Kia niro plug-in hybrid 2018 Parts list manual

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NIRO PLUG-IN HYBRID
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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.
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advance or after the fact, and assumes no liability in connection with such changes.
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Consumer - Roadside Assistance
1-800-333-4KIA (4542)
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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 smart phone 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.

VIDEOS & QR CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Instrument Cluster Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 03
Indicators & Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . 05
Plug-In Hybrid Indicators at Startup . . . . . . . . . . . 06
Plug-In Hybrid Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06
LCD Instrument Cluster Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
Trip Modes / Trip Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
Fuel Economy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08
User Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09
Service Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09
Sport/ECO Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
PLUG-IN HYBRID SYSTEM
UVO eco* / UVO eco with Navigation* Display . . . . . . 11
Instrument Cluster - Energy Flow. . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Charging the Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Charging Connector Auto/Lock Mode . . . . . . . . . . 16
ScheduledCharging* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
DRIVER’S PANEL
Blind Spot Collision Warning*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) /
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Instrument Panel Dimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Reverse Parking Aid Function* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Engine Start/Stop Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock . . . 21
Automatic Door Lock/Unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Power/Heated Outside Mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Power Folding Outside Mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Headlights & High Beams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Turn Signals & Fog Lights* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Windshield / Rear Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Heated Steering Wheel Button*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Standard Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Smart Cruise Control (SCC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
AUDIO SYSTEMS
UVO eco / Android Auto™/ Apple CarPlay®Setup . . . . 29
UVO eco* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
UVO eco with Navigation* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
CENTER PANEL
Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
USB Charger*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Aux/USB/iPod®Port & Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . 32
AC Inverter*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Wireless Smartphone Charging System* . . . . . . . . . 33
Automatic Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic®Shifting . . . . . 35
Dual Clutch Transmission* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . 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-Turn Lock/Unlock All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Map/Room Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Sunvisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Hood Release Lever and Latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Fuel Filler Lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Parking Distance Warning* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Rear-Camera Display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Driver Attention Warning (DAW)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
High Voltage Battery Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Tire Mobility Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
SAFETY FEATURES
Occupant Detection System (ODS) /
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Seat Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Seat Belt Retractor Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE. . . . 45
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS. . (See Back Inside Cover Page)
ESSENTIAL FEATURES
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Air Conditioning / Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Audio System - UVO eco / Android Auto™/
Apple CarPlay®Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Audio System – UVO eco*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Audio System – UVO eco with Navigation* . . . . . . . . .31
Aux/USB/iPod®Port & Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Charging the Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cruise Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Digital Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Sport/ECO Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .08
Plug-In Hybrid Displays – UVO eco with Navigation* . . . .11
Instrument Cluster / Plug-In Hybrid Displays . . . . . . . .12
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Tire Mobility Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . 05
Windshield Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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
One Click Fuel Cap 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 at your disposal 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, 2-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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AHybrid system gauge
BFuel gauge
CSpeedometer
DWarning and indicator lights
ELCD display (including Trip computer)
FHybrid Battery SOC (State of Charge)
gauge
GDistance to empty 220
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F
A
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C
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.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
(Type A shown)

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OK
250 mi 250 mi
OFF
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km/h
Indicators & Warning Lights
High Beam Indicator
Light ON Indicator
Front Fog Light Indicator*
Master Warning Indicator
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
EV EV Mode Indicator
ECO Indicator
ORT Mode Indicator
Hybrid System Warning Indicator
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Indicator
Charging System Warning Indicator
Seat Belt Warning Indicator
Malfunction 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
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Indicator
Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Warning Indicator
Airbag Warning Indicator
Parking Brake Indicator
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Warning Indicator
Low Fuel Level Warning Indicator
Cruise Indicator*
Trunk Open Warning Indicator
Door Ajar Warning Indicator
(red color)
(yellow color)
Regenerative Brake Warning Indicator (Two separate
indicators on Instrument Cluster lit at same time)
SET Cruise SET Indicator
Icy Road Warning Indicator
LED Headlamp Warning Indicator*
Charging Cable Connection Indicator (Plug-In Hybrid)
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.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
(Type B Sport shown)

