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Kia Telluride: Driving your vehicle / Vehicle auto shut-off system: (if equipped)

The Vehicle Auto Shut-off system automatically switches the Kia Telluride off after a user-selected period of idling. This feature is intended to reduce unnecessary fuel consumption, conserve energy, and help minimize the risk associated with prolonged engine operation, including carbon monoxide exposure.

Kia Telluride instrument cluster showing the Vehicle Auto Shut-off countdown timer
  1. Vehicle will be turned off automatically in:

Approximately 10 minutes before the automatic shut-off occurs, the instrument cluster displays a warning message together with the remaining countdown time. Press the OK button on the steering wheel to reset the Vehicle Auto Shut-off timer and continue engine operation.

Activation requirements

The Vehicle Auto Shut-off system becomes active only when all of the following conditions are met:

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  • The default Vehicle Auto Shut-off timer setting is 60 minutes.

Resetting the time

You can restart and reinitialize the Vehicle Auto Shut-off timer under any of the following conditions:

Canceling the system

The Vehicle Auto Shut-off function automatically cancels when any of the following occurs:

Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)

Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) functions as an extension of the vehicle's stability control system to help the Kia Telluride maintain stability while towing...

Idle Stop and Go (ISG)

The Idle Stop & Go (ISG) system in the Kia Telluride is designed to help reduce fuel consumption by automatically stopping the engine when the vehicle is stationary and restarting it when driving conditions require engine operation again...

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Kia Telluride (LQ2, 2027-2026) Owner's Manual: Integrated memory system: (if equipped)

The Integrated Memory System allows your Kia Telluride to save and recall multiple driver preferences with a single button press, making it easy for different drivers to restore their preferred seating and driving position. Driver's seat position Outside rearview mirror position Steering wheel position Head-Up Display (HUD) settings WARNING Never operate the Integrated Memory System while your Kia Telluride is moving.

Kia Telluride (LQ2, 2027-2026) Owner's Manual: Jack and tools

Lift the floor board panel inside the rear luggage compartment to access the dedicated emergency tool storage tray containing the following service items: Scissor jack Hoist drive socket Jack extension handle Wheel lug nut wrench Wheel cover remover tool All emergency lifting equipment and service hand tools are securely organized within the foam tray beneath the Kia Telluride luggage compartment floor.