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REMINDERS:
• As a bulb check, the EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned ON
• If 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
•The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving
• A 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 i s O F F .
Electric Parking Break (EPB)/AUTO HOLD Video
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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 .
Yellow: Malfunction - When the indicator
is illuminated yellow, there may be a system
malfunction . Take your vehicle to a local Kia dealer .
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 .
Refer to page 4 for location of Instrument Cluster indicators.
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•When leaving your keys with parking lot attendants or valet, make sure to inform them how to operate the EPB •If parked on a steep incline, pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB application •Pull up and hold EPB switch a second time to increase brake pressure if parked on a decline or incline
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A
B
(Located on Center Panel)
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For more information on Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and its specific features and operations, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.
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 OFF button B 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 B (ESC OFF indicator will illuminate, and an alert sounds) .
REMINDERS:
•ESC is active by default at vehicle start-up
• The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate whenever the ESC is in operation
Instrument Panel Dimmer
Toggle switch A up or down to adjust display brightness of the instrument
panel illumination .
REMINDER: The Instrument Panel Dimmer does not adjust brightness on the Navigation System screen, use Navigation setup to adjust brightness on the Navigation System .
HAC helps prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when accelerating
from a stop while on a steep incline .
The HAC automatically activates whether the ESC is OFF or ON but does
NOT activate when the ESC has malfunctioned .
REMINDERS:
•The HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position .
•In the event of HAC system malfunction, see Authorized Kia Dealer for service .
(Located left of Steering Wheel)
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
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•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 •HAC provides a 2-second delay before the vehicle may start rolling backward
QUICK TIPS
AB
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Engine Start/Stop Button*
To start the engine:
1 . Depress the brake pedal
2 . Press the ENGINE START/STOP button while gear shift is in P (Park)
REMINDERS:
• In an emergency situation while the vehicle is in motion, you are able to turn the engine off and to the ACC position by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button for more than 2 seconds or 3 times successively within 3 seconds
• If Smart Key fob battery is dead, hold the fob up against the ENGINE START/STOP button and press
To turn the vehicle OFF, press the ENGINE START/STOP button .
To use the ENGINE START/STOP button, you must have the Smart Key fob on
your person .
To use electrical accessories:
ACC position •When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once (orange light E)
ON position •When already in the ACC position (orange light E) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button again (green light F) • When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice (green light F)
Keeping the vehicle in ACC or ON position without turning engine on may discharge the vehicle’s battery .
QUICK TIPS
Engine Start/Stop Button & Smart Key Video
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EF
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Headlights & High Beams
AUTO 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 .
To o p e r a t e :
•Rotate lever to change the Headlight function
•Push lever to turn High Beams ON
•Pull lever to flash Headlights/High Beams
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)*
DRL may help others to see the front of your vehicle during the day . The
lights will be on automatically when the ignition or ENGINE START/STOP
button* is ON and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position, unless one of
the following occurs:
Turn Signals & Fog Lights*
To o p e r a t e :
•Turn Signals - Move lever Up/Down for Right /Left Turn Signal
•Fog Lights - Rotate lever ring to turn Fog Lights ON/OFF
REMINDER: Headlights must be ON for Fog Light operation .
For more information on the User Settings Mode, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.

