eco KIA NIRO PHEV 2020 Owners Manual

Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
The vehicle identification number
(VIN) is the number used in register-
ing your vehicle and in all legal mat-
ters pertaining to its ownership, etc.
The number is punched on the floor
under the passenger seat. To check
the number, open the cover. The VIN is also on a plate attached
to the top of the dashboard. The
number on the plate can easily be
seen through the windshield from
outside.
The VIN is able to be found by a pro-
fessional diagnostic equipment from
the ECU. The diagnostic equipment
is connected to OBD connector on
the inner fuse panel. For more infor-
mation, we recommend that you con-
tact an authorized Kia dealer.
ODE086001
■
Frame number
OUM084005
■VIN label
ODE078018N

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The vehicle certification label
attached on the driver’s side center
pillar gives the vehicle identification
number (VIN).The tires supplied on your new vehi-
cle are chosen to provide the best
performance for normal driving.
The tire label located on the driver's
side center pillar gives the tire pres-
sures recommended for your vehicle.The engine number is stamped on the
engine block as shown in the drawing.
ENGINE NUMBER
TIRE SPECIFICATION AND
PRESSURE LABEL
ODE086006L
ODE086003
ODE086002
VEHICLE CERTIFICATION
LABEL

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Roadside Assistance is provided on all new current
model year Kia Vehicles from the date the vehicle is deliv-
ered to the first retail buyer or otherwise put into use (in-
service date), whichever is earlier, for a period of 60
months or 60,000 miles, whichever is earlier, subject to
the terms, conditions and exclusions set forth in the Kia
Warranty and Consumer Information Manual applicable
to your model year vehicle.
KMA reserves the right to limit or deny services or other
benefits to any owner or driver when, in KMA's judgment,
the claims and/or service requests are excessive in fre-
quency or type of occurrence.
Toll free consumer assistance
Kia's toll-free Consumer Assistance hot line is staffed
from 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM PST, Monday through Friday
and is accessible by dialing 1-800-333-4Kia (4542).
For more information regarding assistance available,
please refer to your Kia Warranty & Consumer
Information Manual.
Emergency roadside assistance
Kia's toll free Roadside Assistance hot line is staffed 24
hours a day, 365 days a year and is accessible by dialing
1-800-333-4Kia (4542).
Please note that you must provide your Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) to verify coverage at the time
of your call. The VIN can be found on the dash of your
vehicle on the driver’s side, on the door jamb of the dri-
ver’s door, your vehicle’s registration or proof of insur-
ance card.
Kia utilizes a network of over 30,000 roadside assistance
providers. Should you accidentally run out of fuel, require
a battery jump, or need help changing a tire, a Kia
Roadside Assistance Representative will dispatch some-
one to deliver a small quantity of gas, change a flat tire
with your inflated spare, or arrange a battery jump to
allow you to proceed to your destination. We have access
to a network of over 10,000 locksmiths to help you should
you become locked out of your Kia.
In the event that mechanical difficulty renders your vehi-
cle undriveable due to a warranty-related concern, Kia’s
Roadside Assistance Representative will arrange to
transport your vehicle to the nearest Kia dealer or to an
authorized Kia alternative service location.
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE (U.S. ONLY)

