Kia EV6: Controls and features / Switching between panels

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Figure 1. Infotainment control panel
Kia EV6 infotainment control panel interface
Figure 2. Climate control panel
Kia EV6 climate control panel and touch controls

Press the switchable controller button to choose the desired Kia EV6 control panel mode.

The selected control panel icon appears on the display and the panel changes accordingly.

  • The knob display changes automatically according to the selected Kia EV6 control panel mode.

Setting the default mode

Kia EV6 switchable controller default mode settings

Press and hold the button to select the Kia EV6 controller’s default operating mode.

  • After configuration, the control panel automatically returns to the selected default mode after a short period, even if another mode was temporarily selected.

  • If the default mode is set to OFF, the Kia EV6 control panel displays the most recently used mode.

Automatic heating and air conditioning (A/C) operation

  1. Press the AUTO button.

    The Kia EV6 climate system automatically controls air flow modes, fan speed, air intake selection, and air conditioning operation according to the selected temperature setting.

    Kia EV6 automatic climate control AUTO mode operation
  2. Turn the Kia EV6 temperature control knob to the desired cabin temperature.

    Kia EV6 temperature adjustment controls for automatic climate system
  • To deactivate Kia EV6 automatic climate operation, select any of the following buttons or controls manually:

    • Mode selection button

    • Air conditioning button

    • Front windshield defroster button (press the button once more to deactivate the windshield defroster function. The AUTO indicator appears again on the display.)

    • Air intake control button

    • Fan speed control switch

      The selected Kia EV6 function operates manually, while all remaining climate functions continue operating automatically.

  • For maximum Kia EV6 climate control efficiency and passenger comfort, use the AUTO mode and set the cabin temperature to approximately 72 °F (22 °C).

Level

Indicator

LCD Display

Air flow

High

Kia EV6 high AUTO climate control setting indicator
Kia EV6 high automatic airflow LCD display

2–8

Medium

Kia EV6 medium AUTO climate control setting indicator
Kia EV6 medium automatic airflow LCD display

1–6

Low

Kia EV6 low AUTO climate control setting indicator
Kia EV6 low automatic airflow LCD display

1–4

NOTE

Do not place objects over the Kia EV6 climate control sensor located on the instrument panel. Blocking the sensor may reduce automatic heating and cooling performance.

Kia EV6 automatic climate control sensor location

Manual heating and air conditioning (A/C) operation ➤

Other information:

Kia EV6 2022-2026 Owner's Manual: 1. Setting

To enable the Kia EV6 Smart Liftgate with Auto Open feature, navigate to Setup > Vehicle > Door > Smart Liftgate with Auto Open within the infotainment system settings menu. 2. Detect and Alert If you stand within the detection zone located approximately 20–40 inches (50–100 cm) behind the Kia EV6 while carrying the smart key, the hazard warning lights will flash and a warning chime will sound.

Kia EV6 2022-2026 Owner's Manual: If the distance to empty is insufficient

If the Kia EV6 battery warning light turns ON, recharge the vehicle as soon as possible at the nearest available charging station. Drive efficiently according to the recommended operating tips for improving Kia EV6 driving range and energy efficiency. If the remaining battery level reaches 0%, avoid driving unnecessarily and move the Kia EV6 to a safe location before requesting assistance.

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