AUTO


AUTO

•Headlights are on
•Parking brake is applied
•Fog lights are on
•Engine is turned off
REMINDERS:
•DRL only operates during the daytime
• The DRL system turns off when the headlights are ON, parking brake is applied or the front fog lights are tuned on
One-Touch Lane Change Signal is activated by moving the Turn Signal
Lever slightly for less than 1 second and then releasing . The lane change
signal will blink 3 times .
To change how many times the Lane Change Signal blinks (3/5/7), go to User
Settings Mode in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes .
AUTO*Automatic Headlights position
Headlight position
Parking light position
OFFOFF position
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One-Click Fuel Cap Video To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website .
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HOLD
HOLD
A Press to release Folding Key
B Press to lock All Doors
C Press to unlock Driver’s Door .
Press twice in 4 seconds to
unlock All Doors
D Press and hold to unlock Trunk
and manually open
E Press and hold more than 1
second for Panic Alarm . To turn
off Alarm, press any button
REMINDER: Remote button configuration may vary depending on vehicle options .REMINDER: The Fuel Filler Door Release button is located on the lower part of the driver’s door panel .
Remote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)*
CLICK!
Fuel Cap/Malfunction Indicator
(Check Engine Light)
Tighten for ONE CLICK to prevent Malfunction
Indicator from illuminating .
LockUnlockDouble-Turn Lock/Unlock All
•Turn clockwise once to unlock Driver’s Door
•Turn clockwise again within 4 seconds to unlock All Doors
•Turn counterclockwise once to lock All Doors
B
A
C
D
E
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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 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

Operating HomeLink®:
Press one of the programmed HomeLink® buttons .
Erasing programmed buttons:
Press and hold the left A and center D buttons simultaneously for approximately
20 seconds, and then release both buttons within 30 seconds .
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.
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® with Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror*
A HomeLink® button
B HomeLink® button
C Indicator light
D HomeLink® button
E Glare detection sensor
F Automatic dimming ON/OFF
G Compass Control button
H Compass display

•You can reprogram a single HomeLink® button by repeating Step 2 •Erasing programmed buttons will delete all trained transmitters
QUICK TIPS
ABCDEFG
H
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Map/Room 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 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 .
Room Lamp B
: In the off position, the lamp is OFF even if the door is opened .
: In the door position, the lamp turns ON when any door is opened .
: In the on position, the lamp stays on continuously .
( Type A )( Type B)
REMINDER: Sunshade needs to remain OPEN while Sunroof is open and vehicle is moving .
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 C backward to
the farthest position and release .
•Auto Close (Sunroof only): Slide the lever C forward to the farthest position
and release .
Slide the Sunshade:
•Open: Slide the lever C partially backward to the first detent position .
•Auto Close: Slide the lever C forward to the farthest position .
Slide the Sunroof (with Sunshade open):
•Open: Slide the lever C backward and release .
•Close: Slide the lever C partially forward to the first detent position or
pull the lever downward .
Tilt the Sunroof:
•Raise: Push lever C upward .
•Lower: Pull lever C downward .
•Auto Close: Slide the lever C forward to the farthest position .

•When doors are unlocked by the Smart Key*, the lamp turns ON for approximately 30 seconds •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 •Using interior lights for an extended period of time may cause battery discharge
QUICK TIPS
To stop the Sunroof/Sunshade at any position, push or pull the Sunroof control lever in any direction .
QUICK TIP
A
AA
B
B
C
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(Buttons located on Driver's Door)
Hood Release Lever and Latch
Press the button C to release the fuel door .
Pull the button D to open the trunk .
Fuel Door and Trunk Release
C
D
Located underneath the Trunk lid . With Trunk unlocked, press the Trunk Release
button E and pull the Trunk lid up by the handle to open .
Trunk Release Button (Exterior)
( Trunk Release Button)(Located on Driver side kick panel)

•The Trunk must be unlocked before it can be opened by the Trunk Release Button •Smart Key* - The Trunk unlocks automatically, and can then be opened manually, when the Smart Key fob* is within close proximity to the vehicle
QUICK TIPS
E
REMINDERS:
•Sunvisor may not shield all direct light
• Do not operate the vehicle if Sunvisor is impairing your visibility
Sunvisor
Use the Sunvisor to shield direct light through the front or side windows .
Slide the Sunvisor out and adjust as needed .
Opening the Hood:
1 . Pull the Hood Release Lever A to unlatch the Hood
2 . In the front of the vehicle, lift the Hood slightly, pull the
secondary Latch B inside of the Hood’s center and lift the Hood
Closing the Hood:
Lower the Hood about halfway and then press down to securely lock
in place .
A
B
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