2021 KIA STINGER warning light

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ADAS(Button located on driver’s panel, left of the steering wheel)
(Blind-spot area monitoring)
( Vehicle approaching at high speed monitoring)
Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)†6
Blind-Spot Collision Warning uses rear corner radar sensors in the rear bumper
to monitor and warn the driver if it detects an approaching vehicle in the driver’s
blind spot area and before changing lanes.
The system will activate when the vehicle is traveling
more than 20 mph and will alert the driver if another
vehicle is detected by the radar sensor.
With the Engine Start /Stop button in the ON position,
press the BCW button A to turn the system ON. The
button light will illuminate. The outside rearview mirror
warning lights will also illuminate for 3 seconds.
1st-stage warning: When another vehicle is detected within the BCW warning
boundary B, a yellow indicator will illuminate on the outside rearview mirrors C.
2nd-stage warning: When 1st stage warning is on and the driver activates a
turn signal, a flashing yellow indicator will illuminate on the outside rearview
mirrors and the system will sound an alert.
REMINDERS:
§ BCW will not issue a warning if the vehicle speed is 6 mph or more above the surrounding vehicles
§ When BCW is ON and the ignition is cycled, BCW returns to its previous state
§
BCW and RCCW are supplemental systems. Do not solely rely on these systems and always pay attention the road and its conditions and drive safely.
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
REMINDERS:
§ The RCCA Warning sound can be adjusted in the User Settings* or the Vehicle Settings* on the audio head unit
§ When vehicle power is cycled, RCCA will remain in the previous state RCCA can be turned OFF/ON in User Settings
§ RCCA will show a warning if the approaching vehicle speed is between 2.5-22 mph within sensing range. See owner’s manual for other conditions
§ RCCA is a supplemental system. Do not solely rely on this system and always pay attention to the road and its conditions
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW)†6
If Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW ) sensors detect vehicles approaching from the rear left or rear
right side D, the system will sound an audible alert, the warning indicators on the outside rearview mirror will
illuminate and a message will appear on the LCD screen. RCCA may activate the Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) to help avoid an imminent collision. RCCA may temporarily apply braking power when an approaching
vehicle is detected within a certain distance next to or behind the vehicle.
RCCW is designed to operate under these conditions:
§ When the vehicle is in Reverse
§ When the vehicle is moving less than 6 mph
A
B
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.D
C
BLIND-SPOT COLLISION WARNING VIDEO
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§ BCW will activate when:
§ The system is turned on
§ Vehicle speed is above approximately 20 mph
§ Other vehicles are detected on the rear sides of the vehicle
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ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)

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DRIVER’S PANEL
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DRIVER’S PANEL
REMINDER: When pressed C, the rear window controls for the Rear Passenger Windows are disabled
Button configuration may vary depending on vehicle model.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
A Pull/Press to operate driver and front passenger’s window auto up/down
B Press to unlock /lock all doors
C Press to disable the rear passenger window controls
Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock
A
B
CE
DF
D
§ Press button A again to stop Auto Up/Down function
§ Auto Door Lock /Unlock* will engage when gear shift is moved in to or out of the P (Park) position
§
To turn Auto Door Lock /Unlock* OFF, go to User Settings* in the LCD Instrument Cluster Modes
§ While driving with the rear windows down or with the sunroof* in an open or partially open position, a wind buffeting or pulsation noise may be heard. This noise is a normal occurrence and can be reduced or eliminated by the following:
– If the noise occurs with one or both of the rear windows down, partially lower both front windows approximately 1 inch
– If the noise occurs with the sunroof open, slightly reduce the size of the sunroof opening
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Power Folding Outside Mirrors
D Press the L or R buttons to select the mirror to adjust
E Press button arrows left /right or up/down to adjust mirror position
F Toggle button left /right to unfold/fold the outside rearview mirrors
F Toggle button to center to automatically fold/unfold mirrors when:
§ Smart Key lock /unlock buttons are pressed
§ Outside door handle button is pressed
§ Driver approaches the vehicle with the Smart Key
(if activated in User Settings)
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
REMINDERS:
§ When the mirror toggle button is in the center, press the lock button twice on the Smart Key to automatically fold mirrors when exiting vehicle
§ To lock the mirror position, toggle button to the neutral (center) position
§ The mirrors will automatically unfold when the Smart Key is within close proximity to the vehicle (if activated in User Settings)
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
One-touchLane ChangeSignal
To operate:
§ Move lever up/down for right /left turn signal
§ Slightly move lever up/down to activate one-
touch lane change signal
Turn Signals (refer to image on page 30)
REMINDERS:
§ 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 the lane change signal blinks (3/5/7), go to User Settings in the LCD instrument cluster modes For more information on the User Settings Mode, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
P
R
N
D
AUTO
HOLD
DRIVE MODE
OFF
OFF
P
(GT steering wheel illustration shown)
(GT steering wheel illustration shown)
REMINDER: If the steering wheel becomes too warm, turn the system off. The heated steering wheel may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.
REMINDER: To prevent discharge from the battery, do not adjust when the engine is OFF.
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel*† 26
To adjust the Steering Wheel manually, push the lock-release lever D down and adjust to the desired angle B and distance C.
When finished, pull the lock-release lever D up to lock Steering
Wheel in place.
A
D
E
C
B
§ It may be helpful to pull/push the bottom of the Steering Wheel towards/away from you to adjust desired distance prior to adjusting the angle
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Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving as this may cause you to lose control of the vehicle. See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving as this may cause you to lose control of the vehicle. See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Adjust the steering wheel angle B and position C with the
switch A on the steering column. Move the steering wheel so it
points towards your chest, not toward your face. Make sure
you can see the instrument panel warning lights and gauges.
