Kia Picanto: Lighting / Lighting control
The light switch has a Headlight and a Parking light position.
To operate the lights, turn the knob at the end of the control lever to one of the following positions:
1. Off position
2. Auto light position (if equipped)
3. Parking light position
4. Headlight position
Parking light position
When the light switch is in the parking light position (3rd position), the tail position, license and instrument panel lights will turn ON.
Headlight position
When the light switch is in the headlight position (4th position), the head, tail, position, license and instrument panel lights are ON.
NOTICE
The ignition switch must be in the ON position to turn on the headlights.
Auto light position
When the light switch is in the AUTO light position, the taillights and headlights will be turned ON or OFF automatically depending on the amount of light outside the vehicle.
CAUTION
- Never place anything over sensor (1) located on the instrument panel, this will ensure better autolight system control.
- Don’t clean the sensor using a window cleaner, the cleanser may leave a light film which could interfere with sensor operation.
- If your vehicle has window tint or other types of metallic coating on the front windshield, the Auto light system may not work properly.
Headlight welcome function
When the headlight switch is in the ON
or AUTO position and all doors (and tailgate)
are closed and locked, if you press
the door unlock button on the transmitter
(or smart key), the headlight ...
High beam operation
To turn on the high beam headlights,
push the lever away from you when
the headlight is on. Pull it back for low
beams.
The high beam indicator will light when
the headlight high beams are ...
Other information:
Kia Picanto JA 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Map lamp bulb replacement
WARNING Prior to working on the Interior lamps, ensure that the “OFF” button is depressed to avoid burning your fingers or receiving an electric shock. 1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry the lens cover from lamp housing. 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. ...
Kia Picanto JA 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Front turn signal lamp bulb replacement (Headlamp Type A)
1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the bulb-socket from the headlamp assembly by turning the bulb-socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb-socket align with the slots on the headlamp assembly. 3. Remove the bulb from the bulbsocket by pressing it in and rotating it counterclockwis ...
