service reset KIA NIRO PHEV 2023 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide
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Using the Valet mode (if equipped)
Use the Valet mode to protect your personal information and view the vehicle information.
Valet mode protects your personal information by disabling control using the screen or
buttons. Vehicle information created during valet mode can be viewed from the Kia Connect
App.
The following vehicle-related data can be viewed from the Kia Connect App.
Valet mode start time
Engine off time
Driving distance/hours and maximum vehicle speed after valet mode activation
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To use Valet mode, make sure you install the Kia Connect App on your smartphone and
sign up for the Kia Connect Service. Use either Google Play Store or App Store (depending
on your smartphone model) to download and install the Kia Connect App and sign up for
the Kia Connect Service.
> See "Subscribing to the service."
1 On the All Menus screen, press Valet Mode.
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To access the online user's manual on the Valet Mode screen, press >
User's
Manual on Web (QR Code) and then scan the displayed QR code.
2 Enter a password to turn on the valet mode.
Your personal information is protected, as control using the screen or buttons is disabled.
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To turn off valet mode, enter the password you set when turning on the mode.
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It is not possible to turn off Valet mode if you enter your password incorrectly five
times in succession. If this occurs and you want to turn off Valet mode, use the
Kia Connect App to reset your Valet mode password. Alternatively, contact the Kia
Connect Center (844-886-9411) for assistance.
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Radio screen (Type3)
The radio screen provides various functions while listening to radio broadcasts.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Radio broadcast information
c c Can change the frequency. When you release the or button, the previous or next
channel with good reception is automatically selected (if equipped).
d d Can change the radio mode.
e e Presets list
f f You can save the current frequency to the presets list. > See "Saving radio channels (Type3)."
g g Can see the list of available radio stations.
h h Shows information on the radio station that is airing the broadcast you are listening to,
and shows the album art for the broadcast.
i i Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
j j Activate the HD Radio mode.
k k Use SoundHound to display the detailed information of the music that is \
now playing on
the radio (if equipped).
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To use the SoundHound service, subscribe to the Kia Connect service.
> See "Subscribing to the service."
l l You can change radio channels by using voice commands. > See "Changing the channel by
using voice commands."
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m m The list of menu items appears.
Display Off: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or
briefly press the power button.
Enter Station: Can select or directly enter the desired radio frequency.
Scan FM (Available only with FM): Select a broadcast of your choice after listening
briefly to broadcasts from different radio stations.
Scan AM (Available only with AM): Select a broadcast of your choice after listening
briefly to broadcasts from different radio stations.
Tune FM Manually (Available only with FM): Tune the radio frequency manually.
Tune AM Manually (Available only with AM): Tune the radio frequency manually.
Delete Presets: Can delete a registered channel from the presets list. > See "
Deleting a
registered channel."
 Reorder Presets: Rearrange the presets list.
SoundHound History: Can see recently searched music files through the
SoundHound service (if equipped).
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To use the SoundHound service, subscribe to the Kia Connect service.
> See "Subscribing to the service."
 Radio Noise (Available only with FM): Customize sound quality when listening to F\
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radio by adjusting background noise of the original sound (if equipped).
Sound Settings: Displays the system sound settings screen. > See "
Configuring the
sound settings (Type2)."
 User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to the
online user manual for the system.
Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
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The sound effect settings button may appear on the screen depending on the amp.
ÝWarning
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident,
severe bodily injury, or death. The driver's primary responsibility is the safe and legal
operation of the vehicle, and the use of any vehicle systems, including the \
touch screen and
steering wheel controls, which take the driver's eyes, attention, and focus away from the safe
operation of the vehicle, or which are not permissible by law, should never be used during
the operation of the vehicle.
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Checking maintenance service intervals (if equipped)
You can see information about the intervals for the last and next maintenance services. This
feature can help you maintain your vehicle on a regular basis.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Kia Connect >
Maintenance.
2 Check the maintenance information.
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You can see the distance driven and the number of days remaining before the
vehicle should receive maintenance again. Use the information to determine when to
perform the next maintenance service.
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To reset the information, press Reset.
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To access the online user's manual on the Maintenance screen, press >
User's
Manual on Web (QR Code) and then scan the displayed QR code.
