key KIA NIRO 2023 Features and Functions Guide
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43†LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER   |   *IF EQUIPPEDALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER ’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS  
INFOTAINMENTSYSTEMS
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS
Standard Audio System - Value*  –  F M / A M / S i r i u s X M®†1 4/Media (USB, Bluetooth®†2 A u d i o ) *
REMINDER: Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided  Drivers should remain at tentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the audio system controls while driving  To help minimize driver distraction, some audio system functionalities have been modified while the vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or moved out of Park  
Press the Infotainment/climate control mode switching  but ton A to toggle between Infotainment System and Climate  Control Modes  Press and hold the Infotainment/climate control  mode switching but ton A to set the default but ton display mode  
Sound Settings: To adjust the sound settings, press the SETUP key on the infotainment system or the onscreen MENU button, when in MEDIA mode  Select the onscreen SOUND button, or SOUND SETTINGS, then the menu item   Use the onscreen buttons to adjust settings  Press the return button  to save settings
Presets: Press the STAR button next to or below the Radio Station display  This saves the current station as a preset
SiriusXM® Smart Favorites: In Radio mode, choose SiriusXM®, then select any of the first six favorites   During song or program play, tap the Skip Backward icon to start from the beginning of the song or program  Tap the Play Live icon to return to the live broadcast
Custom Key H: To Program the Custom Key, press and hold the Custom key   Select one of the available features you would like the Custom key to open
Map/software updates - To keep your map and software up to date, free of charge, visit the official Kia update webpage at  https://update  kia  com/US/EN/Main   Note, visiting a dealer for software update may include an additional charge  
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide  For other audio system information, refer to pages 40-46 
Refer to the inside front cover for  more information on QR codes  www youtube  com/KiaFeatureVideos
Standard Audio System - Value Videos
Standard Audio System Updates Video
 •Volume level bet ween different audio modes:
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When switching bet ween audio modes (AM, FM, Bluetooth® Audio, etc  ), the audio system saves the previous volume level you were listening to   For example, if you were listening to FM radio at volume level 20 then switched to Bluetooth® Audio and adjusted the volume level to 30, the volume level will be at 20 when you switch back to FM radio
 -When using Bluetooth® Audio, the overall volume is dependent on your device’s volume   If the volume is turned down low on your device it will remain low even if the system volume is turned up
 •This system suppor ts Android Auto™ (USB & wireless connection) and Apple CarPlay® (wireless connection only)
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Navigation may be available when connected to Android Auto™  or Apple CarPlay® suppor ted smar tphones
 •Voice Recognition function is available when connected to  Android Auto™ and Apply CarPlay®
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At any time, you can interrupt Command Feedback by pressing  the TALK but ton; when using the voice command feature, wait for the system to BEEP before speaking the command 
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A warning screen may appear periodically to remind users that  the system should be operated when the engine is running to prevent bat ter y discharge
QUICK TIPS
SEEKTRACK RADIOMEDIASETUPPWRVOL
TUNEFILEAUTOCLIMATE
ENTER
FILE
TUNE
N AVRADIO
MEDIA SETUP
Press briefly to do the following:•  FM/AM mode: Play the previous/next frequency• SiriusXM® mode: Change the channel•   MEDIA mode: Change the track, file or title (except for AUX)Press and hold to do the following  (over 0.8 seconds):•  FM/AM mode: Move quickly through all of the frequencies   When released, the system seeks the next available frequency•  MEDIA mode: Rewinds or fast for wards the track or file (except for Bluetooth® Audio)
Press to Power ON/OFF   Rotate to adjust Volume
Infotainment  System / Climate Control mode switching button
Press to go to Custom (Set) Menu
Press to display SETUP/Set tings mode 
Press to select MEDIA mode
Press to change  Radio/SiriusXM®*  Station modeIn Radio/SiriusXM®/ Media modes, rotate knob to search for stations/ channels/tracks/songs/files 
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Follow these steps to activate your Kia Connect system:
1  Enter the activation screen on your Infotainment System:
a   Press SETUP key
b   Press Kia Connect icon
c  Press Activate
2    
Read and agree to Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and press SUBMIT
3    
Enter number or email address to receive a verification code, then press SUBMIT
4    
Follow these steps to receive your verification code using your phone text message or email:
