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LEGAL DISCLAIMERS

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.
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe personal injury and death. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and use of 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 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 responsibly.

UVO eco: 

Purchase of a new 2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid vehicle includes a complimentary 3 year UVO eco subscription starting from new vehicle retail sale/lease date as recorded by the dealer. After your complimentary 3 year UVO eco 

subscription expires, continued access to UVO eco will require a paid subscription at the then current subscription rate or your use of UVO eco will immediately terminate. Use of UVO is subject to agreement to the UVO Privacy Policy available at 

https://www.myuvo.com/legal/privacy-policy.shtml) and Terms of Service (available at https://www.myuvo.com/legal/terms-of-service.shtml). UVO eco transferrable to subsequent owner during the original UVO eco service term. Only use UVO eco 

when safe to do so. UVO eco App is available from the App Store

®

 or Google Play

 Store. Kia Motors America, Inc. reserves the right to change or discontinue UVO eco 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. UVO eco features may vary by make, model year and trim level. Features, specifications, and fees are subject to change. For more on details and limitations, visit 

https://www.myuvo.com/ or your authorized Kia dealer. Google and logos are trademarks of Google, Inc. App Store is a service mark of Apple, Inc.

Airbags: 

For maximum protection, always wear your seat belt.

Android Auto: 

Android Auto is a trademark of Google, Inc.. Android

 is a registered trademark of Google, Inc. Distracted 

driving can result in a loss of vehicle control. Never use a handheld device or 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.

Apple CarPlay

®

, iPhone

®

/iPod

®

Apple CarPlay

®

, iPhone

®

/iPod

®

 are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Distracted 

driving can result in a loss of vehicle control. Never use a handheld device or vehicle system that takes your focus away 

from safe vehicle operation.

Apps: 

All information contained herein was based upon the latest available information at the time of appstore 

registration. Descriptions are believed to be correct, and Kia Motors Corporation (KMC) makes every effort to ensure 

accuracy, however, accuracy cannot be guaranteed. From time to time, KMC may need to update or make changes to 

the vehicle features and other vehicle information reported in this app. KMC, by the publication and dissemination of this 

material, does not create any warranties, either express or implied, to any Kia products. Contact your local Kia dealer for 

the most current information.

Bluetooth

®

 Wireless Technology:

 A compatible 

Bluetooth

®

 wireless technology-enabled cell phone is required to use 

Bluetooth

®

 wireless technology. The 

Bluetooth

®

 word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, 

Inc. and any use of such marks by Kia is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective 

owners. A 

Bluetooth

®

 enabled cell phone is required to use 

Bluetooth

®

 wireless technology.

Driver Assist Features - Smart Cruise Control (SCC)*, Parking Assist System, Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) 

with Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Rear-Camera Display:  

These features are not substitutes for safe driving, and may not detect all objects surrounding vehicle. Always drive  

safely and use caution.

Electronic Stability Control, Hill-start Assist Control (HAC):

 No system, no matter how advanced, can compensate for 

all driver error and/or driving conditions. Always drive responsibly.

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, power assist for steering and braking will be disabled, and the vehicle will be more difficult to control.

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) / Forward Collision Warning: 

These systems are not substitutes for safe 

driving, and may not detect all objects in front of vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution.

Front Seat Headrest Adjustment: 

Never attempt to adjust headrests when vehicle is in motion.

Google Play

 Store

 is a trademark of Google, Inc. © 2016 Google Inc. All rights reserved. Google and the Google Logo 

are registered trademarks of Google Inc.

Navigation:

 Distracted driving can result in a loss of vehicle control. When operating a vehicle, never use a handheld 

device or 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.

Occupant Detection System (ODS): 

Kia vehicles use a number of different ODS types that vary by model.

Roadside Assist: 

24-hour Enhanced Roadside Assistance is a service plan provided by Kia Motors 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.

Seat adjustments: 

Reclining the passenger seats can reduce the effectiveness of the safety restraint system and may 

lead to additional injury in an accident.

Seat Belts / Airbags:

 For maximum protection, always wear your seatbelt.

Seat warmers: 

Use extreme caution when using the seat warmers to avoid burns. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more 

information.

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. © 2017 SiriusXM Radio Inc. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are 

trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc.

Sportmatic

®

 is a registered trademark of Kia Motors America.

Steering Wheel 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.

Sunvisor:

 Sunvisor may not shield all direct light. Do not operate the vehicle if Sunvisor is impairing your visibility.

Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel: 

Never attempt to adjust steering wheel position when vehicle is in motion.

TPMS:

 Even with the Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), always check your tire pressure on a regular basis.

UVO eco: 

Distracted driving can result in a loss of vehicle control. Never use a handheld device or vehicle system that 

takes your focus away from safe vehicle operation.

UVO eco Smartphone App:

 App uses your smartphone data service. Normal cellular service rates will apply.

UVO eco with Navigation:

 Distracted driving can result in a loss of vehicle control. Never use a handheld device or 

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.