Contacting the Kia Connect Center
You can contact a Kia Connect Center representative directly to request help or make
inquiries about using the Kia Connect services.
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The UVO service name has been changed to Kia Connect.
Perform any of the following methods:
On the All Menus screen, press Kia Connect
>
Virtual Assistant.
 Press the button on the vehicle.
l (2 Button Type) : Press the [] button on the vehicle.
l l (3 Button Type) : Press the [] button on the vehicle.
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The exact appearance or position of the button may differ depending on the vehicle
model and specifications.
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To end a call, press the button in the vehicle again or press End on the screen.
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This feature is not available during a Bluetooth call.
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Cluster (if equipped)
You can set the data to display on the instrument cluster and the volume and type for guiding
beep.
AThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Service Interval (if equipped)
You can set to guide you when to perform the vehicle inspection.
Enable Service Interval: Sets the service inspection interval. When it exceeds, the
notification is provided.
Distance: Sets the driving distance for a service.
Duration: Sets the service cycle.
Reset: Initializes the settings for distance and duration.
Energy Consumption Reset (if equipped)
You can set to automatically initialize the average fuel economy.
After Ignition: The average fuel economy is automatically initialize whenever you drive
the vehicle.
After Refueling
: The average fuel economy is automatically initialize whenever you refuel
the vehicle.
 Off: The average fuel economy initialize is unavailable.
Content Selection (if equipped)
You can set the content to display on the instrument cluster.
Gear Position Pop-up: When the gear is shifted, the information pop-up appears.
Wiper/Lights Display: When the wiper or light lever operates, the operation mode
appears.
Traffic Signs: Displays the road information such as speed bumps and speed limits.
Icy Road Warning: When the outside temperature drops below 4 °C (39 °F), the
possibility of road icing appears.
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Cluster (if equipped)
You can set the data to display on the instrument cluster and the volume and type for guiding
beep.
AThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Illumination (if equipped)
You can set the instrument cluster display brightness.
Cluster Theme Selection (if equipped)
Select and apply a theme to the cluster.
Service Interval (if equipped)
You can set to guide you when to perform the vehicle inspection.
Enable Service Interval: Sets the service inspection interval. When it exceeds, the
notification is provided.
Distance: Sets the driving distance for a service.
Duration: Sets the service cycle.
Reset: Initializes the settings for distance and duration.
Fuel Economy Reset or Energy Consumption Reset (if equipped)
You can set to automatically initialize the average fuel economy.
After Vehicle On: The average fuel economy is automatically initialize whenever you
drive the vehicle.
After refueling: The average fuel economy is automatically initialize whenever you refuel
the vehicle.
After recharging
: The average energy is automatically initialize whenever you charge the
vehicle (EV only).
 Off: The average fuel economy initialize is unavailable.
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Link Kia Connect Account
You can use various services and convenient management features when linked to the
registered Kia Connect service.
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Subscribe to Kia Connect to check the function.
> See "Subscribing to the service."
Delete Profile (if equipped)
All stored data and profile settings will be lost and the system will be reset.
Configuring the general system settings
(Type1)
You can configure general settings for date, time, language, and the like. You can also check
information of the system.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
General.
The general settings screen appears.
2 Configure the settings required:
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Press Menu >
Search for Settings or press and enter a keyword to search for a
setting item. You can also search for a setting item by voice.
SW Info/Update
You can see the versions of system components. You can also update the system to the latest
version.
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For details on how to update the system software: > see "How to Update the Map and
Software for your Infotainment System."
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System operation
SymptomPossible causeSolution
The previous media
mode does not
appear when the
system is turned off
and on. It is encountered
with poor media
connection or
playback error.
When the media source is not connected or
played normally, the previous mode appears.
Connect the media source again or play it
again.
The system slows
down or does not
operate at all. An internal error
occurs in the
system.

Restart the system by pressing the reset
button with a sharp object such as pen
or clip.
If the problem persists, contact your
place of purchase or dealer.
The system is not
turned on. Fuse-related issues

Visit an auto service shop and replace
the fuse with a new one of appropriate
capacity.
If the problem persists, contact your
place of purchase or dealer.