2023 KIA NIRO Features and Functions Guide

Power Liftgate*†1 9
Opening from Inside the Vehicle:
Press and hold the Power Liftgate Open/Close button A to automatically open/close the Liftgate
Smart Key:
To open the Power Liftgate, press and hold the Liftgate button B until the Liftgate begins to open Press and hold again to automatically close
Opening from Outside the Vehicle:
To open the Power Liftgate automatically, press the Rear Hatch Release button C on the exterior of the Liftgate
Automatically close by pressing the Power Liftgate Close button D
Power Liftgate Opening Height Adjustment
The height setting of a fully opened liftgate (tailgate) can be adjusted by the following steps:
1 Position the liftgate manually to the preferred height
2 Press the Power Liftgate Close button D more than 3 seconds
3 A system beep will sound twice indicating the height setting has been saved
The liftgate will then open to the set height To change setting again, repeat steps 1-3
(But ton located on Driver ’s Panel)
(Handle located outside liftgate below Kia badge Liftgate Close but ton located on inside of liftgate )
See section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Remote but ton configuration may var y depending on vehicle options
REMINDER: When closing, be mindful of any objects or persons
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Power Liftgate, Key Fob & Opening Height/Speed Adjustment Video
Kia Smart & Folding Key Fobs Video
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REMINDER: Pulling the Liftgate upward by the handle or pressing the but ton a second time will interrupt the automatic opening of the Power Liftgate
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OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY F E AT U R E S
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(Handle located outside liftgate below Kia badge)
Hybrid Battery Cooling Duct (Hybrids only)
REMINDER: Never clean the battery vent with a WET cloth or spill liquid over the air intake. This could cause an electric shock, which could cause serious damage, injury or death
Liftgate Release Button*†1 9
Button is located on the bottom of the Liftgate lid With doors unlocked, press the Liftgate Release button A and pull the Liftgate up by the handle to open
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
•The Liftgate must be unlocked before it can be opened by the Liftgate Release But ton
•The Liftgate unlocks automatically and then can be opened manually when the Smar t Key* is within close proximit y to the vehicle’s hatch
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Clean the air intake for the hybrid bat ter y regularly with a dr y cloth
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The Hybrid Battery Cooling Duct, located under the center of the rear seat, is used to cool down the hybrid battery For safety reasons, this vent should never be blocked Doing so may cause the battery to overheat
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY F E AT U R E S
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Liftgate Button and Operation Video
Manual Liftgate & Key Fob Controls Video
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•The Tire Mobilit y Kit is a temporar y fix and is to be used for one tire only; the tire should be inspected as soon as possible
•The kit should only be used for sealing/inflating passenger car tires; do not use for inflating any other t ype of tires
•Some damaged tires cannot be sealed completely; do not use the kit if it appears a tire is damaged beyond repair
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Tire Mobility Kit Video
Latch Anchors for the Child Restraint System Video
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Locate these locks on the rear edge of the rear passenger doors Move the Child-Protector Rear Door Lock, with the mechanical ignition key, 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
Tire Mobility Kit
REMINDERS:
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The above images are for illustration purposes only and may not reflect actual operation
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After tire is properly sealed, drive cautiously at a maximum speed of 50 mph for a maximum distance of up to 120 miles
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Refer to section 7 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
The Tire Mobility Kit is designed to temporarily seal certain types of tire damage
For operational information, please refer to the Owner ’s Manual
A Sealant Bottle
B Compressor
Child-Protector Rear Door Locks (Manual)
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY F E AT U R E S
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SAFETY FEATURES
The Seat Belt warning chime operates for driver ’s seat only
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Seat Belts†12
To properly fasten your safety belts:
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Insert the belt tongue plate A into the buckle B until it clicks
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Position the lap portion of the belt across your lap as LOW ON THE HIPS as possible C Adjust the belt to a SNUG FIT by pulling up on the shoulder portion D
Seat belt retractor locks:

Retractor locks allow lap/shoulder seat belts to remain unlocked during normal vehicle operation for freedom of movement and increased comfort
During a STRONG STOP, SUDDEN TURN OR CERTAIN COLLISIONS, seat belt retractors will automatically lock the belts to reduce the risk of injury
PRESS
Occupant Detection System (ODS)†9 /
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator † 9 ,12
ODS is designed to detect the presence and position of the front passenger and adjusts or turns off passenger airbag deployment accordingly
Depending on the situation and type of accident, the system may:
•Deploy airbag (Adult)
•Not deploy the airbag (Unoccupied)
If the system determines that the airbag should not be deployed, the “PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF” light will illuminate
REMINDER: For maximum protection, always wear your Seat Belt
REMINDERS:
