
Wipers and washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-126
• Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-126
• Front windshield washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-128
Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-129
• Automatic turn off function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-129
• Room lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-129
• Map lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-130
• Liftgate room lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-131
• Vanity mirror lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-131
• Glove box lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-131
• Door courtesy lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-132
Welcome system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-133
• Headlight (Headlamp) escort function . . . . . . . . . . 4-133
• Interior light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-133
• Pocket lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-133
Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-134
• Rear window defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-134
Automatic climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . 4-135
• Automatic heating and air conditioning . . . . . . . . . 4-136
• Manual heating and air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . 4-138
• System operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-145
• Climate control air filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-147• Checking the amount of air conditioner
refrigerant and compressor lubricant . . . . . . . . . . 4-148
• Air Conditioning refrigerant label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-149
Windshield defrosting and defogging . . . . . . . . . 4-150
• Automatic climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-150
• Defogging logic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-151
• Automatic ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-153
• Smart ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-154
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-155
• Center console storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-155
• Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15\
5
• Sunglass holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-156
Interior features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-157
• Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-157
• Seat warmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-158
• Air ventilation seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-159
• Sunvisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-\
160
• Power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-161
• USB charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-162
• Wireless smart phone charging system . . . . . . . . . . 4-162
• Coat hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16\
6
• Floor mat anchor (s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-167
• Luggage net (holder) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-168
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10 4
Transmitter precautions
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work if any of following occurs:
You exceed the operating distance
limit (about 32.8 feet [10 m]).
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Features of your vehicle
10 4
Transmitter precautions
The smart key will not
work if any of following occurs:
You exceed the operating distance
limit (about 32.8 feet [10 m]).
The battery in the smart key is
weak.
Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal.
The weather is extremely cold.
The smart key is close to a radio
transmitter such as a radio station
or an airport which can interfere
with normal operation of the trans-
mitter.
If the smart key does not work cor-
rectly, you may lock and unlock the
door with the mechanical key. If you
have a problem with the smart key,
contact an authorized Kia dealer. If the transmitter is in close proxim-
ity to your cell phone or smart
phone, the signal from the trans-
mitter could be blocked by normal
operation of your cell phone or
smart phone. This is especially
important when the phone is active
such as making calls, receiving
calls, text messaging, and/or send-
ing/receiving emails.
Avoid placing the transmitter and
your cell phone or smart phone in
the same pants or jacket pocket
and maintain adequate distance
between the two devices.This device complies with Part 15
of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2. This device must accept any inter-
ference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired
operation.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment. If the keyless entry
system is inoperative due to changes
or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance, it will not be cov-
ered by your manufacturer’s vehicle
warranty.
CAUTION - Transmitter
damage
Do not drop, wet or expose the
keyless entry system transmit-
ter to heat or sunlight.

