2021 KIA NIRO brake

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ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)
ADAS
Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go*†6 (continued)
REMINDERS: •
The cruise control system will not activate until the brake pedal has been depressed at least once after the ignition is ON or engine starting •
When following a vehicle, the system will automatically adjust your cruise speed based on the vehicle detected in front •
SCC is also canceled when the driver’s door is opened, gear shift is changed out of D (Drive), EPB is activated, and various other conditions. See the Owner’s Manual for other conditions •
If SCC is left on, it can be activated inadvertently. Keep the system off when not in use to avoid setting a speed which the driver is not aware of •
SCC is a supplemental system and is not a substitute for safe driving. It is the responsibility of the driver to always check the speed and distance to the vehicle ahead
•
•The speed setting for SCC can be adjusted under the following conditions:
•You must be traveling at a minimum speed of 20 mph (may vary on newer models)
•
When following a vehicle, there is no minimum speed requirement
•
When following a vehicle, the system can automatically adjust your cruise speed based on the vehicle detected ahead. If the vehicle detected ahead remains at a standstill and your vehicle is also stopped for longer than 3 seconds, the system will need to be reactivated by pressing the gas pedal or pressing the RES button
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REMINDERS:
• NSCC-C requires an active navigation subscription
• NSCC-C is only available on controlled access roads and highways
Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control - Curve (NSCC-C) can automatically adjust the vehicle speed when it detects a
curved road ahead and when it receives road information from the navigation system.
To turn on NSCC-C, go to User Settings in the instrument cluster or Vehicle Settings* in the audio head unit, by selecting
Driving Convenience*, Highway Auto Speed Change. When SCC is on and operating, driving on limited/controlled access
highways and NSCC-C is turned on, then NSCC-C is enabled and the AUTO icon A will illuminate white on the Instrument
C lu s t er.
When NSCC-C detects a curve ahead, activates and reduces the vehicle speed, the AUTO icon A will turn green. When
the vehicle passes the curved road, the vehicle may return to its previously set SCC speed.
Autoset (Automatic change of set speed): If the set speed is set to the current speed limit on the highway during NSCC-C
operation, the set speed is changed automatically whenever the speed limit changes.
Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control - Curve (NSCC-C)*†6
CRUISE65mphAUTO
(Display on LCD screen)
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information. For more setting information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide.
NSCC-C is a supplemental system and is not a substitute for safe driving. It is the responsibility of the driver to always check the speed and distance to the vehicle ahead.
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)†7
The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during certain cornering
maneuvers. It is a good idea to keep the ESC turned ON 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†7 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 startup
•
The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate whenever the ESC is in operation
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while the vehicle is stopped on an incline.
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
(Located left of Steering Wheel)
Instrument Cluster Control
Press switch A up or down to adjust display brightness of the instrument
panel illumination.
REMINDERS:
• The dimmer does not change brightness when lights are turned off
• The dimmer does not adjust brightness on the audio system screens; use the system’s setup menu to adjust brightness on the screens
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)†7
HAC is designed to help 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.
REMINDERS:
•
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
•
•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. This is normal HAC operation
•HAC provides a 2-second delay before the vehicle may start rolling backward
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AUTOOFF
DRIVER'S PANEL
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Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Reverse Parking Aid Function*†6a
When the gear shift lever is moved into R (Reverse) and
the vehicle is driven backwards, the outside rearview
mirrors A will rotate downward to aid in reverse parking.
To turn ON the Reverse Parking Aid Function, depress
either L or R mirror buttons B.
To turn OFF, depress the same buttons 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)
• The L or R mirror buttons are not depressed
(Buttons panel located on Driver's Door )
REMINDER: When the outside rearview mirror buttons are not depressed, the Reverse Parking Aid Function will not operate and the outside rearview mirrors will not rotate downward.
A
B
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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 C )
ON position •When already in the ACC position (amber light C) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button again (red light D) •
When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice (red light D)
Keeping the vehicle in ACC or ON position without turning the engine on may discharge the vehicle’s battery.
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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 the button to start the engine
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Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes.www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
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Engine Start/Stop Button Video
Kia Smart & Folding Key Fobs Video
Engine Start/Stop Button†8
To start the engine:
1. Depress the brake pedal
2.
Press the ENGINE START/STOP
button while gear shift is in P (Park)
or (N) Neutral
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.
DRIVER'S PANEL
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Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Headlight position
Parking light position
AUTO*Auto Light Position / DRL / HBA*
OFFOFF position
Headlights & High Beams
To o p e rate:
•Rotate lever to change the Headlight function
•Push lever to turn High Beams ON
•Pull lever to flash Headlights/High Beams
High Beam Assist (HBA)* – The High Beam Assist
is designed to automatically adjust the headlight
range by switching between high and low beams
based on light detected from oncoming vehicles
and road conditions.
When switch is in the AUTO position and the vehicle’s ignition
or the Engine Start /Stop button* is on, the High Beam Assist
will operate. To turn HBA off, change the switch setting.
AUTO Light position – 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.
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:
•Headlights are on
•Parking brake is applied
•Fog lights are on
•Engine is turned off
Turn Signals & Fog Lights*
To o p e r a t e :
•Tu r n Signals - Move lever Up/Down for Right /
Left Turn Signal
•Fog Lights - Press switch A to turn Fog
Lights ON/OFF
One-Touch Lane Change Signal is activated by
briefly pressing 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 (3/5/7) the Lane
Change Signal blinks, go to User Settings Mode
in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes.REMINDERS:
•
High Beam Assist does not operate below certain speeds, or in some lighting and driving conditions. Please be aware of your surroundings and exercise proper road etiquette when operating a vehicle while using the high beams
•HBA will operate when vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph
•
If the lever is pushed away from you while HBA is operational, HBA will turn off and the high beams will be on continuously. If the lever is pulled toward you while HBA is operational, HBA will turn off
•If the light switch is switched to the headlight position, HBA will turn off and low beams will be on continuously
•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 turned on
REMINDER: Headlights must be ON for Fog Light operation.
ASTEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS

CENTER PANEL
CENTERPANEL
Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting
P: Park
R: Reverse
N: Neutral
D: Drive (ECO Mode)
D: Drive, left gate (Sport Mode)
[+]: Manual Sport Mode Upshift
[–]: Manual Sport Mode Downshift
Manual Sport Mode: To enter Manual Sport Mode, move shift lever from D to left gate.
When in Manual Sport Mode, if the shift lever is not moved up or down, then the vehicle will
automatically shift gears. To shift while in Manual Sport mode, move shift lever up [+] to
upshift or down [–] to downshift. See page 10 for more information on the Drive Modes.
MANUAL SPORT
ECO
SPORT
Dual Clutch Transmission
The Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT ) gives the driving feel of a manual transmission, yet provides
the ease of a fully automatic transmission.
The following are unique driving tips for the Dual Clutch Transmission:
– To hold the vehicle stationary on an incline, the service brake or parking brake MUST be used
or the gear shift MUST be in the (P) Park position. If the vehicle is held stationary by applying
the accelerator pedal on a slope, the clutch/transmission may overheat, resulting in damage
– Avoid aggressive launches on steep grades as this may result in an overheated clutch and
transmission
– A slight time lag may be experienced at takeoff from standstill during aggressive acceleration
maneuvers
– If the clutch is overheating, the first warning, an amber-colored warning light ,
will be displayed in the instrument cluster. When indicator turns red, reduce speed, pull
over and place the vehicle in Park until it cools
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for additional information on DCT operation or call Kia Consumer Affairs for additional information.
REMINDER: When in Manual mode, pulling the left and right paddle shifters at the same time will NOT shift gears.
Paddle Shifters*
Paddle Shifters are operable when the shift lever is moved into the left gate of the D position (manual sport mode).
Paddle Shifting: Pull the [+] or
[-] paddle shifter once to shift
up or down one gear.
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes.www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
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Sportmatic® Shifting Video
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for additional information
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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 B. 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 B down, with the
ignition switch in the ON position. Ensure that the
indicator light i s O F F.
AUTO
HOLD
(Located on Center Panel)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
•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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B
Image is for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.
Auto Hold temporarily maintains the vehicle at 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. Auto
Hold can be turned On/Off using the AUTO HOLD button A on the
center panel below the gear shift. Before Auto Hold will operate,
the driver’s door, engine hood and liftgate must be closed, and the
driver’s seat belt must be fastened.
The AUTO HOLD indicator on the Instrument Cluster has four
states:
White: Standby – When vehicle is in Park and at a standstill, and
AUTO HOLD button A is pressed 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 button A is manually pressed
Off or when the EPB is manually turned On.
Yellow: Malfunction – When the indicator
is illuminated yellow, there may be a system
malfunction. Take your vehicle to a local Kia dealer.
Auto Hold*
REMINDERS:
•
Auto Hold only operates when vehicle is in Drive or Neutral
•
To reduce the risk of an accident, do not activate Auto Hold while driving downhill, backing up or parking your vehicle
•
Do not solely rely on the Auto Hold system to keep the vehicle stopped. Always pay attention to traf fic and road conditions, and be prepared to depress the brakes
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes.www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
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Electric Parking Brake Video
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
CENTER PANEL
CENTERPANEL
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(up to 60,000 miles)AMAINTENANCE INTERVALS (MILES)
MAINTENANCE ITEMS7, 5 0 015,00022,50030,0003 7, 5 0 045,00052,50060,000
Add fuel additiveCPPPPPPPP
Rotate tiresPPPPPPPP
Engine oil and filter RRRRRRRR
Climate control air filterRRRR
Vacuum hoseIIIIIII
Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint, upper arm ball jointIIII
Drive shafts and bootsIIII
Suspension mounting boltsIIII
Air conditioner refrigerantIIII
Exhaust pipe and mufflerIIII
Air cleaner filterIIIRIIIR
Engine clutch actuator fluidRR
HSG beltDI
Brake fluidII
Brake lines, hoses and lineIII
Front brake discs/pads, calipersIIII
Fuel tank air filterEII
Parking brakeII
Engine clutch actuator hose and linesIII
Vapor hose and fuel filler capII
Rear brake discs/padsIIII
Fuel cap, fuel lines, fuel hoses and connectionsII
Dual clutch transmission fluidII
‡ If equipped.A . See the Owner’s Manual for complete maintenance schedule.B. And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.C. 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.D. 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 replace
E. Both the fuel filter & fuel tank air filter are generally considered to be maintenance free, depending on fuel quality being used. However, periodic inspection is recommended. If your vehicle is having issues like fuel flow restriction, power surging, loss of power, difficulty starting, etc., replace the fuel filter immediately and consult an authorized Kia dealer for service.See your Owner’s Manual for more details and complete maintenance information, including severe maintenance schedule. Warranty may be voided if maintenance schedule is not followed.
Check your Maintenance Schedule or schedule an appointment with a dealer using your UVO link* account by logging into UVO link App or your account on https://owners.Kia.com (See page 39 for setup information)
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