2023 KIA STINGER ECO mode

STEERING WHEEL
CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
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Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel*† 19
To adjust the Steering Wheel manually, push the lock-release lever A down and adjust to the desired angle B and distance C .
When finished, pull the lock-release lever A up to lock Steering Wheel in place .
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 .
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See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
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Heated Steering Wheel*
While the Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON position, press D 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 .D
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 .

It may be helpful to pull/push the bot tom of the Steering Wheel towards/away from you to adjust desired distance prior to adjusting the angle .
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Tilt/Telescoping/Heated Steering Wheel Video
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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
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Audio System Controls† 17
A Audio System MODE button: Press to cycle through FM/AM/SiriusXM®†1 7/Media/Bluetooth®†3 Audio modes Audio System ON/OFF: Press to turn power on; Press and hold to go to
Advanced Setting / Steering Wheel mode
B Seek/Preset buttons:
•FM/AM/SiriusXM® Mode: Press to advance through preset stations . Press and hold to auto seek
•Media Modes: Press to move track up/down . Press and hold to fast forward/rewind (except for Bluetooth® Audio)
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Volume buttons: Press up/down arrows to raise/lower volume Mute button: Press to mute all audio (Media pauses in some Media modes when pressed)
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Pressing the Audio System Mode but ton for more than 1 second will turn Audio Mode ON/OFF .
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Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the images . See your Owner’s Manual for more details .

Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided . Drivers should remain attentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the steering-wheel-mounted controls while driving .
T o help minimize driver distraction, some audio system functionalities have been modified while the vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or moved out of Park .
Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided . Drivers should remain attentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the steering-wheel-mounted controls while driving . To help minimize driver distraction, some audio system functionalities have been modified while the vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or moved out of Park .
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System User’s Manual . For other audio system information, refer to pages 37-42 .
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Steering Wheel Controls Video
Star, Favorite & Radio Presets Buttons Video
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Bluetooth® Wireless Technology† 2 ,17
A Volume button: Press up/down to raise/lower speaker volume Mute button: Press to mute the microphone during a call and to mute the audio system speakers, or to pause Bluetooth® streaming media
B Talk button: Press to activate voice recognition / bring up menus/place calls with minimal voice command prompts from the system . Press and hold to exit voice recognition
C Receive/Place/End Call button: Press to place/receive/end calls . Press to pair a phone if phone is not paired
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Custom Button H
Press and hold to select an option from the menu

Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the image . See your Owner’s Manual for more details .

Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided . Drivers should remain attentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the steering wheel mounted controls while driving .
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide . For Bluetooth® wireless technology FAQs, go to www .kia .com, Owners section .
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Steering Wheel Controls Video
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•When using the voice command feature, wait for the system to BEEP before speaking the command
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Phone book transfer upload time varies by phone model and with number of phone book entries
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Because of differences in phone qualit y, ser vice providers and Bluetooth® wireless technology chip programming, functionalit y may differ from one phone to another
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Bluetooth® Wireless Technology audio and calling functions are suppor ted when connected to a Bluetooth® enabled device
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Pairing a Phone
For instructions on how to pair a phone, refer to the Car Infotainment System
Quick Reference Guide .
How to Place a Call
There are two options for placing a call:
•Option 1: Press on the Talk button B . Then say the command “Call {name}” or “Dial {number}”
•Option 2: Press the Call button C to place a call using the touchscreen
When using the voice command feature, wait for the system to BEEP before speaking the command .
Voice Recognition and Phone Contact Tips
The system may have difficulty understanding some accents or uncommon names . Improve the per formance by making a few simple changes to your phone contacts, listed below . To help optimize the Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Voice Recognition system, see other tips and reminders under Quick Tips .
•Use full names (first and last names) vs . short or single-syllable names (“John Smith” vs .“Dad,” “Smith Residence” vs .“Home”)
•Avoid using special characters, emojis or hyphenated names (@, &, #, /, -, *, +, etc .)
•Avoid using acronyms (“In Case of Emergency” vs .“ICE”) or words with all capital letters
•Spell words completely, no abbreviations (“Doctor Smith” vs .“Dr . Smith”)
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Voice Recognition Tips Video
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The system can register or pair multiple Bluetooth® devices . See the Car Multimedia System User ’s Manual for more information on setup and limitations
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During the pairing process, be sure to accept the connection requests on the phone for phone book download and to allow acceptance of all future Bluetooth® connection requests
•When placing a call, speak in a natural, moderate tone, with clear pronunciation . The system may have trouble recognizing commands if you speak too softly or too loudly
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Always wait for the BEEP before speaking any commands
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Close windows and sunroof and turn off A /C; open windows, sunroof, weather (wind/rain), or an A /C fan operating at higher speeds can inter fere with Voice Recognition
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Press the talk but ton and say “Help” to get a list of available commands
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Idle, Stop and Go (ISG) System*
The ISG system is designed to reduce fuel consumption by automatically shutting down the engine when the vehicle is at a standstill .
When the ISG system is ON and the vehicle is at a standstill the engine will stop, and the green AUTO STOP indicator A on the instrument cluster will illuminate .
The engine will restart when the brake pedal is released or the shift lever is moved from D (Drive) to the R (Reverse) position or to Manual Shift mode* . When the engine restarts, the green AUTO STOP indicator on the instrument cluster will turn off .
To deactivate the ISG System, press the ISG OFF button B . If you press again, the system will be activated .
For more information on Idle, Stop and Go System, refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual or contact your local dealership .
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation .
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Idle, Stop and Go Video
Launch Control Video
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• The ISG system is disabled when:
–A seat belt is unfastened
–The hood or a door is opened
–Bat ter y condition is poor
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The front or rear defroster is turned on
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Engine coolant temperature is low
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The outside ambient temperature is too low/high
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Emission control devices activate
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The vehicle is on a steep slope
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ISG is active by default at vehicle star t-up . When ignition is cycled, ISG will turn ON again
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Under cer tain conditions, the engine will restar t automatically even if the brake pedal is still depressed
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If the AUTO STOP indicator is continuously blinking yellow and the ISG but ton LED is on, please contact an authorized Kia dealer
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
Launch Control aids in controlling acceleration to help the vehicle accelerate smoothly and quickly, while avoiding slipping of the drive wheels and other engine, clutch and gearbox issues .
To turn on, press and hold the ESC OFF button C for more than three seconds while DRIVE MODE D is in SPORT Mode .
To activate, with the left foot press brake firmly while gear shift is in D (Drive) and then press the accelerator pedal fully to the floor . The LCD will display a ready status .
Launch Control*
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When launching, stop vehicle and keep steering wheel straight
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Brake pedal, EPB and Auto Hold must be released for smooth launching
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Always drive safely and use caution

