carplay KIA NIRO PHEV 2023 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide
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Using the Android Auto
1 On the All Menus screen, press Android Auto.
2 Perform the desired function.
 To run the functions for phone, music, or navigation on the smartphone, press the 
corresponding app icon.
	
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 use the Volume knob while both 
sounds are being output, the navigation volume is adjusted first.
 To use the Google voice recognition, press and hold the Voice Recognition button on 
the steering wheel.
	
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.
	
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.
	
A
By pressing the Call button on the steering wheel, you can make a call via Bluetooth 
connection.
	
A
When phone projection is active, you cannot change the phone projection settings. To 
change the settings, remove the USB cable from your system.
	
A
The icons on the screen are subject to change according to the policy of Google 
Corporation.
	
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.
	
A
To use the functions on your smartphone with the minimized system settings, update the 
smartphone OS to the latest version.
	
A
The recognition time may differ depending on the device type, firmware, and OS version.
	
A
Charges may apply for any mobile data used while Android Auto is running.
	
A
Some functions may not work properly depending on the network signal strength.
	
A
Avoid interacting with the smartphone while using Android Auto.
	
A
You cannot use the following functions when Android Auto is in use.
 
USB mode
 
Apple CarPlay
 
Searches using the control panel or the steering wheel remote control  
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Pairing to an iPhone via Apple CarPlay
After you connect an iPhone to the vehicle with Apple CarPlay, you can run and control Apps 
on the phone through the system screen.
1 To use Apple CarPlay, first check the following:
 For iPhone models that support Apple CarPlay, visit the Apple website at 
https://www.
apple.com/ios/carplay .
 Make sure Apple CarPlay and Siri are enabled in your iPhone settings. If you do not 
see options for Apple CarPlay or Siri, update to the latest iOS version.\
2 On the All Menus screen, press Setup 
>
 Device Connections  >
 Phone 
Projection Settings  >
 Apple CarPlay and select the Enable Apple 
CarPlay checkbox.
	A The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
	
A
Select  Use Split Screen on Apple CarPlay Screen to show split screen when using 
Apple CarPlay.
3 Connect an iPhone to the USB port on the vehicle by using the provided 
USB cable.
	
A
When the connection is made for the first time, the system screen displays a 
notification window. Check the details and then press OK.
	
A
To end the Apple CarPlay and disconnect from the iPhone, remove the USB cable 
from the system.
  
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Using the Apple CarPlay
1 On the All Menus screen, press Apple CarPlay.
2 Perform the desired function.
 To run any of functions (phone, messaging, navigation, etc.) on your iPhone, press the 
corresponding function icon.
	
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 use the Volume knob while both 
sounds are being output, the navigation volume is adjusted first.
 To run the Siri voice recognition, press and hold the Voice Recognition button on the 
steering wheel.
	
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.
	
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.
	
A
When you receive a call, press the Call button on the steering wheel to answer it.
	
A
When phone projection is active, you cannot change the phone projection settings. To 
change the settings, remove the USB cable from your system.
	
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 .
	
A
To use the functions on your smartphone with the minimized system settings, update the 
smartphone OS to the latest version.
	
A
The recognition time may differ depending on the device type, firmware, and OS version.
	
A
Charges may apply for any mobile data used while Apple CarPlay is running.
	
A
Some functions may not work properly depending on the network signal strength.
	
A
Avoid interacting with the smartphone while using Apple CarPlay.
	
A
You cannot use the following functions when Apple CarPlay is in use.
 
Bluetooth phone
 
USB mode
 
Android Auto
 
Browsing using the Search 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:
	
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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Bluetooth System Info
You can see and edit the Bluetooth information of the system.
Phone Projection Settings
You can activate the phone projection connection function to pair your smartphone with 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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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.	
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.
 Android Auto: Vary the volume of your Android smartphone, connected to the system, 
depending on the function.
 Apple CarPlay: Vary the volume of your iPhone, connected to the system, depending on 
the function.
	
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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Connected Devices (if equipped)
You can adjust the volume of the phone projection and initialize all volume settings.
Android Auto
Vary the volume of your Android smartphone, connected to the system, depending on the 
function.	
A
To initialize all system sound settings of the phone projection, press Reset.
Apple CarPlay
Vary the volume of your iPhone, connected to the system, depending on the function.
	
