Paddle shifter: (if equipped)

The paddle shift function is available when the shift lever is in the D (Drive) position or the manual mode.

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With the shift lever in the D position

The paddle shift function will operate when your Kia speed is more than 6 mph (10 km/h).

Pull the [+] or [-] paddle shifter once to shift up or down one gear and the system changes from automatic mode to manual mode.

To change back to automatic shift mode from manual shift mode, do one of the following:

  • Pull the [+] paddle shifter for more than one second

  • Move the shift lever from D (Drive) to manual gate and return it to D position again

The manual shift mode also changes back to automatic shift mode in one of following situations

  • When the accelerator pedal is gently depressed for more than 6 seconds while driving

  • When your Kia stops

With the shift lever in the manual mode

Pull the [+] or [-] paddle shifter once to shift up or down one gear.

NOTE

If you pull the [+] and [-] paddle shifters at the same time, you cannot shift the gear.