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F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E w w w . k i a . c o m Consumer - Roadside Assistance 1-800-333-4KIA (4542) See Back Cover for Vehicle Maintenance Schedule Always check the Owner’s Manual for complete operating information and safety warnings.
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Owner’s Manual. In the interest of your safety and that of your family, and to help you avoid risks that may result in death or serious injury, Kia reminds you to carefully read your Owner’s Manual in order to fully familiarize yourself with the important information it contains.
VIDEOS & QR CODES - SMARTPHONES, TABLETS AND COMPUTERS Kia provides a number of video resources at your disposal to assist you with becoming QR CODE familiar with the features and functions found in your Kia vehicle. You can access these...
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Instrument Cluster Overview QR CODE Optima Hybrid Cluster Overview Video To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website. Refer to page 2 for more information. 000456 miles x 1000 www.KuTechVideos.com/tf23/2014 ECO Guide Gear Shift Position Indicator...
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Indicators & Warning Lights Fuel Efficiency There are several factors that contribute to your vehicle’s fuel efficiency, including maintenance of your vehicle, driving style, environmental conditions, vehicle weight and vehicle aerodynamics. Below are tips on how to help improve fuel efficiency: Keep your vehicle in good condition with regular...
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER QR CODE Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (ATPMS) Kia Tire Pressure The TPMS indicator functions as both Low Tire Monitoring System Pressure Light and TPMS Malfunction Indicator. Video To view a video on your The TPMS indicator will illuminate if one or more mobile device, snap this tires is significantly underinflated, the vehicle has...
Active ECO OFF (Eco indicator not illuminated): Provides more power when driving up steep roads or carrying heavy loads Service Indicator — Illuminates when a malfunction occurs in the vehicle’s hybrid system. Have an authorized hybrid Kia dealer address the concern as soon as possible. REMINDER: Avoid starting or driving the vehicle when the fuel tank is QUICK TIPS empty.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Active ECO System* QR CODE (ECODynamics) Active ECO System Video Active ECO helps to improve fuel To view a video on your efficiency by controlling several mobile device, snap this vehicle components. When QR Code or visit the Active Active activated, it optimizes drivetrain...
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LCD Controls and Modes* Trip Computer / Tripmeter The Trip Computer is a driver information system that CRUISE displays information related to driving when the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON position. . Range . Average MPG To cycle through the LCD .
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Service Mode User Settings Mode To enter the User Setting mode on the LCD* cluster, press the To enter Service MENU/MODE button when the vehicle is at a standstill and with Mode, press the MENU the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ON position or the engine button , scroll to running.
HYBRID SYSTEM DISPLAYS Instrument Cluster - Energy Flow Optima Hybrid’s instrument cluster displays the following hybrid system modes to inform the driver of its status. EV Propulsion - The electric motor is Engine-Only Propulsion - The engine moving the vehicle. is moving your vehicle.
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HYBRID SYSTEM DISPLAYS Instrument Cluster - Energy Flow QR CODE Optima Hybrid’s instrument cluster displays the following hybrid system modes to Optima Hybrid inform the driver of its status. Cluster Overview Video To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website.
HYBRID SYSTEM DISPLAYS Instrument Cluster - ECO Level Optima Hybrid’s instrument cluster displays the following hybrid system modes to inform the driver of its status. ECO Level - The more economically you drive, ECO Score - The Total ECO Score display indicates the the more leaves/flowers appear.
HYBRID SYSTEM DISPLAYS Navigation System Display* QR CODE When equipped, Optima Hybrid’s Navigation screen also provides information on Optima Hybrid economical operation and hybrid system modes, including ECODynamics. To enter the Navigation System Hybrid display mode, press the Settings key on the audio control unit. Press the on-screen ECODynamics Display Video INFO/UVO icon, then press HYBRID.
DRIVER’S PANEL Hood Release Lever and Latch Fuel Door and Trunk Release Buttons Opening the Hood: Press the button to release the fuel door. Pull the Hood Release Lever Pull the button to open the trunk. unlatch the Hood 2. In the front of the vehicle, lift the Hood slightly, push the secondary Latch to the left...
DRIVER’S PANEL ENGINE START/STOP Button QR CODE Optima Hybrid START/ STOP Button and Smart Key Video To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website. Refer to page 2 for more information. To start the engine: Depress the brake pedal Press the ENGINE START/STOP button while in Park...
