Kia Niro User Manual Notes 29/01/23
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Starting
1. Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied.
2. Place the shift dial in P (Park). With the shift dial in N (Neutral), you cannot start the vehicle.
3. Depress the brake pedal.
4. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button. If the hybrid system starts, the READY indicator will come
on
Starting & Stopping
OFF
- Press the ENGINE START/STOP button in P to turn the vehicle off.
ACC (Accessory)
- Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once without depressing the brake pedal.
- The electrical accessories can be operated.
- Turns off automatically after approximately 1 hour to prevent battery discharge.
ON
- Press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the brake pedal.
- The warning lights can be checked.
START/RUN
- Press the ENGINE START/STOP button while depressing the brake pedal in P (Park).
- Start the engine in P for the safety
If the engine stalls while the vehicle is in motion, do not attempt to move the gear to the P (Park)
position. If the traffic and road conditions permit, you may put the gear in the N (Neutral) position
while the vehicle is still moving and press the ENGINE START/ STOP button in an attempt to restart
the engine.
If the battery is weak or the smart key does not work correctly, you can start the engine by pressing
the ENGINE START/STOP button with the smart key. When you press the ENGINE START/STOP
button directly with the smart key, the smart key should contact the button at a right angle.
When the stop lamp fuse is blown, you cannot start the engine normally. Replace the fuse with a
new one. If it is not possible, you can start the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button
for 10 seconds while it is in the ACC position. The engine can start without pressing the brake pedal.
But for your safety always press the brake pedal before starting the engine.
When the engine is running with the shift dial in N (Neutral), the hybrid system cannot generate
electricity. The hybrid battery cannot recharge with the shift dial in N (Neutral).
When your vehicle is not used for a long period of time, the hybrid system will discharge. You need
to drive the vehicle several times a month. We recommend driving at least for 1 hour or 16 km.
When the ready indicator goes OFF or blinks, there is a problem with the system. If this occurs, we
recommend that you have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Warning light: Check Hybrid system. Do not start engine This message is displayed when the
hybrid battery power (SOC) level is low. A warning chime will sound until the problem is solved.
Refrain from driving when the warning message is displayed.
Immobiliser Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates for up to 30 seconds:
• When the vehicle detects the smart key in the vehicle properly while the Engine Start/Stop
Button is ACC or ON.
- At this time, you can start the engine.
- The indicator light goes off after starting the engine.
This indicator light blinks for a few seconds:
• When the smart key is not in the vehicle. At this time, you cannot start the engine.
This indicator light illuminates for 2 seconds and goes off:
• When the vehicle cannot detect the smart key which is in the vehicle while the Engine
Start/Stop Button is ON.
In this case, we recommend that you have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
This indicator light blinks:
• When the battery of the smart key is weak.
- At this time, you cannot start the engine. However, you can start the engine if you press
the Engine Start/Stop Button with the smart key.
• When there is a malfunction with the immobilizer system.
In this case, we recommend that you have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Breaking In
First 600 miles - While driving, keep your engine speed within 3,000 rpm. Do not maintain a single
speed for long periods of time, either fast or slow. Varying engine speed is needed to properly break-
in the engine.
First 4000 miles - do not race the engine, avoid hard stops, except in emergencies, to allow the
brakes to seat properly
Fuel Flap
Fuel door open is a button on control panel if fitted. Else, press the rear center edge to open the
fuel filler door. Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it counter-clockwise. The fuel filler door will
unlock when driver's door is unlocked. To unlock fuel filler door: Press the unlock button on your
smart key, press the central door unlock button on armrest trim of driver's door. The fuel filler door
will lock when all doors are locked. To lock fuel filler door: press the lock button on your smart key,
press the central door lock button
Auto reverse mirror
Use switch in centre console. See p 5-47 for settings. Do not attempt to adjust the outside rear view
mirror by hand. Doing so may damage the parts. Note mirrors do not unless car is in park.
