Kia EV6: Driving your vehicle / Before driving

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• Emergency precautions

• Before operating the Kia EV6, make sure that all passengers are wearing their seat belts properly and securely.

• Sit in an upright driving position and position yourself slightly closer to the steering wheel than in a conventional vehicle. Adjust the steering wheel and seating position until you achieve a comfortable and controlled driving posture for the Kia EV6.

Driving on snow-covered or icy roads

• Start the Kia EV6 slowly by pressing the accelerator pedal gently to minimize wheel slip and maintain traction.

• Use winter tires or approved tire chains whenever driving conditions require additional traction.

• Always maintain a safe and sufficient distance between your Kia EV6 and the vehicle ahead, especially during snow or icy weather.

• The regenerative braking system can assist with vehicle control while descending hills. However, because excessive regenerative braking may make vehicle balance more difficult to control on slippery roads, avoid using Level 3 regenerative braking whenever possible in snow or ice conditions.

• Avoid excessive speed, sudden acceleration, harsh braking, and rapid steering inputs in order to reduce the risk of skidding or losing traction.

• If the Kia EV6 comes to a stop while climbing a snowy or icy hill, restarting uphill may become difficult. Maintain safe spacing from surrounding vehicles and proceed slowly and carefully.

Driving in sand or mud

• Maintain a slow and consistent driving speed when operating the Kia EV6 on sandy, muddy, or loose terrain.

• If necessary, use tire chains or traction aids while driving through deep mud conditions.

• Keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead to allow additional reaction time and avoid sudden stops.

• Reduce vehicle speed and carefully monitor changing road or terrain conditions while driving off-road.

• Avoid rapid acceleration, abrupt braking, excessive wheel spin, or aggressive steering maneuvers that could cause the Kia EV6 to become stuck.

Driving up or down hills

• Driving uphill

  • Before attempting to climb a hill, verify that the slope can be safely driven with the Kia EV6.

  • Whenever possible, drive in a straight line while ascending hills to maximize traction and vehicle stability.

• Driving downhill

  • Do not change driving modes or shift settings while descending steep hills. Select the appropriate driving mode before starting downhill travel.

  • Drive the Kia EV6 as straight as possible while descending to maintain vehicle stability and control.

Driving through water

• Whenever possible, avoid driving the Kia EV6 through deep standing water or flooded roads.

• If driving through water is unavoidable, stop the vehicle first, activate Multi Terrain mode, and proceed at speeds below 5 mph (8 km/h).

• Do not change driving modes or gear selections while driving through water.

Additional driving conditions

• Become familiar with off-road conditions and terrain characteristics before driving the Kia EV6 away from paved roads.

• Always remain alert while driving off-road and avoid hazardous terrain, unstable surfaces, or dangerous obstacles.

• Reduce driving speed when operating the Kia EV6 in strong crosswinds or heavy wind conditions.

• Slow down before entering corners or curves. AWD vehicles such as the Kia EV6 may have a higher center of gravity than some conventional 2WD vehicles, increasing rollover risk during aggressive cornering.

• Always hold the steering wheel firmly with both hands while driving the Kia EV6 off-road or on uneven terrain.

WARNING

Do not operate the Kia EV6 in driving environments that exceed the vehicle’s intended capabilities, including extreme or hazardous off-road terrain conditions beyond the design limits of the AWD system.

CAUTION

NOTE

Emergency precautions

Tires

When replacing tires on the Kia EV6, always install four tires and wheels of the same size, construction type, tread pattern, brand, and load capacity to maintain proper AWD performance, vehicle balance, and driving stability.

In emergency situations such as a punctured tire, temporarily repair the tire using the TMK (Tire Mobility Kit). After temporary repair, have the tire and wheel assembly inspected as soon as possible by an authorized Kia dealer to ensure safe operation of the Kia EV6.

Towing

AWD-equipped Kia EV6 vehicles must always be transported using flatbed towing equipment or wheel-lift equipment with dollies so that all four wheels remain completely off the ground. Improper towing methods may damage the AWD drivetrain system. For more detailed towing procedures, refer to the Kia EV6 towing section.

Vehicle inspection

• When the Kia EV6 is raised on a vehicle lift, never operate the front and rear wheels independently. All four wheels should rotate together during inspection or testing procedures.

• Never engage the parking brake while the Kia EV6 is operating on a vehicle lift, as this may damage the AWD system or drivetrain components.

Dynamometer testing

AWD versions of the Kia EV6 should ideally be tested using a dedicated four-wheel chassis dynamometer specifically designed for all-wheel-drive vehicles.

If a 2WD roll tester must be used, follow the procedure below carefully to prevent drivetrain damage.

Roll tester (Speedometer) Temporary free roller