ECO mode KIA NIRO 2021 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide
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4 Check the message.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Reads out the message through the speakers in the vehicle.
c c Used to select a message registered in the system for sending a brief reply message.
d d Used to make a call to a message sender.
e e Used to move to the previous or next message.
f f Can text a message by using the voice recognition. > See "Sending a text by using the 
voice recognition."
g g The list of menu items appears.
 \225 Display Off
: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or 
briefly press the power knob.
 \225 Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
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The auto-reply messaging may not be available depending on the smartphone model.
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To edit or delete a message, park the vehicle at a safe place and access \
the messaging 
function on your smartphone. You cannot edit or delete a message from the system.
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When an iPhone is connected to the system, there are some restrictions when receiving 
messages as follows:
 000DOnly the sender name appears when the sender information is saved.
 000DWhen the sender information is not saved, only the phone number appears.\
 000DYou cannot use the auto-reply message function.
 000DWhen the incoming message notification or lock-screen view option is off, messages 
cannot be received.
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The message reader function may not be supported depending on the system language.  
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2 When a beep sound is heard, say a command to perform (e.g. 
navigation, music, call). 
> See "Available voice commands" or the voice recognition help.
The recognized command appears in text at the top of the screen and the corresponding 
function is performed.
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When an additional command is required to perform, the commands that can be 
followed in the next step appear on the screen. Say a command or press a command.
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When there are several similar commands, say a command number to perform.
3 To end the voice recognition, perform one of the following methods:
 \225In standby mode for voice recognition, say "Exit"
 \225On the voice recognition screen, press Exit.
 \225On the steering wheel, press and hold the Voice Recognition button.
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When the Voice Recognition button is pressed in standby mode for voice recognition, 
the standby time is extended.
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When the voice recognition is not available, press the Voice Recognition button on 
the steering wheel and use the voice recognition on your smartphone via phone 
projection. 
> See "Using the phone projection function."
Voice recognition screen
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a a According to voice recognition, the icons for voice recognition, voice guidance, and 
command process appear.
b b The recognized voice command appears in text.
c c Shows the representative voice command.
d d Ends the voice recognition.    
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e e Displays the voice recognition help.
f f The list of menu items appears.
 \225Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
Adjusting the voice guidance volume
Adjust the voice guidance volume when the system volume is so low or high and it interferes 
with your driving.
When the voice recognition is active, turn the Volume knob on the control 
panel.
Seeing the voice recognition help
You can see more details on how to perform various functions by voice commands.
  \334\334Caution
Park the vehicle at a safe place and see the help.
1 On the steering wheel, press the Voice Recognition button.
2 Say "Help".
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When the mode time exceeds before you speak, you can press Help instead.
3 Select the desired option and see its help.
 \225To see the entire help for use of voice commands, press  at the bottom of the 
screen. 
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 \225To see more details on how to use voice commands for each function, press  next 
to the function name.
4 After seeing the help, perform any of the following methods.
 \225On the help screen, press Exit.
 \225In standby mode for voice recognition, say "Exit"
Voice recognition Help
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b The function list appears.
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To see the list of voice commands that can be used for each function, press or say the 
function.
c c You can see the usages for each function.
d d Ends the voice recognition.
e e You can see the entire help for use of voice commands.
f f According to voice recognition, the icons for voice recognition, voice guidance, and 
command process appear.
g g The list of menu items appears.
 \225Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.   
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When you use a command starting with "Find," the system searches for locations within 
the state or province where your vehicle is currently located. To search for locations in 
another state or province, say the state or province name first and then say the location 
you want.
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Some commands, such as "Cancel Route " or "Show Route," are available only when a 
destination is set.
Radio commands
Command Function
FM <87.5 to 107.9> Turn on the FM radio with that frequency.
AM <530 to 1710> Turn on the AM radio with that frequency.
SiriusXM <0 to 999> Turn on the SiriusXM radio with that channel number.
Tune to SiriusXM  
<0 to 999>  Tune on the SiriusXM radio with that channel number. 
Tune to  
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Some commands are recognizable in English only.
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Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and f\
unctions.
