KIA Niro: Driving the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle

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 Starting the vehicle

Vehicles with smart key system Carry the smart key or leave it inside the vehicle. Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied. Place the shift dial in P (Park). With the shift dial in N (Neutral), you cannot start the vehicle. De

 EV button

Whenever you press the EV button, Plug-in hybrid system drive mode will be changed in sequential as: Automatic (AUTO) mode - Hybrid (CS) mode - Electric (CD) mode. Press and hold the EV button to change to EV+ mode. Each time the mode is

 Special features

Hybrid vehicles sound different than gasoline engine vehicles. When the hybrid system operates, you may hear a sound from the hybrid battery system behind the rear seat. If you apply the accelerator pedal rapidly, you may hear an unconventional

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 Replacing license plate lamp (Bulb type)

Operation Turn off vehicle and disconnect the negative terminal from the battery. Using a screwdriver, gently pry the lamp assembly. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. Install a new bulb in the socket. Install the lamp

 Limitations of the system

The Smart Regeneration System may not operate properly in certain situations when the driving condition is beyond the performance of the front radar sensor. Driver's attention is required in such cases when the system does not react prope

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