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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.
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A
B
( Buttons are located lef t of the Steering Wheel)

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Blind Spot Detection / Lane Change Assist
1st-stage alert: When another vehicle is detected within the
BSD System boundary, a yellow light will illuminate on the
outside rearview mirrors.
2nd-stage alert: When 1st-stage alert is on and a turn signal is
turned on, the 2nd-stage alert will sound.
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
When the vehicle is in Reverse and moves backwards from a
parking position, the sensor detects approaching vehicles on
the left or right side.Blind Spot Detection (BSD) System* The BSD system uses radar sensors to help alert the
driver while changing lanes or while in Reverse moving
backwards.
When the BSD button is pressed ON, the BSD indicator
on the button
A
will illuminate. The outside rearview
mirror warning lights will also illuminate for 3 seconds.
The system will become active when the vehicle is
traveling more than 18 mph and will alert the driver if
another vehicle is detected by the radar sensor.
A


Blind Spot Detection
System 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.www.KuTechVideos.com/tf23/2014
REMINDER:


OThe BSD system will not show a warning if the vehicle speed is only 6 mph above the surrounding vehicles


OWhen the BSD is ON and the ignition is cycled to OFF then ON again, the BSD system returns to ON


OThe RCTA feature can be turned OFF/ON in User Settings
For more information on the Blind Spot Detection System, please refer to the Owner’s Manual.
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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

To view a video on your
mobile device, snap this
QR code or visit the listed
website.
Refer to page 2 for more
information.
QR CODE
www.KuTechVideos.com/tf23/2014


O
Pull up and hold EPB switch again to increase brake pressure if
parked on a decline or incline.
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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.
DRIVER’S PANEL

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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
REMINDER: Headlights must be ON for Fog Light operation.Turn Signals & Fog LightsOne-Touch Lane Change Signal is activated by slightly
moving the turn signal lever for less than 1.5 seconds and
then releasing. The lane change signal will blink 3 times.
When the right or left Turn Signals cancel, they will blink 3
additional times.
Move lever
up/down
for Right/Left
Turn Signal.
Push lever to turn
High Beams ON.
Pull lever to flash
Headlights / High
Beams.Slightly move
lever up/down
to activate
One-Touch
Lane Change
Signal.
Rotate lever ring to turn
Fog Lights ON/OFF.
Headlights & High BeamsAUTO Light* function — 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.
Rotate lever to change the
Headlight function:
AUTO*
Automatic
Headlights positionHeadlight positionParking light position
OFF
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O


OYou can reprogram a single HomeLink ® button by repeating Step 2


OErasing programmed buttons will delete all trained transmitters
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The Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror is designed to reduce
glare from a vehicle’s headlights visible in the rear and also
connect up to three electronic transmitters in one location.
To turn automatic dimming ON or OFF, press button
F
HomeLink® with Auto-Dimming
Rearview Mirror*
How to Sync Transmitter with HomeLink®*
Erasing programmed buttons:
A HomeLink® button B HomeLink® button C Indicator lightD HomeLink® button

E Glare detection sensor F Automatic dimming ON/OFF G Compass control buttonIf 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

D buttons
simultaneously until the indicator light C begins to
flash (to reprogram buttons, skip this step)
2. Press and hold the desired button
A B D and hold
the button on the transmitter while it is approximately
1 to 3 inches away from the mirror. The HomeLink®
Indicator light

C 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
Press and hold the left

A and center
D buttons
simultaneously for approximately 20 seconds,
and then release both buttons within 30 seconds.Operating HomeLink®:
Press one of the programmed HomeLink® buttons.
REMINDER: Mirror indicator light
C will illuminate when automatic
dimming is ON.
If your garage door opener was manufactured in 2011 or later, and you’re unable to program your vehicle’s HomeLink
® system, you may need to
purchase a HomeLink
® Repeater Kit. For more information, go to www.HomeLink.com or call (800) 355-3515 .
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
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Map/Room/Dome LampsAutomatic 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
A 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.
Dome Lamp
B
OFF: In the off position, the lamp is off even if the door
is opened.
DOOR: In the door position, the lamp turns on when
any door is opened. ON: In the on position, the lamp stays on continuously.

O


OWhen doors are unlocked by the Smart Key, the lamp turns
ON for approximately 30 seconds


OIf your vehicle is equipped with the theft alarm system, the
interior lights automatically turn off approximately 3 seconds
after the system is in the armed stage


OUsing interior lights for an extended period of time may
cause battery discharge
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B
A
A
A
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ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPERATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED 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
A backward to the farthest position and release.
Auto Close: Slide the lever
A forward to the farthest position and
release.
Slide the Sunshade:
Auto Open: Slide the lever A backward to the first detent position.
Auto Close: Slide the lever A forward to the farthest position.
Slide the Sunroof (with Sunshade open):
Auto Open: Slide the lever A backward and release.
Auto Close: Slide the lever A forward to the first detent position or pull
the lever downward.
Tilt the Sunroof:
Raise: Push lever
A upward.
Lower: Pull lever
A downward.
Auto Close Sunroof and Sunshade: Slide the lever
A forward to the
farthest position.
SunvisorUse the Sunvisor to shield direct light through
the front or side windows.REMINDER: Sunvisor may not shield all direct light.
REMINDER: The Sunvisor may impair visibility if not
adjusted properly.
To stop the sunroof at any position, slide lever quickly in any direction.
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Rear-Camera Display*The Rear-Camera Display system is not a safety device.
It is a supplemental system that displays the view
behind the vehicle through the Navigation System* or
UVO* System screen while the vehicle is in Reverse.
The Rear- Camera Display activates when the:
1. ENGINE START/STOP* button is in the ON position
(green light)
2. Gear Shift Lever is in the R (Reverse) position
Warning! Check your surroundings for safety
REMINDER: The Rear-Camera Display is not a substitute for proper and
safe backing-up procedures. Always drive safely and use caution when
backing up. The Rear-Camera Display may not detect every object
behind the vehicle.
REMINDER: UVO System — While camera is active, only the volume
controls on the Audio System can be operated.
REMINDER: Navigation System — While camera is active, only the Audio
System can be operated on the Steering Wheel and Audio Control Unit.
Navigation features are disabled. REMINDER: If the vehicle is moving at speeds over 3 mph, the system
may not activate correctly.
REMINDER: When more than two objects are sensed at the same time,
the closest one will be recognized first.
REMINDER: The Back-Up Warning System is not a substitute for proper
and safe backing-up procedures. Always drive safely and use caution
when backing up. The Back-Up Warning System may not detect every
object behind the vehicle.
The Back-Up Warning System is not a safety device. The
Back-Up Warning System is a supplemental system that
assists the driver by chiming if any object is detected
within the sensing area to the rear and side of the vehicle
when backing up. When the ignition is ON, the system is
activated. Back-Up Warning System (Rear
Parking Assist System)*OTHER KEY FEATURES