KIA FORTE 2021 Quick Start Guide Base Audio

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Reference your Owner's Manual or Car Multimedia System User's Manual, for more information on these features and other features that may be equipped on your vehicle
For any questions regarding the features of your vehicle, please contact your
preferred Kia dealer or Kia Consumer Affairs at (800) 333-4542
A Quick Start Guide to Some of
Commonly Used Kia Vehicle Features
For vehicles equipped with Standard Audio Systems
To view this video on your mobile device, SNAP this QR code, or visit the listed website below
QR CODE
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†Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Drivers should remain attentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the steering-wheel-mounted controls while\
driving.Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe personal injury and death. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and any handheld devices, other equipment or vehicle systems which take the driver’s eyes, attention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or that are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle.Safety Features: No system, no matter how advanced, can compensate for all driver error and/or driving conditions. Always drive responsibly.Bluetooth® Wireless Technology: A compatible Bluetooth® wireless technology-enabled cell phone is required to use Bluetooth® wireless technology. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Kia is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. A Bluetooth® enabled cell phone is required to use Bluetooth® wireless technology.Apple CarPlay™ is a trademark of Apple Inc. iPhone®, Lightning® and iPod® are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Android Auto™, Android™ and Google Play™ are trademarks of Google, Inc. While the information contained in this guide is accurate at the time of printing, Kia may change vehicle specifications without notice in advance or after the fact, and assumes no liability in connection with such changes.
Pair Your Phone via Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
NOTE: Vehicle MUST be in Park
Ensure Bluetooth® wireless technology is turned “on” on your phone in order to search
Press the key next to the display or the CALL button on the steering wheel
On your phone display, select the vehicle name and pair (confirm passkey matches, or enter passkey if instructed)
Follow the instructions on your device to confirm the passkey displayed. Press Ok or Pair to complete pairing. Be sure to allow phonebook download and future autoconnection on your phone
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Voice buttonIf Android Auto is connected, activates or ends the device's voice recognition.
If Apple CarPlay is connected, acti vates or ends Apple CarPlay Siri rec
ognition.
CALL buttonPress to initiate or answer a call
Using Steering Wheel Control Buttons†*
Standard Audio System Video
NOTE: If your phone is paired and connected through Bluetooth® Wireless Technology, it is necessary to select media mode to hear the video's audio
www.Youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
Your Features and Functions Guide, located in your glove box, contains much more information on these, and other available features of your Kia vehicle.
You can also view Features and Functions Videos to learn more about using the many new features of your vehicle by visiting https://www.Youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
NOTE: Ensure that only the “phone contact list” is selected for contact download (not Twitter, Facebook, or e-mail contact lists)
For any questions regarding the features of your vehicle, please contact your
preferred Kia dealer or Kia Consumer Affairs at (800) 333-4542
END CALL ButtonPress to end a call or reject an incoming call
Wipers and Washers*
Windshield Wipers & Washers Controls:Rear Wiper & Washer Controls*:
Move lever Up/Down to change Wiper modes
MIST: Single wipeOFF: Wiper offINT: Intermittent wipe
AUTO*: Auto Control functionLO: Slow wipeHI: Fast wipe
Rotate ring to adjust Intermittent Wipe Speed Push to spray and wipe
ON: Normal wipeINT*: Intermittent wipeOFF: Wiper off
Rotate Rear Wiper Switch to change Wiper modesPull to spray and wipe
Faster
Slower
Push to spray and wipe
Pull lever to spray and wipe
Move button to adjustIntermittent Wipe
Move lever Up/Down to change Wiper modes
MIST: Single wipeOFF: Wiper offINT: Intermittent wipe
AUTO*: Auto Control functionLO: Slow wipeHI: Fast wipe
ON: Normal wipeINT*: Intermittent wipeOFF: Wiper off
Rotate Rear Wiper Switch to change Wiper modes
Faster
Slower

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Fan speed control switch/knob*
Temperature control switch/knob*
Front windshield defroster button*
Automatic climate control button*
Recirculated air button
Climate information screen*
Air conditioning ON/OFF button
Rear windshield defroster button*
Mode selection button(s)*
Dual temperature control mode*
System OFF*
Listening to your iPod®
1 Connect an iPod® device or, if an iPod® device is already connected, repeatedly press the
key until iPod® appears on the display
NOTE: Use the iPod® cable that was supplied with your device
Listening to Music from your Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Device
1 If not already done, pair your Bluetooth® wireless technology device to the Audio System
2 Press the key, until Bluetooth® Audio is displayed on the screen
3 Press the key to scroll through music songs
4 To pause a track or song streaming from your Bluetooth® wireless technology device, press PLAY/PAUSE button on screen
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NOTE: Climate Control System options and the appearance and location of icons on the system in your vehicle may differ, as equipped
Climate Control System functions differ between systems and vehicles. Presented below are descriptions of the most common control functions:
QUICK TIPS
• Keep interior glass surfaces as clean as possible to reduce window fogging
• Defrost Mode activates A/C and opens Fresh Air Vent
• When Automatic Climate Control is set to Auto Operation, the A/C indicator will NOT illuminate. The fan speed, air intake, air flow and air conditioning may automatically be engaged at any time to reach desired temperature and reduce humidity
Automatic and Manual Defrosting / Defogging
Max Defrost:1 Select Defrost Mode2 Select Max Fan Speed3 Set Temperature to Hot
† If moisture appears on windshield, adjust Temperature Control Knob to a warmer temperature
1 Insert your media. Press the key repeatedly to scroll through a list of connected devices
Media Mode*
Media mode includes a variety of modes, such as USB, iPod®, Bluetooth® Audio, and Aux
Climate Control Systems
NOTE: Make sure that the listening volume on your mobile device is turned up
Press the key
Select the on-screen SOUND button, SOUND SETTINGS or use the tuning knob
Select the menu item (Position, Volume, Tone, Priority*, Navigation Volume*, Advanced*, Default)
Use the onscreen buttons or tuning knob to adjust settings
Press the return button to save settings. key turns the display on/off
Sound Settings
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Radio Presets
How to Save a Preset
1 Tune to the desired station and press and hold one of the preset buttons to save the AM/FM preset
Custom Key*
is a programmable key to provide quick access to one of several available system features
To Program the Custom Key
Press and hold the Custom Button
Select one of the available features you would like the Custom Key to open 2
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Android AutoTM / Apple CarPlay® Setup*
Android Auto™ compatible smartphone setup - Download the Android Auto™ app from the Google Play™ Store. Open the Android Auto™ app and proceed with the onscreen instructions to complete setup on the mobile device.
Wireless Connection setup for Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® (Standard Audio System-Value only):
1 Press the key on the audio head unit
2 Press DEVICE CONNECTION SETTINGS
3 Press PHONE PROJECTION, then ADD NEW
REMINDERS: • Android Auto™ compatibility requirements: OS Android™ 5.0 or higher, compatible Android™ smartphone and data and wireless plan for applicable feature(s)
• Apple CarPlay® compatibility requirements: Latest iOS software (above iOS 10) and data and wireless plan for applicable feature(s)
• It is recommended to always update your phone to the latest operating system release
• Due to the smartphone’s battery draw when using wireless Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay®, recommend connecting the phone’s USB charger or using the wireless charger, if equipped
Defogging:1 Select Defrost Mode2 Select Max Fan Speed3 Set desired Temperature
*If equipped