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AUTOL
R
MIRROR
Reverse Parking Aid Function*
When the gear shift lever is moved into R (Reverse)
and while the vehicle is moving backward, the outside
rearview mirrors A will rotate downward to aid in
reverse parking .
When the left or right mirror buttons B are depressed,
the Reverse Parking Aid Function will operate (LED lit) .
To turn OFF the function, press the switches again.
The outside rearview mirrors will automatically return to
their original positions when:
•The ENGINE START/STOP Button is in the OFF position
•The gear shift lever is moved to any position except R
(Reverse)
•
Outside rearview mirror switches are not depressed
REMINDER: When one of the outside rearview mirror switches are not depressed (LED lit), the Reverse Parking Aid Function will not operate and the outside rearview mirrors will not rotate downward .
(Button/switch panel located on Driver's Door)
A
B
Engine Start/Stop Button & Smart Key Video
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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)
To turn the engine OFF: Press the
ENGINE START/STOP button .
To use the ENGINE START/STOP button, you must have
the Smart Key fob on your person or inside the vehicle .
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 the Smart Key battery is weak or not working properly, hold the Smart Key fob up to the ENGINE START/STOP button (Lock button side closest) and press to start engine
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To use electrical accessories:
ACC position •When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once (amber light)
ON position •When already in the ACC position (amber light) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button again (red light) •
When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice (red light)
Keeping the vehicle in ACC or the ON position for extended periods of time without turning engine on may discharge the vehicle’s battery .
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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 - Push toggle switch A 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.
One-Touch Lane Change Signal is activated by
moving the Turn Signal Lever up/down slightly for
less than 1 second and then releasing . The lane
change signal will blink 3 times .
To change how many times (3/5/7) the Lane Change
Signal blinks, go to User Settings Mode in the LCD
Instrument Cluster modes .
To o p e r a t e :
•Move lever Up/Down to
change Wiper modes
•Push switch B to adjust
Intermittent Wipe
•Pull lever to spray
and wipe
Auto Control (Rain Sensing)*
The rain sensor located on the upper end of the windshield glass senses the amount of
rainfall and controls the wiping cycle for the proper interval . The more it rains, the faster
the wiper operates . When the rain stops, the wiper stops .
To adjust the Auto Rain Sensing speed setting, move the speed control switch A up/down .
Windshield Wipers & Washers
M I S T: Single wipe
OFF: Wiper off
INT/AUTO*: Intermittent Wipe/ Rain Sensing*
LO: Slow wipe
HI: Fast wipe
HI
LO
OFFREAR
HI
LO
OFFREAR
PUSH
FRONT
PULL
FRONT
PUSH
PULL
HI
LO
OFFREAR
HI
LO
OFFREAR
PUSH
FRONT
PULL
FRONT
PUSH
PULL
B
A
HI: Fast wipe
LO: Slow wipe
OFF: Wiper off
Moving switch B up increases intermittent wipe frequency and wipe speed . Moving switch down decreases frequency of wipes .
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On Rear Wipers, intermittent wipe function is not adjustable .
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Rear Wiper & Washer*
To operate:
•Rotate Rear Wiper switch
to change Wiper modes
•Push to spray and wipe
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
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AUDIO SYSTEMS
For further UVO eServices System operations, refer to the Car Multimedia System User's Manual. For other audio system information, refer to pages 20-23.
UVO eServices / Android AutoTM / Apple CarPlay® Setup
UVO eServices Registration/Activation – To use UVO eServices:
1 . On your Smartphone, go to an app store or marketplace to download the free Kia UVO eServices app .
2 . Open the UVO eServices app and create an account by clicking on REGISTER . After entering your information and following the prompts to complete
registration, go to your email and click on the confirmation link ( You can also register an account by logging into MyUVO .com) .
3 . In the app, click CONTINUE, accept the terms and click CONTINUE once again .
4 . Follow the app’s IN-CAR SETUP instructions to connect your smartphone and complete UVO eServices activation .
Apple CarPlay®*
Setting up and starting Apple CarPlay®:
1 . Connect the Apple CarPlay® compatible iPhone with the vehicle’s
USB port using the manufacture’s cable provided with your iPhone .
