2021 KIA TELLURIDE warning light

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VEHICLE SET TINGS
VEHICLE SETTINGS
Vehicle Settings* (Audio Head Unit Screen)
To enter the Vehicle Settings mode in the audio head unit screen, press the SETUP key. Then press
VEHICLE, which will take you to the Vehicle Settings screen. Use the touchscreen to navigate through
the menus.
Vehicle Settings modes:
Drive Mode: Drive Mode Change Alert (Detailed Alert,
Simple Alert, None)
Climate: Auto Defog System, Rear Climate Controls,
Automatic Ventilation
Lights: Ambient Light – Brightness, Color
Seat/Steering Wheel: Seat Position Change Alert, Heated/
Ventilated Features > Auto Comfort Control (Steering Wheel
Warmer, Seat Warmer/ Ventilation)Vehicle Settings
Drive Mode
Drive Mode Change AlertDetailed Alert
Climate
Lights
Seats/Steering
Menu
When Service Interval Mode is activated and set, and vehicle service is
required, the LCD will display the message Service Required and the
remaining days/miles until service is due.
Service Interval Mode ON and Interval Setting
To activate Service Interval Mode and set the interval, press the Mode button
A, scroll to User Settings and press Select /Reset (OK ) button B to enter.
Then press the OK button B up/down to scroll to Service Mode and again
to enter. Press OK button B up/down to select the option to set the interval.
Adjust interval and press OK button B to save. To reset the Service Mode
system, press and hold the OK button B for more than 1 second.
Service Interval Mode Off
To turn Service Required OFF, go to User Settings and scroll to Service Interval
Mode, press OK button
B to enter. Select option to deactivate and press OK
button B to save.
Service Interval Mode
LCD DISPLAY:
MAINTENANCE VIDEO
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See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide.
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DRIVER’S PANEL
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)†8 /
Traction Control System (TCS)†8
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is designed to help
stabilize the vehicle during certain cornering maneuvers.
The Traction Control System ( TCS) can help improve traction.
It is a good idea to keep both ESC and TCS turned on
for daily driving whenever possible.
Press the ESC button
B to turn the Traction Control System OFF/ON.
To turn both Electronic Stability Control and the Traction Control System OFF,
press and hold the ESC button for more than 3 seconds. Press again to turn ON.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY
CONTROL (ESC) VIDEO
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REMINDERS:
§ ESC is active by default at vehicle startup. When ignition is cycled, ESC will turn ON again
§ The ESC indicator light in the instrument cluster will be lit momentarily whenever ESC is active
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)†8
REMINDERS:
§ HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in P (Park) or N
(Neutral) position
§ HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while the
vehicle is stopped on an incline
§ In the event of HAC system malfunction, see an Authorized
Kia Dealer for service
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) is designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards when accelerating from
a stop while on a steep incline.
HAC automatically activates whether ESC is OFF or ON but does NOT activate when ESC has
malfunctioned.

§ When HAC is active (e.g., during initial acceleration from a stop
on an incline), you may notice that the brakes will momentarily
remain engaged after you depress the accelerator
§ HAC provides a two-second delay before the vehicle may start
rolling backwards
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Instrument Cluster Control (Instrument Panel Dimmer)
With the Engine Start /Stop button on or the parking lights/headlights on, press A (+) or (-) to adjust the
brightness of the instrument panel illumination.
(Button located on driver’s panel, left of the steering wheel)
ABSee section 4 in the Owner’s
Manual for more information.
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
DRIVER’S PANEL
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CENTER PANEL
CENTER PANEL
The Parking Distance Warning-Reverse /Forward
System* D is a supplemental system that is
designed to assist the driver by chiming if an object
is detected within the sensing areas in the front or
rear of the vehicle when parking or backing up.
When the Engine Start /Stop button is ON and the
shift lever is in R (Reverse), the system is activated
and the Parking Distance Warning-Reverse/
Forward System* button indicator is illuminated.
REMINDERS:
§ If the vehicle is moving at speeds over 6 mph, the system may not activate
§ When more than two objects are sensed at the same time, the closest one will be recognized first
§ The Parking Distance Warning-Reverse/Forward System* is not a substitute for proper and safe
backing-up procedures. Always drive safely and use caution when backing up. The Parking
Assist System may not detect every object behind or in front of the vehicle
(Rear sensors indicated)
Parking Distance Warning - Reverse/Forward System *†6
(Button below gear shift on
center console)
D
Wireless Smartphone Charging System *
1. Enable Wireless Charging in the User Settings
2. Lift open the tray cover (center console, in front of gear shift)
A
3. Place a compatible smartphone on the center of the charging pad B
4. The indicator light C may change to amber once wireless charging begins
5. Once charging is complete, the amber light
C may change to green
REMINDERS:
§ If any door is opened, charging will be disabled
§ 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
§ This vehicle is equipped with wireless charging technology which allows for a device
to be charged using inductive charging ; however , device compatibility varies. See the
O wner’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 – Your d evice’s 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
WIRELESS CHARGING
VIDEO
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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 the smartphone on the center of the charging pad
§ If wireless charging does not work, move the 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
QUICK TIPS
A
BC
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more
information.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual
for more information.
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CENTER PANEL
CENTER PANEL
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
i s O F F.