A
To initialize all system sound settings of the phone projection, press Reset.
Turning on/off the screen touch sound
To turn on or off the touch sound on the screen, press Beep at the top of 
the screen.  
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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.
 
Android Auto: https://support.google.
com/androidauto
 Apple CarPlay: http://www.apple.com/
ios/carplay
The function is 
inactive.
  On the All Menus screen, navigate to 
Setup 
>
 Device Connections and 
activate the connection function from the 
Phone Projection Settings menu.
  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.
  Check that the smartphone battery level 
is not too low. Recognition may not work 
properly when the battery level is too 
low.
 The phone projection may not work 
properly when the signal strength is 
weak.
 When the smartphone is locked, first 
unlock it.
 Initialize the smartphone and connect 
the device again.
A black screen 
appears when the 
phone projection is 
activated or in use. The smartphone 
malfunctions.
 
Remove the USB cable from the 
smartphone and connect the device 
again.
 Initialize the smartphone and connect 
the device again.  
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C
Charge Management  2-33
ClimateClimate settings  9-9,  9-28
Climate control function  2-13
Component names and functions Control 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
Search knob  1-3
SEEK/TRACK button  1-3
SETUP button  1-3
System Reset button  1-3
Steering wheel remote control
Call button  1-4,  1-5
Custom button  1-5
End Call button  1-4,  1-5
MODE button  1-4
Move lever/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 assistance screen  2-8
Driving Information  2-26
Index
A
Advanced system settings  9-42
Android devices
Android Auto  2-4
Apple devices Apple CarPlay  2-6
B
Battery warning  1-7
BluetoothBluetooth phone
Answering a call  6-15
Call  6-6
Contacts list  6-10
Dial pad  6-12
Favorites settings  6-8
Options during a call  6-16
Recent calls list  6-6
Switching to another call  6-17
Text message  6-17
Specifications  11-16
Bluetooth connection Adding a device  6-2
Deleting a device  6-5
Device connection  6-4
Disconnecting a device  6-5  
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N
Navigation  5-2, 5-10
Navigation settings  9-63,  9-68
Notifications  2-27
P
Parking assist guide lines  2-8
Phone  6-6
Phone projection Android Auto  2-4
Apple CarPlay  2-6
Plug-in Hybrid menu  2-29
Previous Destinations  5-14
Product specifications Bluetooth  11-16
Common specifications  11-16
LTE RF  11-17
Media player  11-14
Radio  11-16
Wi-Fi  11-18
Proximity Warning  2-9
R
Radio Changing the channel  3-9,  3-10, 3-11
Changing the radio mode  3-8,  3-9
Deleting a channel  3-13,  3-14
Saving radio channels  3-12,  3-13
Scanning channels  3-10,  3-11
Rear-seat climate control function  2-16
Rear-seat conversation mode  2-18
Rear-seat quiet mode  2-20
Rear-seat view  2-19
Rear view screen  2-8
Recent calls list  6-6
S
Save searched place  5-23
Saving frequently visited places  5-25
Saving the current position  5-24
Settings Advanced settings  9-42
Bluetooth settings  9-41
Button settings  9-46,  9-48
Data/network settings  9-79
Device connections settings  9-35,  9-37
Display settings  9-94,  9-99
General settings  9-82,  9-87
Kia Connect settings  9-77
Media settings  9-105
Navigation settings  9-63,  9-68
Screen saver settings  9-102
Screen theme/layout settings  9-93
Sound settings  9-51,  9-55
User profile settings  9-80,  9-81
UVO settings  9-75
Vehicle settings  9-3,  9-15
Voice recognition settings  
9-61,  9-62
Siri Eyes Free  7-29
SiriusXM™  3-17 Changing to SiriusXM mode  3-17,  3-18, 
3-20
Featured Favorites channels  3-27,  3-28
Searching for channels  3-21,  3-22
Selecting channels  3-23,  3-24
Viewing the program schedule  3-25, 
3-26
Software update  9-106