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25
32
32
PSI32
A
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)
The TPMS indicator functions as both Low Tire Pressure Light
and TPMS Malfunction Indicator. The indicator will illuminate
if 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) are 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”
•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 jam,
visible when the door is open.
• Consult your dealer for service if Low Tire Pressure Light remains illuminated after inflating
your tire(s).
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

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Plug-In Hybrid Indicators at Startup
AHybrid System Gauge —Indicates how economically the vehicle is
being driven.
•CHARGE (Blue zone): High-efficiency range
•ECO (Green zone): Normal-efficiency range
•POWER (Grey zone): Low-efficiency range
BEV Mode —Illuminates when the electric motor is powering the vehicle.
CReady —Illuminates when the hybrid system is operational. Even if the
engine is off, the vehicle can be driven.
DState of Charge (SOC) —Displays the hybrid battery charge 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 Cluster will display the following
messages:
•EV Electric Mode - Charge Depleting: The high-voltage
(hybrid) battery is used to drive the vehicle.
•HEV Hybrid mode - Charge Sustaining: The high-voltage (hybrid)
battery and gasoline engine used to drive the vehicle.
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40 100
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F
A
B
D
C
REMINDER: Avoid starting or driving the vehicle when the fuel tank is empty.
As the engine will be incapable of charging the high-voltage hybrid battery,
the battery will lose its charge and may be damaged.
EV
HEV
E
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
(Type A cluster shown)

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Trip Modes / Trip Computer
The Trip Computer is a driver information system that displays information
related to driving. 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 tripmeter,
fuel economy, MPH, energy flow, etc.
Turn-by-Turn Mode*: Displays the state of the navigation
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: Informs on
upcoming service intervals, tire pressure status, warning
messages related to TPMS, BSD malfunction and when any door
is not securely closed.
User Settings Mode: Change settings of the Driving Assist,
Doors, Lights, Sound, Convenience and Service Interval
Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations.
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
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
ACCUMULATED INFO
•Trip Information
•Average MPG
•Elapsed Time
DRIVE INFO
•Trip Information
•Average MPG
•Elapsed Time
DIGITAL SPEEDOMETER
DRIVING STYLE
ENERGY FLOW
ENGINE TEMPERATURE
Accumulated Info
Trip
Average
Timer
247.5
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17:42
mi
MPG
h
(Buttons located on Steering Wheel – Type A shown)
MODE
RES
CRUISE
CANCEL
OK
SET
MODE
RES
CRUISE
CANCEL
OK
SET
MODE
A
B

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Fuel Economy 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
Fuel Economy
There are several factors that contribute to your vehicle’s fuel
economy, including maintenance of your vehicle, driving style,
environmental conditions, vehicle weight and vehicle aerodynamics.
Below are tips on how to help improve fuel economy:
•Keep your vehicle in good condition with regular maintenance
•Don’t let the engine idle longer than necessary
•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
•Avoid placing large or heavy items on roof racks
•Avoid hilly, winding or poorly maintained roads
REMINDER: Driving range can vary depending on your vehicle’s fuel tank size,
e.g., 12-gal. vs. 24-gal., even though the MPG may be the same
For more information on Fuel Economy, you can snap the QR Code above to view a video
or refer to the Owner's Manual.
(Actual vehicle's LCD screen may vary)
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
When the Instrument Cluster LCD screen is in
the Trip Computer mode, the screen displays fuel
economy information related to the driving range
and average fuel economy.
To change modes, go to User Settings in the LCD
Instrument Cluster modes.
Average Fuel Consumption - Calculates
average* fuel consumption from the distance
driven and amount of fuel injected into the
engine / total fuel used.
FUEL ECONOMY
•
Trip Information /
Trip Computer
•
Average MPG
•
Instant MPG
TRIP A/B
•
Tripmeter
•
Average MPH
•
Elapsed Time (E/T)
DIGITAL SPEEDOMETER
DRIVING STYLE
ENERGY FLOW