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State of charge
The state of charge (SOC) gauge
indicates the hybrid battery's charge
level. If the SOC is near Low (L)
level, the vehicle automatically oper-
ates the engine to charge the battery.
The gauge will rarely approach the
High (H) level. This is normal and is
not an indication of a malfunction.
However, if the service indicator and
MIL(Malfunction indicator lamp) turn
on when the State of Charge(SOC)
is near L, have your vehicle checked
by an authorized Kia dealer immedi-
ately.
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WARNING
If the engine will not start after
cranking, press the Start/Stop
button to turn the system off.
This could result in the HEV bat-
tery becoming totally dis-
charged and is likely to be dam-
aged.

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Starting the Hybrid System
1.Carry the smart key into the vehi-cle.
2.Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied.
3.Place the shift lever in the P(Park) position.
In N (neutral) position, the engine
(hybrid system) will not start.
4.Depress the brake pedal.
5.Press the engine start/stop button.
6.The engine should be started with- out pressing the accelerator. In
extremely cold weather or after the
vehicle has not been operated for
several days, let the engine warm
up without depressing the acceler-
ator.
• Even if the smart key is in thevehicle, it muse be within range of
the antenna before the engine
(hybrid system) will not start.
ton is in the ACC or ON position,
if any door is open, the system
checks for the smart key. If the
smart key is not in the vehicle, the
warning, "Key is not in vehicle"
will come on, and if all doors are
closed, the chime will also sound
for about 5 seconds. The indica-
tor will turn off while the vehicle is
moving. Keep the smart key in the
vehicle when using the ACC posi-
tion or if the vehicle engine is on. If the starting procedure is fol-
lowed, the "READY" symbol on
the instrument cluster will turn on.
For more details, Please check
chapter 5.
STARTING THE HYBRID VEHICLE (SMART KEY)

H8
ECONOMICAL and SAFE
OPERATION of Hybrid system
Drive smoothly. Accelerate at amoderate rate and maintain a
steady cruising speed. Don't make
"jack-rabbit" starts. Don't race
between stoplights.
Avoid excessive idling.
Obey the speed limit.
Monitor the Eco Guide Indicator.
Use Cruise control Whenever
Possible.
Use Auto Mode when setting the
Air Conditioning.
Avoid heavy traffic whenever pos-
sible. Always maintain a safe dis-
tance from other vehicles so you
can avoid unnecessary braking.
This also reduces brake wear.
The regenerative brake generates energy when the vehicle deceler-
ates. When the hybrid battery power is
low, the hybrid system automatical-
ly recharges the hybrid battery.
When the engine runs in "N" posi- tion, the hybrid system cannot gen-
erate electricity. The hybrid battery
cannot recharge in "N" position.
Please refer to chapter 5.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
When the hybrid system is in
READY mode, the engine will auto-
matically start and stop as needed.
The "READY" symbol will illumi-
nate in the cluster when the system
is operational.

H14The HEV system may emit electro-
magnetic waves which can affect the
performance of electronic devices,
such as laptop computers.
If you park the vehicle for a long time,
the hybrid system will discharge. The
vehicle should be driven at least
once per month to maintain a
charge.
When you start the hybrid system in
the "P" transmission position, the
"READY" symbol is illuminated in the
cluster. The driver can drive the vehi-
cle even if the engine is stopped.
Virtual Engine Sound
System(VESS)
The Virtual Engine Sound System
generates an engine sound for
pedestrians to hear the vehicle while
at low speeds in EV mode.
WARNING
When you leave the vehicle, you
should turn off the hybrid sys-
tem. If you depress the acceler-
ator pedal by mistake and the
vehicle is not in the "P" posi-
tion, the vehicle will accelerate.
This may result in serious injury
or death.

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If An Accident Occurs
Avoid the engine compartment.
Avoid any orange or high voltagewires, cables, or components.
Assume that a high voltage com- ponent is exposed and move away
from the vehicle as promptly as
possible.
Refer to Chapter 6 for towing infor- mation or call Kia Roadside
Assistance.
THE COMPONENTS OF HYBRID VEHICLE (CONT.)
WARNING
After parking the vehicle, shiftthe transmission into "P"
position. Turn off the hybrid
system by pushing the Engine
Start/Stop button.
For your safety, do not touch high voltage cables, connec-
tors and package modules.
High Voltage components are
orange in color.
Exposed cables or wires may be visible inside or outside of
the vehicle. Never touch the
wires or cables, because an
electrical shock may occur
causing injury or death.
If a fire occurs, to extinguish a small high-
voltage battery fire, the follow-
ing techniques can be used: (Continued)
(Continued)- Dry chemical
- CO2
- Large amounts of water
- Regular foam
For a large high-voltage bat-
tery fire, use these types of
extinguishing methods:
- Large amounts of water
- Fog
- Regular foam
If you need towing, refer to chapter 6.

