Kia Niro EV User manual

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NIRO EV
Congratulations on Your New Kia Purchase!
Your new Kia vehicle has been designed, engineered and manufactured to provide you with years of comfortable and dependable driving.
Kia is committed to quality, innovation, safety and — above all — your satisfaction.
Using This Guide
The information contained in this guide is a brief overview that will help you become familiar with the operation and features of your new Kia
vehicle. The flipbook format facilitates information access, while the detailed illustrations help to ensure the instructions are easy to follow.
This Features & Functions Guide, and the specific operational and safety information it provides, is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual.
In the interest of your safety and that of the vehicle’s occupants, and to help you avoid risks that may result in death or serious injury, Kia reminds
you to carefully read your Owner’s Manual in order to fully familiarize yourself with the important information and safety warnings it contains.
While Kia endeavors to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate at the time of printing, Kia may change vehicle specifications
without notice in advance or after the fact, and assumes no liability in connection with such changes.
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Consumer - Roadside Assistance†16
1-800-333-4KIA (4542)
See Back Pages for Vehicle
Maintenance Schedule
Always check the Owner’s Manual for complete
operating information and safety warnings.
Available on the App Store, the Kia AR Owner’s Manual
App uses AR (Augmented Reality) technology to
provide tips and useful information about your vehicle.
To use the Kia AR Owner’s Manual App:
• Simply scan the interior or engine (motor) room of
your vehicle with your smartphone or tablet, select
feature/component and view the video guide.
• If you are unable to scan the vehicle, use the
AR Manual (without scan) menu, select feature/
component and view the video guide.
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VIDEOS & QR CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Instrument Cluster Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 03
Indicators & Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04
Electric Vehicle (EV) Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05
Energy Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . 06
LCD Instrument Cluster Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
Trip Modes / Trip Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
Charge Warning Messages on LCD Display. . . . . . . . 08
User Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Service Interval Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) FEATURES
Drive Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Regenerative Braking with Paddle Shifters. . . . . . . . 12
EV Mode - UVO link with Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Charging Your Electric Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Charging Connector Auto/Lock Mode . . . . . . . . . . 17
ScheduledCharging* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
DRIVER’S PANEL
Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) w/ LCA* . . . . . . . 18
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW)* . . . . . . 18
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) /
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)* . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Instrument Cluster Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Reverse Parking Aid Function* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock . . . 23
Automatic Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Power/Heated Outside Mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Power Folding Outside Mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Headlights & High Beams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Turn Signals & Fog Lights* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Standard Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go* . . . . . . . 29
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
AUDIO SYSTEM
Android Auto™/ Apple CarPlay®Setup . . . . . . . . . . 31
UVO link* Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
UVO link* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
UVO link with Premium Navigation* . . . . . . . . . . . 34
CENTER PANEL
Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
USB Chargers* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
USB/iPod®Port & Power Outlets* . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Wireless Smartphone Charging System* . . . . . . . . . 36
Automatic Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Rotary Dial Shifter Knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Heated Steering Wheel Button*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Electronic Parking Brake* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
SEATING
Driver Position Memory System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Front Seat Headrest Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat* . . . . . . . . . 41
Folding Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
OTHER KEY FEATURES
Hood Release Lever and Latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Sunvisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Smart Key* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Double-Turn Lock/Unlock All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Map/Room Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Sunroof Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Parking Distance Warning-Forward and Reverse* . . . . 45
Rear-Camera Display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Driver Attention Warning (DAW)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Liftgate Release Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Tire Mobility Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
SAFETY FEATURES
Occupant Detection System (ODS) /
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Seat Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Seat Belt Retractor Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . .Back Cover
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS. . . . . . . . Inside Back Cover
ESSENTIAL FEATURES
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Air Conditioning / Climate Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Android Auto™/ Apple CarPlay®Setup . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Audio System – UVO link* Activation . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Audio System – UVO link*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Audio System – UVO link with Navigation* . . . . . . . . .34
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Charging Your Electric Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cruise Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Digital Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Electric Vehicle (EV) Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .05
EV Mode Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Energy Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Sport/ECO/ECO+ Driving Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Tire Mobility Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . 06
USB/iPod®Port, Power Outlets & USB Charger . . . . . . . 35
Windshield Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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.

