light KIA STINGER 2021 Features and Functions Guide

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P
R
N
D
AUTO
HOLD
DRIVE MODE
OFF
OFF
VIEW
P
For more information on Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and its specific features and operations, please refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual.
Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Instrument Cluster Control (Instrument Panel Dimmer)
With parking lights/headlights ON, press B (+) or (-) to adjust the
brightness of the Instrument panel illumination.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)†8 / Traction Control System (TCS)†8
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is designed to help stabilize the vehicle
during certain cornering maneuvers. Traction Control System ( TCS) can help
improve traction. It is a good idea to keep both ESC and TCS turned on
for daily driving whenever possible.
Press the ESC button A to turn Traction Control System OFF/ON.
To turn both Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control System OFF, press
and hold the ESC button for more than 3 seconds. Press again to turn ON.
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)†8
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) is designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards when accelerating from
a stop while on a steep incline.
HAC automatically activates whether ESC is OFF or ON but does NOT activate when ESC has
malfunctioned.
REMINDERS:
§ HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in P (Park) or N (Neutral) position
§
HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while the vehicle is stopped on an incline
§ In the event of HAC system malfunction, see an Authorized Kia Dealer for service
A
B
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL VIDEO
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REMINDERS:
§ ESC is active by default at vehicle start-up. When ignition is cycled, ESC will turn ON again
§ The ESC indicator light in the instrument cluster will be lit momentarily whenever ESC is active
§
When HAC is active (e.g., during initial acceleration from a stop on an incline), you may notice that the brakes will momentarily remain engaged after you depress the accelerator. HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while stopped on an incline
§ HAC provides a two-second delay before the vehicle may start rolling backwards
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REMINDER: When pressed C, the rear window controls for the Rear Passenger Windows are disabled
Button configuration may vary depending on vehicle model.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
A Pull/Press to operate driver and front passenger’s window auto up/down
B Press to unlock /lock all doors
C Press to disable the rear passenger window controls
Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock
A
B
CE
DF
D
§ Press button A again to stop Auto Up/Down function
§ Auto Door Lock /Unlock* will engage when gear shift is moved in to or out of the P (Park) position
§
To turn Auto Door Lock /Unlock* OFF, go to User Settings* in the LCD Instrument Cluster Modes
§ While driving with the rear windows down or with the sunroof* in an open or partially open position, a wind buffeting or pulsation noise may be heard. This noise is a normal occurrence and can be reduced or eliminated by the following:
– If the noise occurs with one or both of the rear windows down, partially lower both front windows approximately 1 inch
– If the noise occurs with the sunroof open, slightly reduce the size of the sunroof opening
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Power Folding Outside Mirrors
D Press the L or R buttons to select the mirror to adjust
E Press button arrows left /right or up/down to adjust mirror position
F Toggle button left /right to unfold/fold the outside rearview mirrors
F Toggle button to center to automatically fold/unfold mirrors when:
§ Smart Key lock /unlock buttons are pressed
§ Outside door handle button is pressed
§ Driver approaches the vehicle with the Smart Key
(if activated in User Settings)
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
REMINDERS:
§ When the mirror toggle button is in the center, press the lock button twice on the Smart Key to automatically fold mirrors when exiting vehicle
§ To lock the mirror position, toggle button to the neutral (center) position
§ The mirrors will automatically unfold when the Smart Key is within close proximity to the vehicle (if activated in User Settings)
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Headlight position
Parking light position
AUTO*Auto Light* / LBA position
DRL/OFFOFF or DRL OFF position
Headlight position
Tail Light position
AUTOAuto Light / LBA-D* / High Beam Assist*
OFFOFF position
Headlights & High Beams
AUTO Light – 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.
Low Beam Assist-Dynamic (LBA-D) / Dynamic Bending Light (DBL)* – LBA can help improve visibility
during nighttime driving by aiming the low-beam headlights toward the direction the vehicle is moving. LBA
controls the aiming direction based on steering angle and speed.
When the light switch is in the AUTO light position, LBA will activate.
High Beam Assist (HBA)* – High Beam Assist is designed to automatically adjust the headlight range by
switching between high and low beams based on light detected from other vehicles and road conditions.
To enable HBA, toggle the light switch to the AUTO Light position and turn on the high beams by pushing
the lever away from you. The High Beam Assist indicator will illuminate.
REMINDERS:
§ High Beam Assist does not operate below certain speeds, or in some lighting and driving conditions. Please be aware of your surroundings and exercise proper road etiquette when operating a vehicle using the high beams.
