KIA FORTE 2023 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide

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Cluster Voice Guidance Volume (if equipped)
You can adjust the volume of guiding beep.
Welcome Sound (if equipped)
You can set to generate the notification sound when turning on or off the instrument cluster.
Convenience (if equipped)
You can configure the features for convenience such as welcome sound and wireless
charging.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Welcome Mirror/Light (if equipped)
You can set the welcoming time on the outside rear view mirrors.
•Enable on Driver Approach: When the driver with the smart key approaches, the
welcome feature is enabled.
Wireless Charging System (if equipped)
You can set to charge your smartphone wirelessly.

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This feature is available only in smartphones that can be charged wirelessly.
Seat (if equipped)
You can configure the settings of the steering wheel or seats, such as seat position change
notification and automatic control of the steering wheel warmer.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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Seat Position Change Alert (if equipped)
You can set the system to display a notification message along with the seat image on the
screen when a seat position is changed.
Smart Posture Care (if equipped)
You can see the recommended driving posture according to your physical data, and the
clinical inspection result for your waist.
Heated/Ventilated Features (if equipped)
You can set to make the driving environment pleasant by controlling the steering wheel
warmer and driver's seat warmer/ventilation.
•Auto. Controls That Use Climate Control Settings: Automatically controls the heating
wire or ventilation for the driver's seat and steering wheel, in sync with the climate control
function.

Steering Wheel Warmer: Steering Wheel Warmer adjusts automatically based on
Climate settings.

Seat Warmer/Ventilation: Seat Warmer/Ventilation adjusts automatically based on
Climate settings.
Seating Easy Access (if equipped)
For convenience upon getting on and off, you can adjust the position of the driver's seat or
steering wheel to secure space inside the vehicle.
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Steering Easy Access: The steering wheel moves upward when getting on and off.
•Seat Slide Easy Access: Can set the distance to automatically move the driver's seat
when getting on or off.
Rear Seat Heating Control (if equipped)
You can set to enable the warmer for the rear-left and rear-right seats.
Reset (if equipped)
You can initialize all system settings in the vehicle.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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The required features cannot be initialize.

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Configuring the vehicle settings (Type2)
(if equipped)
You can configure the functions for driving and related environments.
ÝWarning
Make sure you stop the vehicle before changing settings to ensure safety.
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Vehicle settings can be changed only when the vehicle is on.

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Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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Depending on the climate control system, some functions may not be supported.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Vehicle.
The vehicle settings screen appears.
2 Configure the settings required:

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Press >
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.
Driver Assistance (if equipped)
You can set to use various systems that assist the driver for safety.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications. Refer to the car
owner's manual for details of the function.

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ÝWarning
•Be sure to always check the road conditions while driving. The Driver Assistance system
helps you drive safely and conveniently. Relying solely on the function may cause violation
of traffic rules and regulations, resulting in an accident.
•Be sure to control the vehicle by your judgment and keep traffic regulations for safety.
When the function is active, drive the vehicle with keeping eyes forward and checking the
surroundings.
•Not all warnings or functions are necessary when they are active, and they do not replace
the driver discretion under any circumstances. Stay focused on the road while driving.

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Speed Limit (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Speed Limit system.
•Speed Limit Offset: Adjusts the offset amount of the speed limit.
•Speed Limit Assist: Adjusts the vehicle set speed based on the current speed limit of the
road.
•Speed Limit Warning: Provides a warning when the speed limit is exceeded.
•Off: Disables the Speed Limit functions.
Warning Timing (if equipped)
Sets the timing of the warning.
Warning Volume (if equipped)
Sets the volume of the warning sound.
Haptic Warning (if equipped)
Sets the intensity of the steering wheel vibration warning.
Driver Attention Warning (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Driver Attention Warning system.
•Leading Vehicle Departure Alert: Alerts the driver during a stop, when the leading
vehicle departs.
ÝWarning
Be sure to always check the road conditions ahead or surroundings before departure. An
accident caused by distracted driving can be prevented.
•Inattentive Driving Warning: Provides a warning when signs of driver inattentiveness
are detected, and recommends a rest if needed.
•Safety Notice Call: When abnormal driving is detected, a Connected Services Center
representative will call to check on your safety.

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Forward Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Forward Safety system.
•Forward Cross-Traffic Safety: Provides a warning and emergency braking when a risk of
forward cross-traffic collision is detected.
•Active Assist: Provides a warning and vehicle control when a risk of forward collision is
detected.
ÝWarning
This function is only a supplemental function and it is not intended to, nor does it replace
the need for extreme care and attention of the driver. The sensing range and objects
detectable by the sensors are limited. Pay attention to the road conditions at all times.
•Warning Only: Provides a warning when a risk of forward collision is detected.
•Off: Disables the Forward Safety functions.
Lane Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Lane Safety system.
•Assist: Automatically assists with steering to help prevent the vehicle from leaving the
lane.
ÝWarning
Lane Keeping Assist is a supplementary function for safe driving and does not replace
driving. It is the responsibility of the driver to always be aware of the surroundings and
steer the vehicle.

