OPTIMA HYBRID
FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
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Instrument Cluster - Energy FlowOptima Hybrid’s instrument cluster displays the following hybrid system modes to inform the driver of its status.HYBRID SYSTEM DISPLAYSEV Propulsion - The electric motor is
moving the vehicle.
Power Assist - Both the electric motor
AND the engine are moving the vehicle.Engine-Only Propulsion - The engine
is moving your vehicle.
Engine Generation - While the vehicle
is stopped, the engine is charging the
hybrid battery.
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ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPERATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED Instrument Cluster - Energy FlowOptima Hybrid’s instrument cluster displays the following hybrid system modes to
inform the driver of its status.
Optima Hybrid
Cluster Overview Video
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HYBRID SYSTEM DISPLAYSPower Reserve - While the engine
powers the vehicle, it is also recharging
the hybrid battery.
Vehicle Stop - The vehicle’s hybrid
system is standing by.Engine Brake/Regeneration -
The regenerative braking system is
recharging the hybrid battery.
Engine Generation/Regeneration -
The engine and the regenerative braking
system are both recharging the hybrid battery.
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Instrument Cluster - ECO LevelECO Level - The more economically you drive,
the more leaves/flowers appear. When the ECO
level reaches the top, the system registers a
point toward the saved ECO Score.
Range - Estimates how far you can go before
refueling is required.ECO Score - The Total ECO Score display indicates the
number of times the ECO Level has reached its maximum.
Average Fuel Consumption - Calculates average* fuel
consumption from the distance driven and amount of fuel
injected into the engine / total fuel used.Optima Hybrid’s instrument cluster displays the following hybrid system modes to inform the driver of its status.HYBRID SYSTEM DISPLAYS
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ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPERATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED Navigation System Display*When equipped, Optima Hybrid’s Navigation screen also provides information on
economical operation and hybrid system modes, including ECODynamics. To enter the
Hybrid display mode, press the Settings key on the audio control unit. Press the on-screen
INFO/UVO icon, then press HYBRID.
Energy Flow - Displays the current flow of
power between the Optima Hybrid’s main
powertrain components. It’s similar to
the Energy Flow Screen in the LCD in the
instrument cluster. Car Mode - The more economically you
drive, the more the ECO Level bars fill
up. As you continue to maintain high fuel
efficiency, leaves will appear and begin to
fly off the vehicle.
Average Fuel Economy - Displays the
average fuel economy over the duration
of a trip.
PM
ECO Level
50
40
30
20
10
MPG
NOW 30 min10 min 20 min
Average
Fuel Economy
13.4 MPGElectric
Gasoline
Average
Fuel Economy
PM
Optima Hybrid
Navigation System
ECODynamics Display
Video
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Earth Mode - The more economically you
drive, the more the ECO Level bars fill up,
and the earth becomes more blue. As you
continue to maintain high fuel efficiency,
the earth will start growing leaves.
PM
HYBRID SYSTEM DISPLAYS
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC) The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during
cornering maneuvers. It is a good idea to keep the ESC turned ON for
daily driving whenever possible.
Press ESC button
A to turn ESC OFF/ON.
REMINDER: ESC is turned ON at vehicle startup.
REMINDER: The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will be lit momentarily
whenever the ESC is active.Instrument Panel DimmerWith parking lights/headlights ON, press button
B up or down to adjust
the brightness of the instrument panel illumination.
REMINDER: Door mood lamp is a fixed brightness and cannot be adjusted.
REMINDER: The Instrument Panel Dimmer does not adjust brightness on the Navigation
System screen. Use Navigation setup to adjust brightness on the Navigation System.
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)HAC momentarily activates and helps to
prevent the vehicle from rolling backward
when accelerating from a stop while on a
steep incline.
HAC automatically activates whether the
ESC is OFF or ON but does NOT activate
when the ESC has malfunctioned.REMINDER:HAC does not operate when the gear
shift is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position.
When HAC is active (e.g., accelerating from
a stop on an incline), you may notice that
the brakes will momentarily remain engaged
after you depress the accelerator.