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The electrical system of your vehicle is designed to per-
form under all reasonably expected operating conditions.
However, before any additional electrical equipment is
installed in your vehicle, consult an Authorized Kia
Dealer, in order to ensure that you do not void your war-
ranty.
Certain electrical equipment, or the way in which it is
installed, may adversely affect the operation of your vehi-
cle, including such systems as the engine control system,
the audio system and the electrical charging system and
thus potentially void all or part of your warranty.
We assume no responsibility for any expense you may
incur or for any malfunction of your vehicle or any of its
components or systems that may result from the installa-
tion of additional electrical equipment that is not supplied,
or recommended for installation by, Kia.Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
If a mobile two-way radio system is installed improperly,
or if an excessively powerful type of system is used, other
electronic systems may be adversely affected. To avoid
damage to your vehicle, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer
concerning the proper equipment and installation.
Kia motor vehicles are designed and manufactured to
meet or exceed all applicable safety standards.
For your safety, however, we strongly urge you to read
and follow all directions in this Owner's Manual, particu-
larly the information under the headings "NOTICE",
"CAUTION" and "WARNING".
If, after reading this manual, you have any questions
regarding the operation of your vehicle, safety issues and
defects please contact your Kia's toll-free Consumer
Assistance hot line as below:
National Consumer Affairs Manager
Kia Motors America, Inc.
P.O. Box 52410
Irvine, CA 92619-2410
1-800-333-4Kia (4542)
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT (U.S. ONLY)

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If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could
cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Kia
Motors America, Inc.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a
group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy cam-
paign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in indi-
vidual problems between you, your dealer, or Kia Motors
America, Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety
Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-
9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; download the
SaferCar mobile application; or write to: Administrator,
NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Ave. SE., Washington, DC
20590. You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.The following publications are available on
www.KiaTechinfo.com
Service manual:
This manual covers maintenance and recommended pro-
cedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It
is written for the Journeyman mechanic, but is simple
enough for most mechanically inclined owners to under-
stand.
Electrical troubleshooting manual:
This manual complements the Service Manual by provid-
ing indepth troubleshooting information for each electrical
circuit in your vehicle.
Owner's manual:
This manual describes the overall features and operating
procedures for the vehicle.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
(U.S. ONLY)
ONLINE FACTORY AUTHORIZED MANUALS
(U.S. ONLY)

Kia, THE COMPANY
Thank you for becoming the owner of a new Kia vehicle.
As a global car manufacturer focused on building high-quality vehi-
cles with exceptional value, Kia Motors is dedicated to providing you
with a customer service experience that exceeds your expectations.
All information contained in this Owner’s Manual was accurate at the
time of publication. However, Kia reserves the right to make changes
at any time so that our policy of continual product improvement can
be carried out.
This manual applies to all trims of this vehicle and includes images,
descriptions, and explanations of optional as well as standard equip-
ment. As a result, some material in this manual may not be applicable
to your specific Kia vehicle. Some images are shown for illustration
only and may show features that differ from those on your vehicle.Drive safely and enjoy your Kia!

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Thank you for choosing a Kia vehicle.
When you require service, remember that your Kia dealer
knows your vehicle best. Your dealer has factory-trained tech-
nicians, recommended special tools and genuine Kia replace-
ment parts. It is dedicated to your complete customer satisfac-
tion.
Because subsequent owners require this important information
as well, this publication should remain with the vehicle if it is
sold.
This manual will familiarize you with operational, mainte-
nance and safety information about your new vehicle. It is sup-
plemented by a Warranty and Consumer Information manual
that provides important information on all warranties regarding
your vehicle.
We urge you to read these publications carefully and follow the
recommendations to help assure enjoyable and safe operation
of your new vehicle.
Kia offers a great variety of options, components and features
for its various models. Therefore, some of the equipment
described in this manual, along with the various illustrations,
may not be applicable to your particular vehicle.
The information and specifications provided in this manual
were accurate at the time of printing. Kia reserves the right to
discontinue or change specifications or design at any time
without notice and without incurring any obligation. If you
have questions, always check with your Kia dealer.
We assure you of our continuing interest in your motoring
pleasure and satisfaction in your Kia vehicle.
© 2020 Kia MOTORS AMERICA, Inc.
All rights reserved. May not be reproduced or translated in
whole or in part without the written consent of Kia Motors
America, Inc.
Printed in Korea
Foreword

