2021 Kia K5 Instrument Cluster | Setting Guidelines
The Kia K5 2021’s instrument cluster is an advanced and dynamic interface that is positioned strategically behind the steering wheel to give drivers access to a wide range of crucial vehicle data. Acting as the hub, it provides vital information and data in real time to improve driving while guaranteeing convenience and safety. The instrument panel of the Kia K5 is a modern and user-friendly design that combines digital gauges and analog displays. It provides a multitude of information, such as vehicle settings, navigation prompts, speed, RPM, fuel level, and critical warning indicators for different systems.
Through its user-friendly interface, this instrument panel facilitates a smooth and seamless connection between the driver and the vehicle, serving as more than just a display. The speed with which it can transmit vital information enhances the safety, comfort, and general driving experience of the Kia K5 2021.
Instrument cluster
Conventional cluster (Type A)
Full LCD cluster (Type B)
* The actual cluster in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
- Tachometer
- Speedometer
- Engine coolant temperature gauge
- Fuel gauge
- LCD display (including Trip computer)
- Warning and indicator lights
Instrument cluster (if equipped)
The full LCD type cluster provides two themes.
Theme A
Theme A is the basic theme of the full LCD type cluster and provides different graphic styles depending on drive mode.
Theme B
Theme B is set by the user and provides digital display. The background screen changes according to the weather and time.
- Weather: sunny, cloudy, rainy, or snowy (4 types)
- Time: night, day, sunrise and sunset (4 types)
You can change the theme by selecting “Vehicle →Instrument Cluster Setting →Theme Selection” on the menu.
CAUTION
The information is displayed after getting information from a weather information provider via GPS. Depending on conditions of GPS reception, the information may be different from the current weather in your area.
If no information is received via GPS (e.g., not subscribed to UVO service), the weather and time will be dis-played as ‘sunny’ and ‘night’ on the cluster.
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 tail lights are turned on.
WARNING
Never adjust the instrument cluster while driving. This could result in loss of control and lead to an accident that may cause DEATH, SERI-OUS INJURY, or property damage.
If you hold the illumination control button (“+” or “-“), the brightness will be changed continuously.
Gauges
The gauges display various information such as the speed of the vehicle, and so on. Speedometer
The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle and is calibrated in kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph).
Tachometer
Type A
Type B
The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute (rpm).
Use the tachometer to select the correct 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.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Type A
Type B
This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant when the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button is ON.
CAUTION
If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the “H” position, it indicates overheating that may damage the engine.
Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. If your vehicle overheats, refer to “If the engine overheats”
WARNING
Never remove the engine coolant reservoir cap when the engine is hot. The engine coolant is under pressure and could severely burn. Wait until the engine is cool before adding coolant to the reservoir.
WARNING
Engine coolant reservoir cap
Do not remove the engine coolant reservoir cap when the engine is hot. This may result in coolant being blown out of the opening and cause serious burns.
Fuel gauge
Type A
Type B
This gauge indicates the approxi-mate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.
NOTICE
- The fuel tank capacity is given in “Recommended lubricants and capacities”
- 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.
WARNING
Fuel Gauge
Running out of fuel can expose vehicle occupants to danger.
You must stop and obtain additional fuel as soon as possible after the warning light comes on or when the gauge indicator comes close to the ” E” level.
CAUTION
Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, which could damage the catalytic converter.
NOTICE
The fuel display may not be accurate if the vehicle is on an incline.
Odometer
The odometer Indicates the total distance that the vehicle has been driven and should be used to deter-mine when periodic maintenance should be performed.
- Odometer range: 0~1,599,999 km or 999,999 miles.
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 miles.
- If the estimated distance is below 1 mile (1 km), the trip computer will display “—” as distance to empty.
- If the level of the remaining fuel is more than three-quarters, more than 0.8 gallons (3 liters) of fuel must be refilled for the fuel gauge to change. In other cases, more than 1.6 gallons (6 liters) 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 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 trip computer may not register additional fuel if less than 1.6 gallons (6 liters) of fuel are added to the vehicle.
- The fuel economy and distance to empty may vary significantly based on driving conditions, driving habits, and condition of the vehicle.
Outside temperature gauge
This gauge indicates the current outside air temperatures by 1 /F (1 /C).
- Temperature range: -40 /F ~ 140 /F (-40 /C ~ 60 /C)
The outside temperature on the display may not change immediately like a general thermometer to prevent the driver from being inattentive.
To change the temperature unit (from /C to /F or from /F to /C)
The temperature unit can be changed by using the “User Set-tings” mode of the LCD Display.
* For more details, refer to “LCD display”
FAQs
The display panel behind the steering wheel that provides vital information such as fuel level, speed, and different vehicle indicators is called the instrument cluster.
An entirely digital instrument cluster that combines digital and analog-style displays is standard on the Kia K5 2021.
Yes, there is usually some degree of customization available with the Kia K5 2021. This lets drivers select what trip information, navigation prompts, and other vehicle statistics they want to see displayed.
It shows a variety of information, such as speed, RPM, fuel level, temperature, and warnings for different systems. It also displays navigation instructions.
Yes, you can usually adjust the Kia K5 2021 using the controls on the steering wheel or specific buttons located close to the cluster.For more details, refer to “LCD display”
Warning lights can be used to indicate a number of problems with the car, including low tire pressure, low fuel, engine trouble, or maintenance alerts. See the owner’s manual for more information on particulars.
Although the cluster is made to be visible in a variety of lighting situations, it may be necessary to adjust the brightness for the best readability.
Generally speaking, you can do so via the cluster’s settings menu.
Yes, it frequently shows your current fuel economy, letting you keep an eye on how well you’re driving.
Yes, it usually notifies you via mileage or time intervals when scheduled maintenance is due.
More comprehensive information is typically displayed on the central infotainment screen, though some models may display basic navigation or media information.
Different display themes or modes may be available in some versions, giving you the option to select from a variety of visual layouts.
Indeed, a lot of contemporary clusters have a night mode that modifies the color and brightness of the cluster to improve visibility at night.
It might have a simple diagnostic function that shows some car information or sounds an alarm for possible problems.
Updates to the software that improve performance or add new features to the instrument cluster may be obtained online or through Kia
dealerships
Useful Links
View Full PDF: Kia K5 2021 User Manual|Auto User Guide
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