To use:
• Shift to P
• Move mirror switch to L/R
• Shift to R
• Adjust mirror
• Shift to another gear
Type A instruments
Show Power Gauge in display?
Use mode button on steering wheel to change what is displayed on LCD:
• Driving assist - Lane Keeping Assist, Smart Cruise Control, Lane Following Assist, Highway
Driving Assist
• Trip computer – drive info, since refuelling, accumulated info, energy flow, digital speedo
• Turn by turn – route guidance, destination info
• User Settings - Driver assistance, eco vehicle, HUD, cluster, lights, door, convenience, units,
language, reset
• Information / warning – TPMS, engine temperature, warnings
Press and hold OK button to reset above when displayed
Note many settings are better done from the main display
Gasoline particulate filter (if equipped)
The Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) is the system that removes the soot from the exhaust gas.
Unlike a disposable air filter, the GPF system automatically
burns (oxidizes) and removes the accumulated soot while driving. However, repeated short-distance
driving or long-distance driving at a low speed can stop the accumulated soot from automatically
being removed by the GPF system. If the accumulated soot reaches a certain amount, the GPF
warning light will illuminate. To re-operate the GPF system, the vehicle should be driven for more
than 30 minutes at a speed of 50mph and faster. Ensure the following conditions are met:
safe road conditions, transmission 3 or above, and engine speed of 1,500- 4,000 rpm. Driving at 50
mph or faster for recommended hours will get the GPF Maintenance Emission control system
system back to work and stop the GPF warning light.
If the GPF warning light stays on or the warning message "check exhaust system" pops up even after
driving at recommended speed and for recommended hours, visit a professional workshop and have
them check the GPF system. Constant driving with the GPF warning light on can damage the GPF
system and undermine fuel economy.
Keys
Note the key code
Uses CR2032 battery
Press the button on the switchable controller to switch between infotainment system or climate
control panel. Press and hold the button to select the default mode for the control panel.
Climate Control
Auto climate control has 3 air flow settings – keep pressing AUTO CLIMATE button to select. Use the
SYNC button to set equal temperature for both sides. To prevent the odour from entering to inside
the vehicle, the ventilation system changes to Recirculated Air Mode for a while when the
windshield washer fluid sprayed. Go to Settings → Vehicle → Climate → Recirculate Air → Activate
upon Washer Fluid Use on the infotainment system.
Cancelling or resetting auto defogging Operation Press ( ) for 3 seconds.
- The button indicator will blink 3 times if cancelled.
- The button indicator will blink 6 times if reset.
Gear Shift Dial
Depress the brake pedal and turn the knob to the desired position. Knob sprigs to centre. Turn left
or right to select gear needed.
Press P button to shift to P (Park). Using P also sets Neutral.
Overriding shift lock (applies to lever shift?)
If the shift lever cannot be moved from the P (Park) position into R (Reverse) position.
1. Continue depressing the brake.
2. Turn the vehicle to the OFF position.
3. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
4. Carefully remove the shift knob boot.
5. Insert a tool (e.g. flathead screwdriver) into the access hole and press down on the tool.
6. Move the shift lever.
7. Remove the tool from the shift lock override access hole then install the knob boot (1).
When you turn the engine on and off, you may hear clicking sounds as the system goes through a
self-test. This is a normal sound for the dual clutch transmission. During the first 1,500 km (1000
miles), you may feel that the vehicle may not be smooth when accelerating at low speed. During this
break-in period, the shift quality and performance of your new vehicle is continuously optimized.
When driving in stop-and-go traffic, in stop condition, to reduce the driving stress and have better
transmission operation move the shift lever to N (Neutral) or P (Parking) position. For the dial shift,
select P which is also N.
For EPB (Electronic Parking Brake) equipped vehicles with AUTO HOLD function used while driving, if
the vehicle is in OFF position, the electronic parking brake will be engaged automatically. Therefore,
AUTO HOLD function should be turned off before the vehicle is in OFF position. Can use the paddle
shifters when in D and Sports Mode.