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Do not allow an adult passenger to ride in the front seat when the Passenger Airbag Indicator is illuminated OFF because the airbag will not deploy in the event of a crash The driver must instruct the passenger to reposition her/himself in the seat or move to another seat in the vehicle
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For more information on the Occupant Detection System/ Passenger Airbag Off Indicator, please refer to the Owner ’s Manual
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
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LEGAL DISCLAIMERS
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe personal injury or death. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle. 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 that are not permissible by law, should never be used during operation of the vehicle.Safety Features: No system, no matter how advanced, can compensate for all driver error and/or driving conditions. Always drive safely.1. Kia Connect: Purchase/lease of certain 2022 and newer Kia vehicles with Kia Connect includes a complimentary 1-year subscription starting from new vehicle retail sale/lease date as recorded by the dealer. After your complimentary 1-year Kia Connect subscription expires, continued access to the full suite of Kia Connect services available on your Kia will require a paid subscription at the then-current subscription rate or your use of certain Kia Connect features may immediately terminate. Use of Kia Connect is subject to agreement to the Kia Connect Privacy Policy (available at owners.kia.com/us/en/privacy-policy.html) and Terms of Service (available at owners.kia.com/us/en/terms-of-service.html). Complimentary Kia Connect subscription is transferable to subsequent owner during the original Kia Connect service term. Only use Kia Connect when safe to do so. Kia Connect may currently be unavailable for Model Year 2022 and newer vehicles sold or purchased in Massachusetts; please see the Kia Owners Portal for updates on availability. Kia Access app is available from the Apple® App Store® or Google Play Store™. Kia America, Inc. reserves the right to change or discontinue Kia Connect at any time without prior notification or incurring any future obligation. Message and data rates may apply. Cellular and GPS coverage is required to use most features. Kia Connect features may vary by model, model year, and trim level. Features, specifications, and fees are subject to change. For more on details and limitations, visit www.kia.com or your authorized Kia dealer. Apple® and App Store® are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Google™ and its logos are trademarks of Google LLC.
2. Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay®, Bluetooth® Wireless Technology, Google Play™ Store, iPhone, SiriusXM®, Sportmatic®, HomeLink®:Fair Use of Trademark – The commentary reference to trademarked material is for educational purposes only and not an endorsement by or of the holder of the mark.3. Driver Assistance Features – Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW), Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA), Add Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA), Safe Exit Warning (SEW), Rear Cross-traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA), Leading Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA), Cruise Control (CC), Smart Cruise Control (SCC), Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC), Lane Following Assist (LFA), Highway Driving Assist (HDA), Rear View Monitor (RVM), Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Ultrasonic and Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW):These features are not substitutes for safe driving, and may not detect all objects surrounding vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution.4. Driver Attention Warning (DAW):Driver Attention Warning is not a substitute for safe driving and may not detect all instances of driver fatigue or inattentive driving practices. Failure to pay attention to travel conditions and vehicle operation could result in loss of vehicle control. Always drive safely and use caution.5. Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/ Traction Control System (TCS)/Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC):No system, no matter how advanced, can compensate for all driver error and/or driving conditions. Always drive safely.6. Engine Start/Stop Button with Smart Key:Always come to a complete stop before turning the engine on or off. However, if you have an emergency while the vehicle is in motion and must turn the engine off, you can turn the engine off to the ACC position by pressing the Start/Stop button for more than 3 seconds or 3 times in succession. If the vehicle is still moving, you can restart the engine by pressing the Start/Stop button with the shift lever in Neutral (N). With the engine off, hydraulic power assist for steering and braking will be disabled and the vehicle will be more difficult to control.7. Front Seat Headrest Adjustment:Never attempt to adjust headrests when vehicle is in motion.8. Navigation:Distracted driving can result in a loss of vehicle control. When operating a vehicle, never use a vehicle system that takes your focus away from safe vehicle operation. Navigation is for information purposes only, and Kia does not make any warranties about the accuracy of the information.9. Occupant Detection System (ODS):Kia vehicles use a number of different ODS types that vary by model. Children age 12 and under should always be seated in the REAR seats. ODS is not a substitute for one’s attention and may not detect all occupants within the vehicle. Always check the vehicle interior when exiting the vehicle.10. Roadside Assist:24-hour Enhanced Roadside Assistance is a service plan provided by Kia America, Inc. Certain limitations apply. Coverage details are available in the Kia Warranty and Consumer Information Manual. For access to Enhanced Roadside Assistance, a connected mobile phone via Bluetooth® within the cellular service coverage area is required.
