warning KIA NIRO PHEV 2023 Quick Start Guide Base Audio

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Using the Kia Connect
menu
You can use Kia Connect services via the
Kia Connect menu in your system.
Starting the Kia Connect
menu
On the Home screen, press All
Menus > Kia Connect .
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a a Display the options list.
\225Display Off (if equipped): Turn off
the screen. Press the screen to turn
it back on.
\225User′s Manual on Web (QR Code) :
Access the web manual via the QR
code. For safety reasons, you can
access the QR code only when your
vehicle is stationary.
b b Return to the previous level.
c c Call the Kia Connect Center for vehicle
towing and other services.
> See
″ Contacting roadside assistance .″
d d Check your vehicle for any issues and
view the diagnosis.
> See ″Diagnosing
your vehicle .″
e e View maintenance service intervals
for your last and next scheduled
maintenance.
> See ″Checking
maintenance service intervals .″
f f Call the Kia Connect Center to request
help or make inquiries while using
Kia Connect services or your account.
> See ″Contacting the virtual assistant .″
g g Call the Kia Connect Center to request
help or make inquiries regarding
service activation and Kia Connect
services.
h h Access Kia Connect services to use it
in your system, activate the automatic
911 connection feature, or access
modem information.
> See ″Configuring
the Kia Connect settings .″
\334Warning
Distracted driving can result in a loss of
vehicle control, leading to an accident,
severe bodily injury, or death. The driver′s
primary responsibility is the safe and
legal operation of the vehicle, and the
use of any vehicle systems, including the
touch screen and steering wheel controls,
which take the driver′s eyes, attention,
and focus away from the safe operation of
the vehicle, or which are not permissible
by law, should never be used during the
operation of the vehicle.
\333Note
Use the Kia Connect features in the
system when your vehicle is parked with
the engine running.

8-5
Diagnosing your vehicle
You can diagnose your vehicle. With
a vehicle diagnosis, you can schedule
maintenance.
1 Park your vehicle in a safe
location.
\333Note
Depending on the vehicle model
or specifications, you may need to
ensure your vehicle is parked before
performing a diagnosis.
2 On the Home screen, press
All Menus > Kia Connect >
Vehicle Diagnostics .
\225A remote diagnosis will begin.
Refrain from using your system until
the diagnosis is complete and the
result is displayed on the screen.
If you move to another screen
while a diagnosis is in progress, the
diagnosis will be canceled.
3 Check the result displayed on
the screen.
\333 Note
\225A diagnosis result provided by this
service is only an estimation based
on data from your vehicle. Visit a Kia
dealership for a detailed diagnosis.
\225If a critical issue is detected with your
vehicle, an automatic diagnosis will start
and a warning light will display in the
instrument cluster. You will be notified
of the diagnosis result.
\225Your preferred dealership must be
registered on Owners.kia.com for you to
schedule maintenance with it.
Contacting roadside
assistance
If you encounter a disabled vehicle or
other problems while on the road, you can
contact the Kia Connect Center directly
for roadside assistance, vehicle towing or
service.
Press All Menus > Kia Connect
> Roadside Assist on the Home
screen, or press the [
] button in
your vehicle.
\225 When connecting with a roadside
assistance representative, please specify
the type of service you need.
\225To end the call, press End on the screen
or press the [
] button.
\333 Note
Depending on the network connection,
this feature may not work correctly.

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[SW Info/Update (if equipped)
You can view your system′s version
information or update it to the latest
version. To update your system, visit your
local dealership.
\335 Caution
\225Depending on data size, an update may
take several minutes.
\225Do not turn off the system or remove
the storage device while the update is in
progress. If the power supply is cut off
or the storage device is removed from
the system, it may corrupt the data or
cause a system malfunction.
[Storage
You can view your system′s memory
storage information.
[User′s Manual on Web (QR
Code)
You can access the web manual of the
system by scanning the QR code with your
smartphone.
\334 Warning
Park your vehicle in a safe location before
scanning the QR code. For safety reasons,
you are not able to access QR codes from
the system′s screen while the vehicle is
moving.
[Reset (if equipped)
You can reset your system settings to
default values. All user data stored in the
system will also be deleted.
Date & Time
You can set the current time and date or
change the time display format.
[GPS Time
You can set the system to receive time
information from the GPS. When you
deactivate this option, you can set the
time and date manually.
[Time Zone
You can select your time zone.
[Daylight Saving Time
You can apply daylight saving time.
[24 Hours
You can set the time in the 24 hour
format.

9-14
Configuring the sound
settings
You can adjust/modify sound settings
such as speaker volume or sound effects.
Depending on the vehicle model or
specifications, displayed screens and
available options may vary.
On the Home screen, press All
Menus > Setup > Sound and
select an option to change.
Volume (if equipped)
You can adjust the volume levels for
various system features, including phone
projection.
[ System Sound
You can adjust the volume levels for
individual system features.
\333 Note
To restore the default volume settings for
system features, press Reset.
[Phone Projection
You can adjust the volume levels for
phone projection features individually.
\333 Note
To restore the default volume settings for
phone projection, press Reset.
Priority (if equipped)
You can set specific sounds to take priority
over other sounds when they play at the
same time.
[Parking Safety Priority
You can set to give priority to the
proximity warning feature and lower all
other sounds when parking your vehicle.
[Start-up Volume Limit
You can set to automatically lower the
system volume upon vehicle start-up, if
the volume has been previously set to a
high level.