Regenerative Braking
Pull the left side (-) of the paddle shifter to increase regenerative braking and deceleration.
Pull and hold the left side (-) of the paddle shifter to reach MAX and stop the vehicle. Depress the
accelerator pedal to move the vehicle in STOP position. Can do one foot driving by this method
Pull the right side (+) of the paddle shifter to decrease regenerative braking and deceleration.
Pull and hold the right side (+) of the paddle shifter to turn on or off smart regeneration system.
The initial setting will be set to 0 when the vehicle is in D (Drive) and in ECO mode.
If the vehicle changes to P (Park), R (Reverse), N (Neutral) or manual mode (shift lever), or vehicle is
in SPORT mode, the vehicle regenerative braking system control will not be operated. Resetting the
vehicle in D (Drive) will set the regenerative system setting to 0.
Note – it’s unclear whether manual control of the regen makes much difference to the economy
since regen is still done using conventional braking and coasting.
Smart Regeneration System
Controls the regenerative braking automatically according to the road gradient and driving condition
of the vehicle in front. Only works above 7.4 mph. The system minimizes the unnecessary operation
of the brake and acceleration pedal, improving the electric efficiency and assisting the driver. Most
videos say to use this. Note braking is affected by the presence of vehicles nearby.
With the vehicle on, touch Settings → Vehicle → Eco Vehicle → Smart Recuperation on the
infotainment system or pull and hold the right side paddle shifter for over 1 second to turn on and
off the automatic change of the regenerative braking. The level of regenerative braking displayed
on the cluster in stages is converted to the 'AUTO' indicator light. When the vehicle is turned off
and then turned on again, the regenerative braking mode returns to step ‘0’.
When the system is turned on from the Vehicle Settings menu, but the front radar does not
recognize the vehicle in front, 'AUTO' is displayed in white. If the front radar recognizes the vehicle
in front, 'AUTO' is displayed in green. The regenerative braking level is automatically controlled
depending on the driving condition of the vehicle in front and the level is indicated with arrows.
Brake Disc Cleaning
Press AUTO HOLD button for more than 3 seconds. If the message is shown on the cluster, Brake
Disc Cleaning function is activated. Depress the brake pedal around 10
times and the regenerative braking will be temporarily deactivated. The rust and noise will be
reduced. Brake Disc Cleaning operation time can change per braking conditions. Brake Disc Cleaning
function will be automatically deactivated after operation. To manually turn off, turn the vehicle to
OFF position or press AUTO HOLD button for more than 3 seconds
Auto Hold
The AUTO HOLD maintains the vehicle in a stopped position without depressing the brake pedal.
Press the AUTO HOLD button. The AUTO HOLD indicator will appear white. The AUTO HOLD
indicator changes from white to green when the vehicle is stopped. AUTO HOLD will be released
automatically when the accelerator pedal is depressed in D, R or in the manual mode. The AUTO
HOLD indicator changes from green to white. Press the AUTO HOLD button again while depressing
the brake pedal to cancel the AUTO HOLD operation. Note the brake lights are on in AUTO HOLD.
Does not operate in P or if the EPB is applied.
Operating ESC OFF button
• Press the ESC OFF button for approximately half a second to turn ESC off. ESC OFF indicator
light will appear and the warning chime will sound.
• Press and hold the ESC OFF button again for approximately 3 second to turn ESC and traction
control off. ESC OFF indicator light will appear and the warning chime will sound.
• To turn ESC on again, press the ESC OFF button. ESC OFF indicator light will go off
Driving Modes
ECO is default. SPORT mode - the steering effort, the engine and transmission control logic is
automatically adjusted for enhanced driver performance. The SPORT indicator will appear.