a  Check your phone text message or email for verification code
b   Open the link in your text or email  
 N o t e :  If you already have a Kia Owners Portal account using the email or phone number as your login ID, you will need to provide your password prior to receiving the verification code  
c   Enter your first name, last name, email, phone number, an account password, and click CREATE ACCOUNT   A page will open displaying your verification code
d   Enter the code in the infotainment system and press ACTIVATE
e    Go back to the page with your verification code and press “I have entered my verification code  ” A link will be provided to download the Kia Access app from your app store   After installing the app, log in and enjoy
REMINDER: This vehicle is not equipped with over-the-air system updates  
For fur ther Kia Connect operations, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide  
(But tons on overhead console*)
Kia Connect Activation*†1  (Systems equipped with Kia Connect only):
Kia Connect Assistance*†1
Kia Connect A – Connect to the Kia Connect Call Center
Roadside Assist  B – Press to connect to a Roadside Assistant where you can request vehicle towing services
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide  
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe bodily injur y, and death  The driver ’s primar y responsibilit y is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and any handheld devices, other equipment, or vehicle systems which take the driver ’s eyes, at tention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or which are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle 
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Kia Connect Assistance Video
Kia Connect Activation Video
Kia Access app Video
INFOTAINMENTSYSTEMS
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS
Kia Connect may be unavailable for model year 2022 or later vehicles sold or purchased in Massachuset ts   See Kia Connect Terms of Ser vice at  owners kia  com for more information  
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 •The smar tphone and vehicle need to be connected to a cellular net work with good wireless signal strength in order to use Kia Connect  If these conditions are not met, remote command may not execute or takes long time  It will also effect voice commands
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To use Remote Star t or Remote Star t with Climate Control feature, all doors, hood and trunk/liftgate must be closed and locked
 •When Remote Star t is activated, if the driver does not enter the vehicle within 10 minutes, the Remote Star t will turn the engine off 
 •When using Remote Star t with Climate Control, turn on for at least a few minutes before get ting into the vehicle, allowing the vehicle interior to reach your desired temperature 
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The quickest way to obtain accurate vehicle status through the app is by pressing the refresh but ton on the app or refreshing the web page when using the customer web por tal
 •In order to preser ve the vehicle bat ter y, Kia Connect will not turn on seven days after the last ignition was on   You will need to restar t the vehicle with a key fob in order to use Kia Connect again
QUICK TIPS
INFOTAINMENTSYSTEMS
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS
Kia Access App Download
Go to an app marketplace to download the Kia Access App   Once you download the app, make sure you register your vehicle and start an account (refer to Kia Connect Activation page)  Get to know your new Kia and the available convenient features on the app  
2020 SOULMILEAGE722 mi.
355 miEst. RangeDOOR LOCKSREMOTE STARTFind My Car
The Kia Access App Features Guide helps you utilize the app to its full potential by detailing each feature and how to adjust 
various settings  Below are some of the topics included: 
 •Remote Commands
 •Set Climate
 •Schedule Remote Start/Climate
 •Schedule Charge
 •Schedule Service 
 •Dealer Settings
 •Manage Vehicles and Profiles
Kia Access App Features Guide
Kia App Screen for illustrative purposes only   Actual App screen and functionalit y may var y   For fur ther Kia Connect link operations, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide 
Do not use remote climate control or remote star t if vehicle is in an enclosed area (e g  , closed garage) or a par tially enclosed area without ventilation   Close all doors leading from adjacent living areas to the vehicle area before executing a remote climate control or remote star t command 
Kia Access App Features Guide. Click this dynamic QR code to access the guide  Some phone’s operating systems may need to be updated to scan dynamic QR codes 
Download the Kia Access App by clicking this dynamic QR code  Some phone’s operating systems may need to be updated to scan dynamic QR codes  
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 •Volume level bet ween different audio modes: - 
When switching bet ween audio modes (AM, FM, Bluetooth® Audio, etc ), the audio system saves the previous volume level you were listening to   For example, if you were listening to FM radio at volume level 20 then switched to Bluetooth® Audio and adjusted the volume level to 30, the volume level will be at 20 when you switch back to FM radio - 