QUICK TIPS
DRIVER’S PANEL
A
B
( Buttons are located lef t of the Steering Wheel)
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OAs a bulb check, the EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds when the
ignition switch is turned ON
OIf the warning light does not illuminate temporarily, or continues to remain lit, take your vehicle to an
authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked
OThe EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving, unless there is an emergency situation
OA click or electric brake motor sound may be heard while operating or releasing the EPB, but these
conditions are normal and indicate that the EPB is functioning properly
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)*The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system utilizes an electric
motor to engage the parking brake.
Applying the Parking Brake
Depress the brake pedal and pull up the EPB switch
A.
Ensure that the indicator light
is illuminated on the
instrument cluster.
Releasing the Parking Brake
The EPB will automatically release when
the shifter is placed in Reverse or Drive .
To release EPB manually, depress the
brake pedal, then press the EPB switch
A,
with the ignition switch in the ON position.
Ensure that the indicator light
is OFF.
O
OWhen leaving your keys with parking lot attendants or valet, make sure to inform them how to
operate the EPB
OIf parked on a steep incline, pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB
application
AB
Electric Parking Break
(EPB)/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.
QUICK TIPSQUICK TIPS
AUTO HOLD*AUTO HOLD temporarily maintains the
vehicle at a standstill even if the brake
pedal is released. AUTO HOLD can be
turned ON/OFF using the AUTO HOLD
switch
B on the driver’s panel. Before
AUTO HOLD will operate, the driver’s
door, engine hood and trunk must be
closed and the driver’s seat belt must
be fastened.
The AUTO HOLD indicator has four
states:
White: Standby - With vehicle at a
standstill, and AUTO HOLD switch
B
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
B is manually turned OFF or
when the EPB is manually turned ON.
Ye l l o w : Malfunction - When the
indicator is illuminated yellow, there
may be a system malfunction. Take
your vehicle to a local Kia dealer.
Refer to pages 3-4 for location of instrument
cluster indicators.
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SEATING
21SET
Driver Position Memory System*To store a seating position into memory, first place the
shifter into P (Park) while the ignition switch is on. Then:
1. Adjust the driver’s seat and outside rearview mirror
2. Press the SET button
A on the control panel. System
will beep once
3. Press one of the memory buttons
B within 5 seconds
after pressing the SET button
A. The system will beep twice when memory has been stored
4. “Driver (1 or 2) set is memorized” will appear on the instrument cluster LCD
Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat*Move/Press controls to adjust Seat forward/backward, Seat Cushion, Seatback and Lumbar
SeatbackB
LumbarC
Seat forward/
backwardA
Seat CushionA
B
C
A
Driver Position Memory
System Video
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KE Y FE ATURE WALK THROUGH
BEFORE DELIVERY
O w n e r ’ s N a m e : _______________________________________ V I N : _____________________________M i l e a g e : ____________________
D e a l e r s h i p N a m e : _____________________________________ S a l e s C o n s u l t a n t : _______________D a t e : _______________________
Confirm “Good Batter y” with Kia batter y tester
Verify all tire pressures are to spec (see driver’s door label) LF_______ LR_______ RF_______ RR_______
Verify proper operation of Remote Keyless Entr y and Smart Key lock/unlock
Ensure floor mats are snapped into place (if applicable)
Verify vehicle is clean (interior and exterior) and, in good condition, free of chips and scratches
Ensure all key documents are in the vehicle (Owner’s Manual, Warranty and Consumer Information booklet,
Tire Warranty booklet, Features & Functions Guide and any supplemental audio user’s guides)
Climate Control System* – pages 31-32 Demo Defrost and Defog Windshield
Hybrid Display - Navigation System* – page 13
Instrument Cluster/Hybrid Displays – page 3
REAR FRONTCLIMATE
Automatic Climate Control wi th U VO S ys tem* shown
PM
ECO Level
1
023 4 5 6rpm
x 1000ODO000456miles
Active
ON
OPTIMA HYBRID CUSTOMER DELIVERY CHECKLIST
Windshield Wipers & Washers – page 21
Pull to spray and wipe.Faster
MIST: Single wipe
OFF: Wipe off
INT: Intermittent wipe
LO: Slow wipe
HI: Fast wipe Move lever Up / Down to change W iper modes. Rotate
level to adjust Intermit tent Wipe Speed.
FRONT
Slower