Whenever the vehicle is restarted, the drive mode sets to ECO mode. The engine rpm will tend to
remain raised over a certain length of time even after releasing the accelerator. Upshifts are delayed
when accelerating. SPORT MODE will change to ECO mode when the vehicle is restarted.
Manual mode - Paddle shifter is used to shift without taking your hands off the steering wheel.
• Pull the right side (+) of the paddle shifter once to shift up.
• Pull the left side (-) of the paddle shifter once to shift down.
The vehicle will shift to manual to automatic shift mode in following conditions:
• When the vehicle speed decreases below 3 km/h (2 mph).
• When the accelerator pedal is gently depressed for more than 6 seconds while driving.
Green Zone
EV mode is expanded when entering the road inside the green zone based on the navigation
information. Also, EV mode is expanded based on the driving history when departing from home.
Operation With the vehicle on, touch Settings → Eco Vehicle → Green Zone EV Drive on the
instrument cluster, or touch Settings → Vehicle → Eco Vehicle → Green Zone EV Drive on the
infotainment system.
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
Always on by default and can be changed under Settings → Driver Assistance → Driving Safety on
the instrument cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Driving Safety on the
infotainment system. When the front windshield where the front view camera is located, front
radar cover or sensor is covered with foreign material, such as snow or rain, it can reduce the
detecting performance and temporarily limit or disable Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. If this
occurs the warning message, and the warning lights will appear on the cluster.
Lane Following Assist
Designed to help detect lane markings and/or vehicles on the road, and assists the driver's steering
to help centre the vehicle in the lane. Can disable in menu but resets on engine start. Uses front
camera. With the engine on, shortly press the Lane Driving Assist button located on
the steering wheel to turn on / off Lane Following Assist. The grey or green indicator
light will appear on the cluster. If the vehicle ahead and/or both lane markings are
detected and the vehicle speed is below 90 mph, the green indicator light appears on
the cluster, and Lane Following Assist helps centre the vehicle in the lane by assisting the steering
wheel.
Lane Keeping Assist
Uses front camera and always on each engine start. Turn off with button on lhs steering wheel –
press and hold button. Can disable in menu but will reset on next restart. With the vehicle on,
touch Settings → Driver Assistance → Driving Safety on the instrument cluster or Settings → Vehicle
→ Driver Assistance → Driving Safety on the infotainment system. LKA will operate under the
following conditions: • The vehicle speed exceeds approximately 40 mph • LKA recognizes both sides
of the lane markers the vehicle is traveling in • The vehicle is between the lane markers. This is a
step up from Lane Follow Assist.
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
Designed to help detect and monitor approaching vehicles in the driver's blind spot area and warn
the driver of a possible collision with a warning message and audible warning. In addition, if there is
a risk of collision when changing lanes or driving forward out of a parking space, Blind-Spot Collision-
Avoidance Assist can help avoid a collision assisting with applying the brake. Uses radar on rear
corner. Only warns when you indicate to change direction into the path of the other vehicle, and
above 12 mph. Can enable and adjust settings - With the vehicle on, touch Settings → Driver
Assistance → Driving Safety on the instrument cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance →
Driving Safety on the infotainment system.
Collision-avoidance assist (while departing i.e. pulling out of a junction).
The warning light on the outside rear view mirror (side view mirror), an audible warning and the
steering wheel vibration (if equipped) will warn the driver of a collision. It assists in braking control
to prevent a collision with a vehicle approaching from the blind spot area. Collision-Avoidance Assist
will be activated in the following conditions - Your driving speed below 2 mph and speed of the
vehicle in your blind spot area is above 3 mph.
Safe Exit Warning
After the vehicle stops, when an approaching vehicle from the rear area is detected as soon as a
passenger opens a door, Safe Exit Warning will warn the driver with a warning message and an
audible warning to help prevent a collision. Uses rear corner radar. Adjust settings under -With the
vehicle on, touch Settings → Driver Assistance → Driving safety → Exit Safety on the instrument
cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Driving Safety → Exit Safety on the infotainment
system.