DRIVER’S PANEL Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during HAC momentarily activates and helps to cornering maneuvers. It is a good idea to keep the ESC turned ON for prevent the vehicle from rolling backward daily driving whenever possible.
DRIVER’S PANEL Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock Pull/Press to operate Windows Auto-Up/Down Press to Unlock/Lock All Doors Press to disable Rear Passenger Windows QUICK TIPS Auto Door Unlock/Lock will engage when gear shift is moved in to or out of the P (Park) position.
DRIVER’S PANEL Blind Spot Detection (BSD) System* QUICK TIPS Blind Spot Detection The BSD system uses radar sensors to help alert the System Video driver while changing lanes or while in Reverse moving backwards. To view a video on your mobile device, snap this When the BSD button is pressed ON, the BSD indicator QR code or visit the listed...
OFF (not illuminated): The indicator If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily, or continues to remain lit, take your vehicle to an will turn OFF when the AUTO HOLD authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked switch is manually turned OFF or The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving, unless there is an emergency situation when the EPB is manually turned ON.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Headlights & High Beams Turn Signals & Fog Lights AUTO Light* function — When the light switch is in the One-Touch Lane Change Signal is activated by slightly AUTO light position, the tail lights and headlights will moving the turn signal lever for less than 1.5 seconds and turn ON/OFF automatically depending on the amount of then releasing.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Windshield Wipers & Washers Rotate lever to adjust Intermittent Wipe Speed. Faster Move lever up/down to change Wiper modes. MIST: Single wipe Wiper off OFF: INT: Intermittent wipe Slow wipe Fast wipe Slower Pull to spray and wipe. *IF EQUIPPED ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPERATING INFORMATION AND SAFETY WARNINGS.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Heated Steering Wheel Button* Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel* To adjust the Steering Wheel, push down the Lock-Release Press to turn ON/OFF steering wheel heater, while the ENGINE START/STOP Button is in the ON position. Steering Lever and adjust to desired angle and distance wheel heater will turn off automatically after 30 minutes, or When finished, pull up the Lock-Release Lever...
Digital Navigation Systems User’s When using the voice command feature, wait for the system Guide or the UVO System User’s Manual. BEEP before speaking the command Bluetooth® Wireless Technology FAQs, go to www.kia.com, Owners section. Receive Call button: Press to receive/transfer calls. Refer to your Owner’s Manual for more specific Bluetooth®...
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QR CODE Contact Tips Pairing a Phone Voice Recognition The Kia Voice Recognition System Tips Video For instructions on how to pair a phone, refer to the audio may have difficulty understanding system’s user’s guide or your vehicle’s Quick Start Guide.
AUDIO SYSTEM Standard Audio System Overview — QR CODE AM/FM/SiriusXM®/ Media (USB, iPod®, Aux, BT Audio, My Music)* Standard Audio System Videos DISP Press to turn Display OFF/ON To view a video on your mobile device, snap this %OXHWRRWK ® Press to scan stations.
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AUDIO SYSTEM Standard Audio System Operation — Media (USB, iPod®, Aux, BT Audio, My Music)* Insert CD DISP Press to eject CD Press to turn Display ON/OFF %OXHWRRWK ® Press to scan stations. Songs will play for 5 seconds. To cancel SCAN play, press again RADIO SCAN...
AUDIO SYSTEM UVO System* QR CODE UVO System Videos Insert CD To view a video on your mobile device, snap this Press to turn DISP QR Code or visit the Press to eject CD Display OFF/ON listed website. %OXHWRRWK ® Refer to page 2 for more Press to display information.
AUDIO SYSTEM Navigation System with AM/FM/CD/Aux/SiriusXM® Satellite Radio* QR CODE Navigation Audio Insert CD System Videos Press to access Clock Press to eject CD Display. Press and hold To view a video on your to enter Clock Setup mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the Press to display the listed website.
Digital Clock Aux/USB/iPod® Port* QR CODE & Power Outlets* Standard Audio System Clock Setup*: Kia USB Port Video To view a video on your Press the H button to advance the time by one mobile device, snap this hour. Press the M button...
CENTER PANEL Automatic Climate Control with UVO System* QUICK TIPS Keep inside glass Climate Control as clean as possible display to reduce window fogging Defrost Mode Front Windshield Mode Selection button Defroster activates A/C and Air Conditioning On/Off opens Fresh Air Vent Fan Speed Control button button...
