climate settings KIA NIRO EV 2023 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide

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Configuring the EV settings (EV only)
You can set to display the warning message when the remaining battery amount is low for
the destination and you can also see the drivable distance. In winter, you can also set to
increase the battery temperature in advance.
1 On the Electric Vehicle screen, press EV Settings.
2 Select and then change the settings.

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Available options may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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To access the online user's manual on the EV Settings screen, press
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User's
Manual on Web (QR Code) and then scan the displayed QR code.
Winter Mode
 Winter Mode: Can increase the battery temperature in advance to enhance the charging
and driving performance when scheduling charge or climate controls in winter. This
decreases the drivable distance because it causes to drain the battery faster.
Warning
Range Warning: When the destination is beyond your reach with the remaining battery
amount during route guidance, the range warning appears.
EV Route
Show on the Map: When the destination is guided using the navigation system, the
drivable range under the remaining battery amount appears on the route. The drivable
range appears in blue, the range beyond reach appears in gray, and the icon to search for
charging stations also appears.

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Using the Electric Vehicle menu (Type2)
You can use various EV-specific functions, such as driving and energy information views and
vehicle charge scheduling.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
On the All Menus screen, press EV.
Electric Vehicle screen
The Electric Vehicle screen provides the following features and information:
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b View the current battery level.

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If you press the vehicle image, the energy information screen appears.
c c Can search for nearby charging stations.

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The details of charging stations displayed on the map screen may not match the
actual information.
d d View the distance to empty for the current climate control settings.

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The details of drivable range displayed on the map screen may not match the actual
information.
e e Set the next departure time. > See "Setting the next departure time."
f f Configure settings to perform charging and/or climate control according to the departure
time.
> See "Scheduling a charge and climate controls."
g g Set an electricity usage limit. > See "Setting an electricity usage limit."
 V2L: This technology uses the battery power of an electric vehicle to power electronic
devices in the vehicle.
h h You can set to enable the Electric Vehicle mode. > See "
Configuring the EV settings."
i i Can check the drivable range under the remaining battery amount.

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Scheduling a charge and climate controls
You can configure various functions such as automatic battery charging or climate control
according to the specified departure time.
1 On the Electric Vehicle screen, press Scheduled Charging and
Climate.
2 Select and then change the settings.

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To access the online user's manual of the system from the Scheduled Charging and
Climate screen, press
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User's Manual on Web (QR Code) and scan the QR code.

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Scheduling a charging
You can schedule the charging based on the departure time.
1 On the Electric Vehicle screen, press Scheduled Charging and
Climate.
2 Check Scheduled Charging and then press .
3 Select and then change the settings.
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a a You can set the off-peak electricity time.
b b You can charge the battery for the next departure, primarily using off-peak hours to
benefit from lower rates.
c c You can charge the battery only during off-peak hours that offer a lower charging
rate benefit.
4 Press OK.

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Scheduled charging is performed only when the charging connector is connected to the
vehicle.

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Scheduling climate controls
Configure settings to perform climate control at the next departure time.
1 On the Electric Vehicle screen, press Scheduled Charging and
Climate.
2 Check Scheduled Climate and then press .
3 Set the desired temperature and auto defogging and then press OK.
Setting an electricity usage limit
Set an electricity usage limit.
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V2L is a technology that uses the battery power of an electric vehicle to power electronic
devices in the vehicle.

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Electricity usage limit is automatically enabled when an electronic device is connected.
1 On the Electric Vehicle screen, press EV Charge Transfer.

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Max. % Charge
You can set the battery amount to charge.
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AC charging ensures the optimal battery performance for a long time compared to DC
charging.

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When the battery amount reaches the target level, charging stops. When you charge only
the required battery amount, it can ensure the optimal battery performance for a long
time, compared to full battery charging.
Charging Current
You can set the charging current depending on the installed charger type.

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The charging time may vary depending on charging conditions.

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If a problem occurs during charging, lower the charging current and try again. If you
lower the charging current, it may take longer to charge the battery.
Winter Mode (if equipped)
Can increase the battery temperature in advance to enhance the charging and driving
performance when scheduling charge or climate controls in winter. This decreases the
drivable distance because it causes to drain the battery faster.
Utility Mode
Turns on utility mode. When this function is on, electric systems on the vehicle are operated
using the driving (high-voltage) battery.