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Foreword
We want to help you get the greatest
possible driving pleasure from your
vehicle. Your Owner’s Manual can
assist you in many ways. We strong-
ly recommend that you read the
entire manual. In order to minimize
the chance of death or injury, you
must read the WARNING and CAU-
TION sections in the manual.
Illustrations complement the words
in this manual to best explain how to
enjoy your vehicle. By reading your
manual, you will learn about fea-
tures, important safety information,
and driving tips under various road
conditions.
The general layout of the manual is
provided in the Table of Contents.
Use the index when looking for a
specific area or subject; it has an
alphabetical listing of all information
in your manual.
Sections: This manual has nine sec-
tions plus an index. Each section
begins with a brief list of contents so
you can tell at a glance if that section
has the information you want.You will find various WARNINGs,
CAUTIONs, and NOTICEs in this
manual. These WARNINGs were pre-
pared to enhance your personal safe-
ty. You should carefully read and follow
ALL procedures and recommenda-
tions provided in these WARNINGs,
CAUTIONs and NOTICEs.
✽ ✽

NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates interesting or
helpful information is being provided.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a situa-
tion in which harm, serious bod-
ily injury or death could result if
the warning is ignored.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a situation
in which damage to your vehiclecould result if the caution isignored.

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Index
Parking brake – Foot type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-32
Power brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) . . . . . . . . . . . 5-50
Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42
Bulb wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
California perchlorate notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-117
Checking fluid levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
Child Restraint System (CRS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35 Children always in the rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Installing a Child Restraint System (CRS) . . . . . . . 3-39
Selecting a Child Restraint System (CRS) . . . . . . . 3-36
Climate control air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-34 Filter inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-34
Consumer assistance (U.S. only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13 Emergency roadside assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
Registering your vehicle in a foreign country . . . . . 8-15
Toll free consumer assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
Trip interruption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 7-21 Changing the coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-25
Checking the coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22
Inverter coolant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22
Recommended coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23 Cruise Control (CC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-115
Cruise control switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-116
To cancel cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-118
To decrease the cruising speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-117
To increase cruise control set speed . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-117
To resume cruising speed at more than approximately 20 mph (30 km/h) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-119
To set cruise control speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-116
To temporarily accelerate with the cruise control on. 5-118
To turn cruise control off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-119
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-172 FCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
4-172
Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-\
130 Rear window defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-130
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-\
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Door locks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-\
21 Child-protector rear door lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
Operating door locks from inside the vehicle . . . . . 4-22
Operating door locks from outside the vehicle . . . . 4-21
Driver Attention Warning (DAW). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-107 Leading vehicle departure alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-112
Low activity warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-107
Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16 Dual clutch transmission operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
Good driving practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
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Economical operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-167
Electrical Equipment (U.S. only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16Installation of a mobile two-way radio system . . . . 8-16
Emergency starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 Before Jump Starting (For Hybrid) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Method to disconnect the (-) cable for regular maintenance (For Hybrid) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Push-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-114 Crankcase emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-114
Evaporative emission control (including ORVR:Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery) system. . . . 7-114
Exhaust emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-115
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . 8-2
Engine clutch actuator fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-28 Checking the engine clutch actuator fluid level. . . . 7-28
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6, 7-4
Engine number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-\
19 Changing the engine oil and filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20
Checking the engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
ENGINE START/STOP button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 ENGINE START/STOP button position . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Illuminated ENGINE START/STOP button . . . . . . 5-11
Starting the hybrid system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . . . . . . . 7-15
Exterior features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-166
Roof rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-166
Exterior overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Folding key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-\
4 Battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Immobilizer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Key operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Record your key number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Transmitter precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) (front view camera only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-53
Brake operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-57
Detecting sensor (front view camera) . . . . . . . . . . . 5-58
FCA warning message and system control . . . . . . . 5-56
Limitation of the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-62
System malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-60
System setting and activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-53
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) (sensor fusion) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-69
Brake operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-74
Detecting sensors (front view camera/front radar) . 5-74
FCA warning message and system control . . . . . . . 5-72
Limitation of the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-78
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