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WARNING
If a vehicle accident occurs:
1.Stop the vehicle and shift thetransmission into "P" posi-
tion.
And then depress the parking
brake.
2.Turn off the Hybrid system by pushing the Engine Start/Stop
Button.
3.Evacuate to the safe place.
4.Call emergency services for help and let them know the
vehicle is a Hybrid vehicle.
Do not touch high voltage
cables, connectors and pack-
age modules. High voltage com-
ponents are orange in color.
Exposed cables or wires may
be visible inside or outside of
the vehicle. Never touch the
wires or cables, because an
electrical shock may occur
causing injury or death.
WARNING
If a fire occurs:
1.Stop the vehicle and shift the transmission in to "P" posi-
tion, and then depress the
parking brake. To ventilate
smoke from a fire, open the
windows if possible.
2.Turn off the Hybrid system by pushing the Engine Start/Stop
Button.
3.Leave the vehicle and evacu- ate to the safety place.
4.Call emergency services for help and let them know the
vehicle is a Hybrid vehicle.
If you have an extinguisher,
extinguish a fire carefully.
Do not touch high voltage
cables, connectors and pack-
age modules. High voltage com-
ponents are orange in color.
Exposed cables or wires may
be visible inside or outside of
the vehicle. Never touch the
wires or cables, because an
electrical shock may occur
causing injury or death.
WARNING
If a submersion in water occurs:
If your vehicle was flooded and
has soaked carpeting or water
on the flooring, you should not
try to start the Hybrid system.
Never touch the high voltage
cables, connectors and pack-
age modules, because an elec-
trical shock may occur causing
injury or death. High Voltage
cables are orange in color.
Have the car towed to an
authorized Kia dealer.

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When the hybrid vehicle shuts
off
When the high voltage battery or 12-
volt battery discharges, or fuel tank is
empty, the hybrid system may not
operate.
If the Hybrid system stops operating
while the vehicle is moving, reduce
the vehicle speed gradually. Pull your
vehicle off the road in a safe area,
and shift the transmission in to Park
(P) position and;
1.Turn on the hazard warning flash-ers.
2.Using the Start button, turn the system OFF. Try to start the Hybrid
system by applying the brake
pedal and pushing the start button.
3.If the Hybrid system will not oper- ate, refer to "EMERGENCY
STARTING" in chapter 6. Before you try to jump start the vehi-
cle,
confirm the fuel level. If the fuel level
is low add more fuel before attempt-
ing as emergancy start.
THE COMPONENTS OF HYBRID VEHICLE (CONT.)
WARNING - Accident
Vehicle
Never touch electric wires or
cable. If exposed electric wires
or cables are visible inside or
outside of your vehicle, an elec-
tric shock may occur.
WARNING - PUTTING
OUT FIRE
If a fire occurs, evacuate the car
immediately and contact the fire
department

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Your vehicle at a glance
INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
1. Instrument cluster .............................4-51
2. Light control / Turn signals.......4-93, 4-97
3. Wiper/Washer ...................................4-99
4. Horn ..................................................4-38
5. Steering wheel audio control ..........4-131
6. Auto cruise control ............................5-31
7. Driver’s air bag ..................................3-45
8. Steering wheel ..................................4-37
9. ENGINE START/STOP button ............5-6
10. Hazard ..............................................6-2
11. Audio .............................................4-130
12. Climate control system .................4-107
13. Shift lever ........................................5-12
14. Aux, USB and iPod
®port ..............4-132
15. Power outlet ..................................4-127
16. Seat warmer ...................................3-10
17. Passenger’s air bag ........................3-45
18. Glove box ......................................4-123
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❈ The actual shape may differ from the illustration.

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Safety features of your vehicle
Each time you push the button, thetemperature setting of the seat is
changed as follows :
When pressing the switch for more than 1.5 seconds with the seat
warmer operating, the seat warmer
will turn OFF.
The seat warmer defaults to the OFF position whenever the engine
start/stop button is turned on.CAUTION - Seat damage
When cleaning the seats, do not use an organic solventsuch as paint thinner, ben-zene, alcohol and gasoline.Doing so may damage the sur-face of the heater or seats.
To prevent overheating the seat warmer, do not place any-thing on the seats that insu-lates against heat, such asblankets, cushions or seatcovers while the seat warmeris in operation.
Do not place heavy or sharp objects on seats equippedwith seat warmers. Damage tothe seat warming componentscould occur.
WARNING- Seat warmer
burns
Passengers should use extreme
caution when using seat warm-
ers due to the possibility of
excess heating or burns. The
seat warmer may cause burns
even at low temperatures, espe-
cially if used for long periods of
time. The occupants must be
able to feel if the seat is becom-
ing too warm and to turn the
seat warmer off.
In particular, the driver must
exercise extreme care for the
following types of passengers:
1. Infants, children, elderly or disabled persons, or hospital
outpatients
2. Persons with sensitive skin or those that burn easily
3. Fatigued individuals
4. Intoxicated individuals
5. Individuals taking medication that can cause drowsiness or
sleepiness (sleeping pills,
cold tablets, etc.)
OFF → HIGH ( ) → LOW ( )
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Features of your vehicle
To deactivate the immobilizersystem
Change the ENGINE START/STOP
button to the ON position.
To activate the immobilizer system
Change the ENGINE START/STOP
button to the OFF position. The
immobilizer system activates auto-
matically. Without a valid smart key
for your vehicle, the engine will not
start.
Your immobilizer password is a cus-
tomer unique password and should
be kept confidential. Do not leave this
number anywhere in your vehicle.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
Keep each key separate in order to
avoid a starting malfunction.
Do not put metal accessories near
the ignition switch.
Metal accessories may interrupt the
transponder signal and may prevent
the engine from being started.
If you need additional keys or lose
your keys, consult an authorized Kia
dealer. This device complies with Industry
Canada Standard RSS-210.
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harm-
ful interference, and
2. This device must accept any inter- ference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired
operation.
WARNING
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.
CAUTION - Immobilizer
damage
Do not expose your immobilizersystem to moisture, static elec-tricity and rough handling. Thismay damage your immobilizer.
CAUTION - Immobilizer
alterations
Do not change, alter or adjustthe immobilizer system becauseit could cause the immobilizersystem to malfunction.