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
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 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
ELECTRONIC PARKING /
AUTO HOLD VIDEO
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§ Pull up and hold the EPB switch again
to increase brake pressu re 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 mo re than 3 seconds
for a firmer EPB application
QUICK TIPS
A
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Headlight position
Parking Light position
AUTOAuto Light /DRL /
High Beam Assist*
OFFOFF position
To operate front wipers & washers:
§ Move lever up/down to change wiper modes
M I S T: Single wipe LO: Slow wipe
OFF: Wiper off HI: Fast wipe
INT*/AUTO*: Intermittent*/Auto Rain Sensing*
§ Pull to spray and wipe
To operate rear wipers & washers:
§ Rotate Rear Wiper switch to change Wiper modes
§ Push lever to spray and wipe
Auto Rain Sensing*
The rain sensor located on the upper end of the windshield glass
is designed to sense the amount of rainfall and control the wiping
cycle for the proper interval. The more it rains, the faster the wiper
operates. When the rain stops, the wiper stops.
To turn ON the auto rain sensing wipers, move lever up/down to AUTO. To adjust the auto rain sensing
wiper speed setting, move the speed control switch
A up/down.
M I S T: Single wipe
OFF: Wiper off
IN T */AU TO: Intermittent*/Auto Rain Sensing*
LO: Slow wipe
HI: Fast wipe
HI
LO
OFF
Front & Rear Windshield Wipers & Washers
§ When the Engine Start /Stop button is in the ON position and the wiper switch is in AUTO mode, the wiper will automatically
operate once to perform a self-check of the system
§ Set the wiper to the OFF position when the wiper is not in use
§
Moving lever to HI increases intermittent wipe frequency and wipe speed. Moving lever to LO decreases frequency of wipes
§ Pressing button
A up increases Intermittent wipe frequency and wipe speed. Pressing button A down decreases frequency of wipes
§ On Rear Wipers, intermittent wipe function is not adjustable
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WIPER SERVICE
MODE VIDEO
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A
To lift the windshield wipers to clean the windshield, inspect or replace wiper
blades or raise the wipers in snow/ice conditions without damaging the hood,
the blades need to be moved to the service position
C.
With the ignition ON, turn the ignition OFF, and within 20 seconds move the
wiper switch up to the MIST position
B and hold the switch for more than
two seconds until the wiper blade is in the fully up position.
To return wipers to the normal position, turn the ignition ON, then activate MIST.
Image for illustrative purposes only.
See section 7 in the Owner’s Manual for more
information.
Lifting Wipers (Wiper Service Mode)
C
B
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
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Opening with no-touch activation:
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.
Smart Key:
To open the Smart Power Liftgate*, press and hold the Smart Key Liftgate
button
E until the Liftgate begins opening. Press again and hold to close.
Power Liftgate Height Adjustment:
For your convenience, the liftgate opening height is adjustable. To program the
opening height, perform the following:
1. Open liftgate and manually position the liftgate to your preferred opening height
2. Depress and hold the close button on the liftgate for 3 seconds or more
3. Once the system sounds the alert that the programming
is complete, manually close the liftgate
Power Liftgate Opening/Closing Speed Setting:
Go to the User Settings
in the Instrument Cluster. Select Door, then Power
Liftgate Speed, and select Fast or Normal.
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Smart Power Liftgate * (Continued)
REMINDERS:
§ Smart Power Liftgate may be damaged if attempting to open or close manually
§ When not in use, keep the Liftgate Lid Control button in the OFF position
§ 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
§ Ensure all obstacles are out of the way of the liftgate lid when operating the Smart Power Liftgate
§ The default liftgate opening/closing speed is set to fast
§ The liftgate opening/closing speed setting cannot be changed when the Power Liftgate function is turned off or if the liftgate is not
completely closed
HOLDHOLD
KIA KEY FOB
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§ 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 vehicle
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OTHER KEY FEATURES
E
OTHER KEY FE AT URE SSee section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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Map/Room Lamps
Automatic Turn Off Function
The interior lights automatically turn off approximately 20 seconds after the Engine Start /Stop button is
turned OFF.
Map/Room Lamp Operation
Map Lamps – These lights produce spot beams for convenient use as map lamps or as personal lamps for
the driver or the front passenger. Press the buttons
A to turn the map lamps ON/OFF.
Room button – Press the button
B to turn the front and rear lamps ON/OFF.
Door button – When the Door button
C is pressed the front and rear lamps will turn ON as follows:
§ When a door is opened or doors are unlocked with the Smart Key, the lamps will turn ON for approximately
30 seconds
§ If the Engine Start /Stop button is in the ACC/OFF
position and a door is open, the lamps will stay ON
for approximately 20 minutes
§ If the Engine Start /Stop button is in the ACC/ON
position and a door is open, the lamps will stay ON
The lamps will turn OFF immediately if the Engine Start /
Stop button is turned ON or all doors are locked.
REMINDER: When room lamp lens is pressed ON it will remain ON,
even when the map lamp switch is in the OFF position.
UVO
FRONT REAR
ONOFFDOOR
See
section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
§ 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
QUICK TIPS
OTHER KEY FEATURES
A
CB
A
OTHER KEY FE AT URE S
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Sunvisor† 24
Use the sunvisor to shield direct light through the front or side windows.
Slide the sunvisor out and adjust as needed.
REMINDERS:
§ Sunvisor may not shield all direct light
§ Sunvisor may impair visibility if not adjusted properly
§
Be aware of seating position when adjusting or
swinging sunvisor around to or from the front or side
windows
§
Do not operate the vehicle if the sunvisor is impairing
your visibility
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY FE AT URE S
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Hood Release Lever and Latch
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
Closing the Hood:
Lower the hood about halfway and then press down to securely lock in place.
REMINDERS:
§ While lowering and closing, keep hands away from under the Hood
§ 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
§ Make sure the hood is securely closed before driving
(Located on Driver side kick panel) (Located inside of Hood’s center)
AB
B
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