Dashboard Instructions: 2022 Kia Niro PHEV Cluster Guide
The 2022 Kia Niro PHEV Cluster Dashboard Instructions give users important information and instructions on how to use the dashboard interface of the car. The cluster has many features and controls that make driving more enjoyable and safer. They let drivers see and control many parts of the car’s performance at the same time. The cluster is where all the important information is kept. It shows guidance directions, checks the battery’s charge, and shows how much energy is being used. The intuitive design makes it easy to use, so drivers can get to the functions they need with little interruption. Whether they’re driving in the city or on a long trip, the Dashboard Instructions help drivers stay aware and in charge, which makes driving easier and gives them more peace of mind.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Type A for Hybrid
Type B for Hybrid
The actual cluster and contents of the LCD in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
- Hybrid system gauge
- Fuel gauge
- Speedometer
- Warning and indicator lights
- LCD
- Battery SOC (State of Charge) gauge
- Distance To Empty
For more details, refer to the “Gauges” in this chapter.
Type A for Plug-in Hybrid
Type B for Plug-in Hybrid
The actual cluster and contents of the LCD in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
- Hybrid system gauge
- Fuel gauge
- Speedometer
- Warning and indicator lights
- LCD
- Battery SOC (State of Charge) gauge
- Distance To Empty
For more details, refer to the “Gauges” in this chapter.
Instrument Cluster Control
Adjusting Instrument Cluster Illumination
The brightness of the instrument panel illumination is changed by pressing the illumination control button (“+” or “-”) when the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button is ON, or the taillights are turned on.
- If you hold the illumination control button (“+” or “-”), the brightness will be changed continuously.
- If the brightness reaches the maximum or minimum level, an alarm will sound.
Gauges
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle and is calibrated in kilometres per hour (km/h) and/or miles per hour (mph).
Tachometer (if equipped)
The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute (rpm).
When moving the shift lever to the “S” (SPORT) mode, the engine tachometer is displayed while switching to SPORT mode.
Use the tachometer to select the cor-rect shift points and to prevent lugging and/or over-revving the engine.
CAUTION
Do not operate the engine within the tachometer’s RED ZONE. This may cause severe engine damage.
Hybrid System Gauge
The hybrid system gauge indicates whether the current driving condition is fuel efficient or not.
- CHARGE: This shows that the energy made by the vehicle is being converted to electrical energy. (Regenerated energy)
- ECO: Shows that the vehicle is being driven in an Eco-friendly manner.
- POWER: Shows that the vehicle is exceeding the Eco-friendly range.
NOTICE
The “EV” indicator comes on or off based on the hybrid system gauge.
- “EV” indicator ON: The vehicle is using the electric motor or the gasoline engine is stopped.
- “EV” indicator OFF: The vehicle is using a gasoline engine.
Hybrid Battery SOC (State of Charge) Gauge
This gauge indicates the remaining hybrid battery power. If the SOC is near the “L (Low)” level, the vehicle automatically operates the engine to charge the battery.
However, if the Service Indicator ( ) and Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)( ) turn on when the SOC gauge is near the “L (Low)” level, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
NOTICE
Never try to start the vehicle if the fuel tank is empty. In this condition, the engine cannot charge the high-voltage battery of the hybrid system. If you try to start the vehicle when the fuel is empty, the high-voltage battery will become discharged and be damaged.
Plug-in hybrid mode indicator
CD (Charge Depleting, Electric) mode: The high-voltage (hybrid) battery is used to drive the vehicle.
AUTO mode: The AUTO mode will be automatically selected from either from Electric (CD) mode or Hybrid (CS) mode by the system according to the driv-ing condition.
CS (Charge Sustaining, Hybrid) mode: The high-voltage (hybrid) battery and gasoline engine are used to drive the vehi-cle.
A corresponding message is displayed to indicate the selected mode.
Fuel Gauge
This gauge indicates the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.
NOTICE
- The fuel tank capacity is given in chapter 8.
- The fuel gauge is supplemented by a low fuel warning light which will illuminate when the fuel tank is nearly empty.
- On inclines or curves, the fuel gauge pointer may fluctuate or the low fuel warning light may come on earlier than usual due to the movement of fuel in the tank.
NOTICE – Fuel gauge
Running out of fuel can expose vehi-cle occupants to danger. You must obtain additional fuel as soon as possible after the warning light comes on or when the gauge indicator comes close to the “E (Empty)” level.
CAUTION – Low fuel
Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter.
NOTICE
Fuel display may not be accurate if the vehicle is being fueled while on an incline.
Distance to empty
- The distance to empty is the estimated distance the vehicle can be driven with the remaining fuel.
– Distance range: 1 ~ 9,999 km or 1 ~ 9,999 mi. - If the estimated distance is below 1 km (1 mi.), the trip computer will display “—-” as the distance to empty.
- If the level of the remaining fuel is more than three-quarters, more than 3 litres (0.8 gallons) of fuel must be refilled for the fuel gauge to change. In other cases, more than 6 litres (1.6 gallons) of fuel must be refilled for the vehicle to change the fuel gauge.
NOTICE
- If the vehicle is not on level ground or the battery power has been interrupted, the distance to the empty function may not operate correctly.
- The distance to empty may differ from the actual driving distance as it is an estimate of the available driving distance.
- The fuel economy and distance to empty may vary significantly based on driving conditions, driv-ing habits, and vehicle condition.
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Odometer
The odometer Indicates the total distance that the vehicle has been driven and should be used to determine when periodic maintenance should be performed.
– Odometer range : 1,599,999 kilo-meters or 0 ~ 999,999 miles.
Outside Temperature Gauge
This gauge indicates the current outside air temperatures by 1°C (1°F).
– Temperature range : -40 ~ 60°C (-40 ~140°F)
The outside temperature on the display may not change immediately like a general thermometer to prevent the driver from being distracted. The temperature unit (from °C to °F or from °F to °C) can be changed by using the “User Settings” mode of the LCD.
For more details, refer to “LCD” in this chapter.
Dual clutch transmission shift indicator
This indicator displays which shift lever is selected.
- Park 😛
- Reverse: R
- Neutral: N
- Drive 😀
- Sport mode: S
FAQs
The “P” indicator represents the Parking mode.
The temperature gauge shows the engine coolant temperature.
The speedometer displays the vehicle’s current speed.
The “EV” indicator lights up when the vehicle is running solely on electric power.
The “CHARGE” indicator signifies that the battery is being charged.
The fuel gauge displays the amount of fuel remaining in the tank.
The “ECO” indicator illuminates when the vehicle is being driven in an environmentally friendly manner.
The “READY” indicator indicates that the vehicle is ready to be driven.
The “BRAKE” warning light alerts the driver to any issues with the braking system.
The “AUTO HOLD” indicator signifies that the auto hold feature is active.
The “CHECK ENGINE” light alerts the driver to potential issues with the engine.
The “OIL PRESSURE” warning light alerts the driver to low oil pressure.
The “TPMS” warning light alerts the driver to low tyre pressure.
The “EPS” warning light indicates a problem with the electronic power steering system.
The “CRUISE” indicator lights up when the cruise control system is active.
Useful Links
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