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Guidance (if equipped)
You can change the settings for the
guidance that is available while you are
driving.
[Guidance Volumes (if equipped)
You can adjust the volume levels for
individual system features.
\333Note
To restore the default volume settings for
system features, press Reset.
[Parking Safety Priority (if
equipped)
You can set to give priority to the
proximity warning feature and lower all
other sounds when parking your vehicle.
Radio Noise (if equipped)
You can select the FM radio noise
reduction option for the sound quality of
the incoming signal.
\225 Original Sound : The original sound will
be maintained. Radio noise may be loud.
\225 Minimum Noise Reduction : The
original sound will be maintained
and noise reduction will be adjusted
automatically.
\225 Max. Noise Reduction : Radio noise is
minimized. The volume may be reduced.

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Connected Devices (if
equipped)
You can adjust the volume levels for
phone projection features individually.
[ Android Auto
You can enable Android Auto to connect
your Android smartphone to your system.
\333 Note
To restore the default volume settings for
Android Auto, press Reset.
[Apple CarPlay
You can enable Apple CarPlay to connect
your iPhone to your system.
\333 Note
To restore the default volume settings for
Apple CarPlay, press Reset.
Driver Assistance Warning
(if equipped)
You can change the settings for the
guidance that is available while you are
driving.
[Parking Safety Priority
You can set the system to decrease the
audio volume to hear a proximity warning
prior to other sounds while parking your
vehicle.

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Important information
Before using your system, read and follow
all instructions and safety information
provided in this user′s guide (″User′s
Manual″). Not following precautions found
in this guide can lead to an accident or
other serious consequences.
Keep this guide in your
vehicle
When kept in the vehicle, this guide will
be a ready reference for you and other
users unfamiliar with the system. Ensure
that before using the system for the
first time, all persons have access to this
guide and read its instructions and safety
information carefully.
Warning
Operating certain parts of this system
while driving can distract your attention
away from the road, and possibly cause an
accident or other serious consequences.
Do not change system settings or enter
data non-verbally (using your hands) while
driving. Stop the vehicle in a safe and
legal manner before attempting these
operations. This is important since setting
up or changing some functions as you
drive may distract your attention away
from the road and removing your hands
from the steering wheel may cause you to
lose control of the vehicle.
General operation
[Prolonged views of screen
Do not access any function requiring a
prolonged view of the screen while you
are driving. Pull over in a safe and legal
manner before attempting to access
a function of the system requiring
prolonged attention. Even short views
of the screen may be hazardous if your
attention has been diverted away from
your driving.
[Volume setting
Do not raise the volume excessively.
Keep the volume at a level where you can
still hear outside traffic and emergency
signals while driving. Driving while unable
to hear these sounds could cause an
accident.

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Index
A
advanced system settings 9-7
all menus 1-15
Android Auto
settings 9-18
via USB connection 2-3
via wireless connection 2-7
Apple CarPlay
settings 9-18
via USB connection 2-5
via wireless connection 2-12
audio system, set 9-22
B
battery warning 1-9
beep, set 9-19
blue light filter settings 9-21
Bluetooth audio player
pausing/resuming 5-8
playing 5-6
playing the previous/next file 5-8
restarting playback 5-8
Bluetooth information 9-6
Bluetooth mode
connecting devices 6-3
deleting devices 6-6
disconnecting devices 6-5
pairing devices 6-2
Bluetooth phone
answering a call 6-13
call history 6-7
contacts list 6-10
favorites list 6-8
functions during a call 6-14
keypad 6-11
making a call 6-6
switching calls 6-15
Bluetooth settings 9-6
Bluetooth specifications 10-15
brightness mode, set 9-19
brightness settings 9-20
button settings 9-9
C
call history 6-6
charging current, set 3-5
charging management 3-3
climate control system 2-20, 2-21
climate settings 9-4
coasting, set 9-3
component names and functions control panel
custom button 1-5
media button 1-5
power button/volume knob 1-5
radio button 1-5
reset button 1-5, 10-6
search backward/forward
button 1-5
search knob 1-6
setup button 1-6
steering wheel remote control
call/answer button 1-7
call end button 1-7
custom button 1-7
mode button 1-6
mute button 1-6

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M
media notification, set 9-8, 9-23
media option, set 9-12
media player
Bluetooth audio mode 5-6
USB mode 5-2
mode button, set 9-8, 9-9
music, play
Bluetooth audio mode 5-6
USB mode 5-2
N
noise reduction 9-17
P
parking guides 2-16
phone
dialed calls 6-8
missed calls 6-8
received calls 6-8
phone projection 2-2
Android Auto (USB) 2-3
Android Auto (wireless) 2-7
Apple CarPlay (USB) 2-5
Apple CarPlay (wireless) 2-12
Plug-in Hybrid menu
charging current, set 3-5
charging management 3-3
departure time, set 3-3
eco-driving information 3-6
energy flow 3-7
energy information 3-2
scheduled chargings 3-4
privacy mode 6-7, 9-6
proximity warning 2-16
Q
quiet mode 2-24
R
radio
deleting stations 4-5
HD Radio 4-6
mode, change 4-3
noise reduction 9-17
number of saved stations 4-6
rearranging stations 4-5
saved stations, select 4-5
saving stations 4-5
scanning stations 4-4
searching for stations 4-4
SiriusXM 4-7
rear seat climate control system 2-21
rear seat heat control, set 9-5
rear seat quiet mode 2-24
rear view
parking guides 2-16
rear camera operation, set 9-8, 9-22
rear top view 2-17
resetting to default
all menus 1-15
Bluetooth settings 9-6
display settings 9-22, 9-23
home screen menu icons 1-14
home screen widgets 1-14
sound settings 9-19
system 9-11, 9-13
S
scheduled chargings 3-4
screen saver, set 9-13, 9-22
search lever/button, control 1-11