KIA STINGER 2023 Features and Functions Guide
Manufacturer: KIA, Model Year: 2023, Model line: STINGER, Model: KIA STINGER 2023Pages: 72, PDF Size: 5.51 MB
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CENTER PANEL
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CENTER PANEL
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DRIVE MODE
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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 brake pedal is engaged and shifter is shifted out of P (Park) to R (Reverse) or shifted out of N (Neutral) to Reverse or D (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 is OFF .
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)*
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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
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When leaving your keys with parking lot at tendants or valet, make sure to inform them how to operate the EPB
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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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The EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is turned ON
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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
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The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving
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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
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EPB will not release unless the hood, liftgate and all doors are closed and seat belts are fastened
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P
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AUTO
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DRIVE MODE
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Front Seats
Seat Warmers:
•Press button A up once for high setting (3 LEDs lit)
•Press button twice for medium setting (2 LEDs lit)
•Press a third time for low setting (1 LED lit) and again to turn OFF
Ventilated Seats:
•Press button B down once for high setting (3 LEDs lit)
•Press twice for medium setting (2 LEDs lit)
•Press a third time for low setting (1 LED lit) and again to turn OFF
Seat Warmers† 15 / Ventilated Seats*
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
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Seat Warmers and Ventilated Seats Video
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With the seat warmer switch in the ON position, the heating system in the seat turns OFF or ON automatically depending on the seat temperature
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When the Climate Control System’s temperature is turned up to high heat, the Seat Warmers turn on automatically
QUICK TIPSREMINDER: Use extreme caution when using the seat warmers to avoid burns . See section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
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S E AT I N G
SEATING
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S E AT I N G
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SEATING
SeatbackLumbar / Power Seat-back Bolster Control*Seat Cushion Extension*SeatSeat Cushion
Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat† 13
Move/Press controls to adjust Seat, Seat forward/backward, Seat Cushion tilt up/down, Seatback forward/backward, Lumbar up/down/forward/backward or Seat Cushion Extension forward/backward .
REMINDER: Do not at tempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving . This could result in loss of control of the vehicle .
See section 3 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
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Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat with Memory Settings Video
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S E AT I N G
SEATING
Driver Position Memory System*
The integrated system stores into memory the position of the driver ’s seat, outside rearview mirrors, steering wheel positions and seat cushion extension* . To store positions into memory, first place the gear shift into P (Park) while the Engine Star t/Stop button is in the ON position . Then:
1 .
Adjust the driver ’s seat, outside rearview mirrors, settings and steering wheel positions
2 .
Press the SET button B on the control panel . System will BEEP once
3 .
Press one of the memory buttons 1 or 2 C within 4 seconds . The system will BEEP twice when memory has been stored
(Located on driver ’s door control panel)
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REMINDERS:
•But ton may be hard to see if headrest is in its lowest position
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Do not operate the vehicle with the headrests removed . Headrests can provide critical neck and head suppor t in an accident . Do not at tempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving . This could result in loss of control of the vehicle .
See section 3 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
REMINDER: Do not operate the vehicle with the headrests removed . Headrests can provide critical neck and head suppor t in an accident .
See section 3 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
To raise headrest: Pull headrest up .
To lower headrest: Press the lock button A , then press the
headrest down .
Front Seat Headrest Adjustment†7
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For easy adjustments, hold a headrest post with one hand while using the other hand to pull the headrest from underneath
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How to Sync Transmitter with HomeLink®
If programming for the first time, begin with Step 1 (repeating this step will delete all information) .
To program non-rolling and rolling code garage door openers and other devices:
1 . Press and hold the left A and center C buttons simultaneously until the indicator light G begins to flash (to reprogram buttons, skip this step)
2 . Press and hold the desired button A B C and hold the button on the transmitter while it is approximately 1 to 3 inches away from the mirror . The HomeLink® Indicator light F will flash rapidly once the frequency signal has been successfully programmed
To finish programming rolling code garage door openers, complete these steps:
3 . Locate the “learn” or “smart ” button on the garage door ’s motor head unit . Press and release the button and complete Step 4 within 30 seconds
4 . Firmly press and release the programmed HomeLink® button up to three times
Operating HomeLink®:
Press one of the programmed HomeLink® buttons .
Erasing programmed buttons:
Press and hold the A and C buttons simultaneously for approximately 20 seconds, and then release both buttons within 30 seconds .
