GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
OPTIMA PLUG-IN HYBRID
Congratulations on Your New Kia Purchase!
Your new Kia vehicle has been designed, engineered and manufactured to provide you with years of comfortable and dependable
driving. Kia is committed to quality, innovation, safety and — above all — your satisfaction.
Using This Guide
The information contained in this guide is a brief overview that will help you become familiar with the operation and features of your
new Kia vehicle. The flipbook format facilitates information access, while the detailed illustrations help to ensure the instructions are
easy to follow.
This Features & Functions Guide, and the specific operational and safety information it provides, is not a substitute for your 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.
While the information contained in this guide is accurate at the time of printing, Kia may change vehicle specifications without
notice in advance or after the fact, and assumes no liability in connection with such changes.
www.kia.com
Consumer - Roadside Assistance
1-800-333-4KIA (4542)
See Back Pages for Vehicle Maintenance Schedule
Always check the Owner’s Manual for complete operating information and safety warnings.
VIDEOS & QR CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Instrument Cluster Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 03
Indicators & Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . 05
Plug-In Hybrid Indicators at Startup . . . . . . . . . . . 06
LCD Instrument Cluster Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
Trip Modes / Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08
User Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09
Service Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09
Drive Mode Integrated Control System* . . . . . . . . . 10
ECO Mode (Active ECO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Plug-In Hybrid Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM UVO eServices with Premium Navigation* . . . . . . . . 11
Instrument Cluster - Energy Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Charging Your Plug-In Hybrid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
DRIVER’S PANEL Blind Spot Detection System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)* . . . . . . . . 17
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) /
Front Collision Warning System* . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Instrument Panel Dimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Engine Start/Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock . . . 20
Automatic Door Lock /Unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Power/Heated Outside Mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Power Folding Mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Headlights & High Beams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
High Beam Assist* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Turn Signals & Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Windshield Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Heated Steering Wheel Button* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Bluetooth
® Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Advanced Smart Cruise Control (ASCC)* . . . . . . . . . 26
Tilt/ Telescoping Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27AUDIO SYSTEMS
UVO eServices Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
UVO eServices with Premium Navigation . . . . . . . . 29
CENTER PANEL Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Aux/USB/iPod
® Port & Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . 30
USB Charger* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Wireless Smartphone Charging System* . . . . . . . . . 31
Automatic Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic
® Shifting . . . . . 33
Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Auto Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
S E AT I N G Driver Position Memory System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Front Seat Headrest Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat* . . . . . . . . . 36
OTHER KEY FEATURES Smart Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Double-Turn Lock /Unlock All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Smart Trunk* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Map/Room Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Panoramic Sunroof Operation* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Hood Release Lever and Latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Fuel Door and Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Sunvisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Rear Parking Assist System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Rear-Camera Display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Plug-In Hybrid Battery Vent (Air Intake) . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Tire Mobility Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
SAFETY FEATURES Occupant Detection System (ODS) /
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Seat Belt Retractor Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . 45
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS . . (See Back Inside Cover Page)
ESSENTIAL FEATURES
OPTIMA PLUG-IN HYBRID FE ATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE*IF EQUIPPED
Air Conditioning / Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Audio System – UVO eServices System* . . . . . . . . . .28
Audio System – UVO eServices / Premium Navigation* . . 29
Aux/USB/iPod
® Port & Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Bluetooth
® Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Charging of the E V Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
ECO Mode (Active ECO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08
Plug-In Hybrid Displays – UVO eServices /
Premium Navigation* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Instrument Cluster / Plug-In Hybrid Displays . . . . . . . .12
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Tire Mobility Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . 05
Windshield Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control
that may lead to an accident, severe personal injury and
death. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and
legal operation of a vehicle, and use of any handheld devices,
other equipment or vehicle systems which take the driver’s
eyes, attention and focus away from the safe operation of a
vehicle or that are not permissible by law should never be
used during operation of the vehicle.
Normal Maintenance Schedule
When your vehicle requires service, remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best . Your dealer has factory-trained technicians, recommended special tools,
genuine Kia replacement parts and is dedicated to your complete satisfaction . For expert advice and quality service, see your authorized Kia dealer .
* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace .
1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives
are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not
mix other additives .
2 . Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if
necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt tension before replacing .* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace
.
1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on
how to use them . Do not mix other additives .
2 . Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt tension before
replacing .
MAINTENANCE
Check your Maintenance Schedule or schedule an appointment with a dealer using your UVO eServices account by logging into your UVO App or your account on MyUVO . com
( Vehicles equipped with UVO eServices only; see page 28 for setup information)QUICK TIP
45*IF EQUIPPED
ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS .
7,500 miles
PERFORM:
• Add fuel additive
1
• Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
• Engine oil and filter
INSPECT*:
• Air cleaner filter
• HSG belt
2
• Vacuum hose 15,000 miles
PERFORM:
• Add fuel additive
1
• Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
• Climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)
• Engine oil and filter
INSPECT*:
• Air cleaner filter
• HSG belt
2
• Vacuum hose
• Air conditioning refrigerant
• Brake hoses and lines
• Drive shafts and boots
• Exhaust pipe and muffler
• Front brake disc/pads, calipers and rotors
• Rear brake disc/pads
• Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower
arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint
• Suspension mounting bolts
* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace .
1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended .
Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to
use them . Do not mix other additives .
2 . Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if
necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt tension before replacing .* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace
.
** If equipped
1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information
on how to use them . Do not mix other additives .
2 . Fuel filter & fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality .
If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc ., replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of
maintenance schedule and consult an authorized Kia dealer for details .
MAINTENANCE
46*IF EQUIPPED OPTIMA PLUG-IN HYBRID FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
22,500 miles
PERFORM:
• Add fuel additive
1
• Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
• Engine oil and filter
INSPECT*:
• Air cleaner filter
• HSG belt
2
• Vacuum hose 30,000 miles
PERFORM:
• Add fuel additive
1
• Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
• Air cleaner filter
• Climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)
• Engine oil and filter
INSPECT*:
• Air conditioning refrigerant
• Brake fluid
• Brake hoses and lines
• Drive shafts and boots
• Exhaust pipe and muffler
• Front brake disc/pads, calipers and
rotors
• Fuel filter
2
• Fuel cap, fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections
• Fuel tank air filter**
2
• HSG belt
• Rear brake disc/pads
• Parking brake
• Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower
arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint
• Suspension mounting bolts
• Vacuum hose
• Vapor hose and fuel filler cap
Normal Maintenance Schedule (Continued)
MAINTENANCE
* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace .
1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives
are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not
mix other additives .
2 . Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if
necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt tension before replacing .* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace
.
1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along
with information on how to use them . Do not mix other additives .
2 . Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt
tension before replacing .
47*IF EQUIPPED
ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS .
37,500 miles
PERFORM:
• Add fuel additive
1
• Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
• Engine oil and filter
INSPECT*:
• Air cleaner filter
• HSG belt
2
• Vacuum hose 45,000 miles
PERFORM:
• Fuel additive
1
• Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
• Climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)
• Engine oil and filter
INSPECT*:
• Air cleaner filter
• Air conditioning refrigerant
• Brake hoses and lines
• Drive shafts and boots
• Exhaust pipe and muffler
• Front brake disc/pads and calipers
• HSG belt
2
• Rear brake disc/pads
• Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint
• Suspension mounting bolts
• Vacuum hose
Normal Maintenance Schedule (Continued)
MAINTENANCE
* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace .
** If equipped
1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on
how to use them . Do not mix other additives .
2 . Fuel filter & fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality .
If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc ., replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of
maintenance schedule and consult an authorized Kia dealer for details .
* And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean, or replace
.
1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives
are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not
mix other additives .
2 . Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if
necessary . If HSG belt noise occurred, readjust HSG belt tension before replacing .
48*IF EQUIPPED OPTIMA PLUG-IN HYBRID FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
52,500 miles
PERFORM:
• Add fuel additive
1
• Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
• Engine oil and filter
INSPECT*:
• Air cleaner filter
• HSG belt
2
• Vacuum hose 60,000 miles
PERFORM:
• Add fuel additive
1
• Rotate tire position
REPLACE:
• Air cleaner filter
• Climate control air filter (for evaporator and blower unit)
• Engine oil and filter
• HSG belt
INSPECT*:
• Air conditioning refrigerant
• Brake hoses and lines
• Drive shafts and boots
• Exhaust pipe and muffler
• Front brake disc/pads and calipers
• Rear brake disc/pads
• Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower
arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint
• Suspension mounting bolts
• Brake fluid
• Fuel cap, fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections
• Fuel tank air filter**
2
• Parking brake
• Vacuum hose
• Vapor hose and fuel filler cap
Normal Maintenance Schedule (Continued)
Sales Consultant: ______________________________________________________________ Date: ____________________
Sales Manager: ________________________________________________________________ Date: ____________________
Customer: _____________________________________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Explain first service process and schedule first service appointment Tour Parts & Service departments, introduce staff & explain value of Kia Parts and Service Review recommended maintenance schedule and maintenance requirements to validate warranty Review business hours & Customer 360° Care Review the Kia 10-year/100,000-mile warranty program Ensure 100% satisfaction with sales and delivery process and no problems with the vehicle Confirm time and best contact number for initial dealer follow-up
OPTIMA PLUG-IN HYBRID CUSTOMER DELIVERY CHECKLIST
...continued
KEY FEATURE WALKTHROUGHDURING DELIVERY Tire Pressure Monitoring System ( TPMS) – page 5 Trip Modes / Trip Computer – page 7 Fuel Economy – page 8 ECO Mode (Active ECO) – page 10 Engine Start /Stop Button – page 19 Audio Controls – page 23 Digital Clock – page 30 Seat Warmers/ Ventilated Seats* – page 33
Smart Key – page 37 Panoramic Sunroof Operation* – page 39 Sunvisor – page 40 Back-up Warning System* – page 41 Rear-Camera Display* – page 41 Tire Mobility Kit – page 43 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator – page 44
*IF EQUIPPED
Aux/USB/iPod
® Port – page 30
Cruise Control – page 23 Demonstrate operation
UVO eServices Setup – page 28Walk customer through the registration/activation
process for UVO eServices.
UVO eServices with Premium -
Navigation* – page 29
For further operational information, refer to
the Car Multimedia System User’s Manual.
Bluetooth
® Wireless
Technology – page 24
Demonstrate operation, and pair
customer’s phone.