After adjusting, push the steering wheel both up and down
to be certain it is locked in position. Always adust the
position of the steering wheel before driving.
Heated Steering Wheel*
While the Engine Start /Stop button is in the ON
position, press E to turn the steering wheel heater
ON. The button indicator will illuminate.
The steering wheel heater will turn off automatically
in 30 minutes, or when the button is pressed again
to deactivate.
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AUDIO SYSTEMS
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AUDIO SYSTEMS
Android Auto™
Setting up Android Auto™:
1. From an Android Auto™ compatible device, download the Android Auto™
app from the Google Play™ Store† 12
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 audio head unit’s control panel
2. Press the Phone Projection button or Device Connection, select Android Auto™ then select ENABLE
ANDROID AUTO. Review all terms, conditions and requests on the head unit and phone, and, if you agree,
accept them in order to use 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
Apple CarPlay®
Setting up and starting Apple CarPlay®:
1. On the head unit, press the SETUP key
2. Press the Phone Projection button or Device Connection, select Apple CarPlay® then select ENABLE
APPLE CARPL AY. Review all terms, conditions and requests on the head unit and phone, and, if you agree,
accept them in order to use Apple CarPlay®
3. Connect the Apple CarPlay® compatible iPhone†15 with the vehicle’s Multimedia USB port using the
manufacturer’s cable provided with your iPhone
4. From the vehicle’s home screen, select the Apple CarPlay® button, where you’ll see all the Apple CarPlay®
supported apps
Android AutoTM† 3 / Apple CarPlay® Setup†4
For further UVO eServices operation, refer to the Car Multimedia System User's Manual.
For other audio system information, refer to pages 26-31.
REMINDERS:
§ Android Auto compatibility requirements: 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)
§ It is recommended to always update your phone to the latest operating system release
§ Using an approved USB cable provided by your smartphone manufacture is recommended
§ Using unapproved USB cables may cause a phone projection error or a system malfunction, black screen, no sound, disconnection, etc.
§ Phone projection may not work due to a defect in the phone
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Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe bodily injury, and death. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and 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 which are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle
If Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® Randomly Disconnects:
§ Ensure the USB cable is certified by the phone manufacturer for both power and data
§ Clean the phone’s port, which the USB cable connects to, with disposable compressed air
§ The Phone should not be disturbed while driving as this can cause a disconnection at the phone’s USB port
§ Visit the phone manufacturer’s website for Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® app concerns
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CENTER PANEL
1. Enable Wireless Charging in the User Settings, Convenience menu
2. Slide open tray cover A. Place compatible smartphone on the center of the
charging pad B
3. Indicator light C may change to amber once the wireless charging begins
4. Once charging is complete, the orange light C may change to green
(Located in center console in front of gearshift)
REMINDERS:
§ If driver door is opened, charging will be disabled. All doors must be closed
§ The smartphone must be a compatible phone with QI function available
§ Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area
§ Wireless charging technology allows for a device to be charged using inductive charging. See your Owner’s Manual for more detailed information and the back page for legal disclaimers
§ Inductive charging systems are less ef ficient than conventional charging through cable. As a result, higher device operating temperatures may be experienced during use
§ Charging Performance – Device position on the wireless charging system can affect charging performance. Other factors that may affect the charging rate includes foreign objects, such as coins or pens, and phone case thickness
12V180WAUX USB
A
B
C
Wireless Smartphone Charging System
WIRELESS CHARGING VIDEO
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See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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For wireless charging to occur, all doors (excluding rear hatch) must be closed and the Smart Key Fob must be detected inside the vehicle
§ For best results, place smart-phone on the center of the charging pad
§ If wireless charging does not work, move smartphone around the pad until the charging indicator turns amber.
§ Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area
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P
R
N
D
AUTO
HOLD
DRIVE MODE
OFFOFF
P
A
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE / AUTO HOLD VIDEO
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Pull up and hold EPB switch again to increase brake pressure if parked on a decline or incline
§ 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
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See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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 Brake (EPB)*
REMINDERS:
§ The EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is turned ON
§ If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily or remains continuously 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. These conditions are normal and indicate that the EPB is functioning properly
§ EPB will not release unless the hood, liftgate and all doors are closed and seat belts are fastened
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CENTER PANEL
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Smart Power Liftgate*† 18 (Continued)
REMINDERS:
§
Smart Power Liftgate may be damaged if attempting to open or close manually
§ If going through a car wash, remind the attendant to keep the vehicle in Neutral (N) and keep the engine running. Also, disable the Smart Power Liftgate lid control using the button inside the glove compartment, turn off the auto rain-sensing wipers and fold in the mirrors
§ When not in use, keep the Liftgate Lid Control button in the OFF position
§ Ensure all obstacles are out of the way of the Liftgate lid when operating the Smart Power Liftgate
A
KIA KEY FOB VIDEO
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See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
§ The Liftgate must be unlocked before it can be opened by the Liftgate Release button
§ The Liftgate unlocks automatically and then can be opened manually when the Smart Key is within close proximity to the back of the vehicle
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Opening with no-touch activation:
When the Smart Key fob is on your person and you are within close proximity
of the back of the vehicle, 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.
Smart Key:
Using the Smart Key fob to automatically to open
the Smart Power Liftgate*, press and hold the
Smart Key Liftgate button A. Press again and
hold to close.
OTHER KEY FE AT URE S
OTHER KEY FEATURES
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