climate control KIA NIRO PHEV 2018 Features and Functions Guide
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VIDEOS & QR CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02
INSTRUMENT CLUSTERInstrument Cluster Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 03Indicators & Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . 05Plug-In Hybrid Indicators at Startup . . . . . . . . . . . 06Plug-In Hybrid Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06LCD Instrument Cluster Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07Trip Modes / Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08User Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09Service Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09Sport /ECO Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEMUVO eco* / UVO eco with Navigation* Display . . . . . . 11Instrument Cluster - Energy Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Charging the Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 14Charging Connector Auto/Lock Mode . . . . . . . . . . 16Scheduled Charging* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
DRIVER’S PANELBlind Spot Collision Warning* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Lane Keeping Assist (LK A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) / Forward Collision Warning (FCW ) . . . . . . . . . . . 18Instrument Panel Dimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Reverse Parking Aid Function* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Engine Start/Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock . . . 21Automatic Door Lock /Unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Power/Heated Outside Mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Power Folding Outside Mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLSHeadlights & High Beams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Turn Signals & Fog Lights* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Windshield / Rear Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . 23Heated Steering Wheel Button* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Bluetooth® Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Standard Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Smart Cruise Control (SCC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Tilt/ Telescoping Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
AUDIO SYSTEMSUVO eco / Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® Setup . . . . 29UVO eco* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30UVO eco with Navigation* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
CENTER PANELDigital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32USB Charger* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Aux/USB/iPod® Port & Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . 32AC Inverter* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Wireless Smartphone Charging System* . . . . . . . . . 33Automatic Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting . . . . . 35Dual Clutch Transmission* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
S E AT I N GDriver Position Memory System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Front Seat Headrest Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 376-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat* . . . . . . . . . 37
OTHER KEY FEATURESSmart Key* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Double-Turn Lock /Unlock All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Map/Room Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Sunvisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Hood Release Lever and Latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Fuel Filler Lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Parking Distance Warning* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Rear-Camera Display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Driver Attention Warning (DAW)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42High Voltage 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
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Air Conditioning / Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Audio System - UVO eco / Android Auto™ /
Apple CarPlay® Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Audio System – UVO eco* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Audio System – UVO eco with Navigation* . . . . . . . . .31
Aux/USB/iPod® Port & Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Charging the Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Sport /ECO Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .08
Plug-In Hybrid Displays – UVO eco with Navigation* . . . .11
Instrument Cluster / Plug-In Hybrid Displays . . . . . . . .12
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Tire Mobility Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . 05
Windshield Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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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21*IF EQUIPPED ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS .
Automatic Door Lock/Unlock
Auto Door Lock /Unlock will engage when the gear shift is moved in to
or out of the P (Park) position . Refer to the User Settings in the LCD
Instrument Cluster modes on how to turn Auto Door Lock /Unlock ON/OFF .
Power/Heated Outside Mirrors*
Mirror heaters automatically turn ON/OFF at the same time the Rear
Window Defroster is turned ON/OFF . Rear Window Defroster button*
is located on climate control system panel .
Power Folding Outside Mirrors*
Press L or R buttons D (left or right) to select mirrors . Then press arrows
E to adjust mirror position .
To both fold and unfold the outside rearview mirrors, press the folding
mirror button F as pictured:
•Left − The mirrors will unfold .
•Right − The mirrors will fold .
•Center − The mirrors will fold/unfold automatically when doors are
locked/unlocked with the Smart Key or a door handle button is pressed .
Also, the mirrors will unfold when approaching the vehicle with the
Smart Key fob in proximity .
A Pull/Press to operate Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Windows
Auto-Up/Down*
B Press to Unlock /Lock All Doors
C Press to disable Rear Passenger Windows
REMINDER: When pressed C, window controls for the Rear Passenger Windows are disabled .
A
B
C
E
D
F
REMINDER: To lock position of mirrors, toggle switch to the neutral (center) position .
Power Windows, Window Lock
& Central Door Lock
To automatically fold mirrors when exiting vehicle, press the LOCK button once on the Smart Key .
QUICK TIP
Press button again to stop Auto Up/Down function .
QUICK TIP
DRIVER'S PANEL
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Your Automatic Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustration. See your Owner’s Manual for more details.
Automatic Climate Control
A Driver Only Fan Control
B Temperature Control knob
C Automatic Climate Control button
D Front Windshield Defroster
E Rear Windshield Defroster
F Air Conditioning On/Off button
G Recirculated Air button
H Mode Selection button
I Dual Temperature Control knob
J Dual Climate Control Button (SYNC)
K CLIMATE information screen selection button
L Fan Speed Control buttons
M System OFF button
B
C
ADEFGH
I
J
KLM
Climate Control Auto Function
1 . Press AUTO to select Full Auto Operation . The Auto setting automatically controls the airflow modes,
fan speeds, air intake and air conditioning according to the temperature setting selected
2 . Set desired Temperature
3 . Press SYNC to synchronize driver and passenger temperature
Defrost Outside Windshield:
1 . Set Fan Speed to the highest position
2 . Set Temperature to Hot
3 . Press the Front Defrost button
Defog Inside Windshield:
1 . Set Fan Speed to desired position
2 . Set desired Temperature
3 . Press the Front Defrost button
Air Flow Modes:
To select Air Flow Modes, press the Mode
selection buttons:
Face-Level
Bi-Level
F lo o r- L evel
Floor/Defrost-Level
REMINDERS:
•MA X A /C Mode automatically engages Recirculated Air
•
Pressing any button during AUTO operation will deactivate the AUTO function and switch to manual mode, except for Temperature Control
•
When in AUTO mode, Air Flow mode and Fan Speed do not display on the Climate Control Display
•
Warm air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air button is not pressed ON (LED lit)
•Defrost mode [~] activates A /C and opens Fresh Air Vent to help dehumidify the air and improve Defroster performance •During Auto Operation, the A /C indicator will NOT illuminate . The fan speed, air intake, air flow and air conditioning may automatically be engaged at any time to reach desired temperature and reduce humidity •Keep inside glass as clean as possible to reduce window fogging
QUICK TIPS
Driver Only Ventilation:
Driver Only Ventilation restricts air flow to the driver’s
side vents only . This helps to optimize driving range by
limiting the power drawn from the battery . Press DRIVER
ONLY button to enable air flow through the driver’s side
vent s only .