Speed Limit Assist
Turn off - With the vehicle on, touch Settings → Driver Assistance → Speed Limit on the instrument
cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Speed Limit on the infotainment system.
Smart Cruise Control operation
Setting speed
1. Accelerate to the desired speed above 20 mph.
2. Press the Driving Assist button at the desired speed. The set speed and Cruise indicator will
appear on the cluster.
3. Release the accelerator pedal. Vehicle speed will maintain the set speed even when the
accelerator pedal is not depressed.
Use + / - buttons to change speed in increments of 1 mph or 5mph by holding the button. If you
accelerate, press + to set the new speed. Cancel cruise control as normal and resume by pressing the
+ or – button or the centre button. Press the Driving Assist button again to turn off.
Smart Cruise Control uses the camera and front radar. With the vehicle on, touch Settings → Driver
Assistance → Driving Convenience → Smart Cruise Control on the instrument cluster or Settings →
Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Driving Convenience → Smart Cruise Control on the infotainment
system to set the distance, acceleration and the reaction speed.
Use the distance button to cycle between the vehicle distance. Distance 4 - 52.5 m, Distance 3 - 40
m, Distance 2 - 32.5 m, Distance 1 - 25 m. Use Distance 4. Show in instrument cluster to show status.
In traffic, your vehicle will stop if the vehicle ahead of you stops. Also, if the vehicle ahead of you
starts moving, your vehicle will start as well. In addition, after the vehicle has stopped and a certain
time have passed, the warning message will appear on the cluster. Depress the accelerator pedal or
operate the (+) switch, (-) switch or ( ) switch to start driving. Note many limitations of use in the
manual.
Overtaking Acceleration Assist (fitted?)
Will operate when the turn signal indicator is turned on to the right while Smart Cruise Control is
operating, speed exceeds 40 mph and there is a vehicle in front.
Highway Driving Assist
Designed to help detect vehicles and lanes ahead, and help maintain distance from the vehicle
ahead, maintain the set speed, help centre the vehicle in the lane while driving on the highway (or
motorway). Set by : Settings → Driver Assistance → Driving convenience → Highway Driving Assist
on the instrument cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Driving Convenience →
Highway Driving Assist on the infotainment system. If Highway Driving Assist is selected, it helps
maintain distance from the vehicle ahead, maintain the set speed, and helps center the vehicle in
the lane. Operates automatically on approved roads determined by satnav if enabled and when
Driving Assist is enabled.
Rear View Monitor. You can change Rear View Monitor 'Display Contents' by touching the setup
icon on the screen while Rear View Monitor is operating, or touching Settings → Vehicle → Driver
assistance → Parking safety → Camera settings on the infotainment system. Press the Parking/View
button next to the rotary gear dial to turn on Rear View Monitor. Press the button again to turn off
the function. Rear Top View shows the rear top view of your vehicle when parking for you to check
the distance between an object and behind the vehicle. Select from reverse camera screen.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
Designed to help 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. With the vehicle on, touch Settings → Driver Assistance → Parking Safety → Rear Cross-
Traffic Safety from the User settings menu or select Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance →
Parking Safety → Rear Cross-Traffic Safety on the infotainment system screen to turn on Rear Cross-
Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist. When the engine is restarted, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-
Avoidance Assist will always turn on. The warning light on the outside rearview mirror will blink and
a warning will appear on the cluster. At the same time, an audible warning will sound and the
steering wheel will vibrate (if equipped). If the Rear View Monitor is operating, a warning will also
appear on the infotainment system screen.