11. Seat adjustments:Reclining the passenger seats can reduce the effectiveness of the safety restraint system and may lead to additional injury in an accident.12. Seat belts:For maximum protection, always wear your seatbelt.13. Seat warmers:Use extreme caution when using the seat warmers to avoid burns. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information.14. SiriusXM®:SiriusXM Satellite Radio, SiriusXM Traffic and SiriusXM Travel Link each require a subscription sold separately, or as a package, by SiriusXM Radio Inc. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See SiriusXM Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. Other fees and taxes will apply. All fees and programming are subject to change. Not all vehicles or devices are capable of receiving all services offered by SiriusXM. Data displays and individual product availability vary by vehicle hardware. Current information and features may not be available in all locations, or on all receivers. Weather Forecast, Current Conditions may not be available in all locations. Images above are for representative purposes only and are not real products. For actual features and images of real products, consult the vehicle manufacturer. SiriusXM is not responsible for any errors or inaccuracies in the data services or their use in the vehicle. Travel Link Stocks displays current price and daily delta of around 7,000 actively reported securities traded on the NYSE®, NASDAQ® and AMEX®. The service is delayed approximately 20 minutes. SiriusXM satellite service is available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous USA, DC, and Puerto Rico (with coverage limitations). SiriusXM Internet Radio service is available throughout our satellite service area and in AK and HI. © 2021 SiriusXM Radio Inc. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc.15. Steering-wheel-mounted controls:Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Remain attentive to driving and be cautious when using steering-wheel-mounted controls while driving.16. Sunvisors:Sunvisor may not shield all direct light. Do not operate the vehicle if sunvisor is impairing your visibility.17. Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel:Never attempt to adjust steering wheel position when vehicle is in motion.18. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS):Even with Tire Pressure Monitoring System, check tire pressure on a regular basis.19. Power Liftgate / Smart Liftgate: Driving with the liftgate open may be unlawful and can draw dangerous exhaust fumes into your vehicle; if you choose to do so, keep air vents and all windows open for improved ventilation.20. The myQ logo is a registered trademark of The Chamberlain Group, Inc.

(up to 64,000 miles)AMAINTENANCE INTERVALS (MILES)
MAINTENANCE ITEMS8,00016,00024,00032,00040,00048,00056,00064,000
Add fuel additiveCPPPPPPPP
Rotate tiresPPPPPPPP
Engine oil and filter (Full Synthetic Oil)RRRRRRRR
Climate control air filterIRIRIRIR
Steering gear rack, linkage & bootsIIIIIIII
Suspension ball jointsIIIIIIII
Air conditioner refrigerant / compressorIIIIIIII
Exhaust systemIIIIIIII
Air cleaner filter (engine)IIRIIRII
Hybrid Star ter & Generator (HSG) beltDIIIIIIIR
Brake fluidIIIIIRII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIII
Brake discs and padsIIIIIIII
Engine clutch actuator hose and lineIIIIIIII
Bat ter y Condition (Plug-In Hybrid)IIIIIII
Cooling SystemIIIIIIII
Drive shafts and bootsIIII
Fuel tank air filterEIIII
Fuel tank and fuel capIIII
Fuel lines, fuel hoses and connectionsIIII
Engine clutch actuator fluidRR
A . See the Owner ’s Manual for complete maintenance schedule.B. And, if necessar y, adjust, correct, clean or replace.C . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bot tle 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 necessar y.
E. Both the fuel filter & fuel tank air filter are generally considered to be maintenance free, depending on fuel qualit y being used. However, periodic inspection is recommended. If your vehicle is having issues like fuel flow restriction, power surging, loss of power, difficult y star ting, etc., replace the fuel filter immediately and consult an authorized Kia dealer for ser vice.
NIRO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check your Maintenance Schedule or schedule an appointment with a dealer using your Kia Connect account by logging into Kia Connect App or your account on ht tps://owners.Kia.com (See page 44 for setup information)
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Full Synthetic Oil Video
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See your Owner ’s Manual for more details and complete maintenance information, including severe maintenance schedule. Warrant y may be voided if maintenance schedule is not followed.