android auto KIA NIRO 2021 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide
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Disclaimers
 000EDriving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Drivers should remain 
attentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the steering-wheelmounted 
controls while driving.
 000EDriving 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 use of 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.
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a subscription sold separately, or as a package, by SiriusXM Radio Inc. If you decide 
to continue your service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan\
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See SiriusXM Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. Other fees 
and taxes will apply. All fees and programming are subject to change. Not all vehicles 
or devices are capable of receiving all services offered by SiriusXM. Data displays and 
individual product availability vary by vehicle hardware. Current information and features 
may not be available in all locations, or on all receivers. Weather Forecast, Current 
Conditions may not be available in all locations. Images above are for representative 
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Inc.
 000E Android Auto: Vehicle user interface is a product of Google and its terms and privacy 
statements apply. Requires the Android Auto app on Google Play and an Android 
compatible smartphone running Android™ 5.0 Lollipop or higher. Data plan rates apply.
 000ENavigation: Distracted driving can result in a loss of vehicle control. When operating 
a vehicle, never use a vehicle system that takes your focus away from safe vehicle 
operation. Navigation is for information purposes only, and Kia does not make any 
warranties about the accuracy of the information. 
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Pairing to an Android smartphone via Android Auto
When you connect an Android smartphone to the vehicle with Android Auto, you can run and 
control Apps on the phone through the widescreen using its user-friendly interface.
1 To use Android Auto, first check the following.
 \225Visit the Android Auto website at https://www.android.com/auto to check the list of 
countries, device types, and models that support Android Auto.
 \225Download and install the Android Auto App from Google Play Store. It is not possible 
to install Android Auto in countries that do not support the feature.
2 On the All Menus screen, press 
Setup >
 Device Connections  >
 Android 
Auto and select the Enable Android Auto checkbox.
0000A The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
0000
A
Select  Use Split Screen at Android Auto screen to show split screen when using 
Android Auto.
3 Connect a smartphone to the USB port on the vehicle by using the 
provided USB cable.
0000
A
When the connection is made for the first time, the system screen displays a 
notification window. Check the details and then press OK.
0000
A
To end the Android Auto and disconnect from the smartphone, remove the USB cable 
from the system.
  \334\334Caution
Do not repeatedly connect and remove the USB connector within a short time. It may 
cause device errors or system failures.
4 When the smartphone is locked, unlock it first and then consent to the 
use of Android Auto.
When the smartphone is recognized successfully, the Android Auto menu is activated on 
the All Menus screen.  
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Using the Android Auto
1 On the All Menus screen, press Android Auto.
2 Perform the desired function.
 \225To run the functions for phone, music, or navigation on the smartphone, p\
ress the 
corresponding app icon.
0000
A
When you are using your smartphone′s navigation via phone projection, sounds 
from both the system′s radio/media function and the navigation will be output 
through your vehicle′s speakers. When you turn the Volume knob while both 
sounds are being output, the navigation volume is adjusted first.
 \225To use the Google voice recognition, press and hold the Voice Recognition button on 
the steering wheel.
0000
A
By pressing the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel, you can run the media App on 
your smartphone as well as the Radio/Media mode of the system.
0000
A
To specify which functions to run when the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel is 
pressed, press and hold the [ MODE] button to display the settings screen.
0000
A
By pressing the Call button on the steering wheel, you can make a call via Bl\
uetooth 
connection.
0000
A
When phone projection is active, you cannot change the phone projection settings. To 
change the settings, remove the USB cable from your system.
0000
A
The icons on the screen are subject to change according to the policy of Google 
Corporation.
0000
A
Apps or functions used through Android Auto are subject to change according to the 
policy of Google Corporation. For supportable functions, visit the Android website at 
https://www.android.com/auto.
0000
A
To use the functions on your smartphone with the minimized system settings, update the 
smartphone OS to the latest version.
0000
A
The recognition time may differ depending on the device type, firmware, and OS version.
