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Kia Seltos SP2 (2021-2026) Owner's Manual / Your vehicle at a glance

Kia Seltos: Your vehicle at a glance

Contents:

Exterior overview

 Kia Seltos front exterior overview with lamps hood mirrors wheels and roof rack

Front view

* The actual shape, trim details, and equipment layout of your Kia Seltos may differ from the illustration depending on the model, market, and selected options.

The front exterior overview helps Kia Seltos owners quickly identify the main parts located around the front and side areas of the vehicle.

  1. Front side marker lamp (Maintenance) More Details

  2. Windows More Details

  3. Hood More Details

  4. Head lamp (Features of your vehicle) More Details

    Head lamp (Maintenance) More Details

  5. Front fog lamp (Features of your vehicle) More Details

    Front fog lamp (Maintenance) More Details

  6. Wheel and tire (Maintenance) More Details

    Wheel and tire (Specification) More Details

  7. Outside rear view mirror More Details

  8. Sunroof More Details

  9. Front windshield wiper blades (Features of your vehicle) More Details

    Front windshield wiper blades (Maintenance) More Details

  10. Roof rack More Details

Kia Seltos rear exterior overview with antenna liftgate lamps fuel filler door and rear camera

Rear view

* The actual shape and rear equipment of your Kia Seltos may differ from the illustration depending on specification and vehicle configuration.

The rear view overview shows important exterior components that may be used for access, visibility, lighting, parking assistance, and regular maintenance.

  1. Antenna More Details

  2. Door locks More Details

  3. Fuel filler door More Details

  4. Rear combination lamp (Maintenance) More Details

  5. Back up lamp (Maintenance) More Details

  6. High Mounted Stop Lamp (Maintenance) More Details

  7. Rear window wiper (Feature of your vehicle) More Details

    Rear window wiper (Maintenance) More Details

  8. Liftgate More Details, More Details

  9. Wide-rear view camera More Details

Interior overview

Kia Seltos interior overview with driver controls pedals switches seats and storage areas

* The actual interior layout of your Kia Seltos may differ from the illustration depending on trim level, installed features, and regional specification.

The interior overview is designed to help the driver become familiar with the main controls before driving. Knowing the location of switches, levers, pedals, and storage areas makes daily operation of the Kia Seltos easier and safer.

  1. Inside door handle More Details

  2. Driver’s memory seat button More Details

  3. Outside rear view mirror control switch More Details

  4. Central door lock/unlock switch More Details

  5. Power window switch More Details

  6. Power window lock button More Details

  7. Instrument panel illumination control switch More Details

  8. Brake pedal More Details

  9. ISG OFF button More Details

  10. Power liftgate open/close button More Details

  11. ESC OFF button More Details

  12. Shift lever More Details, More Details

  13. Steering wheel More Details

  14. Tilt and telescopic steering control lever More Details

  15. Inner fuse panel More Details

  16. Hood release lever More Details

  17. Fuel filler door open lever More Details

  18. Seat More Details

Instrument panel overview

Kia Seltos instrument panel overview with steering wheel cluster infotainment screen climate controls and console buttons

* The actual instrument panel of your Kia Seltos may differ from the illustration depending on vehicle equipment, infotainment system, and optional features.

The instrument panel overview identifies the controls and displays most often used by the driver and front passenger. Before operating the Kia Seltos, take a moment to locate the main buttons, warning controls, infotainment screen, climate system, and safety-related switches.

  1. Audio remote control button

    (Refer to "Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide".)

  2. Driver's front air bag More Details

  3. Horn More Details

  4. Driving Assist button More Details

  5. Instrument cluster More Details

  6. Light control/Turn signals lever More Details

  7. Wiper and washer control lever More Details

  8. Ignition switch More Details

    ENGINE START/STOP button More Details

  9. Infotainment System screen

    (Refer to "Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide".)

  10. Hazard warning flasher More Details

  11. Climate control system More Details, More Details

  12. Power outlet More Details

  13. AWD mode button More Details

  14. Drive mode integrated control system knob More Details

  15. Seat warmer switch More Details

  16. Parking/View button More Details

  17. Downhill Brake Control (DBC) button More Details

  18. Wireless smart phone charging system More Details

  19. Heated steering wheel button More Details

  20. EPB switch More Details

  21. Auto Hold button More Details

  22. Center console storage box More Details

  23. USB charger More Details

  24. Glove box More Details

  25. Passenger's front air bag More Details

  26. USB port More Details

  27. Parking Safety button More Details

Engine compartment

Kia Seltos Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi engine compartment layout with reservoirs battery terminals fuse box and washer fluid

Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi

* The actual engine compartment in your Kia Seltos may differ from the illustration depending on model year, market specification, and installed equipment.

This engine compartment overview helps Kia Seltos owners identify the main service points before checking fluids, inspecting components, or discussing maintenance with a qualified technician.

  1. Engine coolant reservoir More Details

  2. Engine oil filler cap More Details

  3. Brake fluid reservoir More Details

  4. Air cleaner More Details

  5. Fuse box More Details

  6. Negative battery terminal More Details

  7. Positive battery terminal More Details

  8. Engine oil dipstick More Details

  9. Radiator cap More Details

  10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir More Details

Kia Seltos gasoline 2.0 MPI engine compartment with coolant reservoir oil cap brake fluid air cleaner battery terminals and fuse box

(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI

* The actual engine compartment in your Kia Seltos may differ from the illustration depending on vehicle configuration and regional equipment.

Before performing any visual inspection, park the Kia Seltos on a level surface, turn the engine off, allow hot parts to cool, and follow the safety instructions in the owner's manual.

  1. Engine coolant reservoir More Details

  2. Engine oil filler cap More Details

  3. Brake fluid reservoir More Details

  4. Air cleaner More Details

  5. Fuse box More Details

  6. Negative battery terminal More Details

  7. Positive battery terminal More Details

  8. Engine oil dipstick More Details

  9. Radiator cap More Details

  10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir More Details

Fuel requirements

Safety features of your Kia

Other information:

Kia Seltos SP2 (2021-2026) Owner's Manual: Light bulbs

Light bulbs are installed in various areas of the Kia Seltos to provide exterior lighting, interior illumination, and visual signals for other drivers. Properly working lamps help improve visibility, safety, and communication on the road. Bulb replacement precaution Keep spare bulbs with the correct wattage rating available in case replacement is needed during an emergency.

Kia Seltos SP2 (2021-2026) Owner's Manual: Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) system

The Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) system in the Kia Seltos provides additional support for vehicle stability and steering response under certain driving conditions. VSM may assist in the following situations: When driving on a slippery road surface. When the system detects a difference in traction between the left and right wheels.