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1. If you’re having trouble scanning codes, check the following:
•The code should be centered and focused in your mobile device’s camera screen
•Consider moving your device closer to or farther away from the code
•The code should be well lit, without significant shadow
2. After scanning, if a “connecting” message appears and then nothing happens or there’s a “connection error” message, this typically indicates that your device is having trouble
connecting to the Internet
QUICK TIPS
VIDEOS & QR CODES - SMARTPHONES, TABLETS AND COMPUTERS
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System Video
To view a video on your
mobile device, snap this
QR Code or visit the listed
website.
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODE
Kia provides a number of video resources to assist you with becoming familiar with the features and functions found in your
Kia vehicle. You can access these resources by snapping the QR Codes with your smartphone/tablet (mobile devices) or by
visiting the following website: www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos. Continue reading for a more
in-depth look at QR Codes and for instructions on how to use them.
What are QR Codes?
A QR Code is a square, two-dimensional barcode that can 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, text, photos, videos and so
much more.
How to Use QR Codes
If you have a mobile device with a QR Code Reader App, you
can snap the code with your phone and you’ll be provided a
video with additional information pertaining to the topic. For
example, in the Fuel Cap section, if you would like additional
information, just snap the code with your mobile device to
view the selected Kia Features & Functions Video.
How to Snap a QR Code
1. With your mobile device, download a QR Code Reader
App. With many devices, you can do this through an app
store or marketplace
2. Open the QR Code Reader App on your mobile device
3. The app will utilize your device’s camera. Center the code
in the camera viewing area:
•With some apps, as soon as the app recognizes the
code, it will launch the corresponding video
•With other apps, you will have to snap or take a
picture of the code. The app will then launch the
corresponding video
•For operation specifics, refer to the instructions that
come with the QR Code Reader App
•Avoid scanning from a significant angle
•Confirm that the device’s app supports 2D QR Code scanning
•Try another QR Code Reader App; not all apps are created equal
REMINDER: When accessing videos
on your mobile device, standard
cellular data rates may apply.

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APower/Charge gauge
BBattery State of Charge (SOC) gauge
CSpeedometer
DWarning and indicator lights
ELCD display
FInstant / Regenerative Mileage
GDistance to empty
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Instrument Cluster Overview
Your vehicle’s instrument cluster & indicator light locations may differ from those in the
illustrations. For more information on the instrument cluster, the LCD Warning Messages
and the function of all indicator and warning lights, please refer to the Owner’s Manual.
This illustration is for demonstration purposes only. Some indicators and warning lights may not
appear in illustration. On the vehicle, they may appear in the LCD.
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Indicators & Warning Lights
High Beam Indicator
Light ON Indicator
Front Fog Light Indicator*
Master Warning Light
FCA / FCW Indicator*
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Indicator*
Electronic Brake Force (EBD) System Warning Indicator
(Two separate indicators on Instrument Cluster
lit at same time)
Immobilizer Indicator*
READY Indicator
ECO Mode Indicator
ECO+ Mode Indicator
SPORT Mode Indicator
EV Service Warning Light
EV Temperature Warning
Charging System Warning Indicator
Seat Belt Warning Indicator
Low Tire Pressure Light / Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) Malfunction Indicator*
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator / ESC
Malfunction Indicator
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
& Brake Fluid Warning Indicator
Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Warning Indicator
Airbag Warning Indicator
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Warning Indicator
Cruise Indicator*
(red color)
(yellow color)
Regenerative Brake Warning Indicator (Two separate
indicators on Instrument Cluster lit at same time)
LED Headlamp Warning Indicator*
Charging Light Indicator
Power Down Warning Light
High Voltage Battery Level Warning Light
12V Battery
EPB Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
Your vehicle’s instrument cluster & indicator
light locations may differ from those in the
illustrations. For more information on the
instrument cluster, the LCD Warning Messages
and the function of all indicator and warning
lights, please refer to the Owner’s Manual.