0000
A
Charges may apply for any mobile data used while Android Auto is running.
0000
A
Some functions may not work properly depending on the network signal strength.
0000
A
Avoid interacting with the smartphone while using Android Auto.
0000
A
You cannot use the following functions when Android Auto is in use.
 000DUSB mode
 000DApple CarPlay
 000DSearches using the control panel or the steering wheel remote control  
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Using the Apple CarPlay
1 On the All Menus screen, press Apple CarPlay.
2 Perform the desired function.
 \225To run any of functions (phone, messaging, navigation, etc.) on your iP\
hone, press the 
corresponding function icon.
0000
A
When you are using your smartphone′s navigation via phone projection, sounds 
from both the system′s radio/media function and the navigation will be output 
through your vehicle′s speakers. When you turn the Volume knob while both 
sounds are being output, the navigation volume is adjusted first.
 \225To run the Siri voice recognition, press and hold the Voice Recognition button on the 
steering wheel.
0000
A
To display the system Home screen, press 
.
0000
A
By pressing the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel, you can run the media App on 
your smartphone as well as the Radio/Media mode of the system.
0000
A
To specify which functions to run when the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel is 
pressed, press and hold the [ MODE] button to display the settings screen.
0000
A
When you receive a call, press the Call button on the steering wheel to answer it.
0000
A
When phone projection is active, you cannot change the phone projection settings. To 
change the settings, remove the USB cable from your system.
0000
A
Apps or functions used through Apple CarPlay are subject to change according to the 
policy of Apple Corporation. For supportable functions, visit the Apple Corporation 
website at http://www.apple.com/ios/carplay .
0000
A
To use the functions on your smartphone with the minimized system settings, update the 
smartphone OS to the latest version.
0000
A
The recognition time may differ depending on the device type, firmware, and OS version.
0000
A
Charges may apply for any mobile data used while Apple CarPlay is running.
0000
A
Some functions may not work properly depending on the network signal strength.
0000
A
Avoid interacting with the smartphone while using Apple CarPlay.
0000
A
You cannot use the following functions when Apple CarPlay is in use.
 000DBluetooth phone
 000DUSB mode
 000DAndroid Auto
 000DBrowsing using the [TUNE/FILE] knob on the control panel (if equipped)  
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Android Auto
You can activate the Android Auto function to pair your Android smartphone with the system.
Apple CarPlay
You can activate the Apple CarPlay function to pair your iPhone with the \
system.
Configuring the device connections settings 
(Type2)
You can manage Bluetooth devices or configure their operation settings. You can also 
activate the phone projection so that you can control the smartphone Apps on the system 
screen after connecting the smartphone to the system.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
 Device Connections.
The device connection settings screen appears.
2 Configure the settings required:
0000
A
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. 
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Predefined Messages
Edit message templates for quick replies.0000
A
This option may not be available in some phone models.
Bluetooth Voice Prompts
Set whether to hear voice prompts for events related to Bluetooth connections.
Privacy Mode
Enable or disable Privacy Mode. Hide data including contacts and call hi\
story from showing 
up on the system screen to protect privacy.
Bluetooth System Info
You can see and edit the Bluetooth information of the system.
Android Auto
You can activate the Android Auto function to pair your Android smartphone with the system.
Apple CarPlay
You can activate the Apple CarPlay function to pair your iPhone with the \
system.  
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Mute Navigation Guidance
Press the Mute button on the steering wheel when the navigation guidance i\
s being output 
to set to mute the guidance volume for 10 seconds.
System Volumes
You can adjust the volume for each system function including phone projection.
Subsystem Volumes
You can adjust the volume for each system function and initialize all volume settings.0000
A
To initialize all system sound settings, press Reset.
Connected Device Volumes
You can adjust the volume of the phone projection and initialize all volume settings.
 \225Android Auto: Vary the volume of your Android smartphone, connected to the system, 
depending on the function.
 \225Apple CarPlay: Vary the volume of your iPhone, connected to the system, depending on 
the function.
