2017 KIA OPTIMA PLUG-IN HYBRID light

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Changing plug-in hybrid mode
Pressing the HEV button changes
the plug-in hybrid system modes, as
below.
• Shortly pressed:EV mode ↔HEV mode Plug-in hybrid mode indicator

: The high-voltage(hybrid) battery is
used to drive the
vehicle.
: The high-voltage(hybrid) batteryand gasolineengine is used to
drive the vehicle.
A corresponding message is displayed
to indicate the selected mode. Warning and indicator lights
Ready Indicator
This indicator illuminates :
When the vehicle is ready to be driven.
- ON : Normal driving is possible.
- OFF : Nor
mal driving is not possible,
or a problem has occurred.
- Blinking : Emergency driving. When the ready indicator goes OFF
or blinks, there is a problem with the
system. In this case, we recommend
that you have your vehicle inspected
by an authorized Kia dealer.
DRIVING THE HYBRID/PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLE
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OJFHP046420L
OJFHP046421L
OJFHP046425L/OJFHP046426L
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Please see this page instead of page 1-19 in owner's manual.

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 When the fuel filler lid is frozenand does not open after 20 seconds
at freezing temperature, slightly
tap the fuel filler lid and then
attempt to open it.
Fuel door open (Plug-in hybrid)
This message is displayed when the fuel filler lid is opened. Also means "Ready to refuel".
Check fuel door (Plug-in hybrid)
This message is displayed when the
fuel filler lid is open or an abnormal-ity has occurred.
Refuel after stopping
(Plug-in hybrid)
This message is displayed when the
fuel filler lid open button is pressed
when a vehicle equipped with a plug-
in hybrid seal-type fuel tank is in
motion (vehicle speed is greater than0 km/h(mi/h)).
Open fuel door after disconnectingcharging cable (Plug-in hybrid)
This message is displayed when you
press fuel filler lid open button whilecharging.
This message explains that refueling
is allowed to finish charging. Fuel lid is not opened when charging
cable is connected to vehicle.
Charging Door Open (Plug-in hybrid)
This message indicates that the
charging door is open while in driv-
ing-ready state to encourage you to
inspect and close the door.
(Driving with the charging door open
may result in moisture inflow or dam-
age. This message is used to prevent
such occurrences.)
EV / HEV modes (Plug-in hybrid)
A corresponding message is dis-
played when a mode is selected by
pressing the HEV button.
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OJFHP046425L
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Please see this page instead of page 1-22~1-23 in owner's manual.

HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) system.................................... 1-02
PHEV (Plug-in Electric Vehicle) system.................................1-03
Charging the plug-in hybrid vehicle....................................... 1-04Charging information............................................................1-04
Charging time........................................................................ 1-04
Charging types.......................................................................1-05
Charging status..................................................................... 1-06
Scheduled charging .............................................................. 1-06
Charging precautions............................................................ 1-06
Normal charge....................................................................... 1-08
Charging status..................................................................... 1-10
Trickle charger....................................................................... 1-12
Driving the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle..............................1-19 Changing plug-in hybrid mode............................................1-19
Warning and indicator lights............................................... 1-19
Energy flow hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle............................1-24 Vehicle stop............................................................................ 1-24
EV propulsion......................................................................... 1-24
Power assist.......................................................................... 1-24
Engine only propulsion......................................................... 1-25
Engine generation................................................................. 1-25
Regeneration......................................................................... 1-25
Engine brake.......................................................................... 1-26
Power reserve....................................................................... 1-26
Engine generation/regeneration........................................ 1-26
Engine generation/motor drive.......................................... 1-27
Engine brake/regeneration..................................................1-27
Starting the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle (Smart key)..... 1-28 Starting the hybrid system................................................. 1-28
Economical and safe operation of hybrid system...........1-28 Components of the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle............... 1-30
Safety plug............................................................................. 1-33
Some special features of the hybrid vehicle.................... 1-33
Virtual Engine Sound System (VESS)................................ 1-34
High voltage battery air intake...........................................1-34
If an accident occurs............................................................. 1-34
When the hybrid vehicle shuts off..................................... 1-36
Hybrid system overview

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Do not connect the charging cableconnector plug to the vehicle if thereis water or dust on the charging in‐let. Connecting while there is wateror dust on the charging cable con‐nector and plug may cause a fire orelectric shock. There may be a riskof fire and injury when using oldworn out public electrical outlets.
WARNING
nInterference with electronicmedical devices
When using medical electric devicessuch as an implantable cardiac pace‐maker, make sure to ask the medicalteam and manufacturer whethercharging your electric vehicle will im‐pact the operation of the medicaldevices. In some instances, electro‐magnetic waves that are generatedfrom the charger can seriously im‐pact medical electric devices such asan implantable cardiac pacemaker.
WARNING
nTouching the charging connec‐tor
Do not touch the charging connector,charging plug, and the charging inletwhen connecting the cable to thecharger and the charging inlet on thevehicle. Doing so may result in elec‐trocution.
• Comply with the following in order toprevent electrical shock when charg‐
ing: - Use a waterproof charger
- Make sure to not touch the charg‐ ing connector and charging plug
when your hand is wet
- Do not charge when there is light‐ ning
- Do not charge when the charging connector and plug is wet
WARNING
nCharging cable
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•Immediately stop charging whenyou find abnormal symptoms(smell, smoke).
•Replace the charging cable if thecable coating is damaged to pre‐vent electrical shock.
•When connecting or removing thecharging cable, make sure to holdthe charging connector handle andcharging plug.If you pull the cable itself (withoutusing the handle), the internalwires may disconnect or get dam‐aged. This may lead to electricshock or fire.
WARNING
nCooling fan
Do not touch the cooling fan whilevehicle is charging. When the vehicleis switched OFF while charging, thecooling fan inside the motor com‐partment may automatically oper‐ate.