The HomeLink® / Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror* is designed to reduce glare from a vehicle’s headlights located in the rear and also connect up to three electronic transmitters into one location .
HomeLink®†2 with Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror*
A HomeLink® Channel 1
B HomeLink® Channel 2
C HomeLink® Channel 3
D Garage Door Opener Status Indicator: Closing or Closed
E HomeLink® Operation Indicator
F Garage Door Opener Status Indicator: Opening or Open
G HomeLink® User Interface Indicator
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HomeLink® Support
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You can reprogram a single HomeLink but ton by repeating Step 2
•Erasing the programmed but tons will delete all trained transmit ters
QUICK TIPS
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OTHER KEY
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The sunroof glass and sunshade operation is controlled by a multi-directional switch A . The Start/Stop button needs to be in the ON or START position to operate the sunroof .
To slide the sunshade and sunroof glass:
Auto Open – Push the switch A backward to the second detent position and release .
Auto Close – Push the switch A forward to the second detent position and release .
To slide the sunshade only:
Auto Open – Push the switch A backward to the first detent position and release .
Auto Close – Push the switch A forward to the first detent position and release .
Slide the sunroof glass (with sunshade open):
Auto Open – Push the switch A backward to the first detent position and release .
Auto Close – Push the switch A forward to the first detent position and release to close sunroof glass only . Push the switch A forward to the second detent position and release to close sunroof glass and sunshade .
To tilt the sunroof glass:
Raise: Push and release switch A upward
Lower: Push and release switch A upward
Auto-close sunroof glass and sunshade:
Slide the switch forward to the farthest position .
Your vehicle’s sunroof controls may differ from that in the illustration .
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
Sunroof Operation*
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Sunroof Operation Video
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•To stop the sunroof glass/sunshade at any position, press or pull the sunroof control switch in any direction
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REMINDERS:
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Sunshade must remain OPEN while sunroof is open
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If the vehicle is turned off with the Sunroof not fully closed, the Instrument Cluster LCD will display a warning message and a chime will sound for a few seconds
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Do not adjust the sunroof or sunshade while driving . This could result in loss of control of the vehicle
•When closing, be mindful of any objects or persons
(But ton located within overhead lamp console)
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HOLD
LockUnlock
Smart Key with Remote Start†6
A Press to lock all doors
B Press to unlock driver ’s door . Press twice within 4 seconds to unlock all doors
C Press and hold for more than 1 second to unlock the Liftgate and open manually (the Smart Power Liftgate* will unlock and automatically open)
REMINDERS:
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Manual-Liftgate lid will par tially open . To fully open, lift up manually
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The Liftgate unlocks when the Smar t Key is within close proximit y of the vehicle
D Press and hold more than a half a second for panic alarm . To turn off alarm, press any button
E Press to release mechanical key F
G Remote Start: Lock the doors by pressing the door lock button A within 32 feet distance from the vehicle . Within four (4) seconds of pressing the door lock button A , press and hold the Remote Start button D for more than two (2) seconds to start the vehicle . To stop the Remote Start operation, press the button again . If driver doesn’t enter the vehicle within ten minutes of starting the vehicle, the engine will automatically turn off .
Driver’s Door Lock/Unlock Button H :
To unlock door(s):
•Press button once to unlock driver ’s door
•Press again within 4 seconds to unlock all doors
To lock all doors:
•Press again to lock all doors
Mechanical Key F :
•Use to unlock/lock driver ’s door:
1 .
Remove door handle keyhole cover with mechanical key by pressing up into slot on bottom of cover as shown I
2 .
Insert mechanical key J and turn left to unlock driver ’s door
3 .
Insert mechanical key J and turn right to lock driver ’s door
4 .
Reinsert the Mechanical Key inside the Smart Key fob
•Use to lock and unlock glove box
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OTHER KEY FEATURES
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Kia Smart & Folding Key Fobs Video
Remote Start - Smart Key Video
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If the Smar t Key bat ter y is weak or not working properly, hold the Smar t Key fob up to the Engine Star t/Stop but ton (lock but ton side closest) and press to star t engine
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The Smar t Key ’s signal can be blocked by the normal operation of a cellular phone or smar tphone . To help prevent this, store each device separately
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When reinser ting the mechanical key into the fob, make sure it is pushed all the way in until there is a click sound
QUICK TIPS
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REMINDER: Remote but ton configuration may var y depending on vehicle options
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
Do not use remote climate control or remote start if vehicle is in an enclosed area (e .g ., closed garage) or a partially enclosed area without ventilation . Close all doors leading from adjacent living areas to the vehicle area before executing a remote climate control or remote start command .
