KIA Stinger (2018 year). Instruction — part 15

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To cancel or reset the Auto Defogging
System
Press the front windshield defroster
button for 3 seconds when the igni-
tion switch is in the ON position.
When the ADS system is canceled,
Indicator on the button will blink 3
times per 0.5 sec and the position
“ADS OFF” will be displayed on the
climate control information screen.
When the ADS system is reset,
Indicator on the button will blink 6
times per 0.25sec and the position
“ADS OFF” will be disappeared on
the climate control information
screen.
You can set or release the Auto
Defogging System on the AVN
Climate Information selection screen.
If the battery is discharged or
detached, the auto defogging system
will be reset. Adjust the feature
accordingly.
Do not remove the sensor cover locat-
ed on the upper end of the passenger
side windshield glass. Damage to the
system parts could occur and may not
be covered by your vehicle warranty.

Automatic ventilation
(if equipped)

The system automatically selects the
outside (fresh) air position when the
climate control system operates over
a certain period of time (approxi-
mately 30 minutes) in low tempera-
ture with the recirculated air position
selected.

To cancel or reset the Automatic
Ventilation

When the air conditioning system is
on, select Face Level

mode and

while pressing the A/C button, press
the recirculated air position button
five times within three seconds.
When the automatic ventilation is
canceled, the indicator blinks 3
times. When the automatic ventila-
tion is activated, the indicator blinks
6 times.
If the battery is discharged or
detached, the automatic ventilation
will be reset. Adjust the feature
accordingly.

Smart ventilation (if equipped)

The smart ventilation system main-
tains pleasant/fresh air condition
inside the passenger compartment
by automatically detecting/controlling
the temperature, humidity, when you
drive the vehicle with the climate
control system in the OFF position.
When the smart ventilation system
starts to operate, the message,
“SMART VENTILATION ON”
appears for 5 seconds.
• The smart ventilation system stops

operating, when the OFF button of
the climate control system is
selected.

• The smart ventilation system stops

operating, when any button of the
climate control system is selected
for operation.

• The smart ventilation system may

not operate, when the vehicle is
driven at low speed.

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STORAGE COMPARTMENTS

These compartments can be used to
store small items required by the
driver or passengers.

• To avoid possible theft, do not

leave valuables in the storage
compartment.

• Always keep the storage compart-

ment covers closed while driving.
Do not attempt to place so many
items in the storage compartment
that the storage compartment
cover can not close securely.

Center console storage

To open the center console storage,
pull up the lever.

Glove box

The glove box can be locked and
unlocked with a master key (1). (if
equipped)
To open the glove box, pull the lever
(2) and the glove box will automati-
cally open. Close the glove box after
use.

WARNING

-

Flammable
materials

Do not store, propane cylinders
or other flammable/explosive
materials in the vehicle. These
items may catch fire and/or
explode if the vehicle is
exposed to hot temperatures for
extended periods.

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✽

NOTICE

If the temperature control knob is in
the warm or hot position, warm or
hot air will flow into the glove box.

Sunglass holder

To open the sunglass holder, press
the cover and the holder will slowly
open. Place your sunglasses with the
lenses facing out.
To close the sunglass holder push it up.

WARNING -

Glove Box

To reduce the risk of injury in an
accident or sudden stop, always
keep the glove box door closed
while driving.

WARNING

- Sunglass

holder

Do not keep objects except sun-
glasses inside the sunglass
holder. Heavier objects can be
thrown from the holder in the
event of a sudden stop or an
accident, possibly injuring the
passengers.

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Cup holder

Cups or small beverage cans may be
placed in the cup holders.

INTERIOR FEATURES

WARNING

-

Hot liquids

Do not place uncovered cups
with hot liquid in the cup holder
while the vehicle is in motion. If
the hot liquid spills, you may
burn yourself. Such a burn to
the driver could lead to loss of
control of the vehicle.

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■ Front seat

■ Rear seat

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CAUTION

Keep your drinks sealed while
driving to prevent spilling your
drink. If liquid spills, it may get
into the vehicle's electrical/elec-
tronic system and damage elec-
trical/electronic parts.

CAUTION

When cleaning spilled liquids,
do not use heat to dry the cup
holders. This may damage the
cup holder.

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Seat warmer (if equipped)

Temperature control (Manual)

• Each time you push up or press

the switch, the temperature setting
of the seat will change as follows :

■ Front seat

■ Rear seat

• The seat warmer defaults to the

OFF position whenever the ignition
switch is turned on.

▼

OFF

→HIGH(

)

→MIDDLE(

)

→LOW(

)

→

OFF

→HIGH(

)

→MIDDLE(

)

→LOW(

)

→

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The seat warmer is provided to
warm the front seats during cold
weather. With the ignition switch in
the ON position, push up either of
the switches to warm the driver's
seat or the front passenger's seat.
During mild weather or under condi-
tions where the operation of the seat
warmer is not needed, keep the
switches in the “OFF” position.

