instrument cluster KIA OPTIMA HYBRID 2015 Features and Functions Guide
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Instrument Cluster - Energy Flow
Optima Hybrid’s instrument cluster LCD screen displays the following hybrid system modes to inform the driver of
its status . To change modes, go to User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes .
Optima Hybrid Cluster Overview Video
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Power Reserve - While the engine powers the
vehicle, it is also recharging the hybrid battery .
Vehicle Stop - The vehicle’s hybrid system is
standing by .
Engine Brake/Regeneration - The regenerative
braking system is recharging the hybrid battery .
Engine Generation/Regeneration - The engine and
the regenerative braking system are both recharging
the hybrid battery .
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Instrument Cluster - ECO Level
ECO Level - The more economically you drive,
the more the ECO Level increases .
Range - Estimates how far you can go before
refueling is required .
Average Fuel Consumption - Calculates average*
fuel consumption from the distance driven and amount
of fuel injected into the engine / total fuel used .
Optima Hybrid’s instrument cluster LCD screen displays the following hybrid system modes to inform the driver of its status . To change
modes, go to User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes .
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HYBRID SYSTEM DISPLAY
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Navigation System Display*
When equipped, Optima Hybrid’s Navigation screen also provides information on economical operation and hybrid
system modes, including ECODynamics . To enter the Hybrid display mode, press the Settings key on the audio control
unit . Press the on-screen INFO/UVO icon, then press HYBRID .
Energy Flow - Displays the current flow of power
between the Optima Hybrid’s main powertrain
components . It’s similar to the Energy Flow Screen in
the LCD in the instrument cluster .
Car Mode - The more economically you drive, the more
the ECO Level bars fill up . As you continue to maintain
high fuel efficiency, leaves will appear and begin to fly off
the vehicle .
Average Fuel Economy - Displays the average fuel
economy over the duration of a trip .
PM
ECO Level
PM
50
40
30
20
10
MPG NOW 30 min
10 min 20 minAverage
Fuel Econom y13.4 MPGElectric
Gasoline
Average
Fuel Economy
PM
Earth Mode - The more economically you drive, the
more the ECO Level bars fill up, and the earth becomes
more blue . As you continue to maintain high fuel
efficiency, the earth will start growing leaves .
PM
Optima Hybrid Navigation System ECODynamics Display Video
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AUTO HOLD temporarily maintains the
vehicle at a standstill even if the brake pedal
is released . AUTO HOLD can be turned ON/
OFF using the AUTO HOLD switch B on
the driver’s panel . Before AUTO HOLD will
operate, the driver’s door, engine hood and
trunk must be closed, and the driver’s seat
belt must be fastened .
The AUTO HOLD indicator has four states:
White: Standby - With vehicle at a standstill,
and AUTO HOLD switch B turned ON, the
indicator will illuminate white . While driving
the vehicle (vehicle is not at a standstill), the
AUTO HOLD indicator will remain white .
Yellow: Malfunction - When the indicator
is illuminated yellow, there may be a system
malfunction . Take your vehicle to a local Kia dealer .
Green: Engaged - When coming to a complete stop by depressing the brake
pedal, the AUTO HOLD indicator changes from white to green .
OFF (not illuminated) - The indicator will turn OFF when the AUTO HOLD
switch B is manually turned OFF or when the EPB is manually turned ON .
REMINDERS:
• As a bulb check, the EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned ON
• If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily, or continues to remain lit, take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked
•The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving
• A click or electric brake motor sound may be heard while operating or releasing the EPB, but these conditions are normal and indicate that the EPB is functioning properly
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)*
The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system utilizes
an electric motor to engage the parking brake .
Applying the Parking Brake
Depress the brake pedal and pull up the EPB
switch A . Ensure that the indicator light is
illuminated on the instrument cluster .
Releasing the Parking Brake
The EPB will automatically release when the
shifter is placed in Reverse or Drive .
To release EPB manually, depress the brake pedal, then press the EPB
switch A, with the ignition switch in the ON position . Ensure that the
indicator light i s O F F .
Electric Parking Break (EPB)/AUTO HOLD Video
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AUTO HOLD*
Refer to page 4 for location of Instrument Cluster indicators.