2 . On the UVO eServices System audio control unit, press the
SETUP key .
3 . Press the CONNECTIVIT Y button on the screen and select Apple
CarPlay® .
4 . Select ENABLE APPLE CARPL AY .
5 . From the vehicle’s home screen, select the Apple CarPlay® button,
where you’ll see all the Apple CarPlay® supported apps
Android Auto™*
Setting up Android Auto™:
1 . From an Android Auto™ compatible device, download the Android
Auto™ app from the Google Play™ Store .
2 . Open the Android Auto™ app and proceed with the on-screen
instructions to complete setup on the mobile device .
How to start Android Auto™:
1 . Press the SETUP key on your UVO eServices system’s control panel .
2 . Press the CONNECTIVIT Y button, select Android Auto™ then select
ENABLE ANDROID AUTO .
3 . Connect the Android™ device with the vehicle’s USB port using the
manufacturer’s cable provided with your phone .
4 . From the vehicle’s home screen, select the Android Auto™ button,
where you’ll see all the Android Auto™ supported apps .
REMINDERS:
• Android Auto™ compatibility requirements: Micro-USB cable that came with your phone, OS Android™ 5 .0 or higher, compatible Android smartphone and data and wireless plan for applicable feature(s) .
•
Apple CarPlay compatibility requirements: Apple Lightning® cable, latest iOS software, iPhone 5 or later and data and wireless plan for applicable feature(s)
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Aux/USB/iPod® Ports, Power Outlets & AC Inverter*
USB Charger* & AC Inverter*
Digital Clock
Standard Audio System*:
Press SETUP button on audio system, then press
on-screen instructions to change clock settings .
UVO eServices System Clock Setup*:
Press the SETUP button, then press the
on-screen Clock icon to enter clock settings .
UVO eServices with Premium Navigation
System Clock Setup*:
Press the SETUP button, then press the
on-screen Clock icon to enter clock settings .
12VMAX
180W12VMAX
180W
AUX USB
A Use the Aux port to connect audio devices and the USB port to connect USB audio
devices, smartphones and iPod® devices .
B Use the power outlets for mobile phones and other devices designed to operate on a
12V (180W max) power outlet .
(Located on Center Console)
REMINDER: Using the Power Outlet (accessory plug) and USB charger for prolonged period time with the Engine Start /Stop button in the ACC position (Engine OFF ) and AC Inverter for prolonged period time with the Engine Start /Stop button in the IGN Position (Engine OFF ) could cause the battery to discharge .
For more information on the Aux/USB/iPod® Ports, Power Outlets and AC Inverter, refer to the Owner's Manual.
C USB charger* and power ports are located in the
Center Panel and rear of the Center Console
D AC Inverter*, 115V 150 watt, outlet is located in the
rear of the Center console
AC115V
MAX150W12V180W
USB
DC
(Located on Back of Center Console)
• Press the Return button on the navigation screen to ensure changes are saved .
• When needed, Daylight Savings must be enabled in the Clock Settings screen
• To access manual date and time setting, turn GPS time OFF in the Clock Settings (UVO eServices with Navigation System*)
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The power outlets are inactive when the Engine Start /Stop button is OFF .
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A
BB
B
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Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)*
The Electronic 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 .
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
A
B
Auto Hold*
The Auto Hold maintains the vehicle in a standstill even though the
brake pedal is not depressed after the driver brings the vehicle to a
complete stop by depressing the brake pedal .
Depress the brake pedal, start the engine and then press the AUTO
HOLD button B . The white Auto Hold indicator will come on indicating
the system is in standby .
Before the Auto Hold will engage, the driver's door, engine hood and
trunk must be closed and the driver's seat belt must be fastened .
When coming to a complete stop by depressing the brake pedal,
the Auto Hold indicator changes from white to green indicating the
Auto Hold is engaged and EPB is applied . The vehicle will remain at a
standstill even if you release the brake pedal .
If EPB is applied, Auto Hold will be released .
