Kia Telluride 2023 Introduction User Guide

The 2023 Kia Telluride is the perfect midsize SUV, pushing the limits of style, comfort, and functionality. It’s a clear sign of Kia’s dedication to innovation and excellence in the car industry. As the most expensive model in Kia’s prestigious range, the 2023 Telluride stands out with its unique look and a host of improvements that make it stand out from its predecessors. This one-of-a-kind SUV has a stunning exterior with signature LED headlights and an unmistakable grille. The interior is spacious, made with high-quality materials and the latest technology, creating an atmosphere that is both luxurious and sophisticated. This SUV can fit up to eight people and is perfect for those who want to go on adventures or just relax at home. In addition to looking good, the 2023 Telluride puts safety and security first by having modern driver-assistance systems that show how committed Kia is to protecting its passengers. It has a strong V6 engine that gives it strong performance and the ability to tow, and you can choose the all-wheel drive for added confidence in a variety of driving situations. Our in-depth guide takes you on a fascinating tour of the 2023 Kia Telluride’s most important parts, including its performance specs, outer and interior features, and a big-picture look at Kia’s efforts to reinvent the midsize SUV experience.

2023 Kia Telluride Specs, Price, Features and Mileage (Brochure)

Fuel requirements

Your new vehicle is designed to use only unleaded fuel having a pump octane number ((R+M)/2) of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. (Do not use methanol blended fuels.)
Your new vehicle is designed to obtain maximum performance with UNLEADED FUEL, as well as minimize exhaust emissions and spark plug fouling. Never add any fuel system cleaning agents to the fuel tank other than what has been specified. (Consult an authorized Kia dealer for details.)

• Tighten the cap until it clicks one time, otherwise, the Check Engine warning light will appear.

WARNING

Refueling

• Do not “top off” after the nozzle automatically shuts off. Attempts to force more fuel into the tank can cause fuel overflow onto you and the ground causing a risk of fire.
•  Always check that the fuel cap is installed securely to prevent fuel spillage, especially in the event of an accident.

Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol
Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and ethanol (also known as grain alcohol), and gasoline or gasohol containing methanol (also known as wood alcohol) are being marketed along with or instead of leaded or unleaded gasoline. Pursuant to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, ethanol may be used in your vehicle.
Do not use gasohol containing more than 15% ethanol, and do not use gasoline or gasohol containing any methanol. Ethanol provides less energy than gasoline and it attracts water, and it is thus likely to reduce your fuel efficiency and could lower your MPG results.
Methanol may cause drivability problems and damage to the fuel system, engine control system and emission control system.
Discontinue using gasohol of any kind if drivability problems occur.
Vehicle damage or drivability problems may not be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty if they result from the use of:

1. Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol.
2. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol.
3. Gasohol containing more than 15%ethanol.

“E85” fuel is an alternative fuel comprised of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline and is manufactured exclusively for use in Flexible Fuel Vehicles. “E85” is not compatible with your vehicle. Use of
“E85” may result in poor engine performance and damage to your vehicle’s engine and fuel system. Kia recommends that customers do not use fuel with an ethanol content exceeding 15%.

NOTICE
Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover damage to the fuel system or any performance problems caused by the use of “E85” fuel.

NOTICE
Never use any fuel containing methanol. Discontinue use of any methanol-containing product that may inhibit proper drivability.

Other fuels
Using fuels that contain Silicone (Si), MMT (Manganese, Mn), Ferrocene (Fe), and Other metallic additives, may cause vehicle and engine damage or cause misfiring, poor acceleration, engine stalling, catalyst melting, clogging, abnormal corrosion, life cycle reduction, etc.
Also, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(MIL) may appear.

NOTICE
Damage to the fuel system or performance problems caused by the use of these fuels may not be covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Gasoline containing MMT

Some gasoline contains harmful manganese-based fuel additives Such as MMT (Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tri-carbonyl). Kia does not recommend the use of gasoline containing MMT. This type of fuel can reduce vehicle performance and affect your emission control system. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on the cluster may come on.
Do not use methanol
Fuels containing methanol (wood alcohol) should not be used in your vehicle. This type of fuel can reduce vehicle performance and damage components of the fuel system, engine control system and emission control system.

Fuel Additives

Kia recommends that you use good quality gasoline treated with detergent additives such as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline, which help prevent deposit formation in the engine. This gasoline will help the engine run cleaner and enhance the performance of the emission control system.
For more information on TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline, please go to the website (www.toptiergas.com) For customers who do not use TOP TIER Deter-gent Gasoline regularly, and have problems starting or the engine does not run smoothly, additives that you can buy separately may be added to the gasoline.
If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive should be added to the fuel tank at every 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or every engine oil change is recommended. Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.