When using Bluetooth® Audio, the overall volume is dependent on your device’s volume   If the volume is turned down low on your device it will remain low even if the system volume is turned up •This system suppor ts Android Auto™ (USB & wireless connection) and Apple CarPlay® (wireless connection only) and Android Auto™ (USB & wireless connection) and Apple CarPlay® (wireless connection only) •This system suppor ts Android Auto™ (USB & wireless connection) and Apple CarPlay® (wireless connection only) •At any time, you can interrupt Command Feedback by pressing the TALK but ton •A warning screen may appear periodically to remind users that the audio system should be operated when the engine is running to prevent bat ter y discharge •Prolonged use of the audio system in ACC mode may drain the vehicle’s battery
QUICK TIPS
INFOTAINMENTSYSTEMS
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMS
Kia  Connect  w/  Navigation*†1 , 8  –  FM/AM/SiriusXM®†1 4/Media  (USB, Bluetooth®†2  Audio)
Press the Infotainment/climate control mode switching  but ton A to toggle between Infotainment System and Climate  Control Modes  Press and hold the Infotainment/climate control  mode switching but ton A to set the default but ton display mode  
Sound Settings: To adjust the sound set tings, Press the SETUP key on the infotainment system  Select the onscreen SOUND but ton, then select the menu item  Use the onscreen but tons to adjust set tings   Press the return but ton  to save set tings  
Radio Presets: To save a Preset, press and hold the desired slot or the star but ton H  O F Y U  U P  P S  C F M P X  U I F  S B E J P  T U B U J P O  E J T Q M B Z    5 I J T  T B W F T  U I F  D V S S F O U  T U B U J P O  J O  U I F  T F M F D U F E  T M P U 
SiriusXM® Smart Favorites: In Radio mode, choose SiriusXM®, then select any of the first six favorites  During song or program play, tap the Skip Backward icon to star t from the beginning of the song or program  Tap the Play Live icon to return to the live broadcast 
Custom Key H  To program, press and hold the Custom Key   Select one of the available features you would like the Custom Key to open  
Map/software updates: To keep your map and software up to date, free of charge, visit the official Kia update webpage at ht tps://update  kia com/US/EN/Main   Note, visiting a dealer for software update may include an additional charge  
Kia Connect is currently unavailable for model year 2022 or later vehicles sold or purchased in Massachuset ts  See Kia Connect Terms of Ser vice at owners  kia  com for more information  For fur ther operational information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide  
Refer to the inside front cover for  more information on QR codes  www youtube  com/KiaFeatureVideos
Kia Connect with Navigation Video
Navigation System Important Tips Video
Navigation System Updates Video
REMINDER: Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided   Drivers should remain at tentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the audio system controls while driving   To help minimize driver distraction, some audio system functionalities have been modified while the vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or moved out of Park  
MAPN AV SEEKTRACK RADIOMEDIASETUPPWRVOL
TUNEFILEAUTOCLIMATE
ENTER
FILE
TUNE
N AVRADIO
MEDIA SETUP
Press briefly to do the following:•  FM/AM mode: Play the previous/next frequency• SiriusXM® mode: Change the channel•   MEDIA mode: Change the track, file or title (except for AUX)Press and hold to do the following  (over 0.8 seconds):•  FM/AM mode: Move quickly through all of the frequencies   When released, the system seeks the next available frequency•  MEDIA mode: Rewinds or fast for wards the track or file (except for Bluetooth® Audio)
Press to Power ON/OFF   Rotate to adjust Volume
Infotainment  System / Climate Control mode switching button
Press to display the Nav screenPress to display the Map screen for the current position/ Voice mode
Press to go to Custom (Set) MenuPress to display SETUP/Set tings mode 
Press to select MEDIA mode
Press to change  Radio/SiriusXM®*  Station modeIn Radio/SiriusXM®/ Media modes, rotate knob to search for stations/ channels/tracks/songs/files 
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The smar tphone must be a compatible phone with QI function available
 •Wireless charging must be enabled in user set tings
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If wireless charging does not work, move smar tphone around the pad until the charging indicator turns amber  Avoid placing other metal  items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area
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For wireless charging to occur, all doors (excluding rear hatch) must be closed & the Smar t Key Fob must be detected inside the vehicle
QUICK TIPS
Wireless Smartphone Charging System*†2 0
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information  
For illustrative purposes only  Your actual display, but tons and/ or features may var y  
REMINDERS: 
