instrument cluster KIA STINGER 2023 Features and Functions Guide

ADAS
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEM (ADAS)
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RCCA is designed to detect vehicles approaching from the left and right side while your vehicle is reversing, and warn the driver that a collision is imminent with a warning message and an audible warning . To help prevent
collision, braking assist may be applied .
When the rear-corner radar sensors detect approaching vehicles from the rear left or rear right side of the vehicle A, RCCA will sound a warning, the warning indicators on the outside rearview mirror will illuminate and a message will appear on the Instrument Cluster LCD B and the audio head unit .* If RCCA detects that the collision risk has increased, RCCA automatically applies the brakes to reduce your speed, potentially helping to minimize the effects of a possible collision .
RCCA is designed to operate under the following conditions:
•When the gear shift is in Reverse
•When the vehicle is moving slower than 5 mph
RCCA Settings:
•RCCA can be turned on/off by going to the User Settings* in the Instrument Cluster or the Vehicle Settings* in the Infotainment System
•Only adjust settings when the vehicle is at a standstill, gear shift is in Park and the ignition is turned on or the Engine Start/Stop button* in the ON position
•To access User settings* in the Instrument Cluster - Press the Mode button C on the Steering Wheel to toggle to User Settings . Press the OK button D up/down to toggle to Driver Assistance, then Parking Safety . Select Rear Cross-traffic Safety and press the OK button D
•To access Vehicle settings* in the Infotainment System – Press the SETUP key or the onscreen SETUP button . Press VEHICLE to enter Vehicle Settings . Select Driver Assistance, then Parking Safety and select Rear Cross-traffic Safety
•Warning Timing – When in the Driver Assistance menu, select Warning Timing and one of the following:
–Normal: Maximizes the amount of distance between the vehicles before the initial warning occurs
–Later: Reduces the amount of distance between the vehicles before the initial warning occurs
Rear Cross-traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)†3
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See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
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Rear Cross-traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA) Video
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REMINDERS:
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The RCCA feature can be activated or deactivated in User Set tings, under Driver Assistance, Parking Safet y
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When vehicle power is cycled, RCCA will remain in the previous state
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When a vehicle is approaching within the sensing range, and traveling faster than 3 mph, RCCA will show a warning
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RCCA is a supplemental system . Do not rely solely on this system and always pay at tention to the road and its conditions
RCCA Warning Volume can be adjusted in the User Set tings in the Instrument Cluster or the Vehicle Set tings on the audio head unit . Go to Driver Assistance, then Warning Volume .
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ADAS
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEM (ADAS)
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Head-Up Display is a supplemental system . Do not rely solely on the system, always drive safely, and pay attention to the driving conditions on the road .
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation .
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
Head-Up Display (HUD)*†8
The Head-Up Display (HUD) is a semi-transparent display that projects a snippet of information from the instrument cluster and navigation system* onto the windshield glass .
To turn HUD ON or OFF, go to User Settings in the LCD Modes .
The HUD displays:
•Turn By Turn (TBT) navigation information
•Road signs
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Speedometer
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SCC vehicle distance information
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Lane Safety
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Blind-spot Safety information
•Warning lights (low fuel)
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AC mode information
•Lane Following Assist information
•Highway Driving Assist information (if equipped)
•Highway Auto Speed Change information*
Head-Up Display (HUD) Settings
Drivers can adjust the HUD settings from the LCD Instrument Cluster modes in User Settings . HUD settings include:
•Enable Head-Up Display
•Display Height: Adjust the height of the HUD image on the windshield glass
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Rotation: Adjust the degree of HUD rotation
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Brightness: Adjust the intensity of the HUD brightness
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Contents Select: Activate or deactivate HUD content (TBT*, BCA , LK A , SCC)
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Speedometer Size: Choose the size of the HUD speedometer (Small, Medium, Large)
•Speedometer Color*: Choose the color of the HUD speedometer (White, Amber, Green*)
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Head-Up Display (HUD) Video
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REMINDERS:
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The HUD image on the windshield glass may not be visible when:
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The driver has poor sit ting posture
–The driver is wearing polarized sunglasses
–There is an object covering the HUD
–Driving on a wet road
–Excessive lighting inside or outside the vehicle
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Modifications made to the windshield, such as tinting or other aftermarket treatments, could affect the HUD . When replacing the front windshield glass of vehicles equipped with the HUD, owners must replace it with windshield glass designed for HUD operation . Other wise, duplicated images may be displayed on the windshield glass
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If Turn By Turn (TBT) navigation information is selected as HUD content, TBT information will not be displayed on the LCD