§
HBA will operate when vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph
§
If the lever is pushed away from you while HBA is operational, HBA will turn off and the high beams will be on continuously. If the lever is pulled toward you while HBA is operational, HBA will turn off
§
If the light switch is switched to the headlight position, HBA will turn off and low beams will be on continuously
§ DRL only operates during the daytime
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) – DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during
the day. The lights will be on automatically unless one of the following occurs:
§ Headlights are on
§ Parking brake is applied
§ Switch is in the DRL OFF position
§ Engine is turned off
Headlight / High Beam Lever Operation
§ Rotate lever switch to change the headlight function:
§ Press lever away from you to turn high beam headlights ON
§ Pull lever to flash headlights/high beams
REMINDER: When the LBA indicator illuminates on the instrument cluster, the LBA is not working properly. See authorized Kia dealer for service.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
One-touchLane ChangeSignal
To operate:
§ Move lever up/down for right /left turn signal
§ Slightly move lever up/down to activate one-
touch lane change signal
Turn Signals (refer to image on page 30)
REMINDERS:
§ One-touch lane change signal is activated by briefly pressing 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 the lane change signal blinks (3/5/7), go to User Settings in the LCD instrument cluster modes For more information on the User Settings Mode, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
P
R
N
D
AUTO
HOLD
DRIVE MODE
OFF
OFF
P
(GT steering wheel illustration shown)
(GT steering wheel illustration shown)
REMINDER: If the steering wheel becomes too warm, turn the system off. The heated steering wheel may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.
REMINDER: To prevent discharge from the battery, do not adjust when the engine is OFF.
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel*† 26
To adjust the Steering Wheel manually, push the lock-release lever D down and adjust to the desired angle B and distance C.
When finished, pull the lock-release lever D up to lock Steering
Wheel in place.
A
D
E
C
B
§ It may be helpful to pull/push the bottom of the Steering Wheel towards/away from you to adjust desired distance prior to adjusting the angle
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Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving as this may cause you to lose control of the vehicle. See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving as this may cause you to lose control of the vehicle. See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Adjust the steering wheel angle B and position C with the
switch A on the steering column. Move the steering wheel so it
points towards your chest, not toward your face. Make sure
you can see the instrument panel warning lights and gauges.
After adjusting, push the steering wheel both up and down
to be certain it is locked in position. Always adust the
position of the steering wheel before driving.
Heated Steering Wheel*
While the Engine Start /Stop button is in the ON
position, press E to turn the steering wheel heater
ON. The button indicator will illuminate.
The steering wheel heater will turn off automatically
in 30 minutes, or when the button is pressed again
to deactivate.
Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel*† 26

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AUDIO SYSTEMS
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AUDIO SYSTEMS
Android Auto™
Setting up Android Auto™:
1. From an Android Auto™ compatible device, download the Android Auto™
app from the Google Play™ Store† 12
2. Open the Android Auto™ app and proceed with the on-screen instructions to
complete setup on the mobile device
How to start Android Auto™:
1. Press the SETUP key on your audio head unit’s control panel
2. Press the Phone Projection button or Device Connection, select Android Auto™ then select ENABLE
ANDROID AUTO. Review all terms, conditions and requests on the head unit and phone, and, if you agree,
accept them in order to use Android Auto™
3. Connect the Android™ device with the vehicle’s USB port using the manufacturer’s cable provided with
your phone
4. From the vehicle’s home screen, select the Android Auto™ button, where you’ll see all the Android Auto™
supported apps
Apple CarPlay®
Setting up and starting Apple CarPlay®:
1. On the head unit, press the SETUP key
2. Press the Phone Projection button or Device Connection, select Apple CarPlay® then select ENABLE
APPLE CARPL AY. Review all terms, conditions and requests on the head unit and phone, and, if you agree,
accept them in order to use Apple CarPlay®
3. Connect the Apple CarPlay® compatible iPhone†15 with the vehicle’s Multimedia USB port using the
manufacturer’s cable provided with your iPhone
4. From the vehicle’s home screen, select the Apple CarPlay® button, where you’ll see all the Apple CarPlay®
supported apps
Android AutoTM† 3 / Apple CarPlay® Setup†4
For further UVO eServices operation, refer to the Car Multimedia System User's Manual.
For other audio system information, refer to pages 26-31.
REMINDERS:
§ Android Auto compatibility requirements: USB cable that came with your phone, OS Android™ 5.0 or higher, compatible Android smartphone and data and wireless plan for applicable feature(s).
§ Apple CarPlay compatibility requirements: Apple Lightning® cable, latest iOS software, iPhone 5 or later and data and wireless plan for applicable feature(s)
§ It is recommended to always update your phone to the latest operating system release
§ Using an approved USB cable provided by your smartphone manufacture is recommended
§ Using unapproved USB cables may cause a phone projection error or a system malfunction, black screen, no sound, disconnection, etc.
§ Phone projection may not work due to a defect in the phone
§
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe bodily injury, and death. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and 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 which are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle
If Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® Randomly Disconnects:
§ Ensure the USB cable is certified by the phone manufacturer for both power and data
§ Clean the phone’s port, which the USB cable connects to, with disposable compressed air
§ The Phone should not be disturbed while driving as this can cause a disconnection at the phone’s USB port
§ Visit the phone manufacturer’s website for Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® app concerns
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CENTER PANEL
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See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
REMINDERS:
§ Using the power outlets (accessory plugs) for prolonged periods of time with the Engine Start /Stop button in the ACC position (Engine OFF ) may cause the battery to discharge
§ Only use manufacturer cables that came with your device as third party cables may cause damage to the device. It is recommended to always update your phone to the latest operating system release
12V180WAUX USB
(Located in center console in front of gearshift)
ABC
Multimedia Ports, Power Outlets & USB Charger Ports
Power Outlets A: Use the power outlets for mobile
phones and other devices designed to operate on a 12V
(180W max) power outlet.