Vehicle control commands (if equipped)
Command Function
Climate On/Off Turn on or off the climate control.
Air Conditioner  
On/Off Can turn on or off the air conditioner.
Heat On/Off Can turn on or off the heater.
Fan High/Low Used to set the fan level.
Set Fan to windshield/
Face/Feet Used to set the air direction.
Warmer/Cooler Set the climate control temperature.
Open/Close all windows Open or close all windows.
Open/Close the 
windows Open or close the driver-side window.
Open/Close the 
passenger's window Open or close the passenger-side window. 
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Vehicle control commands are recognizable in English only.
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Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and f\
unctions.
Rear-seat function commands (if equipped)
Command Function
Passenger Talk Turn on the Passenger Talk.
Quiet Mode
Turn off Quiet Mode Turn on or off the Quiet Mode.
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Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and f\
unctions.
Search commands
Command Function
Search settings for 
For example, say "Search settings for Bluetooth" or "Search 
settings for Display." 
> See "Configuring system settings."
Other commands
Command
Function
Help Move to the help screen.
Line <1 to 4>* Select an item with the designated number on a list. Simple 
numbers, such as "One" or "Two," can be recognized.
Yes * Accept a notification asking for your confirmation in an 
exceptional situation.
No * Deny a notification asking for your confirmation in an 
exceptional situation.
Next * If there are more than five items on a list, scroll to the next page.
Previous * If you scroll to the next page of a list, scroll back to the previous 
page.
Manual Input* When using the Dial Number command, open the keypad to 
enter a phone number manually.
Go Back * Returns to the previous step.
Exit End voice recognition.
* These commands are available only in certain situations. 
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Voice Memo
You can use the microphone on the vehicle to record and play voice memos.
Using the voice memos
On the All Menus screen, press Voice Memo.
Voice memo screen
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Displays the list of recorded voice memos.
c c Starts or pauses the recording.
d d Stops recording.
e e The list of menu items appears.
 \225Display Off: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or 
briefly press the power knob.
 \225Delete: Can delete a voice memo.
 \225Save to USB Device: Can record a voice memo to a USB storage device. Check that 
the USB device is compatible. 
> See "USB storage devices."
 \225Storage Information: Can see the file size of recorded voice memos.
 \225User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to the 
online user manual for the system.
 \225Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.   
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Configuring the UVO settings
You can subscribe to the UVO service or see the modem information.
1 On the All Menus screen, press UVO >
 UVO Settings.
2 Select the desired option(s):
 \225 To subscribe to the UVO service, press Activate UVO.
 \225To automatically make an emergency call when airbags are deployed due to an 
accident, check in 911 Connect.
 \225To see the modem information, press Modem Information.
 \225To check the modem status, press Modem Status.
Using Voice Local Search
With UVO, you can search for locations from the online map database by using voice 
commands.
If you did not update the map or system or you cannot find your destination in the 
navigation, you can use the latest information from the online server to search for locations 
and receive guidance.
1 Press the [] button on the vehicle.
Voice recognition starts with voice guidance.
2 After the voice guidance ends and you hear a beep, say the POI name or 
Address.
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Depending on the system language, voice recognition may not be supported. 
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 \335Warning
 \225Even though the vehicle is equipped the parking safety system, be sure to check any 
obstacles in the rear while driving. Relying solely on the driving assist system may cause\
 
an accident. Accordingly, be sure to control the vehicle by your judgment.
 \225When 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.
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.  
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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.
 \225Detailed Alert: Displays a detailed notification message along with the vehicle image 
when the drive mode is changed.
 \225Simple Alert: Displays the notification at the top or on the split screen when the drive 
mode is changed.
 \225Off: When the drive mode changes, no notification is provided.
Reset ECO/NORMAL/SPORT (EV only)
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).
Climate (if equipped)
You can configure the operation environment for climate control system.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Recirculate Air (if equipped)
You can set to keep the inside air pleasant by blocking inflow of outside air.
 \225Activate upon Washer Fluid Use
: Sets to automatically switch to the inside air circulation 
mode to prevent inflow of washer fluid scent when spraying washer fluid.