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The smar tphone must be a compatible Qi cer tified phone with Qi function available  Some smar tphone models are not QI cer tified, which may affect the availabilit y, speed or per formance of the wireless charging 
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Wireless charging technology allows for a device to be charged using inductive charging   See your Owner ’s Manual for more detailed information and the back page for legal disclaimers  
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Inductive charging systems are less ef ficient than conventional charging through cable  As a result, higher device operating temperatures may be experienced during use 
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Charging Performance - Device position on the wireless charging system can affect charging per formance   Other factors that may affect the charging rate includes foreign objects, such as coins or pens, and phone case thickness
 •If driver door is opened, charging will be disabled
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Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area 
Charge a compatible Qi Certified smartphone wirelessly by placing it on the charging pad A at the front of the console, near the Multimedia USB ports and the charging indicator, while the ignition is on  
 •Enable Wireless Charging in the User Settings in the Instrument Cluster LCD or the Vehicle Settings* in the infotainment system, select Convenience, then Wireless Charging System
 •Place a compatible smartphone on the center of the charging pad
 •Indicator light B may change to amber once the wireless charging begins
 •Once charging is complete, the orange light may change to green
12V 180WUSB
(Located in front of Gear Shift)
Requires QI enabled device or QI enabled case
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Wireless Smartphone Charging Video
QR CODE
CENTER PANEL
CENTERPA N EL
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CENTER PANEL
CENTERPA N EL
 •When leaving your keys with parking lot at tendants or valet, make sure to inform them how to operate the EPB
 •If parked on a steep incline, pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB application
 •Pull up and hold EPB switch a second time to increase brake pressure if parked on a decline or incline
QUICK TIPS
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
ENGINESTARTSTOP
AUTO
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(Located on Center Panel)
REMINDERS: 
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As a bulb check, the EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned ON
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If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily, or continues to remain lit, take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked
 •The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving
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A click or electric brake motor sound may be heard while operating or releasing the EPB, but these conditions are normal and indicate that the EPB is functioning properly
Image is for illustrative purposes only and  may not reflect actual feature or operation
 
Auto Hold temporarily maintains the vehicle at a standstill even though the brake pedal is not depressed after the driver brings the vehicle to a complete stop by depressing the brake pedal   Auto Hold can be turned On/Off using the AUTO HOLD button A  on the center panel below the gear shift  Before Auto Hold will operate, the driver ’s door, engine hood and liftgate must be closed, and the driver ’s seat belt must be fastened  
The Auto Hold indicator on the Instrument Cluster has four states:
White: Standby – When vehicle is in Park and at a standstill, and AUTO HOLD button A is pressed On, the indicator will illuminate white  While driving the vehicle (vehicle is not at a standstill), the Auto Hold indicator will remain white  
Green: Engaged – When coming to a complete stop by depressing the brake pedal, the Auto Hold indicator changes  from white to green 
Off (not illuminated) – The indicator will turn Off when the AUTO HOLD button A is manually pressed Off or when the EPB is manually turned On  
Yellow: Malfunction – When the indicator is illuminated yellow, there may be a system malfunction  Take your vehicle to a local  Kia dealer 
Auto Hold
REMINDERS: 
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Auto Hold only operates when vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or Neutral 
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To reduce the risk of an accident, do not activate Auto Hold while driving downhill, backing up or parking your vehicle 
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Do not solely rely on the Auto Hold system to keep the vehicle stopped   Always pay at tention to traf fic and road conditions, and be prepared to depress the brakes
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information  
Refer to the inside front cover for  more information on QR codes  www youtube  com/KiaFeatureVideos
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) / Auto Hold Video
QR CODE
The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system utilizes an electric motor to engage the parking brake  