CENTER PANEL
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Normal Maintenance Schedule
When your vehicle requires service, remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best . Your dealer has factory-trained technicians, recommended special tools,
genuine Kia replacement parts and is dedicated to your complete satisfaction . For expert advice and quality service, see your authorized Kia dealer .
* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace .1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not mix other additives .2 Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt tension before replacing .* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace .1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not mix other additives .2 Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt tension before replacing .
MAINTENANCE
Check your Maintenance Schedule or schedule an appointment with a dealer using your UVO eco account by logging into your UVO eco Smartphone App or your account on MyUVO . com ( Vehicles equipped with UVO eco only; see page 29 for setup information)
QUICK TIP
7,500 miles
PERFORM:
•Add fuel additive1
•Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
•Engine oil and filter
INSPECT*:
•Air cleaner filter
•HSG belt2
•Vacuum hose
15,000 miles
PERFORM:
•Add fuel additive1
•Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
•Climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)
•Engine oil and filter
INSPECT*:
•Air cleaner filter
•Air conditioning refrigerant
•Brake hoses and lines
•Drive shafts and boots
•Engine Clutch Actuator Hose and Lines
•Exhaust pipe and muffler
•Front brake disc/pads, calipers and rotors
•HSG belt2
•Rear brake disc/pads
•Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower
arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint
•Suspension mounting bolts
•Vacuum hose
45*IF EQUIPPED ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS .
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* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace .1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not mix other additives .2 Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt tension before replacing .
* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace .** If equipped 1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not mix other additives . 2 Fuel filter & fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality . If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc ., replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an authorized Kia dealer for details .3 Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt tension before replacing .
MAINTENANCE
Normal Maintenance Schedule (Continued)
22,500 miles
PERFORM:
•Add fuel additive1
•Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
•Engine oil and filter
•Engine clutch actuator fluid
INSPECT*:
•Air cleaner filter
•HSG belt2
•Vacuum hose
30,000 miles
PERFORM:
•Add fuel additive1
•Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
•Air cleaner filter
•Climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)
•Engine oil and filter
INSPECT*:
•Air conditioning refrigerant
•Brake fluid
•Brake hoses and lines
•Drive shafts and boots
•Engine clutch actuator hose and lines
•Exhaust pipe and muffler
•Front brake disc/pads, calipers and
rotors
•Fuel cap, fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections
•Fuel filter2
•Fuel tank air filter**2
•HSG belt3
•Parking brake
•Rear brake disc/pads
•Steering gear box, linkage & boots/
lower arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint
•Suspension mounting bolts
•Vacuum hose
•Vapor hose and fuel filler cap
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MAINTENANCE
* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace .1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not mix other additives .2 Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt tension before replacing .
* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace .1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not mix other additives .2 Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt tension before replacing .
Normal Maintenance Schedule (Continued)
37,500 miles
PERFORM:
•Add fuel additive1
•Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
•Engine oil and filter
INSPECT*:
•Air cleaner filter
•HSG belt2
•Vacuum hose
•Dual clutch transmission fluid
45,000 miles
PERFORM:
•Add fuel additive1
•Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
•Climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)
•Engine oil and filter
•Engine clutch actuator fluid
INSPECT*:
•Air cleaner filter
•Air conditioning refrigerant
•Brake hoses and lines
•Drive shafts and boots
•Engine clutch actuator hose and lines
•Exhaust pipe and muffler
•Front brake disc/pads and calipers
•HSG belt2
•Rear brake disc/pads
•Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint
•Suspension mounting bolts
•Vacuum hose
47*IF EQUIPPED ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS .
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MAINTENANCE
* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace .1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not mix other additives .2 Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt tension before replacing .
* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace .** If equipped 1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not mix other additives . 2 Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt tension before replacing .3 Fuel filter & fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality . If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc ., replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an authorized Kia dealer for details .
Normal Maintenance Schedule (Continued)
52,500 miles
PERFORM:
•Add fuel additive1
•Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
•Engine oil and filter
INSPECT*:
•Air cleaner filter
•HSG belt2
•Vacuum hose
60,000 miles
PERFORM:
•Add fuel additive1
•Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
•Air cleaner filter
•Climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)
•Engine oil and filter
•HSG belt2
INSPECT*:
•Air conditioning refrigerant
•Brake fluid
•Brake hoses and lines
•Drive shafts and boots
•Engine clutch actuator hose and lines
•Exhaust pipe and muffler
•Front brake disc/pads and calipers
•Fuel cap, fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections
•Fuel tank air filter**3
•Parking brake
•Rear brake disc/pads
•Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower
arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint
•Suspension mounting bolts
•Vacuum hose
•Vapor hose and fuel filler cap
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