This illustration is for demonstration purposes
only. Some indicators and warning lights may not
appear in illustration. On the vehicle, they may
appear in the LCD.
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Ready indicator light – Illuminates when the vehicle is ready
to drive. When the ready indicator light is OFF or blinking, a
malfunction has occurred. Have an authorized Kia dealer address
the concern as soon as possible.
EV Service warning light – Illuminates when there is a
malfunction related to the electric vehicle control system. Have an
authorized Kia dealer address the concern as soon as possible.
Power down warning light – Illuminates when the power is
limited for the safety of the electric vehicle.
Charging indicator light – Shows the charging status of the high-
voltage battery. When charging, the red indicator turns on. When
charging is complete, the green indicator turns on.
High-voltage battery level warning light – Illuminates when the
high-voltage battery charge level is insufficient.
Regenerative brake warning lights (when both indicators
are lit) – Illuminates when the regenerative brake system is not
functioning correctly.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Indicators
AState of Charge (SOC) gauge
The State of Charge gauge displays the high-voltage battery
charge status.
•L (low) position on the gauge indicates that the driving battery
energy is low
•H (high) position on the gauge indicates that the driving battery
is fully charged
BPower/Charge
Niro EV’s Power/Charge gauge provides information on the energy
consumption rate of the vehicle and the charge status of the regenerative
brakes.
•POWER – Shows the energy consumption rate of the vehicle when
driving uphill or accelerating. The more electric energy used, the higher
the gauge level
•CHARGE – Shows the charging status of the battery when it is being
charged by the regenerative brakes. The more electric energy charged,
the lower the gauge level
CDistance to Empty
Distance to empty is the estimated distance the vehicle can be driven
with the remaining high-voltage battery level. It is displayed differently
according to the selected drive mode.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring
System 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
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)†24
The TPMS indicator functions as both Low Tire Pressure Light
and TPMS Malfunction Indicator. The indicator will illuminate
if it detects one or more tires is significantly underinflated, the vehicle has
a spare tire installed without TPMS or the outside temperature becomes
significantly lower.
The LCD screen in the instrument cluster will display the Low Tire Pressure
indicator Ashowing which tire(s) is underinflated. Inflate tire(s) to
specifications 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
Indicator will blink for
approximately one minute then
illuminate - see dealer for service.
•Even with TPMS, tire pressure should be checked manually at least once a
month. Only adjust tire pressure on “cold tires,” i.e., tires that are not hot in
temperature from direct sunlight or heat
•For proper maintenance and optimal fuel economy, maintain recommended
tire inflation pressures and stay within the load limits and weight distribution
recommended for your vehicle
•In winter or cold weather, the TPMS light may illuminate if the tire pressure was
adjusted to the recommended tire inflation pressure during warm weather
QUICK TIP
REMINDERS:
• Check the recommended tire pressure label located on the left side of driver's door jamb,
visible when the door is open
• Consult your dealer for service if Low Tire Pressure Light remains illuminated after inflating
your tire(s)
Personal electronic devices (such
as laptops, wireless chargers,
remote start systems, etc.) that have
electronic noise may interfere with
TPMS system, which may cause
the Malfunction Warning Indicator
(Check Engine Light) to illuminate.
Energy Consumption
There are several factors that contribute to
your electric vehicle’s energy consumption,
including maintenance of your vehicle, driving
style, environmental conditions, vehicle weight
and vehicle aerodynamics.
Below are tips on how to help reduce energy
consumption:
•Keep your vehicle in good condition
with regular maintenance
•Don’t “ride” the brake pedal
•Drive at a moderate speed, accelerating
smoothly and at a moderate rate
•Keep tires inflated to the recommended
pressure
•Travel lightly, without carrying unnecessary
weight in your vehicles
•Ensure wheels are aligned correctly
•Avoid placing large or heavy items on
roof racks
•Avoid hilly, winding or poorly maintained
roads
•Use ECO or ECO+ Drive Modes in certain
weather conditions (rain, snow, wind)
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Trip Modes / Trip Computer
The Trip Computer is a driver information system that displays information
related to driving, such as Average and Instant accumulated info, drive
info, driving style and energy flow. It appears on the display when the
Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON position.
