light KIA FORTE 2023 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide

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How to Update the Map and Software for
your Infotainment System
To ensure you are maximizing the full potential of your navigation system, we advise
updating the map and software annually. To update, visit the map update website and install
the Navigation Updater program onto your PC. Use the program to download and install the
latest map, points of interest, and software. Alternatively, you can visit your local dealership
to update.
Product specifications
Common specifications
ItemSpecifications
External dimensions
(W x H x L) 322 X 181 X 224 mm
Weight 2.33 kg
Display
ItemSpecifications
Display size AV body - 10.25 inch (243.65 x 91.37 mm)
Number of pixels AV body - 1,382,400 pixels (resolution: 1920 x 720)
Drive system TFT (Thin Film Transistor) active matrix system
Viewing angle AV body - Left/right, Horizontal/vertical: 89°
Internal lighting LED

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"Drag" gesture
Press and hold the desired item and drag it to another position.
The selected item moves to the new position.
"Swipe" gesture
Lightly swipe the screen in the desired direction.
It is used to move fast vertically or horizontally across the menu screen or options list.
"Spread/pinch" gesture
On the map screen, press and hold the screen with two fingers and spread
or pinch the fingers.
It is used to zoom in or out the map.

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Using the sound mood lamp (if equipped)
You can set to implement various lighting effects by synchronizing with the playing music.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Sound Mood Lamp.
2 Select and then change the settings.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Can turn on or off the sound mood lamp.
c c Can select various color themes. Based on the selected color theme, the \
interior
lighting changes its colors in various patterns.
d d Can select the color of the light. The selected lighting color changes into a soft glow
effect.
e e Can synchronize the light with the playing music.
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After checking Music+, music is not played back or the light does not illuminate
when muted.
f f Can adjust the brightness of the light.
g g 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.
• Reset: Can reset all the settings of the sound mood lamp.
•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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You cannot manipulate the sound mood lamp while driving.

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When a door is opened, the light automatically turns off.

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

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•Search: Can see the weather information by searching for an address.
•Forecast: Can see the weather information for today or the next 3 days.
•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.
Diagnosing the vehicle
If you are curious about whether or not there is a problem with your vehicle, you can
diagnose your vehicle. With the diagnosis result, you can also reserve a maintenance service.
1 Park your vehicle in a safe location.

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The vehicle must be stationary because some components cannot be diagnos\
ed
while driving.
2 On the All Menus screen, press UVO >
Vehicle Diagnostics.
Remote vehicle diagnosis starts.

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Keep the screen on until the diagnosed result appears. When you switch to another
screen during diagnosis, the diagnosis service is canceled.
3 See the diagnosis results and perform a required function, as follows:
•To schedule a maintenance service at a preferred Kia dealership or the nearest one,
press
Schedule Service.
•To call the UVO center for roadside assistance, press Roadside Assist.
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A diagnosis result provided by this service is only an estimated result based on the signals
from your vehicle. Visit a Kia dealership for a detailed diagnosis.

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When a critical diagnostics issue is detected on your vehicle, an automa\
tic diagnosis
starts when a warning light illuminates on the instrument cluster. You are notified of the
diagnosis result.

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Your preferred dealership must be registered on owners.kia.com for you to schedule a
maintenance service with it.

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Automatic Ventilation (if equipped)
You can set to prevent condensation inside and keep inside air pleasant using this feature.
•Auto Dehumidify: Once the inside air circulation mode has been used for a long time, it
is switched to the outside air inflow mode to prevent condensation.
Defog/Defrost Options (if equipped)
You can set to enable the defogger to secure driver visibility.
•Auto Defog: When the sensor detects fog on the windshield, the automatic ventilation is
run for defogging.
Climate Features (if equipped)
You can set or change the settings for the climate system.
•Rear Climate Controls: Used to move to the climate control screen for the rear seat. You
can check or set the climate status for the rear seat.

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For more information about controlling the rear-seat climate control system:
> see "Using the rear-seat climate control function (if equipped)"
Lights (if equipped)
You can configure the settings for vehicle lights.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Ambient Light (if equipped)
You can set the brightness and color of the ambient light.
One Touch Turn Signal (if equipped)
You can set the number of turn signal lamp flashes when the lamp lever is operated.
Headlight Delay (if equipped)
You can set to turn off the taillights and headlights in 15 seconds after turning off the vehicle
to ensure visibility.

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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 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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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.
• After Recharging: The average fuel economy is automatically initialize whenever you
charge the vehicle (EV only).
•Off: The average fuel economy initialize is unavailable.
Reset Fuel Economy (if equipped)
Select which average fuel economy to display on the cluster.
•At Vehicle Start: Displays the fuel economy after engine restart.
•After Refueling: Displays the fuel economy after refueling.
•After Recharging: Displays the fuel economy after recharging (EV only).
•Manually: Displays the accumulated fuel economy.
Content Selection (if equipped)
You can set the content to display on the instrument cluster.
•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.
•Blind-Spot View: Displays the blind spot view on the instrument cluster when the turn
signal lamp is operating.
•Icy Road Warning: When the outside temperature drops below 4 °C (39 °F), the
possibility of road icing appears.
Cluster Voice Guidance Volume (if equipped)
You can adjust the voice guidance volume of the cluster.
Welcome Sound (if equipped)
You can set to generate the notification sound when turning on or off the instrument cluster.

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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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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.
Lights (if equipped)
You can configure the settings for vehicle lights.

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

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Ambient Light (if equipped)
You can set the brightness and color of the ambient light.
One Touch Turn Signal (if equipped)
You can set the number of turn signal lamp flashes when the lamp lever is operated.
Headlight Delay (if equipped)
You can set to turn off the taillights and headlights in 15 seconds after turning off the vehicle
to ensure visibility.
Travel Mode (if equipped)
Prevents blinding oncoming traffic by decreasing the headlamp illumination range. This
option is applicable in countries where traffic can move in opposite directions.
High Beam Assist (if equipped)
You can set to automatically control the high beam when an oncoming vehicle is approaching
to decrease the high beam glare.
Door (if equipped)
You can configure the operation environment for the trunk (liftgate) and doors.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Auto Lock (if equipped)
You can set the time to automatically lock all doors.
Auto Unlock (if equipped)
You can set the time to automatically unlock all doors.
Walk-away Lock (if equipped)
You can set to automatically lock all doors when you move away from the vehicle with the
smart key.

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When all doors are closed, this feature works normally.