•
•When leaving your keys with parking lot attendants or valet, make sure to inform them how to operate the EPB •If parked on a steep incline, pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB application •Pull up and hold EPB switch a second time to increase brake pressure if parked on a decline or incline
QUICK TIPS
A
B
(Located on Center Panel)
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For more information on Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and its specific features and operations, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during cornering
maneuvers . It is a good idea to keep the ESC turned ON for daily driving
whenever possible .
Press ESC OFF button B to disable Traction Control in ESC (ESC OFF indicator
will illuminate) .
To turn both Traction Control and Stability Control off, press and hold ESC OFF
button B (ESC OFF indicator will illuminate, and an alert sounds) .
REMINDERS:
•ESC is active by default at vehicle start-up
• The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate whenever the ESC is in operation
Instrument Panel Dimmer
Toggle switch A up or down to adjust display brightness of the instrument
panel illumination .
REMINDER: The Instrument Panel Dimmer does not adjust brightness on the Navigation System screen, use Navigation setup to adjust brightness on the Navigation System .
HAC helps prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when accelerating
from a stop while on a steep incline .
The HAC automatically activates whether the ESC is OFF or ON but does
NOT activate when the ESC has malfunctioned .
REMINDERS:
•The HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position .
•In the event of HAC system malfunction, see Authorized Kia Dealer for service .
(Located left of Steering Wheel)
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
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•When HAC is active (e .g ., accelerating from a stop on an incline), you may notice that the brakes will momentarily remain engaged after you depress the accelerator •HAC provides a 2-second delay before the vehicle may start rolling backward
QUICK TIPS
AB
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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
Power Windows, Window Lock
& Central Door Lock
REMINDER: When pressed C, window controls for the Rear Passenger Windows are disabled .
REMINDER: To lock position of mirrors, toggle switch to the neutral (center) position .
Power Folding Outside Mirrors*
Toggle D left or right to select mirror . Then press arrows to adjust
mirror position .
To both fold and unfold the outside rearview mirror, press the folding
mirror button E as pictured .
Power/Heated Outside Mirrors*
Mirror heaters controlled with Rear Defroster .
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 .
To automatically fold mirrors when exiting vehicle, press the LOCK button once on the key fob or Smart Key* .
QUICK TIP
A
BC
D
E
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Headlights & High Beams
AUTO Light* function — When the light switch is in the AUTO Light
position, the tail lights and headlights will turn ON/OFF automatically
depending on the amount of light outside the vehicle .
To o p e r a t e :
•Rotate lever to change the Headlight function
•Push lever to turn High Beams ON
•Pull lever to flash Headlights/High Beams
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)*
DRL may help others to see the front of your vehicle during the day . The
lights will be on automatically when the ignition or ENGINE START/STOP
button* is ON and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position, unless one of
the following occurs:
Turn Signals & Fog Lights
To o p e r a t e :
•Turn Signals - Move lever Up/Down for Right /Left Turn Signal
•Fog Lights - Rotate lever ring to turn Fog Lights ON/OFF
REMINDER: Headlights must be ON for Fog Light operation .
AUTO
AUTO
•Headlights are on
•Parking brake is applied
•Fog lights are on
•Engine is turned off
REMINDERS:
•DRL only operates during the daytime
• The DRL system turns off when the headlights are ON, parking brake is applied or the front fog lights are tuned on
One-Touch Lane Change Signal is activated by moving the Turn Signal
Lever slightly for less than 1 second and then releasing . The lane change
signal will blink 3 times .
To change how many times (3/5/7) the Lane Change Signal blinks, go to User
Settings Mode in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes .
AUTO*Automatic Headlights position
Headlight position
Parking light position
OFFOFF position
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
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SeatbackLumbarSeat forward/backwardSeat Cushion
Driver Position Memory System*
To store a seating position into memory, first place the shifter into P (Park)
while the ignition switch is ON . Then:
1 . Adjust the driver’s seat
2 . Press the SET button A on the control panel . System will beep once
3 . Press one of the memory buttons B within 5 seconds . The system will
beep twice when memory has been stored
4 . “Driver (1 or 2) set is memorized” will appear on the instrument cluster
LCD screen
Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat*
Move/Press controls to adjust Seat forward/backward, Seat Cushion, Seatback or Lumbar
SET
1
2
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A
B
CCDE
CD
E
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SEATING