Kia Picanto: Instrument cluster / Transmission shift indicator

Automatic Transmission Shift Indicator: (if equipped)

Figure 1. Type A	Figure 2. Type B
Figure 3. Type C

This indicator shows the selected automatic transmission position, allowing you to confirm the selector setting on the instrument cluster. The following letters and numbers identify the available positions and manual-mode gears:

• P — Park: The selector is in the Park position.

• R — Reverse: The selector is in the Reverse position.

• N — Neutral: The selector is in the Neutral position.

• D — Drive: The selector is in the Drive position.

• Manual mode — 1, 2, 3, 4: The number identifies the displayed manual-mode gear.

Manual Transmission Shift Indicator: (if equipped)

Figure 4. Type A

Figure 5. Type B

The manual transmission shift indicator recommends a gear to help improve fuel economy while driving your Kia Picanto. An arrow shows the suggested direction of the change, and the accompanying number identifies the recommended gear.

• Upshift recommendations: ▲2, ▲3, ▲4 and ▲5 indicate a suggested change to a higher gear.

• Downshift recommendations: ▼2, ▼3 and ▼4 indicate a suggested change to a lower gear.

Examples: Read the arrow and number together to understand the recommendation.

▲3: The system recommends shifting up to third gear when the transmission is currently in first or second gear.

▼3: The system recommends shifting down to third gear when the transmission is currently in fourth or fifth gear.

If the system is not functioning correctly, the shift recommendation is not displayed.

Automated Manual Transmission Shift Indicator: (if equipped)

This indicator identifies the selected automated manual transmission position or gear. The display distinguishes between Reverse, Neutral, automatic Drive operation and manual mode as follows:

• R — Reverse: The transmission is in Reverse.

• N — Neutral: The transmission is in Neutral.

• Drive mode — D1, D2, D3, D4, D5: The display identifies Drive mode and the corresponding gear.

• Manual mode — 1, 2, 3, 4, 5: The number identifies the gear displayed during manual operation.

Automated Manual Transmission Shift Indicator in Manual Mode (if equipped)

In manual mode, the shift indicator recommends a higher gear when appropriate to help reduce fuel consumption. The displayed number identifies the gear being recommended.

• Upshift recommendations: ▲2, ▲3, ▲4 and ▲5 indicate the suggested higher gear.

Example: An upward arrow followed by a gear number is an upshift recommendation.

▲3: The system recommends changing up to third gear when first or second gear is currently selected.

The recommendation is not displayed if the shift indicator system is not working correctly.