Features of your vehicle
26 4
Press the power liftgate close but-
ton for approximately one second
when the liftgate is opened.
The liftgate will close and lock
automatically.
Power liftgate Non-Opening or
Closing Conditions :
The power liftgate will not open or
close automatically, when the vehi-
cle is moving more than 2 mph (3
km/h).
The power liftgate can be operated
when the engine is not running.
However, the power liftgate opera-
tion consumes large amounts of
vehicle electric power. To prevent
the battery from draining, do not
operate it excessively (e.g., more
than approximately 10 times
repeatedly).
Do not modify or repair any part of
the power liftgate by yourself. This
must be done by an authorized Kia
dealer.
Before jacking up the vehicle to
change a tire or repair the vehicle,
open the power liftgate. Do not
operate the power liftgate when the
vehicle is raised or this could
cause the power liftgate to operate
improperly. If there are obstacles such as
snow on the power liftgate, it may
not open automatically. After
removing the obstacle, try to open
it again.
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Features of your vehicle
There are some conditions that can
cause changes to the vehicle mag-
nets, such as installing a ski rack or
a CB antenna. Body repair work on
the vehicle can also cause changes
to the vehicle's magnetic field. In
these situations, the compass will
need to be re-calibrated to quickly
correct for these changes. To re-cali-
brate the compass:
1. Press and hold the button for
more than 6 seconds. When the
compass memory is cleared, a "C"
will appear in the display.
2. To calibrate the compass, drive the
vehicle in 2 complete circles at
less than 5 mph (8 km/h).Integrated HomeLink®Wireless
Control System
The HomeLink
®Wireless Control
System provides a convenient way to
replace up to three hand-held radio-
frequency (RF) transmitters with a
single built-in device. This innovative
feature will learn the radio frequency
codes of most current transmitters to
operate devices such as gate opera-
tors, garage door openers, entry
door locks, security systems, even
home lighting. Both standard and
rolling code-equipped transmitters
can be programmed by following the
outlined procedures. Additional
HomeLink
®information can be found
at: www.homelink.com or by calling
1-800-355-3515.
❈HomeLink
®is a registered trade-
mark of Johnson Controls, Inc.Retain the original transmitter of the
RF device you are programming for
use in other vehicles as well as for
future HomeLink
®programming. It is
also suggested that upon the sale of
the vehicle, the programmed
HomeLink
®buttons be erased for
security purposes.

4105
Features of your vehicle
Description
The Head Up Display is a transpar-
ent display which projects some
information of the instrument cluster
and navigation on the windshield
glass. The Head Up Display image on the
windshield glass may not be visible
when:
- Sitting posture prevents visibility.
- Wearing polarized sunglasses.
- There is an object on the cover of
the head up display.
- Driving on a wet road.
- Lighting is turned on inside the
vehicle.
- Any light comes from the outside.
- Wearing inadequate glasses for
your eyesight.
If the Head Up Display image is not
shown well, adjust the height, rota-
tion or illumination of the Head Up
Display in the LCD window.
❈For more details, refer to “LCD
window” in this chapter.
When the Head Up Display needs
inspection or repair, consult an
authorized Kia dealer.
Do not place any accessories on
the dashboard or attach any
objects on the windshield glass.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
Installing window tint or any other
type of metallic coating on the wind-
shield can prevent the driver from
seeing the Head Up Display images.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
When replacing the front wind-
shield glass of vehicles equipped
with the head up display, replace it
with a windshield glass designed for
the Head Up Display operation.
Otherwise, duplicated images may
be displayed on the windshield glass.
HEAD UP DISPLAY (HUD) (IF EQUIPPED)
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WARNING - Head Up
Display
The Head Up Display is a sup-
plemental system. Do not solely
rely on the system, always drive
safely, and pay attention to the
driving conditions on the road.

Features of your vehicle
108 4
Non-operational conditions of
Reverse Parking Distance
Warning
Reverse Parking Distance
Warning may not operate properly
when:
1. Moisture is frozen to the sensor. (It
will operate normally when the
moisture has been cleared.)
2. The sensor is covered with foreign
matter, such as snow or water, or
the sensor cover is blocked. (It will
operate normally when the materi-
al is removed or the sensor is no
longer blocked.)
3. Driving on uneven road surfaces
(unpaved roads, gravel, bumps,
gradient).
4. Objects generating excessive
noise (vehicle horns, loud motor-
cycle engines, or truck air brakes)
are within range of the sensor.
5. Heavy rain or water spray exists.
6. Wireless transmitters or mobile
phones are within range of the
sensor.
7. The sensor is covered with snow.
8. Trailer towingThe detecting range may decrease
when:
1. The sensor is stained with foreign
matter such as snow or water.
(The sensing range will return to
normal when removed.)
2. Outside air temperature is
extremely hot or cold.
The following objects may not be
recognized by the sensor:
1. Sharp or slim objects such as
ropes, chains or small poles.
2. Objects which tend to absorb the
sensor frequency such as clothes,
spongy material or snow.
3. Undetectable objects smaller than
1 m (40 in.) in height and narrower
than 14 cm (6 in.) in diameter.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
The indicator may differ from the
illustration as objects or sensors sta-
tus.
If the indicator blinks, the system
should be checked by an authorized
Kia dealer.
When an object is 120 cm
to 61 cm (47 in. to 24 in.)
from the rear bumper:
Buzzer beeps intermittently.
When an object is 60 cm to
31 cm (23 in. to 12 in.) from
the rear bumper:
Buzzer beeps more frequently.
When an object is within
30 cm (11 in.) of the rear
bumper:
Buzzer sounds continuously.
Types of warning soundIndicator*
* if equipped