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Bi-Level Floor/ Defrost-Level
Auto Defogging System
Auto defogging is designed to reduce the fogging up of the inside of the windshield by automatically sensing the moisture of the inside of the windshield . The system will automatically change to defrost mode when needed .
Auto Defogging is set ON by default . To cancel Auto Defogging, press the Front Defrost button for three seconds (with the ignition ON; the ADS OFF icon will illuminate) . To turn Auto Defogging on again, press the Front Defrost button for three seconds .
Defrost Outside / Defog Inside Windshield
1 . Set Fan Speed to highest position
2 . Set Temperature to highest position
3 . Press the front defrost button B
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
Automatic Climate Control System
Front Climate Control
A AUTO (Automatic) Climate Control
button / Driver ’s Temperature Control Knob
B Front Windshield Defrost button
C Rear Window Defrost button
D Air Conditioning button
E Recirculated Air button
F Fresh Air button
G System OFF button
H Fan Speed Control buttons
I Mode Select button
J Climate Control display on/off
K SYNC (Synchronize All Zones) Temperature Control button / Passenger’s Temperature Control Knob
Climate Control Auto Function
Press AUTO A to select full auto operation . In AUTO mode the driver and front passenger have full control of their own temperature zones . The mode, fan speed, air intake and air conditioning will activate and adjust accordingly to achieve the temperature settings for each zone .
To set temperatures:
•Tu r n A to set the driver ’s zone temperature
•Tu r n K to set the front passenger ’s zone temperature
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Pressing the SYNC button K synchronizes both climate control zones (driver and passenger) to the driver ’s temperature control .
Air Flow Modes
To select air flow modes, press the Mode Select button I :
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Automatic Climate Control Operation Video
Auto Defogging System (ADS) Video
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REMINDERS:
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Continuous use of the climate control system in the recirculated air position may allow humidit y to increase inside the vehicle which may fog the glass and obscure visibilit y
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When in AUTO mode, Air Flow Mode and Fan Speed do not display on the Climate Control Display
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Warm or cold outside air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air but ton is not pressed ON (LED lit)
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Continuous use of the A /C and heater may increase Energy Consumption, especially excessive use of the heater
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CENTER PANEL
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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 brake pedal is engaged and shifter is shifted out of P (Park) to R (Reverse) or shifted out of N (Neutral) to Reverse or D (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 is OFF .
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)*
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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
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When leaving your keys with parking lot at tendants or valet, make sure to inform them how to operate the EPB
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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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The EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is turned ON
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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
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The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving
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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
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EPB will not release unless the hood, liftgate and all doors are closed and seat belts are fastened
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Smart Power Liftgate*† 11
The Smart Power Liftgate can be operated from several controls to either open, close or lock the Liftgate .
To turn the Smart Power Liftgate features ON, go to User Setting mode in the LCD Instrument Cluster Modes and set to ON .
The Smart Power Liftgate will close the Liftgate, lock all doors and Liftgate and then arm the vehicle .
Opening from Inside the Vehicle:
Press the Smart Power Liftgate Open/Close button* A to automatically open/close the Liftgate .
Opening from Outside the Vehicle:
To open the Smart Power Liftgate automatically, press the Liftgate Release handle switch B on exterior of the Liftgate .
Automatically close by pressing Smart Power Liftgate Close button* C located inside the Liftgate lid .
(But ton located on driver ’s panel, left of the steering wheel)
(Located inside Liftgate lid)
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information .
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Smart Power Liftgate Video
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•To cancel the Smar t Power Liftgate while automatically opening or closing, press any but ton on the Smar t Key fob
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All doors are closed and locked after about 15 seconds
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The Smar t Power Liftgate feature will not operate when the following occurs:
–Doors are recently closed and locked
–The Smar t Key is still detected after 15 seconds near the vehicle or within 60 inches of the door handles
–A door is not locked or closed
–The Smar t Key is in the vehicle
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Pulling the Liftgate upward by the handle or pressing the but ton a second time will interrupt the automatic opening of the Smar t Power Liftgate