•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/decline, pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB application
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When the Smart Key fob is on your person and you are near the back
of the vehicle, within close proximity, the hazard lights will blink and a
chime will sound for about 3 seconds as an alert that the Smart Power
Liftgate is about to open . Then the alert system will blink and chime two
additional times before opening the Smart Power Liftgate .
The Smart Power Liftgate feature is off by default . To enable the
Smart Power Liftgate, go to User Settings in the LCD Instrument
Cluster modes .
REMINDERS:
•All doors are closed and locked after about 15 seconds
•The Smart Power Liftgate feature will not operate when:- The doors are recently closed and locked, and the Smart Key is still detected after 15 seconds near the vehicle or within 60 inches of the door handles- A door is not locked or closed- The Smart Key is in the vehicle
•
Press any button on the Smart Key fob during the Detect and Alert stage to deactivate the Smart Power Liftgate function .
•
When ignition is on, the Smart Power Liftgate will only operate with the gear shift in the Park (P) position .
Smart Power Liftgate*
For more information on the Smart Power Liftgate operation, please refer to the Owner's Manual.
• During the Smart Power Liftgate alert, the Smart Power Liftgate can be deactivated with the Smart Key by pressing any button on the key fob .
• The open height can be adjusted . For information on how to set open height, see your owner's manual
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Smart Power Liftgate Video To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website .
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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/Room Lamp Operation
Press the button A to turn the Map Lamp ON/OFF . Press
button B to turn the Driver's/Passenger's Map Lamps
ON/OFF . This light produces a spot beam for convenient
use as a map lamp or as a personal lamp for the driver or the
front passenger .
The Map Lamp turns ON when any door is opened or the
ignition is turned OFF . When all doors are locked or the ignition
is ON, the Map Lamp will turn OFF immediately .
Map/Room Lamp button C – When pressed and a door is
opened, or doors are unlocked from the Smart Key, the Map
and Room Lamps turn ON for approximately 30 seconds .
Room Lamp – Press the lens D to turn the Room Lamp
ON/OFF .
BBE
AC
D
•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
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Panoramic Sunroof with Power Sunshade
The Sunroof and Sunshade operation is controlled through multidirectional lever E .
The ignition needs to be ON to operate the sunroof/sunshade .
REMINDERS: The sunroof can be operated for approximately 30 seconds after the ignition is turned off . If the front door’s are opened, the sunroof cannot be operated even within the 30 second period .
To slide the Sunshade and Sunroof:
•Auto Open: Slide the lever E backward to the farthest position and release
•Auto Close (Sunroof only): Slide the lever E forward to the farthest position
(second detent) and release
Tilting the Sunroof open/closed:
•Open/Raise: Push lever E upward
•Close/Lower: Pull lever E downward
•Auto Close Sunroof and Sunshade: Slide the Sunroof lever E forward to the
farthest position
REMINDERS: Sunshade needs to remain OPEN while Sunroof is open and vehicle is moving
To stop the Sunroof/Sunshade at any position, push or pull the Sunroof control lever in any direction .
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(Front overhead console)
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CLICK!
Fuel Cap / Malfunction
Indicator (Check Engine
Light)
Tighten for ONE CLICK to prevent
Malfunction Indicator from
illuminating .
REMINDER:
• The Fuel Filler Door Release button is located on the driver’s button panel, left of the Steering Wheel .
• It is normal operation when tightening to hear one click and then when Fuel Cap is released, it clicks back .
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock
Located on the rear edge of the rear passenger doors, turn the Child-
Protector Rear Door Lock to the lock position to disable the inner door
handles from opening the rear doors .
REMINDER: Child-Protector Rear Door Lock is located on rear passenger’s door jamb .
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, push the secondary
Latch B to the left inside of the Hood’s center and lift the Hood
3 . It will open by itself after it has been raised about half way .
REMINDER: Open the Hood only after turning the engine off, on a flat surface, with the gear shift in P (Park) position and setting the parking brake .
Hood Release Lever and Latch
(Lever located near floor below Driver's Panel) (Latch located inside hood)
(Lock located on rear passenger inside door jam)
A
B
Closing the Hood:
Lower the Hood about halfway and then press down to securely
lock in place .
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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