To cycle through the Trip modes, press the Mode button A.
When in the Trip Computer mode , press the Select/Reset (OK) button
Bto cycle through the screens. When displaying ACCUMULATED INFO or
DRIVE INFO screens, press and hold the OK button Bto reset to zero.
LCD Instrument Cluster Modes
Press Mode button Ato scroll through different LCD Instrument Cluster
Modes.
Trip Computer Mode: Displays driving information for
consumption info, accumulated info, drive info, driving style and
energy flow
Turn-by-Turn Mode*: Displays the state of the navigation
LKA/Driver Attention Warning (DAW)/SCC* Mode: Displays
the state of the Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Driver Attention
Warning (DAW) and TPMS
Master Warning Mode: Informs and only appears when vehicle
systems such as Forward Collision Assist (FCA), Blind-Spot
Collision Warning (BCW), Smart Cruise Control (SCC), High Beam
Assist (HBA) or others have malfunctioned
User Settings Mode: Change settings for driver assistance,
doors, lights, sound, convenience, service interval, other, reset
Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations.
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.
REMINDERS:
•Appearance of Trip Computer display may differ
as equipped
•All stored driving information (except Odometer and
Range) is reset if the battery is disconnected
DRIVE INFO
•Economical %
•Normal %
•Aggressive %
CONSUMPTION INFO
•Average Energy Consumption
•Instant Energy Consumption
ACCUMULATED INFO
•Tripmeter
•Average Energy Consumption
•Timer
DRIVE INFO
•Tripmeter
•Average Energy Consumption
•Timer
ENERGY FLOW
Accumulated Info
Trip
Average
Timer
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Low Battery Warning <8% – When the high-
voltage battery level reaches 8% or less, this
warning message appears on the LCD and the
warning indicator light on the instrument cluster
illuminates. Charge the high-voltage battery
immediately.
Power limited due to low EV battery
temperature. Charge battery – When the outside
temperature is low and you turn the vehicle on
or off, this warning message may appear on the
LCD. If the battery level is low and the vehicle is
parked outside for a long time, vehicle power may
be limited. Charging battery before driving helps
increase power.
Stop vehicle and check power supply – When
there is a failure in the power supply system, this
warning message appears on the LCD. Park
the vehicle in a safe location and have it towed to
the nearest Kia dealer for inspection.
EV Battery Overheated! Stop vehicle –When
the high-voltage battery temperature is too high,
this warning message will appear on the LCD.
Stop the vehicle and turn off the Power button so
that the battery temperature decreases.
Charge immediately. Power limited – When
the high-voltage battery level reaches 3% or
less, this warning message appears on the LCD,
the warning indicator light on the instrument
cluster illuminates and the power down warning
light turns ON simultaneously.
The vehicle’s power will be reduced to minimize
the energy consumption of the high-voltage
battery. Charge the high-voltage battery
immediately.
Power limited – This warning message appears
when the vehicle’s power is limited due to the
following reasons:
•When the high-voltage battery is below a
certain level, or voltage is decreasing
•When the temperature of the motor or high-
voltage battery is too high or too low
•When there is a problem with the cooling system
or a failure that may interrupt normal driving
Charge Warning Messages on LCD Display
REMINDERS:
•When these warning messages are displayed, do not
accelerate or start the vehicle suddenly
•All stored driving information (except Odometer and Range)
is reset if the battery is disconnected
Low EV Battery EV Battery Overheated!
Stop Vehicle
Power limited
due to low EV battery
temperature.
Charge battery
Stop vehicle and
check power supply
Charge immediately.
Power limited
Power limited
These illustrations are for demonstration purposes only. Some
messages may appear differently. See your Owner’s Manual for
more information.
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