Summary of Contents for niro plug-in hybrid 2018

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...death or serious injury Kia reminds you to carefully read your Owner s Manual in order to fully familiarize yourself with the important information it contains While the information contained in this...

Page 3: ...eats 36 SEATING Driver Position Memory System 36 Front Seat Headrest Adjustment 36 Power Adjustable Driver s Seat 37 6 Way Manual Adjustable Driver s Seat 37 OTHER KEY FEATURES Smart Key 38 Double Tur...

Page 4: ...be read by mobile devices loaded with an appropriate barcode or QR Code Reader App The app reads the barcode image and then launches uploads the specific information the code contains such as URLs te...

Page 5: ...e of Charge gauge G Distance to empty 220 200 20 20 120 140 40 100 60 80 180 40 160 60 140 80 120 100 E F A G F B E D D C Instrument Cluster Overview Your vehicle s instrument cluster indicator light...

Page 6: ...m TPMS Malfunction Indicator Electronic Stability Control ESC Indicator ESC Malfunction Indicator Electronic Stability Control ESC OFF Indicator Parking Brake Brake Fluid Warning Indicator Electronic...

Page 7: ...using an accurate digital tire pressure gauge to turn off Low Tire Pressure Light See front driver s door jamb for PSI specification When there is a problem with the TPMS the TPMS Malfunction Indicat...

Page 8: ...status Plug In Hybrid Modes To change the Plug In Hybrid Mode press the EV HEV button E switch between Electric EV mode and Hybrid HEV mode each time button is pressed The LCD on the Instrument Cluste...

Page 9: ...LKA DAA SCC Mode Displays the state of the Smart Cruise Control Lane Keeping Assist and Driver Attention Alert Audio Mode Displays the state of the A V System Service Master Warning Door Open Modes In...

Page 10: ...d pressure Travel lightly without carrying unnecessary weight in your vehicles Avoid placing large or heavy items on roof racks Avoid hilly winding or poorly maintained roads REMINDER Driving range ca...

Page 11: ...elect User Settings You can navigate the selections on the display by pressing the OK button B up down and then selecting the item by pressing the OK button B again Driving Assist Lane Keeping Assist...

Page 12: ...r will display the mode the vehicle is in Located in Instrument Cluster B ECO Mode Active ECO Active ECO helps improve fuel economy by controlling several vehicle components When in ECO Mode it optimi...

Page 13: ...Hybrid ECO Level 4 Fuel Economy History ECO Level kW 5 Now 10 20 30 min 10 15 Engine Energy Flow ECO Driving Fuel Economy History ECO Level Battery Information Energy Flow EV Energy Information Feb 3...

Page 14: ...form the driver of its status To change modes go to User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes EV Propulsion The electric motor is moving the vehicle Engine Only Propulsion The engine is moving...

Page 15: ...s To change modes go to User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes Vehicle Stop The vehicle s hybrid system is standing by Engine Generation Regeneration The engine and the regenerative braking...

Page 16: ...rickle charger directly into wall socket Do not charge to a receptacle that is old damaged corroded or cracked Level 2 Charging Normal Charge A Level 2 or normal 240 volt charger is the recommended ch...

Page 17: ...sing the charging door Ensure doors are unlocked 6 Remove any dust on the charging connector and charging inlet F 7 Hold the charging connector handle G and connect it to the vehicle s trickle chargin...

Page 18: ...l be locked when charging and remain locked until all doors are unlocked REMINDER For more detail and or subsequent steps in charging your vehicle please see the Owner s Manual When you press the Deac...

Page 19: ...de rearview mirrors and the system will sound an alert RCTA Rear Cross Traffic Alert If the RCTA system sensors detect approaching vehicles from the left or right side D the system will sound an audib...

Page 20: ...lert the driver when rapidly approaching a vehicle that is slowing down braking or stopped B A warning message will appear on the LCD screen and a chime will sound The FCA FCM will become active when...

Page 21: ...ent Panel Dimmer Press switch A up or down to adjust display brightness of the instrument panel illumination REMINDERS Dimmer does not change brightness when lights are turned off The Instrument Panel...

Page 22: ...Depress the brake pedal 2 Press the ENGINE START STOP button while gear shift is in P Park or N Neutral To turn the vehicle OFF press the ENGINE START STOP button To use the ENGINE START STOP button y...

Page 23: ...e rearview mirrors press the folding mirror button F as pictured Left The mirrors will unfold Right The mirrors will fold Center The mirrors will fold unfold automatically when doors are locked unlock...

Page 24: ...ition or ENGINE START STOP button is ON and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position unless one of the following occurs Headlights are on Parking brake is applied Fog lights are on Engine is turne...

Page 25: ...and Washers Move lever Up Down to change Wiper modes Press switch A Up Down to adjust Intermittent Wipe Speed Pull lever to spray and wipe To operate Rear Wiper Washer Rotate Rear Wiper switch to cha...

Page 26: ...on for Bluetooth Technology at 800 333 4KIA Refer to your Owner s Manual for more specific Bluetooth Wireless Technology phone pairing and operation instructions Phonebook transfer upload time varies...