Applying the Parking Brake 
Depress the brake pedal and pull up the EPB switch B   Ensure that the indicator light  is illuminated on the instrument cluster 
Releasing the Parking Brake
The EPB will automatically release when the brake pedal is engaged and shifter is shifted out of P (Park) to R (Reverse) or shifted out of N (Neutral) to Reverse or D (Drive) 
To release EPB manually, depress the brake pedal, then press the EPB switch B down, with the ignition switch in the ON position  Ensure that the indicator light  is OFF 
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 •It may be necessar y to adjust the front seatbacks to fully lower rear seats
 •Ensure the seat is locked by pressing down on Seatback and ensuring red line is NOT visible on bot tom of Folder Lever
QUICK TIPS
Folding Rear Seats
To Fold:
1  Ensure the belt strap is out of way of the Seatback folding A   Insert the metal seat belt tab into the holder B
2   Adjust the Front Seatback to the upright position and lower  the rear headrest to the lowest position
3   Pull on the Rear Seatback lock release lever C, then fold  the seat toward the front
To Unfold:
1  Pull the lock release lever C and pull and lift the Seatback  backward until it clicks firmly in place
2   Return the rear seat belt to the proper position
REMINDERS: 
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Before unfolding Seatback, ensure the metal seat belt tab is placed into the holder
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Always make sure the seatback is locked in place when unfolded
For illustration purposes only   Actual vehicle might be slightly different   
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information  
C
HOLD
HOLD
HOLDHOLD
Remote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)*
Remote but ton configuration may var y depending on vehicle options  To turn OFF Alarm, press any but ton  
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information  
D  Press the release button to unfold the key
E  Press to lock All doors; Press twice within two seconds to sound the horn
F  Press to unlock Driver ’s Door; Press twice in 4 seconds to unlock All Doors and Liftgate
G  Press and hold for more than 1 second to unlock Liftgate   Then lift by the handle to manually open Liftgate
H  Press and hold more than a half second for Panic Alarm   To turn off Alarm, press any buttonRefer to the inside front cover for  more information on QR codes  www youtube  com/KiaFeatureVideos
Kia Smart & Folding Key Fobs Video
QR CODE
SEATING
S E AT I N G
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY F E AT U R E S
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Digital Key 2 Touch*
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Digital Key 2 Touch Video
QR CODE
Digital Key 2 Touch, through your smartphone, can be used to lock and unlock your vehicle and allow you to start or power off your vehicle, without needing to have a key fob  
Digital Key 2 Touch Setup:
1  First, ensure your Smart Key is inside the vehicle and turn the vehicle on
2   Download the Kia Access App and activate Kia Connect in your vehicle’s Infotainment System (see page 44)
3   Register your smartphone by going to the Vehicle Settings* on the Infotainment System:
– Press SETUP, VEHICLE, DIGITAL KEY C, SMARTPHONE KEY and then MY SMARTPHONE KEY
4   On your smartphone, press CONTINUE, then CONTINUE again, which will open the Wallet or Pass app   Follow the prompts to complete the registration/pairing of your smartphone
5  Place your smartphone in the authentication pad (wireless charging pad) to complete registration   Click Save on the Infotainment System screen and a message will appear showing the process is in place 
6  When the Infotainment System is done pairing, remove the smar tphone and continue the steps to open the Digital Key  in your iPhone® Wallet or Samsung™ Pass
7   When in the Wallet or Pass app, click on the Digital Key A and select the menu icon to adjust other settings or use  other features
Using your Digital Key 2 Touch:
1  To lock or unlock your vehicle with Digital Key, touch phone on door handle (sensor) for more than two seconds   If two-press unlock is set up, when unlocking, touch phone on door handle (sensor) briefly, then pull away and then touch door handle again within four seconds
2  To start your vehicle with Digital Key 2 Touch, place registered smart phone on the authentication pad B (wireless  charging pad; see next page)
Sharing your Digital Key 2 Touch:
1  Open the Wallet or Pass app, click on the Kia Digital Key and select the menu icon to enter settings
2   Under People, click on Invite and follow the prompts to share your Digital Key with one of your contacts – the shared  device must be the same smartphone operating system - Apple iPhone/iWatch or Samsung phone/smartwatch
Revoking shared Digital Key access:
1  Go to the Vehicle Settings* on the Infotainment System    Press SETUP, VEHICLE, DIGITAL KEY, SMARTPHONE KEY  and MY SMARTPHONE KEY  Then delete the Digital Key
2  You can also delete a key using the Kia Access App on your smartphone   Open the Wallet or Pass app, click on the  Kia Digital Key and select the menu icon to enter settings  Under People, click on the contact to revoke    Then click on Revoke Access 