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To turn off utility mode, press the Start button.
Smart Regeneration (if equipped)
Set to activate regenerative braking automatically based on the vehicle state or driving
conditions.
Smart Regeneration System (if equipped)
Adjusts the deceleration strength during Smart Regeneration System.
Charging Connector Locking Mode (if equipped)
Configure the lock mode setting for the connected charging cable.
Charging Voice Prompts (if equipped)
Configure the settings so that voice information about charging status is provided as soon as
charging begins.
Trailer Mode (if equipped)
Maintain driving performance and estimate the drivable range when a trailer is connected.

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Configuring the vehicle settings (Type1)
(if equipped)
You can configure the functions for driving and related environments.
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Make sure you stop the vehicle before changing settings to ensure safety.
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Vehicle settings can be changed only when the vehicle is on.

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Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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Depending on the climate control system, some functions may not be supported.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Vehicle.
The vehicle settings screen appears.
2 Configure the settings required:

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Press Menu >
Search for Settings or press and enter a keyword to search for a
setting item. You can also search for a setting item by voice.
Head-Up Display (if equipped)
You can set to use the head-up display that displays information such as driving speed and
road-related information while driving.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Enable Head-Up Display (if equipped)
Can determine whether or not to use the head-up display.
Display Control (if equipped)
Adjust the height, rotation, and brightness of the head-up display.
Content Selection (if equipped)
Select the items to display on the head-up display.

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ÝWarning
Even though the vehicle is equipped the Parking Safety system, be sure to check any
obstacles in the surroundings while driving. Relying on the Parking Safety system may
cause an accident. Accordingly, be sure to control the vehicle by your judgment.
When the sensors cannot detect any obstacles due to the detection limit, it may cause an
accident. Be sure to always check the surroundings while parking.
Drive Mode (if equipped)
You can change the vehicle settings for driving conditions.
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Option B (EV only)

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
ECO (EV only)
This is a drive mode for increasing the vehicle's fuel efficiency. You can change the climate
control mode, the active coast energy regeneration level, and speed limit settings.
NORMAL (EV only)
This is a drive mode focused on the driver and passenger's comfort. You can change the
climate control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.

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SPORT (EV only)
This drive mode enables a more dynamic driving performance. You can change the climate
control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.
Drive Mode Change Alert (if equipped)
You can set how to display the notification message when the drive mode is changed.
Detailed Alert: Displays a detailed notification message along with the vehicle image
when the drive mode is changed.
Simple Alert: Displays the notification at the top or on the split screen when the drive
mode is changed.
Off: When the drive mode changes, no notification is provided.
Reset ECO/NORMAL/SPORT (EV only)
You can reset the drive mode settings to the default values.

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The display may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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See how to improve ECO potential by pressing the Help button from an EV(Electric
Vehicle). In most cases, a vehicle can travel a longer distance when its ECO potential score
is higher (EV only).
Climate (if equipped)
You can configure the operation environment for climate control system.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Recirculate Air (if equipped)
You can set to keep the inside air pleasant by blocking inflow of outside air.
Activate upon Washer Fluid Use
: Sets to automatically switch to the inside air circulation
mode to prevent inflow of washer fluid scent when spraying washer fluid.

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Automatic Ventilation (if equipped)
You can set to prevent condensation inside and keep inside air pleasant using this feature.
Auto Dehumidify: Once the inside air circulation mode has been used for a long time, it
is switched to the outside air inflow mode to prevent condensation.
Defog/Defrost Options (if equipped)
You can set to enable the defogger to secure driver visibility.
Auto Defog: When the sensor detects fog on the windshield, the automatic ventilation is
run for defogging.
Climate Features (if equipped)
You can set or change the settings for the climate system.
Rear Climate Controls: Used to move to the climate control screen for the rear seat. You
can check or set the climate status for the rear seat.

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For more information about controlling the rear-seat climate control system:
> see "Using the rear-seat climate control function (if equipped)."
Lights (if equipped)
You can configure the settings for vehicle lights.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Ambient Light (if equipped)
You can set the brightness and color of the ambient light.
One Touch Turn Signal (if equipped)
You can set the number of turn signal lamp flashes when the lamp lever is operated.
Headlight Delay (if equipped)
You can set to turn off the taillights and headlights in 15 seconds after turning off the vehicle
to ensure visibility.