■ Rear seat

■ Front seat

• Type A

• Type B

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Temperature control(Automatic)

The seat warmer starts to automati-
cally control the seat temperature in
order to prevent low-temperature
burns after being manually turned
ON.

You may manually push up the but-
ton to increase the seat temperature.
However, it soon returns to the auto-
matic mode again.
• When pushing up the switch for

more than 1.5 seconds with the
seat warmer operating, the seat
warmer will turn OFF.

• The seat warmer defaults to the

OFF position whenever the Engine
Start/Stop button is in the ON posi-
tion.

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✽

NOTICE

With the seat warmer switch in the
ON position, the heating system in
the seat turns off or on automatically
depending on the seat temperature.

Air ventilation seat (if equipped)

The temperature setting of the seat
changes according to the switch
position.
• If you want to ventilate your seat

cushion, push down the switch
(blue color).

• Each time you push down the but-

ton, the airflow will change as fol-
lows:

▼

WARNING

- Seat warmer

burns

The seat warmer may cause
burns, even at low tempera-
tures, if used over a long period
of time. Never allow passengers
who may not be able to take
care of themselves to be
exposed to the risk of seat
heater burns. These include:
1. Infants, children, elderly or

disabled persons, or hospital
outpatients

2. Persons with sensitive skin

or those that burn easily

3. Fatigued individuals
4. Intoxicated individuals
5. Individuals taking medication

that can cause drowsiness or
sleepiness (sleeping pills,
cold tablets, etc.)

OFF

→HIGH(

)

→MIDDLE(

)

→LOW(

)

→

→

30min

60min

OFF

→HIGH(

)

→MIDDLE(

)

→LOW( )

→

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• The seat warmer (with air ventila-

tion) defaults to the OFF position
whenever the ignition switch is
turned on.

Sunvisor

Use the sunvisor to shield direct light
through the front or side windows.
To use the sunvisor, pull it downward.
To use the sunvisor for the side win-
dow, pull it downward, unsnap it from
the bracket (1) and swing it to the
side (2).
To use the vanity mirror, pull down the
visor and slide the mirror cover (3).
Adjust the sunvisor extension for-
ward or backward (4).
The ticket holder (5) is provided for
holding a tollgate ticket. (if equipped)

* The actual sunvisor lamp in the vehi-

cle may differ from the illustration.

CAUTION

- Vanity mirror

lamp

If you use the vanity mirror lamp,
turn off the lamp before return-
ing the sunvisor to its original
position, otherwise it could
result in battery discharge and
possible sunvisor damage.

CAUTION

- Seat damage

• When cleaning the seats, do

not use an organic solvent
such as paint thinner, ben-
zene, alcohol and gasoline.
Doing so may damage the air
ventilation seat.

• Do not place heavy or sharp

objects on the seat. Those
things may damage the air
ventilation seat.

• Be careful not to spill liquid

such as water or beverages on
the seat. If you spill some liquid,
wipe the seat with a dry towel.
Before using the air ventilation
seat, dry the seat completely.

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Power outlet

The power outlet is designed to pro-
vide power for mobile devices.
The devices should draw less than
10 amps with the engine running.

• Use the power outlet only when the

engine is running and remove the
accessory plug after use. Using the
accessory plug for prolonged peri-
ods of time with the engine off could
cause the battery to discharge.

• Only use 12V electric accessories

which are less than 10A in electric
capacity.

• Adjust the air-conditioner or heater

to the lowest operating level when
using the power outlet.

• Close the cover when not in use.
• Some electronic devices can cause

electronic interference when
plugged into a vehicle’s power out-
let. These devices may cause
excessive audio static and malfunc-
tions in other electronic systems or
devices used in your vehicle.

• Push the plug in as far as it will go.

If good contact is not made, the
plug may overheat and the fuse
may open.

• Plug in battery equipped electronic

devices with reverse current protec-
tion. The current from the battery
may flow into the vehicle’s electri
cal/electronic system and cause
system malfunction.

WARNING -

Electric shock

Do not put a finger or a foreign
element (pen, etc.) into a power
outlet and do not touch with a
wet hand. You may receive an
electric shock.

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■ Type A

■ Type B

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USB charger

The USB charger is designed to
recharge devices using a USB cable.
The electrical devices can be
recharged when the Engine Start/Stop
button is in ACC/ON/START position.
The battery charging state may be
monitored on the electrical device.
Disconnect the USB cable from the
USB port after use.

• Some devices are not supported

for fast charging but will be
charged with normal speed.

• Use the USB charger when the

engine is running to prevent bat-
tery discharge.

• Only devices that fits the USB port

can be used.

• The USB charger can be used only

for battery charging purposes.

• Battery chargers cannot be

charged.

Coat hook (if equipped)

❈ This actual feature may differ from the illus-

tration.

To use the coat hook, pull down the
upper portion of hanger.

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■ Type A

■ Type B

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Floor mat anchor (s)
(if equipped)

When using a floor mat on the front
floor carpet, make sure it attaches to
the floor mat anchor(s) in your vehi-
cle. This keeps the floor mat from
sliding forward.