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Hybrid system overview

NOTICE
•The charging is in progress only
with the shift lever is in P (Park).
Charging the battery with the
Engine Start/Stop button in the
ACC position is possible. Howev‐
er, it may discharge the 12-V
battery. Thus, if possible, charge
the battery with the Engine
Start/Stop button in the OFF po‐
sition.
•Moving the shift lever from P
(Park) to R (Reverse)/
N(Neutral)/D (Drive) stops the
charging process. To restart the
charging process, move the shift
lever to P (Park), press the En‐
gine Start/Stop button to the
OFF position, and disconnect the
charging cable. Then, connect
the charging cable and restart
the vehicle again.
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10. After charging has started, the es‐timated charging time is displayed
on the instrument cluster for about
1 minute. It is also displayed, when
the driver’s door is opened with
charging in progress. When sched‐
uled charging is set, the estimated
charging time is displayed as "--".
Unlock charging door in emergency
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If the charging door does not open due
to battery discharge, open the hood and slightly pull the emergency cable as
shown above. The charging door will
then open.
Hybrid system overview
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How to disconnect portable
charging cable (ICCB: In-Cable
Control Box)
1. Before disconnecting the chargingconnector, make sure the doors are
unlocked. When the door is locked,
the charging connector lock system
will not allow disconnection.
NOTICE
In order to disconnect the charging
connector, unlock the doors to un‐
latch the charging connector lock
system. If not, the charging connec‐
tor and the vehicle's charging inlet
may be damaged.
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2. Hold the charging connector handle and pull it out.
3. Make sure to securely close the charging door.
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4. Disconnect the plug from thehousehold electric outlet. Do not
pull the cable when disconnecting
the plug.
5. Close the protective cover for the charging connector so that foreign
material cannot get into the termi‐
nal.
6. Put the charging cable inside the cable compartment to protect it.
Precautions for portable charging
cable (ICCB: In-Cable Control Box)
• Use the portable charging cable thatis certified by Kia.
• Do not try to repair, disassemble, or adjust the portable charging cable.
• Do not use an extension cord or adapter.
• Stop using immediately if failure warning light occurs.
• Do not touch the plug and charging connector with wet hands.
• Do not touch the terminal part of the normal charging connector and the
normal charging inlet on the vehicle.
• Do not connect the charging connec‐ tor to voltage that does not comply
with regulations.

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Hybrid system overview

• Do not use the portable charging ca‐ble if it is worn out, exposed, or there
exists any type of damage on the portable charging cable.
• If the ICCB case and normal charging connector is damaged, cracked, or
the wires are exposed in any way, do
not use the portable charging cable.
• Do not let children operate or touch the portable charging cable.
• Keep the control box free of water.
• Keep the normal charging connector or plug terminal free of foreign sub‐
stances.
• Do not step on the cable or cord. Do not pull the cable or cord and do not
twist or bend it.
• Do not charge when there is light‐ ning.
• Do not drop the control box or place a heavy object on the control box.
• Do not place an object that can gen‐ erate high temperatures near the
charger when charging. • Charging with the worn out or dam‐
aged household electric outlet can re‐sult in a risk of electric shock. If you
are in doubt to the household electric
outlet condition, have it checked by a
licensed electrician.
• Stop using the portable charging ca‐ ble immediately if the householdelectric outlet or any components is
overheated or you notice burnt
odors.
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DRIVING THE HYBRID/PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLE
Changing plug-in hybrid mode
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Pressing the HEV button changes the
plug-in hybrid system modes, as below. • Shortly pressed: EV mode ↔ HEV mode
• Press and hold: It changes to the HEV-charging
mode.
When the HEV button is pressed in the
HEV-charging mode, the mode changes
as below.
- Shortly pressed : It changes to the CS
mode. -
Press and hold: It remains in the
HEV-charging mode.
Plug-in hybrid mode indicator
• CD (Charge Depleting, Electric) mode
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The high-voltage (hy‐ brid) battery is used
to drive the vehicle.
• CS (Charge Sustaining, Hybrid) mode
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The high-voltage (hy‐ brid) battery and gas‐oline engine is used to
drive the vehicle.
• HEV-charging mode
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Gasoline engine is
used to drive the ve‐
hicle and charge thehigh-voltage (hybrid)battery.
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A corresponding message is displayed
to indicate the selected mode.
Warning and indicator lights
Ready indicator
This indicator illuminates:
When the vehicle is ready to be driven.
- ON: Normal driving is possi‐ ble.
- OFF: Normal driving is not possible, or a problem
has occurred.
- Blinking: Emergency driving.
When the ready indicator goes OFF or blinks, there is a problem with the sys‐
tem. In this case, we recommend that
you have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

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Hybrid system overview