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Kia Telluride: Lighting / Headlight delay function

If the vehicle is switched to the OFF or ACC position while the headlamps are on, both the headlamps and position lamps will remain illuminated for approximately five minutes, helping light your path after leaving the vehicle.

After the vehicle is turned off, opening and then closing the driver's door will cause the headlamps and position lamps to switch off automatically after approximately 15 seconds.

You can also turn the lights off sooner by pressing the smart key's lock button twice or by moving the lighting switch to the OFF position. If the switch is moved to the AUTO position while ambient lighting conditions remain dark, the headlamps may continue operating automatically.

The headlight delay feature can be enabled or disabled through the Settings menu on the infotainment system display. If your Kia Telluride is equipped with additional navigation or multimedia functions, refer to the separate infotainment manual for detailed instructions.

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If the driver exits the Kia Telluride through a door other than the driver's door, the battery saver function may not activate and the headlight delay function may not switch the lights off automatically.

To avoid discharging the 12-volt battery in this situation, turn the headlamps off manually before leaving the vehicle.

Battery saver function

This feature is designed to protect the vehicle battery from excessive discharge if the exterior lights are accidentally left on. Once the engine is turned off and the driver's door is opened, the system automatically switches off the position lamps...

Daytime running light (DRL)

The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system helps improve the visibility of your Kia Telluride to other motorists during daylight driving. DRLs are particularly beneficial during early morning hours, late afternoon, overcast weather, and other situations where additional vehicle visibility enhances ro..

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Kia Telluride (LQ2, 2027-2026) Owner's Manual: Camera cleaning system

If the rear camera lens becomes dirty, the image shown on the display may appear unclear or blurred. Use the washer system to help clean the camera and restore better rear visibility. To spray washer fluid onto the rear camera, push the wiper lever toward the instrument cluster.

Kia Telluride (LQ2, 2027-2026) Owner's Manual: Direct Oncoming function

The Direct Oncoming function of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist helps monitor vehicles approaching from the opposite direction. In the Kia Telluride, this function may respond through the following operating stages: Collision Warning Emergency Braking Stopping vehicle and ending brake control Collision Warning Collision Warning Collision Warning can alert the driver with a blinking Forward Safety warning light (), a warning message, an audible warning, and steering wheel vibration when the system identifies a possible direct oncoming collision.