Multimedia Ports B: Use the Aux port to connect audio
devices and the USB port to connect USB audio devices
and smartphones.
USB Charger Ports C: Devices can be recharged using
a USB cable. The Engine Start /Stop button needs to in the
ACC/ON/START position to operate the USB Charger.
§ The power outlets are inactive when ignition is in the OFF position
§ USB data port is located next to the Power Outlets B. USB Charger does not support data transfer
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Digital Clock
Select SETUP key on audio head unit. Then
scroll to and select DATE / TIME, and adjust.
Refer to the Car Multimedia System User’s Manual for more information.
REMINDERS:
§ Daylight Saving must be enabled or disabled in the Clock Settings screen.
§ To access manual date and time setting, turn GPS Time OFF in the Clock Settings (UVO eServices with Premium Navigation*)

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1. Enable Wireless Charging in the User Settings, Convenience menu
2. Slide open tray cover A. Place compatible smartphone on the center of the
charging pad B
3. Indicator light C may change to amber once the wireless charging begins
4. Once charging is complete, the orange light C may change to green
(Located in center console in front of gearshift)
REMINDERS:
§ If driver door is opened, charging will be disabled. All doors must be closed
§ The smartphone must be a compatible phone with QI function available
§ Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area
§ Wireless charging technology allows for a device to be charged using inductive charging. See your Owner’s Manual for more detailed information and the back page for legal disclaimers
§ Inductive charging systems are less ef ficient than conventional charging through cable. As a result, higher device operating temperatures may be experienced during use
§ Charging Performance – Device position on the wireless charging system can affect charging performance. Other factors that may affect the charging rate includes foreign objects, such as coins or pens, and phone case thickness
12V180WAUX USB
A
B
C
Wireless Smartphone Charging System
WIRELESS CHARGING VIDEO
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See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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For wireless charging to occur, all doors (excluding rear hatch) must be closed and the Smart Key Fob must be detected inside the vehicle
§ For best results, place smart-phone on the center of the charging pad
§ If wireless charging does not work, move smartphone around the pad until the charging indicator turns amber.
§ Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area
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P
R
N
D
AUTO
HOLD
DRIVE MODEOFFOFF
P
To shift into any gear from Park, depress the brake pedal, then press the
Unlock button A, located on the side of the gear shift lever, and shift.
P: Park – To shift into Park from any gear, press the P button B on the gear
shift while vehicle is stationary and the brake pedal is depressed (Shift by
Wire only).
R: Reverse – To shift into Reverse from Drive, depress the brake pedal, press
the Unlock button A, and move the shift lever forward twice to skip over
Neutral and into Reverse.
N: Neutral
D: Drive
Paddle Shifters: With the gear shift in Drive, pull the paddle shifter to
manually change gears.
[+]: Manual Mode Upshift*
[–]: Manual Mode Downshift*
P
R
N D
+
-
(Shift by Wire type shown)(Shift by Cable type shown)
A
B
A
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL (SHIFT BY WIRE) VIDEO
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REMINDERS:
§ Press and hold the [+} right paddle shifter to return to Automatic mode (Shift by Wire* only)
§ When in Manual Shift mode, pulling the left and right paddle shifters at the same time will NOT shift gears
§
When in P (Park), if the Unlock button is not pressed while shifting, the transmission does not shift
§
If the vehicle is turned off while in Neutral without shifting into Park, it will remain in Neutral until the driver’s door is opened. At that point it will automatically shift into Park
§
If going through a car wash, remind the attendant to keep the vehicle in Neutral (N) and keep the engine running. Also, disable the power liftgate lid control, turn off the auto rain sensing wipers and fold in the mirrors
Automatic Transmission (Shift by Cable* / Shift by Wire*)
and Manual Shift Mode (Shift by Cable only)
§ Press the Unlock button A when shifting from P (Park) to any gear
§ The instrument cluster and the light on top of the shift lever identifies the gear the vehicle is currently in
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(Paddles on rear side of steering wheel)
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P
R
N
D
AUTO
HOLD
DRIVE MODE
OFFOFF
P
A
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE / AUTO HOLD VIDEO
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Pull up and hold EPB switch again to increase brake pressure if parked on a decline or incline
§ 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
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See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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 Brake (EPB)*
REMINDERS:
§ The EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is turned ON
§ If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily or remains continuously 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. These conditions are normal and indicate that the EPB is functioning properly
§ EPB will not release unless the hood, liftgate and all doors are closed and seat belts are fastened
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