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For more information on Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and its specific features and operations, please refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual .
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)†5 / Traction Control System (TCS)†5
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 .
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Electronic Stability Control Video
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REMINDERS:
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ESC is active by default at vehicle star t-up . When ignition is cycled, ESC will turn ON again
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The ESC indicator light in the instrument cluster will be lit momentarily whenever ESC is activeA
Refer to section 4 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 .B
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)†5
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:
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HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in P (Park) or N (Neutral) position
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HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while the vehicle is stopped on an incline
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In the event of HAC system malfunction, see an Authorized Kia Dealer for ser vice
•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
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HAC provides a t wo-second delay before the vehicle may star t rolling backwards
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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
REMINDERS:
• When pressing C, the window controls for the Rear Passenger Windows are disabled
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When closing windows, be mindful of any objects or persons
Button configuration may vary depending on vehicle model .
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
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Press but ton A again to stop Auto Up/Down function
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Auto Door Lock/Unlock* will engage when gear shift is moved in to or out of the P (Park) position
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To turn Auto Door Lock/Unlock* OFF, go to User Set tings* in the LCD Instrument Cluster Modes
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While driving with the rear windows down or with the sunroof* in an open or par tially 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:
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If the noise occurs with one or both of the rear windows down, par tially lower both front windows approximately 1 inch
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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:
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When the mirror toggle but ton is in the center, press the lock but ton t wice on the Smar t Key to automatically fold mirrors when exiting vehicle
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To lock the mirror position, toggle but ton to the neutral (center) position
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The mirrors will automatically unfold when the Smar t Key is within close proximit y to the vehicle (if activated in User Set tings)
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Headlight position
Parking light position
AUTO*Auto Light* / LBA-D* / High Beam Assist*
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 .
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
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Rotate lever switch to change the headlight function:
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Press lever away from you to turn high beam headlights ON
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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 ser vice .
STEERING WHEEL
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS

High Beam Assist (HBA)
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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 , rotate the light switch to the AUTO Light position A and turn on the high beams by pushing the lever away from you . The High Beam Assist indicator will illuminate .
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
REMINDERS:
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High Beam Assist does not operate below cer tain speeds, or in some lighting and driving conditions . Please be aware of your surroundings and exercise proper road etiquet te when operating a vehicle using the high beams .
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HBA will operate when vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph . When vehicle speed is below 15 mph, HBA will not turn on
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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
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If the light switch is switched to the headlight position, HBA will turn off and low beams will be on continuously
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DRL only operates during the day time
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
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High Beam Assist (HBA) Video
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One-touch Lane Change Signal
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
For more information on the User Settings Mode, please refer to your Owner’s Manual .
REMINDERS:
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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
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To change how many times the lane change signal blinks (3/5/7), go to User Set tings in the LCD instrument cluster modes