Page 27: ...e command QUICK TIP www youtube com KiaFeatureVideos Voice Recognition and Phone Contact Tips To help optimize the Bluetooth Wireless Technology Voice Recognition system below are some tips and remind...

Page 28: ...esigned to function above 20 mph The Cruise Control system will not activate until the brake pedal has been depressed at least once after ignition ON or engine start QUICK TIPS Driving while distracte...

Page 29: ...ings Each time the button is pressed the vehicle to vehicle distance changes To cancel SCC operation Press the CANCEL button G The LCD screen will display a message that the SCC operation is canceled...

Page 30: ...ed angle B and distance C When finished pull the lock release lever A up to lock Steering Wheel in place It may be helpful to pull push bottom of Steering Wheel towards away from you to adjust desired...

Page 31: ...le 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 l...

Page 32: ...t ten favorite SiriusXM channels you may play live or repeat from the beginning of a song or a program segment In Radio mode choose SiriusXM then select any of the first six favorites During song or p...

Page 33: ...s to adjust settings Press the return button to save settings Radio Presets You can listen to FM AM and SiriusXM radio and save frequently used stations How to Save a Preset Press and hold the desired...

Page 34: ...rer cables only that came with your device Third party cables may cause damage to device REMINDER The Center Panel Digital Clock and Navigation System Clock are not synchronized and may differ slightl...

Page 35: ...and phone case thickness Wireless Charging Video To view a video on your mobile device snap this QR Code or visit the listed website Refer to page 2 for more information QR CODE Wireless Smartphone Ch...

Page 36: ...3 Press the Front Defrost button Air Flow Modes To select Air Flow Modes press the Mode selection buttons Face Level Bi Level Floor Level Floor Defrost Level REMINDERS MAX A C Mode automatically engag...

Page 37: ...n The Dual Clutch Transmission DCT gives the driving feel of a manual transmission yet provides the ease of a fully automatic transmission The following are unique driving tips of the Dual Clutch Tran...

Page 38: ...st with one hand while using the other hand to pull the headrest from underneath QUICK TIP With the seat warmer switch in the ON position the heating system in the seat turns OFF or ON automatically d...

Page 39: ...to slide Seat forward backward Pull press lever E up down one or more times to adjust Seat height Pull lever F to adjust Seatback recline When adjusting seat forward or backwards ensure seat clicks o...

Page 40: ...k All Doors Mechanical Key G Use to unlock Driver s Door Use to enable disable Child Safety Locks If the Smart Key battery is weak or not working properly hold the Smart Key fob up to the ENGINE START...

Page 41: ...opened When all doors are locked or the ignition is on the map and room lamp will turn off immediately Rear Room Lamps Press the button D to turn the rear passenger lamp ON OFF When doors are unlocked...

Page 42: ...he Hood about halfway and then press down to securely lock in place Buttons located on Driver s Panel to the left of the Steering Wheel C Located on Driver side kick panel Latch located inside hood A...

Page 43: ...roper and safe parking and backing up procedures Always drive safely and use caution when backing up The Parking Distance Warning may not detect every object in front of or behind the vehicle Rear Cam...

Page 44: ...the DAW information will appear on the LCD Display B when you select the ASSIST mode A message Consider taking a break appears on the LCD display and a warning sounds to suggest the driver to take a b...

Page 45: ...bility Kit The Tire Mobility Kit may temporarily seal certain types of tire damage For operational information please refer to the Owner s Manual A Sealant Bottle B Compressor The Tire Mobility Kit is...

Page 46: ...sten your safety belts 1 Insert the belt tongue plate A into the buckle B until it clicks 2 Position the lap portion of the belt across your lap as LOW ON THE HIPS as possible C Adjust the belt to a S...

Page 47: ...not mix other additives 2 Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts cracks excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessary If HSG belt noise occurred readjust HSG belt tension before replacing...

Page 48: ...filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an authorized Kia dealer for details 3 Inspect HSG belt for evidence of cuts cracks excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if ne...

Page 49: ...excessive wear or oil saturation and replace if necessary If HSG belt noise occurred readjust HSG belt tension before replacing Normal Maintenance Schedule Continued 37 500 miles PERFORM Add fuel addi...

Page 50: ...ection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction surging loss of power hard starting problem etc replac...

Page 51: ...ust 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 restar...

Page 52: ...y vehicle is clean interior and exterior in good condition and free of chips and scratches Ensure all key documents are in the vehicle Owner s Manual Warranty and Consumer Information booklet Tire War...

Page 53: ...R I D C U S T O M E R D E L I V E R Y C H E C K L I S T KEY FEATURE WALKTHROUGH DURING DELIVERY Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS page 5 Trip Modes Trip Computer page 7 Fuel Economy page 8 Sport EC...

Page 54: ...2017 Kia Motors America Inc All rights reserved Part Number UN180 PS 004 Consumer Roadside Assistance 1 800 333 4KIA 4542...

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