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Smart Power Liftgate*† 11
The Smart Power Liftgate can be operated from several controls to either open, close or lock the Liftgate .
To turn the Smart Power Liftgate features ON, go to User Setting mode in the LCD Instrument Cluster Modes and set to ON .
The Smart Power Liftgate will close the Liftgate, lock all doors and Liftgate and then arm the vehicle .
Opening from Inside the Vehicle:
Press the Smart Power Liftgate Open/Close button* A to automatically open/close the Liftgate .
Opening from Outside the Vehicle:
To open the Smart Power Liftgate automatically, press the Liftgate Release handle switch B on exterior of the Liftgate .
Automatically close by pressing Smart Power Liftgate Close button* C located inside the Liftgate lid .
(But ton located on driver ’s panel, left of the steering wheel)
(Located inside Liftgate lid)
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
OTHER KEY FEATURES
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Smart Power Liftgate Video
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•To cancel the Smar t Power Liftgate while automatically opening or closing, press any but ton on the Smar t Key fob
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REMINDERS:
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All doors are closed and locked after about 15 seconds
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The Smar t Power Liftgate feature will not operate when the following occurs:
–Doors are recently closed and locked
–The Smar t Key is still detected after 15 seconds near the vehicle or within 60 inches of the door handles
–A door is not locked or closed
–The Smar t Key is in the vehicle
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Pulling the Liftgate upward by the handle or pressing the but ton a second time will interrupt the automatic opening of the Smar t Power Liftgate
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Smart Power Liftgate*† 11 (Continued)
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See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
Opening with no-touch activation:
When the Smart Key fob is on your person and you are within close proximity
of the back of the vehicle, the hazard lights will blink and a chime will sound for about 3 seconds as an alert that the Smart Power Liftgate is about to open .
Then the alert system will blink and chime two additional times before opening the Smart Power Liftgate .
The Smart Power Liftgate feature is OFF by default . To enable the Smart Power Liftgate, go to User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes .
Smart Key:
Using the Smart Key fob to automatically open the Smart Power Liftgate*, press and hold the Smart Key Liftgate button A . Press again and hold to close .
OTHER KEY FEATURES
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Kia Smart & Folding Key Fob Video
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The Liftgate must be unlocked before it can be opened by the Liftgate Release but ton
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The Liftgate unlocks automatically and then can be opened manually when the Smar t Key is within close proximit y to the back of the vehicle
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REMINDERS:
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Smar t Power Liftgate may be damaged if at tempting to open or close manually
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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 Smar t Power Liftgate lid control using the but ton inside the glove compar tment, turn off the auto rain-sensing wipers and fold in the mirrors
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When not in use, keep the Liftgate Lid Control but ton in the OFF position
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Ensure all obstacles are out of the way of the Liftgate lid when operating the Smar t Power Liftgate
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Automatic Turn Off Function
The interior lights automatically turn off approximately 20 seconds after the Engine Start/Stop button is
turned OFF .
Map/Room Lamp Operation
Map Lamps – Press lens A to turn the Driver ’s/Passenger ’s Map Lamps ON/OFF . This light produces a spot beam for convenient use as a map lamp or as a personal lamp for the driver or the front passenger .
Room button – Press button B to turn all the Map/Room Lamps ON/OFF .
Door button – Press button C to turn the Map/Room Lamp ON, for 30 seconds, when a door is opened, unlocked from Smart Key or the ignition is turned OFF . When pressed and a door is opened, or doors are unlocked from the Smart Key, the Map and Room Lamps turn ON for approximately 30 seconds .
The lamps will turn OFF immediately if the Engine Start/Stop button is turned ON or all doors are locked .
OTHER KEY FEATURES
Map/Room Lamps
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
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When doors are unlocked by the Smar t Key, the lamp turns ON for approximately 30 seconds
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If your vehicle is equipped with the theft alarm system, the interior lights automatically turn off approximately 3 seconds after the system is in armed stage
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Using interior lights for an extended period of time may cause bat ter y discharge
QUICK TIPS
REMINDER: When room lamp lens is pressed ON it will remain ON, even when the map lamp switch is in the OFF position .
(Overhead lamp console)