D Fault – Indicates charge failure
E Charge Level – Indicates the level of charge:
L (8A), M (10A), or H (12A)
F ICCB – In-Cable Control Box
REMINDER: Do not use an extension cord. Plug trickle charger directly into wall socket. Do not charge to a receptacle that is old, damaged, corroded or cracked.
Level 2 Charging – “Normal” Charge
A Level 2 or “normal” 240-volt charger is the recommended charging system for the Plug-In Hybrid.
This type of charger uses 240 volts of electricity and takes approximately 2.5-3 hours for a full charge
(Based on Kia Motors Corporation testing with SAE J1772 charger performed at 3.3kW ). This charger
may be able to be installed at your home or found at a public charging station.
REMINDER: Shape of charger and how to use the charger may be different for each manufacturer. Please see Owner’s Manual for more information.
A Level 2 or “normal” 240-volt charger is recommended for regular charging of the vehicle.
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REMINDER: For more detail and/or subsequent steps in charging your vehicle, please see the Owner's Manual.
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HYBRID / PLUG-INHYBRID SYSTEM
POWER
A
CHARGE
FA U LT!
LEVELLMH
C
D
E
F
B
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POWER
CHARGE
FAULT
REMINDER: For more detail and/or subsequent steps in charging your vehicle, please see the Owner’s Manual.
Charging the Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle (Continued)
To charge the Plug-In Hybrid vehicle using a normal/trickle charger:
1. Connect the ICCB A plug to an electrical outlet
2. Check if the power light (green) B on the ICCB turns on
3. Press the brake pedal and engage the parking brake
4. Turn off all switches, put the shift lever in P (Park), and turn off
the vehicle
5. Open the charging door E by pressing the charging door
(Ensure doors are unlocked)
6. Remove any dust or water on the charging connector and charging inlet F
7. Hold the charging connector handle G and connect it to the vehicle’s
charging inlet F by pushing the connector until you hear a clicking sound
8. Charging begins automatically (Ensure the charge indicator light is
illuminated on your instrument cluster, indicating the vehicle is charging)
Checking the Charging Status
The charging status can be checked by viewing the charging status indicator
on the dash panel. The lights will progressively become lit as the vehicle
approaches a full charge.
After charging has started, the light turns green and the estimated charging
time is displayed on the Instrument Cluster LCD H for about 1 minute. It is also
displayed when the driver’s door is opened with charging in progress. When
fully charged, the light turns off.
Remaining charge time
6h 14m
50%
E
FG
H
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AUTOOFF
(Buttons are located left of the Steering Wheel)
AB
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Scheduled Charging* (Plug-In Hybrid Only)Charging Connector Auto/Lock Mode
(Plug-In Hybrid Only)Charging time can be set in the Plug-In Hybrid audio system
home screen, under charge management, or using the Kia
Access with UVO link app.
Charging with the UVO link Smartphone App:
The UVO link smartphone app can help you find the nearest
charging station and displays charging-status and the
Scheduled Charging information. On your Smartphone, go
to an app store or marketplace to download the UVO link
Smartphone app.
REMINDER: When Scheduled Charging is set and the charger is plugged in, charging will not begin until the set time & date are met to complete the charging. The green charge indicator on top of the dash will temporary flash ON/OFF to show that scheduled/reserve charging is set.
Deactivate Scheduled Charging - Depress the Deactivate
Scheduled Charging button B to disable the scheduled
charging feature when immediate charging is required.
The Charging Connector can be set to be locked or
unlocked while in the charging inlet. Press the AUTO
button A (LED lit) for the connector to lock while
charging and unlock automatically when charging is
complete.
When the AUTO button A is not pressed (LED not
lit), the mode will be set to LOCK. The connector will be
locked when charging and remain locked until all doors
are unlocked.
REMINDER: For more detail and/or subsequent steps in charging your vehicle, please see the Owner’s Manual.
When you press the Deactivate Scheduled Charging button the reserved charging setting will temporarily disable, and start immediate charging mode. If you need to completely deactivate the scheduled charge setting, change the setting from the audio control unit.
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• If the auto/lock mode is set to lock and the vehicle is unlocked but charging cable is not disconnected within 10 seconds, the connector will be automatically locked again
• If charging connector is unlocked but all doors are locked again, immediately, the connector will be automatically locked again
QUICK TIPS
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