Forward / Reverse Parking Distance Warning
Press the Parking Safety button to turn on or off Reverse Parking Distance Warning. When Reverse
Parking Distance Warning is off (button indicator light off), if you shift the gear to R (Reverse),
Reverse Parking Distance Warning will automatically turn on. Within 12” if beeps continuously. You
can set the parking distance warning to be ON at low speeds. To use Parking Distance Warning
Auto On function, select Settings → Driver Assistance → Parking Safety → Parking Distance
Warning Auto On on the instrument cluster or Settings → Vehicle → Driver Assistance → Parking
Safety → Parking Distance Warning Auto On on the infotainment system. If set then the Parking
safety indicator will stay on.
Electronic Stability & Traction Control
Turned on by default. Press ESC OFF button 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
(ESC OFF indicator will illuminate, and an alert sounds).
High Beam Assist
Enable in Settings Menu. Place the headlamp switch in the AUTO position and push the headlamp
lever towards the instrument cluster. The High Beam Assist indicator light will appear on the
cluster and the function will be enabled. Operates above 25 mph.
When High Beam Assist is operating, if the headlamp lever or switch is used, the function operates
as follow:
• If the headlamp lever is pulled towards you when the high beam is off, the high beam will
turn on. When you let go of the headlamp lever, High Beam Assist will turn on again.
• If the headlamp lever is pulled towards you when the high beam is on, the low beam will
turn on and High Beam Assist will be cancelled.
• If you push the light switch towards the instrument cluster, high beam is turned on and High
Beam Assist is released.
• If the headlamp switch is placed from AUTO to another position (headlamp/position/off),
High Beam Assist will turn off and the corresponding lamp will turn on.
Navigation
Map scale button. Displays the current map scale. Press the auto scale button on to adjust the map
scale automatically depending on the speed. Press the auto scale button again to adjust the map
scale manually. Press + or - to adjust the map scale.
Search for a destination on keyword such as POI, POI category, address, coordinates (no postcode).
Note separate menu item for POI categories.
Make use of saved places for places used often. Can import places from USB (format?)
Note Route Options to control route wanted
USB Music Playback
Note the USB playback specification:
• Audio file specification - MPEG-1/2 Layer3, OGG (Vorbis), FLAC, WMA (Standard/Professional),
WAV
• Sampling / bit rate:
o MP3 8 to 320 kbps (CBR/VBR), to 48 kHz (ID3 tag version:Ver. 1.0, Ver. 1.1, Ver. 2.2, Ver.
2.3, Ver. 2.4)
o OGG Q1 to Q10, to 48 kHz
o FLAC 8/16/24 bit, to 48 kHz
o WMA • Standard (0x161): to L3 Profile, to 385 kbps, to 48 kHz • Professional (0x162): to
M0b, to 192 kbps, to 48 kHz
o WAV 8/16 bit, to 48 kHz
• Maximum number of directory layers: 20
• Maximum length of folder/file names: 255 byte
• Supported characters for folder/file names: Alphanumeric characters, Korean standard character
set 2,350 characters, Simplified Chinese 4,888 characters
• Maximum number of folders: 2,000 (including ROOT)
• Maximum number of files: 8,000
• Format FAT 16/32 recommended, 64 kbyte or less byte/sector
• Format system FAT16/32 (recommended), exFAT, NTFS
• Use metal covered USB device. USB storage devices with a plastic plug may not be recognized.
Transcend JetFlash and Sandisk Cruzer are common devices on the list. Now have one of each.
Recommended USB devices:
XTICK - LG Electronics Inc.
BMK - BMK Technology Co., Ltd.
SKY-DRV - Sky Digital Co., Ltd.
TRANSCEND JetFlash - Transcend Information, Inc.
Sandisk Cruzer - SanDisk
Micro ZyRUS - ZyRUS
NEXTIK - Digiworks Co., Ltd.
Voice Commands
You can check the list of commands by pressing Commands or Help .
Voice recognition commands are classified as “Global Commands” and “Local Commands”.
• Global commands (●): Commands that can be used immediately after activating voice
recognition.
• Local commands (□): Commands that can be used in specific media/navigation/ Bluetooth
mode states.