0000
A
To initialize all system sound settings of the phone projection, press Reset.
Speed Dependent Volume Control (if equipped)
Automatically adjusts Audio volume according to vehicle speed.
Start-up Volume Limit
You can set to automatically decrease the audio volume to an adequate level when turning 
on the vehicle.
Dynamic Speed Compensation (if equipped)
Provides a stable listening environment by adjusting the audio volume depending on the 
vehicle speed.  
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Parking Safety Priority
When warning sound is generated while parking, the audio volume decreases to make the 
sound audible.
Navigation Guidance During Calls
Even during a call, the navigation sound is heard.
Navigation Guidance
You can set to enable the navigation sound to be heard first when using both the navigation 
system and Radio/Media system.
Mute Navigation Guidance
Press the Mute button on the steering wheel when the navigation guidance i\
s being output 
to set to mute the guidance volume for 10 seconds.
System Volumes
You can adjust the volume for each system function including phone projection.
Subsystem Volumes
You can adjust the volume for each system function and initialize all volume settings.0000
A
To initialize all system sound settings, press Reset.
Connected Device Volumes
You can adjust the volume of the phone projection and initialize all volume settings.
 \225Android Auto: Vary the volume of your Android smartphone, connected to the system, 
depending on the function.
 \225Apple CarPlay: Vary the volume of your iPhone, connected to the system, depending on 
the function.
0000
A
To initialize all system sound settings of the phone projection, press Reset.  
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Phone projection
SymptomPossible causeSolution
The phone 
projection function 
is not performed 
when a smartphone 
is connected using a 
USB cable. Phone projection is 
not supported.
Visit the website to check whether your 
smartphone supports the phone projection.
 \225
Android Auto: https://support.google.
com/androidauto
 \225Apple CarPlay: http://www.apple.com/
ios/carplay
The function is 
inactive.
 \225 On the All Menus screen, press Setup  >
 
Device Connections, select the function 
to use, and then turn on the phone 
projection option.
 \225 Make sure that the phone projection is 
not disabled in the App settings or block-
out settings on your smartphone.
Smartphone is 
encountered with 
poor operation or 
malfunction.
 \225 Check that the smartphone battery level 
is not too low. Recognition may not work 
properly when the battery level is too 
low.
 \225The phone projection may not work 
properly when the signal strength is 
weak.
 \225When the smartphone is locked, first 
unlock it.
 \225Initialize the smartphone and connect 
the device again.
A black screen 
appears when the 
phone projection is 
activated or in use. The smartphone 
malfunctions.
 \225
Remove the USB cable from the 
smartphone and connect the device 
again.
 \225Initialize the smartphone and connect 
the device again.  
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C
Climate control system  2-13
Component Names and FunctionsControl panel
Custom button  1-3
MAP button  1-2
MEDIA button  1-2
NAV button  1-2
POWER button/VOLUME knob  1-2
RADIO button  1-2
SEEK/TRACK button  1-3
SETUP button  1-3
System Reset button  1-3
TUNE knob/FILE knob/ENTER button  1-3
Steering wheel remote control
Call button  1-4
End Call button  1-4
MODE button  1-4
Move button  1-4
Voice Recognition button  1-4
Volume lever/Mute button  1-4
Contacts list  6-10
Control panel  1-2
D
Deleting a location  5-27
Destination search  5-3
Driving assist display  2-9
Index
A
Advanced system settings  9-35
Android devicesAndroid Auto  2-5
Apple devices Apple CarPlay  2-7
B
Battery warning  1-6
BluetoothBluetooth phone
Answering a call  6-14
Call  6-6
Contacts list  6-10
Dial pad  6-12
Favorites settings  6-8
Options during a call  6-15
Recent calls list  6-6
Switching to another call  6-16
Text message  6-17
Specifications  10-15
Bluetooth connection Adding a device  6-2
Deleting a device  6-5
Device connection  6-4
Disconnecting a device  6-5