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY F E AT U R E S
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Digital Key 2 Touch* (continued)
 •You can set the Access for the Shared Digital Key before inviting the contact, or click on the contact when in the set tings page to change access
 •When sharing the Digital Key, the receiver of the share invitation must have the same t ype of smar tphone device – Apple iPhone or Samsung
 •If the smar t phone digital key does not operate, move the smar t phone more than 4 inches (10 cm) from the door handle authentication pad and tr y it again
QUICK TIPS
REMINDERS: 
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Digital Key 2 Touch is currently only compatible with Apple iPhone & iWatch and Samsung phone and smar t watch  Future expansion to other Google phones • 
Your iPhone Wallet or Samsung Pass app content may var y as the apps are updated   The actual steps for Digital Key 2 Touch setup, usage and sharing may change • 
During the Digital Key saving process, the process will cancel when: -The smar t phone is removed from the in-vehicle authentication pad -Changing the infotainment system screen -The vehicle is powered off or the gear is shifted -There is no smar t key (saving process will not begin)
 •Currently compatible devices:   -For Apple iPhone (Ensure the device has the latest version of iOS):
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iPhone XS or later 
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iPhone 11 Pro or later (for passive entr y or remote features on  compatible cars)
 - F o r  Apple Watch (Ensure the device has the latest version of watchOS):
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Apple Watch Series 5 or later
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Apple Watch Series 6 or later (for passive entr y or remote features on compatible cars)
 - F o r  Samsung Phones: Ensure the device has the latest version of Android OS and latest application version of Samsung Pass)
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Galaxy S20 or later
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Galaxy Note2 5G or later
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Galaxy Z Flip 5G (not yet released) or later
 -Galaxy Fold 2 or later
12V 180WUSB
11:00 AM      Wed. Jun . 29
Vehicle Settings
Seat
Lights
Door
Digital Key
Convenience Smartphone Key
Card Key
Digital Key Information >
>
>
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information  
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY F E AT U R E S
BC
Door handle authentication pad
NFC antenna (backside of smar tphone)Antenna position differs depending on models  
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HOLDHOLD
Smart Key / Remote Start*†6
Smart Key Fob:
A  Press to lock All Doors; Press twice within 2 seconds to sound the horn
B  Press to unlock Driver ’s Door   Press twice in 4 seconds to unlock All Doors
C  Press and hold for more than 1 second to unlock Liftgate   Then lift by the  handle to manually open Liftgate
REMINDER: The Liftgate unlocks when the Smar t Key fob is within close proximit y of the vehicle’s Liftgate  
D  Press and hold more than 1 second for Panic Alarm   To turn off Alarm, press any button
E Press to release Mechanical Key
Driver’s Door Lock/Unlock button F:
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Press button once to unlock Driver ’s Door
 •Press again within 4 seconds to unlock All Doors
 •Press again to lock All Doors
Mechanical Key G: Use to unlock/lock Driver ’s Door:
 •Pull out door handle
 •Remove door handle keyhole cover with Mechanical Key by pressing up into slot as shown I
 •Insert Mechanical Key J and turn right to Unlock Driver ’s Door
 •Turn twice within 4 seconds to Unlock All Doors
 •Insert Mechanical Key and turn left to Lock All Doors
 •Return keyhole cover to its original position
Remote Start* H: Lock the doors by pressing the door lock button A within 32 feet distance from the vehicle  Within four (4) seconds of pressing the door lock button A, press and hold the Remote Start button H for more than two (2) seconds to start the vehicle   To stop the Remote Start operation, press the button again  If driver does not enter vehicle within ten minutes of starting the vehicle, the engine will automatically turn off  
REMINDERS:  • Remote but ton configuration may var y depending on vehicle options • 
When reinser ting the mechanical key, make sure it is pushed all the way in until there is a click sound
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information  
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Smart Key with Remote Start Video
 •If the Smar t Key bat ter y is weak or not working properly, hold the Smar t Key fob up to the Engine Star t/Stop but ton (Lock but ton side closest) and press to star t engine
 •The Smar t Key ’s signal can be blocked by the normal operation of a cell phone or smar tphone   To help prevent this, store each device separately
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QR CODES
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY F E AT U R E S
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