The available commands published are rather basic as listed below. More commands seems to be
available – keeps tabs on forum reports.
Phone Commands Operation
Call Downloaded mobile phone contacts are displayed on the screen, and
afterwards, you can make a call by speaking the name.
Call <John Smith> You can immediately make a call to (name) in the downloaded mobile
phone contacts.
Ex.) Call <John Smith>
Call <John Smith> on You can immediately make a call to (name) in the downloaded mobile
Mobile phone contacts saved as ‘Mobile’.
Call <John Smith> in You can immediately make a call to (name) in the downloaded mobile
Office phone contacts saved as ‘Office’.
Ex.) Call <John Smith> in Office
Call <John Smith> at You can immediately make a call to (name) in the downloaded mobile
Home phone contacts saved as ‘Home’.
Ex.) Call <John Smith> at Home
Call <John Smith> on You can immediately make a call to (name) in the downloaded mobile
Other phone contacts saved as another phone category except ‘Mobile, Home,
Office’.
Ex.) Call <John Smith> on Other
Dial number It displays the dial number screen that you can speak the phone number.
Dial <Phone #> You can make a call by speaking directly to the number you want to call.
Ex.) Dial 123-456-7890: “Dial one two three four five six seven eight nine
zero”
Change Bluetooth It can disconnect from the Bluetooth device currently connected and
Device connect to other Bluetooth devices already paired.
Radio commands Operation
Radio It runs radio that listened recently among FM, AM and DAB.
DAB/FM It runs DAB(If equipped)/FM radio.
AM It runs AM radio.
Media Commands Operation
Music It plays file from music that runs recently.
USB It plays or displays a file of USB that is currently connected.
Bluetooth audio It plays a music file of currently connecting Bluetooth mobile phone. It may
not be supported according to Bluetooth connection condition.
USB music It plays a music file from the USB that is connected in the front.
Navigation Operation
Commands
Search address Searches for the address and sets it as the destination. To search for an
address, say “City > Street > House number” (in that order, excluding the
country). e.g.) London, Eresby Place, 32 (three-two)
Find POI Find the nearest points of interest to your current location. After this
command, you can find the name of a location following the step-by-step
instructions.
Find <POI category> Find <Category> nearest to your current location. For details of “Category”,
see the “Find <POI category> List” part.
Map Goes to the current position on the navigation map.
Previous destination Displays a list of recent destinations that you can return to by saying the
number on the list.
Traffic information Goes to the Traffic Information menu screen.
Go Home Sets your home as the destination. Your home address must be set up in
the Navigation System.
Go to Office Sets the destination to your office/place of work. Your office/place of work
must be set up in the Navigation System.
Stop guidance Stops the route to the fixed destination.
Resume guidance Resumes the route guidance to the fixed destination.
Destination Tells you the remaining distance and time to your destination.
Information
Route options Restarts the route to your destination. You can then select either “Fast” or
“Short”.
Route overview Displays a map overview of the entire route to your destination.
Other Commands Operation
Commands Goes to the voice recognition help screen. All available commands can
then be identified and used.
Yes/No When voice recognition is active, this command is used when an answer is
requested for a confirmation question.
Line 1~4 (One - When you cannot select a certain name, such as in Call History, you can
Four) select it using numbers. Simple numbers, such as “one” and “two”, can be
recognised.
Next/Previous When five or more searched items are listed, you can move to the
previous or next page using a voice command.
Manual input When Dial or Destination search results are displayed, this command is
used to search manually rather than searching using a voice command.
Voice recognition stops after this command is used.
Go back Goes back to the previous screen.
Exit It ends the voice recognition.
Using the 12V battery reset switch
This vehicle does not have a regular 12V battery that needs periodic replacement. It is lithium ion
polymer type integrated into the HEV high voltage battery. The vehicle has a 12V battery protection
system that cuts 12V battery from vehicle draw to prevent full discharge.