4113
Features of your vehicle
✽ ✽
NOTICE
• This system can only sense objects
within the range and location of
the sensors; It can not detect
objects in other areas where sen-
sors are not installed. Also, small
or slim objects, such as poles or
objects located between sensors
may not be detected by the sen-
sors. Always visually check behind
the vehicle when backing up.
• Be sure to inform any drivers of
the vehicle that may be unfamiliar
with the system regarding the sys-
tems capabilities and limitations.
Non-operational conditions of
Parking Distance Warning
Parking Distance Warning may
not operate when:
1. Moisture is frozen to the sensor. (It
will operate normally when the ice
melts.)
2. Sensor is covered with foreign
matter, such as snow or water, or
the sensor cover is blocked. (It will
operate normally when the materi-
al is removed or the sensor is no
longer blocked.)
3. Driving on uneven road surfaces
such as unpaved roads, gravel,
bumps, or gradient.
4. Objects generating excessive
noise such as vehicle horns, loud
motorcycle engines, or truck air
brakes can interfere with the sen-
sor.
5. The weather conditions produce
heavy rain or water spray.
6. Wireless transmitters or mobile
phones present near the sensor.
Detecting range may decrease
when:
1. Outside air temperature is
extremely hot or cold.
2. The sensor is covered with foreign
matter such as snow or water.
(The sensing range will return to
normal when removed.)
The following objects may not be
recognized by the sensor:
1. Sharp or slim objects such as
ropes, chains or small poles.
2. Objects, which tend to absorb sen-
sor frequency such as clothes,
spongy material or snow.
3. Undetectable objects smaller than
4 in. (1 m) and narrower than 5.5
in. (14 cm) in diameter.

Features of your vehicle
122 4
The high beam switches to low beam
in the following conditions:
- When High Beam Assist (HBA)
system is off.
- When the light switch is not in the
AUTO position.
- When the headlamp is detected
from the on-coming vehicle.
- When the tail lamp is detected
from the front vehicle.
- When the surrounding is bright
enough that high beams are not
needed.
- When streetlights or other lights
are detected.
- When vehicle speed is below 15
mph (24 km/h).
- When headlamp / taillamp of bicy-
cle/motorcycle is detectedThe system may not operate in the
following conditions:
When the light from a vehicle is not
detected because of lamp dam-
age, or because it is hidden from
sight, etc.
When the lamp of a vehicle is cov-
ered with dust, snow or water.
When the light from a vehicle is not
detected because of exhaust fume,
smoke, fog, snow, etc.
When the front window is covered
with foreign matters such as ice,
dust, fog, or is damaged.
When there is a similar shape lamp
with the front vehicle’s lamps.
When it is hard to see because of
fog, heavy rain or snow.
When the headlamp is not repaired
or replaced at an authorized deal-
er.
When headlamp aiming is not
properly adjusted.
When driving on a narrow curved
road or rough road. When driving downhill or uphill.
When only part of the vehicle in
front is visible on a crossroad or
curved road.
When there is a traffic light, reflect-
ing sign, flashing sign or mirror.
When the road conditions are bad
such as being wet or covered with
snow.
When the front vehicle’s head-
lamps are off but the fog lamps on.
When a vehicle suddenly appears
from a curve.
When the vehicle is tilted from a
flat tire or being towed.
When Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
system warning light illuminates. (if
equipped)