CENTER PANEL Automatic Climate Control with Navigation System* QUICK TIPS Keep inside glass as clean as possible Front Windshield to reduce window Mode Selection button Defroster fogging Air Conditioning On/Off Fan Speed Control button Defrost Mode button Dual Temperature activates A/C and Temperature Control Control knob opens Fresh Air Vent...
Automatic Gear Shift with QR CODE Yellow Color: Warming Sportmatic® Shifting* Press button once for Kia Sportmatic® Shifting high setting (2 LEDs Video P: Park lit). Press again for low To view a video on your setting (1 LED lit) and...
SEATING Driver Position Memory System* QR CODE To store a seating position into memory, first place the Driver Position Memory System Video shifter into P (Park) while the ignition switch is on. Then: Adjust the driver’s seat and outside rearview mirror To view a video on your mobile device, snap this 2.
SEATING Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat* Front Seat Headrest Adjustment To adjust headrest forward*: Pull headrest Pull lever to slide Seat forward/backward forward at an upward angle to one of three Pull/press lever to adjust Seat Height positions. Pull lever to adjust Seatback Recline To adjust headrest back*: Pull headrest completely Press button...
OTHER KEY FEATURES Smart Key QR CODE Optima Hybrid Start/Stop Press to lock All Doors Button & Smart Key Video Press to unlock Driver’s Door. Press twice within 4 To view a video on your seconds to unlock All Doors mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the Press and hold to unlock Trunk and manually open...
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OTHER KEY FEATURES HomeLink® with Auto-Dimming How to Sync Transmitter with HomeLink®* Rearview Mirror* 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: Press and hold the left and center buttons...
OTHER KEY FEATURES Map/Room/Dome Lamps Automatic turn off function* The interior lights automatically turn off approximately 30 seconds after the ENGINE START/STOP button is OFF. Map/Personal Lamp Push the lens to turn the Map Lamp ON/OFF. This light produces a spot beam for convenient use as a Map Lamp or Personal Lamp for the driver or front passenger.
OTHER KEY FEATURES Panoramic Sunroof Operation* The sunroof and sunshade operation is controlled through a multidirectional switch/lever, and the ignition needs to be in the ON position to operate the sunroof/sunshade. Slide the Sunshade and Sunroof: Auto Open: Slide lever backward to the farthest position and release.
OTHER KEY FEATURES Back-Up Warning System (Rear Rear-Camera Display* Parking Assist System)* The Rear-Camera Display system is not a safety device. It is a supplemental system that displays the view The Back-Up Warning System is not a safety device. The behind the vehicle through the Navigation System* or Back-Up Warning System is a supplemental system that UVO* System screen while the vehicle is in Reverse.
50 mph and a distance of up to 120 miles. Kia Tire Mobility Kit Video QUICK TIPS The Tire Mobility Kit is a temporary fix and is to be used for one tire only; the tire should be inspected as soon as possible The kit should only be used for sealing/inflating passenger car tires;...
Service Plug — The service plug is located within the trunk compartment. Service of the hybrid system should be performed by a Kia trained service technician. QUICK TIPS 12V Battery Compartment — The battery is located in the Clean the air intake for the hybrid battery regularly trunk for hybrid models and should be kept securely mounted.
OTHER KEY FEATURES Child Safety Locks Located on the rear edge of the rear passenger doors, insert the ignition key into the hole and turn the key to the LOCK position to disable the inner door handles from opening the rear doors.
SAFETY Safety Belts Occupant Detection QR CODE System (ODS) / To properly fasten your safety belts: Kia Occupant Detection PASSENGER AIR BAG System Video Insert the tongue belt plate into the buckle until it clicks OFF Indicator To view a video on your 2.
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Seatbelts: For maximum protection, always wear your seatbelt. Navigation: GPS maps and directions are for information purposes only, and Kia does not make any warranties about the accuracy of that information. Kia is not responsible for loss or delay resulting from the use of the navigation system. Caution: Do not enter information into the navigation system while the vehicle is moving. Failure to pay attention to travel condi- tions and vehicle operation while the vehicle is in motion could result in loss of vehicle control.
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82,500 miles Check tire pressure once a month or more. If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along 90,000 miles with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.
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