1. Press the 12V Battery Reset switch to reconnect the 12V battery.
2. Start the vehicle within 15 seconds of pressing the 12V Battery Reset switch.
3. After starting the vehicle (READY indicator on), operate the vehicle safely outdoors in ready mode
stopped and/ or drive it for 30 minutes total to charge the 12V battery fully.
If you do not start the vehicle immediately after pressing the 12V Battery Reset switch, the power of
12V battery is automatically disconnected after few seconds to save the 12V battery from additional
discharge. If the 12V battery is disconnected prior to starting the vehicle, press the 12V Battery
Reset switch again and then immediately start the vehicle as explained. Repeated use of the 12V
Battery Reset switch without a sufficient vehicle ON cycle (30 Min+) may cause over discharge of the
12V battery, which will prevent the vehicle from starting. If the 12V battery is over discharged to a
point that the reset does not work, try to jumpstart the vehicle. NOTICE After starting the vehicle
(READY indicator on), the 12V battery is being charged whether the engine is running or not.
Although there is no engine sound, it is unnecessary to depress the accelerator pedal.
Jump-starting
See p 7-6 of manual. Use diagram to identify battery terminal.
TPMS Check pressures in display. The system warns of low pressure. There is no reset button. Spare
will give a warning since it has no sensor. TPMS warning is sensitive to external RF interference.
Spare Tyre Stored under boot floor with jack and tools. Note jacking points between notches in sill.
See p 7-20 for tyre repair kit.
Pan-European eCall system The car is equipped with a device connected with the Pan-European
eCall system for making emergency call to response teams. The Pan- European eCall system is an
automatic emergency call service made in event of a traffic accident or other accidents on the roads
of Europe. The system allows contacting with an officer of the single duty dispatch service in case of
accidents on the roads of Europe. Triggered automatically or by button by overhead lights.
The red and green LED illuminates for 3 seconds when the ignition switch is in the ON position. After
that they will switch off at normal operation of the system. If there are some problems in the
system, the LED remains in red.
The Pan-European eCall system battery supplies power during 1 hour in case main power source of
the vehicle is cut off due to the collision during the emergency [Link] Pan-European eCall
system battery should be replaced every 4 years.
Maintenance
Equipped a lifetime fuel filter that integrated with the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or
replacement is not needed.
Raising Wiper Arm (for washing)
1. Turn on vehicle fully then turn off
2. Move the wiper switch down 2s within 20s.
Turn the vehicle on and wiper arms will return to the normal operating position.
Specification
• Engine oil, 3.8l, SAE 5W-30, ACEA A5/B5. Requires ACEA A5/B5 Full synthetic grade engine oil.
3.8 litre capacity
• Engine coolant, A Phosphate based ethylene glycol based coolant
• Inverter coolant, Contact an authorized Kia dealer/service partner
• Brake fluid, SAE J1704 DOT-4 LV / FMVSS 116 DOT-4 / ISO4925 CLASS-6
• Engine clutch actuator fluid, FMVSS116 DOT-3 / FMVSS 116 DOT-4
• Fuel capacity 42l, 11.1 gallons
• Compact spare tire (steel wheel) – Tyre T125/80 D16, Wheel 4Tx16
• KIA say the Niro space saver wheel you need is part number 52910C1910 and it requires a tyre
spec T125/80 D16
• VIN is under driver’s seat
Maintenance Schedule
12 month service
Change engine oil every 12 months
Change Engine clutch actuator fluid every 2 years
Change pollen filter every 2 years
Change brake fluid every 2 years
Change air cleaner every 4 years
Change eCall battery every 4 years
Change HSG (Hybrid Starter & Generator) belt every 4 years
Change coolant after 10 years
Change spark plugs every 100,000 miles
Kia gasoline vehicles are equipped a lifetime fuel filter that integrated with the fuel tank. Regular
maintenance or replacement is not needed but depends on fuel quality.
Use only hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 4 specification.