2023 Kia Telluride Specs, Price, Features and Mileage (Brochure)

Operation in foreign countries

If you are going to drive your vehicle in another country, be sure to:

• Observe all regulations regarding registration and insurance.
•  Determine that acceptable fuel is available.

Vehicle modifications

This vehicle should not be modified. Modification of your vehicle could affect its performance, safety or durability and may even violate governmental safety and emissions regulations.

NOTICE
Damage or performance problems resulting from any modification may not be covered under warranty.

CAUTION
If you use unauthorized electronic devices, it may cause the vehicle to operate abnormally, wire damage, battery discharge and fire. For your safety, do not use unauthorized electronic devices.

Vehicle break-in process

By following a few simple precautions for the first 600 miles (1,000 km) you may add to the performance, economy and life of your vehicle.

• Do not race the engine.
•  While driving, keep your engine speed (rpm, or revolutions per minute) between 2,000 rpm and 4,000 rpm.
•  Do not maintain a single speed for long periods of time, either fast or slow. Varying engine speed is needed to properly break in the engine.
•  Avoid hard stops, except in emergencies, to allow the brakes to seat properly.
•  Don’t tow a trailer during the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of operation.
•  Fuel economy and engine performance may vary depending on the vehicle break-in process and be stabilized after 4,000 miles (6,000 km). New engines may consume more oil during the vehicle break-in period.

Risk of fire or burns when parking or stopping vehicle

• Do not park or stop the vehicle near flammable items such as leaves, paper, oil, and tire. Such items placed near the exhaust system can become a fire hazard.
•  When an engine idles at a high rpm with the rear side of the vehicle in close proximity of the wall, heat of the exhaust gas can cause discoloration or fire. Keep enough space between the rear part of the vehicle and the wall.
•  Be sure not to touch the exhaust/catalytic systems while the engine is running or right after the engine is turned off. There is a risk of burns since the systems are extremely hot.

Vehicle handling instructions

As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control, an accident or vehicle rollover. Specific design characteristics (higher ground clearance, track, etc.) give this vehicle a higher center of gravity than other types of vehicles. In other words they are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional 2-wheel drive vehicles. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. Again, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control, an accident or vehicle rollover. Be sure to read the “Reducing the risk of a rollover” on page 5-46 of this manual.

Vehicle data collection and Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hit-ting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
•  Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;
•  How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
•  How fast the vehicle was traveling.
  These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.
  To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.

Kia Telluride 2023 Your Vehicle at a Glance 

Exterior overview

Front view

* The actual shape may differ from the illustration.

1.  Hood
2. Headlamp
3. Front fog lamp
4.  Wheel and tire
5. Outside rearview mirror
6. Dual Wide Sunroof/Sunroof
7.  Front windshield wiper blades
8. Windows
9. Front ultrasonic sensors.

Rear view

* The actual shape may differ from the illustration.

1.  Door locks
2.  Fuel filler door
3. Rear combination lamp
4. High Mounted Stop Lamp
5. Rear window wiper blade
6. Liftgate
7. Antenna
8. Liftgate open switch
9. Wide-rear view camera
10. Rear ultrasonic sensors

Interior Overview

* The actual shape may differ from the illustration.

1. Inside door handle
2. Driver position memory button
3.  Outside rearview mirror folding
4. Outside rearview mirror selection
5. Outside rearview mirror control
6. Central Door lock/unlock switch
7. Power window switch
8. Power window lock switch/Electronic Child Safety Lock switch
9. Instrument panel illumination control switch
10. TOW mode button
11. DBC button
12. Liftgate open/close button
13.  ESC Off button
14. Steering wheel
15.  Tilt and telescopic steering control lever
16. Brake pedal
17. Hood release lever
18. Inner fuse panel
19. Seat

Instrument panel overview

* The actual shape may differ from the illustration.

1. Driver’s front air bag
2.  Horn
3. Instrument cluster
4. Wiper and washer control lever
5. ENGINE START/STOP button
6. Driving Assist button
7. Hazard warning flasher
8. Climate control system
9. Shift lever
10. Front seat warmer switch
11. Front seat air ventilation switch
12. Power outlet
13. USB port
14. USB charger
15. AWD mode dial/Drive mode dial
16.  AUTO HOLD button
17. EPB switch
18. Parking Safety button
19. Parking/View button
20. ISG system Off button
21. . AC inverter
22. Center console storage box
23. Cup holder
24.  Glove box
25. Passenger’s front air bag
26. Lighting control lever

Engine compartment

* The actual engine cover in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Air cleaner
5. Fuse box
6.  Negative battery terminal
7.  Positive battery terminal
8. Engine oil dipstick
9. Radiator cap
10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

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