WARNING

Do not hang other objects such
as hangers or hard objects
except clothes. Also, do not put
heavy,

sharp or breakable

objects in the clothe pockets. In
an accident or when the curtain
air bag is inflated, it may cause
vehicle damage or personal
injury.

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CAUTION -

Hanging
clothing

Do not hang heavy clothes, since
those may damage the hook.

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WARNING -

After market
floor mat

Do not install aftermarket floor
mats that are not capable of
being securely attached to the
vehicle's floor mat anchors.
Unsecured floor mats can inter-
fere with pedal operation.

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The following must be observed
when installing ANY floor mat to the
vehicle.
• Ensure that the floor mats are

securely attached to the vehicle's
floor mat anchor(s) before driving
the vehicle.

• Do not use ANY floor mat that can-

not be firmly attached to the vehi-
cle's floor mat anchors.

• Do not stack floor mats on top of

one another (e.g. all-weather rub-
ber mat on top of a carpeted floor
mat). Only a single floor mat should
be installed in each position.

Luggage net (holder)
(if equipped)

To keep items from shifting in the
cargo area, you can use the holders
located in the cargo area to attach
the luggage net.

WARNING

To avoid eye injury, DO NOT
overstretch the luggage net.
ALWAYS keep your face and
body out of the luggage net’s
recoil path. DO NOT use the lug-
gage net when the strap has vis-
ible signs of wear or damage.

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CAUTION

To prevent damage to the goods
or the vehicle, care should be
taken when carrying fragile or
bulky objects in the luggage
compartment.

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✽

NOTICE

If you install an after market HID
head lamp, your vehicle’s audio and
electronic device may malfunction.

❈ If your vehicle is equipped with

AVN(Audio, Video and Navigation)
system, refer to a separately sup-
plied manual for detailed informa-
tion.

Antenna

Glass antenna

Your vehicle uses a glass antenna to
receive both AM and FM signals.

Shark fin antenna

The shark fin antenna will receive the
transmit data.

AUDIO SYSTEM

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CAUTION

• Do not clean the inside of the

rear window glass or quarter
glass with a cleaner or use a
scraper to remove any foreign
deposits as this may cause
damage to the antenna ele-
ments.

• Avoid adding metallic coating

such as Ni, Cd, and so on.
These can interfere with
AM/FM reception.

• To prevent damage to the rear

glass antenna, never use sharp
instruments or window cleaner
containing abrasives to clean
the window. Clean the inside
surface of the rear glass win-
dow with a piece of soft cloth.

• When putting a sticker on the

inside surface of the rear win-
dow, be careful not to damage
to the rear glass antenna.

• Do not put sharp instruments

nearby the rear glass antenna.

• Tinted rear window may affect

the proper functioning of the
antenna.

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AUX, USB port

You can use an AUX port to connect
audio devices and an USB port to
plug in an USB or iPod

®

.

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✽

NOTICE

When using a portable audio device
connected to the power outlet, noise
may occur during playback. If this
happens, use the power source of the
portable audio device.

*

iPod

®

is a trademark of Apple Inc.

WARNING

- Distracted

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 responsibili-
ty is in the safe and legal opera-
tion of a vehicle, and use of any
handheld devices, other equip-
ment, or vehicle systems which
take the driver's eyes, attention
and focus away from the safe
operation of a vehicle or which
are not permissible by law should
never be used during operation
of the vehicle.

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Declaration of Conformity

FCC

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resi-
dential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions,may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or tel-
evision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to cor-
rect the interference by one or more of the following measures :

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Caution: Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by manufacturer could void
your authority to operate this equipment.

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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions :

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

This equipment should be installed and operatedwith minmum 20cm between the and your body. This transmitter must
not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter unless authorized to do so by the
FCC.

Driving your vehicle

Before driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

• Before entering vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
• Necessary inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
• Before starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Engine start/stop button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7

• Illuminated engine start/stop button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
• Engine start/stop button position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
• Starting the engine with a smart key . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9

Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

• Automatic transmission operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
• Good driving practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
• Launch control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18

Automatic transmission (shift-by-wire) . . . . . . . . 5-20

• Automatic transmission operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
• Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
• LCD display messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
• Good driving practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
• Launch control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-32

All Wheel Drive (AWD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35

• Using All wheel Drive (AWD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35
• Emergency precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37

Limited Slip Differential (LSD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-39
Brake system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40

• Power brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40
• Parking brake – Foot type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42
• Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-44
• Auto hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-50
• Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-53
• Anti-lock Brake System (ABS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-54
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-56
• Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-60
• Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-61
• Good braking practices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-62

Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (FCA) . . . . . 5-64

• System setting and activation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-64
• FCA warning message and system control . . . . . . . . 5-67
• Brake operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-68
• FCA front radar/camera sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-68
• System malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-70
• Limitation of the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-72

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