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When the lanes are not recognized well by front view camera, always check the
surroundings because Lane Keeping Assist may not work properly.
•Warning Only: Provides a warning when the vehicle leaves the lane without operating
the turn signal switch.
•Off: Disables the Lane Safety functions.
Blind-Spot Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Blind-Spot Safety system.
•Blind-Spot View: Displays the blind-spot view in the cluster when operating the turn
signal switch.
•Safe Exit Assist: Provides a warning and door control when an approaching vehicle is
detected in the vehicle's blind spot.
•Safe Exit Warning: Provides a warning when an approaching vehicle is detected in the
vehicle's blind spot.

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ÝWarning
•Safe Exit Assist may not operate properly when a vehicle is coming rapidly two lanes
over from your vehicle or a vehicle is approaching at a fast speed from the rear in the
lane next to your vehicle.
•Safe Exit Assist may not operate properly if there is any vehicle or obstacle at the rear
area of your vehicle.
•Safe Exit Assist may be activated later than normal or may not operate properly if a
vehicle is approaching fast from the rear of your vehicle.
•Safe Exit Assist may not operate when the Blind-Spot Safety system malfunctions as
follows:
-The warning message of the Blind-Spot Safety system appears on the instrument
cluster.
-The sensors of the Blind-Spot Safety system are contaminated or covered.
-The Blind-Spot Safety system does not generate warning or generates a wrong
alert.
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Active Assist: Provides a warning and vehicle control when a risk of blind-spot collision is
detected.
ÝWarning
Always be aware of road conditions while driving and be alert for unexpected situations
even though Blind-Spot Collision Warning and Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist are
operating.
•Warning Only: Provides a warning when a risk of blind-spot collision is detected.
•Off: Disables Blind-Spot Safety function.
Parking Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Parking Safety systems.
•Camera Settings: Sets the properties of the cameras.

Display Contents: Specify information that will be displayed on the view screen.
Setting items may differ depending on the vehicle model and camera type.

Display Settings: Adjust the brightness and contrast of the view screen. To initialize all
Surround View or Rear View screen settings of the phone projection, press
Reset.
•Surround View Monitor Auto On: Automatically activates Surround View Monitor when
Parking Distance Warning is active.
•Parking Distance Warning Auto On: Automatically activates Parking Distance Warning
when traveling at low speeds.
•Rear Safety: Provides a warning and emergency braking when a risk of rear collision is
detected while reversing.

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•Rear Active Assist: Provides a warning and emergency braking when a risk of rear
collision is detected while reversing.
•Rear Warning Only: Provides a warning when a risk of rear collision is detected while
backing up.
•Off: Disables Parking Safety functions.
•Rear Cross-Traffic Safety: Provides a warning when a risk of rear cross-traffic collision is
detected while reversing. It provides vehicle control to avoid collision, depending on the
vehicle model and specifications.
ÝWarning
•Even though the vehicle is equipped the Parking Safety system, be sure to check any
obstacles in the surroundings while driving. Relying on the Parking Safety system may
cause an accident. Accordingly, be sure to control the vehicle by your judgment.
•When the sensors cannot detect any obstacles due to the detection limit, it may cause an
accident. Be sure to always check the surroundings while parking.
Drive Mode (if equipped)
You can change the vehicle settings for driving conditions.
Option A
Option B (EV only)

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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CUSTOM (if equipped)
You can set to select the drive mode optimized for the driving habits or road conditions.
•Powertrain: Select a drive mode that performs optimum engine and transmission
control depending on the driving situation.

NORMAL: Optimized for balanced comfort.

SPORT: Optimized for agile driving.
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Steering: Select a drive mode that performs optimum steering wheel control depending
on the driving situation.

NORMAL: Optimized for smooth steering.

SPORT: Optimized for agile steering.
ECO (EV only)
This is a drive mode for increasing the vehicle's fuel efficiency. You can change the climate
control mode, the active coast energy regeneration level, and speed limit settings.
NORMAL (EV only)
This is a drive mode focused on the driver and passenger's comfort. You can change the
climate control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.
SPORT (EV only)
This drive mode enables a more dynamic driving performance. You can change the climate
control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.
Drive Mode Change Alert (if equipped)
You can set how to display the notification message when the drive mode is changed.
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Detailed Alert: Displays a detailed notification message along with the vehicle image
when the drive mode is changed.
•Simple Alert: Displays the notification at the top or on the split screen when the drive
mode is changed.
•Off: When the drive mode changes, no notification is provided.

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Sport Mode Seat Support (if equipped)
Reinforces seat side bolstering to offer a sporty driving experience.
Coasting (if equipped)
You can enable coasting while driving to improve fuel efficiency. This setting allows the
transmission to disengage the engine while driving in ECO mode or SMART mode, provided
that the coasting conditions are met.
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Coasting is available only when the drive mode supports ECO or SMART mode.

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Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Reset ECO/NORMAL/SPORT (if equipped)
You can reset the drive mode settings to the default values.

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The display may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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See how to improve ECO potential by pressing the Help button from an EV (Electric
Vehicle). In most cases, a vehicle can travel a longer distance when its ECO potential score
is higher (EV only).
Active Sound (if equipped)
Turn on or off the engine sound function which generates a virtual engine sound.
Active Sound Design (if equipped)
Adjust the interior engine sound volume.