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CENTER PANEL
Charge a Qi Certified smartphone wirelessly by placing it on the charging pad A at the front of the console, near the Multimedia USB ports and the charging indicator, while the ignition is on .
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Enable Wireless Charging in the User Settings* in the Instrument Cluster LCD or the Vehicle Settings* in the infotainment system, select Convenience then Wireless Charging System
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Slide open tray cover B . Place compatible smartphone on the center of the charging pad A
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Indicator light†2 1 C may change to amber once the wireless charging begins
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Once charging is complete, the orange light C may change to green
(Located in center console in front of gearshift)
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Wireless Smartphone Charging System*†1 7
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
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Wireless Charging Video
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For wireless charging to occur, all doors (excluding rear hatch) must be closed and the Smar t Key Fob must be detected inside the vehicle
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For best results, place smar t-phone on the center of the charging pad
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If wireless charging does not work, move smar tphone around the pad until the charging indicator turns amber .
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Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area
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REMINDERS:
•If driver door is opened, charging will be disabled . All doors must be closed
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The smar tphone must be a compatible QI cer tified phone with QI function available . Some smar tphone models are not QI cer tified, which may affect the availabilit y, speed or per formance of the wireless charging
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Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area
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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
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Inductive charging systems are less ef ficient than conventional charging through cable . As a result, higher device operating temperatures may be experienced during use
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Charging Per formance – Device position on the wireless charging system can affect charging per formance . Other factors that may affect the charging rate includes foreign objects, such as coins or pens, and phone case thickness
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Idle, Stop and Go (ISG) System*
The ISG system is designed to reduce fuel consumption by automatically shutting down the engine when the vehicle is at a standstill .
When the ISG system is ON and the vehicle is at a standstill the engine will stop, and the green AUTO STOP indicator A on the instrument cluster will illuminate .
The engine will restart when the brake pedal is released or the shift lever is moved from D (Drive) to the R (Reverse) position or to Manual Shift mode* . When the engine restarts, the green AUTO STOP indicator on the instrument cluster will turn off .
To deactivate the ISG System, press the ISG OFF button B . If you press again, the system will be activated .
For more information on Idle, Stop and Go System, refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual or contact your local dealership .
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation .
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Idle, Stop and Go Video
Launch Control Video
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• The ISG system is disabled when:
–A seat belt is unfastened
–The hood or a door is opened
–Bat ter y condition is poor
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The front or rear defroster is turned on
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Engine coolant temperature is low
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The outside ambient temperature is too low/high
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Emission control devices activate
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The vehicle is on a steep slope
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ISG is active by default at vehicle star t-up . When ignition is cycled, ISG will turn ON again
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Under cer tain conditions, the engine will restar t automatically even if the brake pedal is still depressed
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If the AUTO STOP indicator is continuously blinking yellow and the ISG but ton LED is on, please contact an authorized Kia dealer
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
Launch Control aids in controlling acceleration to help the vehicle accelerate smoothly and quickly, while avoiding slipping of the drive wheels and other engine, clutch and gearbox issues .
To turn on, press and hold the ESC OFF button C for more than three seconds while DRIVE MODE D is in SPORT Mode .
To activate, with the left foot press brake firmly while gear shift is in D (Drive) and then press the accelerator pedal fully to the floor . The LCD will display a ready status .
Launch Control*
REMINDERS:
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When launching, stop vehicle and keep steering wheel straight
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Brake pedal, EPB and Auto Hold must be released for smooth launching
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Always drive safely and use caution

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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 .
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D: Drive
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Automatic Transmission (Shift by Cable* / Shift by Wire*)
and Manual Shift Mode (Shift by Cable only)
(Paddles on rear side of steering wheel)
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Automatic Transmission Control (Shift by Wire) Video
Automatic Transmission with Paddle Shifters
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Paddle Shifters
•Press the Unlock but ton 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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REMINDERS:
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Press and hold the [+} right paddle shifter to return to Automatic mode (Shift by Wire* only)
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When in Manual Shift mode, pulling the left and right paddle shifters at the same time will NOT shift gears
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When in P (Park), if the Unlock but ton is not pressed while shifting, the transmission does not shift
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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
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If going through a car wash, remind the at tendant 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
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Paddle Shifters: With the gear shift in Drive, pull the paddle shifter to manually change gears .
[+]: Manual Mode Upshift*
[–]: Manual Mode Downshift*

Auto Hold temporarily maintains the vehicle at a standstill even if the brake pedal is not depressed after the driver brings the vehicle to a complete stop by depressing the brake pedal . Auto Hold can be turned On/Off using the
AUTO HOLD switch A on the center panel . Before Auto Hold will operate, the driver ’s door, engine hood and liftgate must be closed and the driver ’s seat belt must be fastened .
Depress the brake pedal, start the engine and then press the AUTO HOLD switch A . The white Auto Hold indicator will come on indicating the system is in standby .
The Auto Hold indicator, which is in the instrument cluster, has four states:
White: Standby – When vehicle is in Park and at a standstill, and AUTO HOLD switch A turned ON, the indicator will illuminate white . While driving the vehicle (vehicle is not at a standstill), the Auto Hold indicator will remain white .
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 A is manually turned OFF or when the EPB is manually turned ON .
Yellow: Malfunction – When the indicator is illuminated yellow, there may be a system malfunction . Take your vehicle to a local Kia dealer .
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Electric Parking Brake / Auto Hold Video
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Auto Hold
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REMINDERS:
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Auto Hold only operates when vehicle is in Drive, Neutral or Reverse
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To reduce the risk of an accident, do not activate Auto Hold while driving downhill, backing up or parking your vehicle
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Do not rely solely on the Auto Hold system to keep the vehicle stopped . Always pay at tention to traf fic and road conditions, and be prepared to depress the brakes
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