KIA SELTOS 2021 Navigation System Quick Reference Guide
Manufacturer: KIA, Model Year: 2021, Model line: SELTOS, Model: KIA SELTOS 2021Pages: 244, PDF Size: 7.35 MB
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4 Set the keyboard type for text entry and then 
press Next.
5 To set the driver’s name, press Rename.
The name change screen appears.
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To proceed with First Run Setup without changing the 
driver’s name, press Next.
6 Set the map display method and then press Next.
 2D Heading Up: The map is rotated depending on the 
driving direction.
 2D North Up: Displays the map with the north fixed at the 
top.
 3D Bird View: The map is rotated depending on the 
driving direction and it is displayed in three dimensions.
7 When the First Run Setup screen appears, press 
OK.
Displays the Home screen.
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To set the detailed user information and operation 
environment, press Profile Settings. 
> See “Configuring the 
user profile settings (if equipped).”  
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Using the phone projection 
function
When you connect an Android smartphone or iPhone to the 
vehicle with a USB cable, you can run and control applications 
on the phone through the widescreen using its user-friendly 
interface.
 ÝWarning
Do not adjust or set up any phone settings while driving. You may 
lose your steering control which could cause an accident and 
severe bodily injuries.
 ÜCaution
Using an approved USB cable provided by your smartphone 
manufacturer is recommended. Using unapproved USB cables 
may cause a phone projection error or a system malfunction.
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 applications on the phone 
through the widescreen using its user-friendly interface.
1 To use Android Auto, first check the following.
 Visit the Android Auto website at https://www.android.
com/auto to check the list of countries, device types, and 
models that support Android Auto.
 Download and install the Android Auto application 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.  
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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.
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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.
 To use the Google voice recognition, press and hold the 
Voice Recognition button on the steering wheel.
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By pressing the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel, you 
can run the media application on your smartphone as well as 
the Radio/Media mode of the system.
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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.
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By pressing the Call button on the steering wheel, you can 
make a call via Bluetooth connection.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model 
and specifications.
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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.
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When the connection is made for the first time, the system 
screen displays a notification window. Check the details 
and then press OK.
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To end the Android Auto and disconnect from the 
smartphone, remove the USB cable from the system.
 ÜCaution
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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Pairing to an iPhone via Apple CarPlay
After you connect an iPhone to the vehicle with Apple CarPlay, 
you can run and control applications 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  >
 Apple CarPlay and then check 
Enable Apple CarPlay.
AA The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model 
and specifications.
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Select  Use Split Screen at Apple CarPlay screen to show 
split screen when using Apple CarPlay.
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When phone projection is active, you cannot change the 
phone projection settings. To change the settings, remove the 
USB cable from your system.
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The icons on the screen are subject to change according to 
the policy of Google Corporation.
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Applications 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.
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To use the functions on your smartphone with the minimized 
system settings, update the smartphone OS to the latest 
version.
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The recognition time may differ depending on the device 
type, firmware, and OS version.
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Charges may apply for any mobile data used while Android 
Auto is running.
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Some functions may not work properly depending on the 
network signal strength.
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Avoid interacting with the smartphone while using Android 
Auto.
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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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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.
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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.
 To run the Siri voice recognition, press and hold the Voice 
Recognition button on the steering wheel.
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To display the system Home screen, press 
.
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By pressing the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel, you 
can run the media application on your smartphone as well as 
the Radio/Media mode of the system.
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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.
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When you receive a call, press the Call button on the steering 
wheel to answer it.
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When phone projection is active, you cannot change the 
phone projection settings. To change the settings, remove the 
USB cable from your system.
3 Connect an iPhone to the USB port on the vehicle 
by using the provided USB cable.
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When the connection is made for the first time, the system 
screen displays a notification window. Check the details 
and then press OK.
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To end the Apple CarPlay and disconnect from the iPhone, 
remove the USB cable from the system.
 ÜCaution
Do not repeatedly connect and remove the USB connector 
within a short time. It may cause device errors or system 
failures.
4 When the iPhone is locked, unlock it first and then 
consent to the use of Apple CarPlay.
When the iPhone is recognized successfully, the Apple 
CarPlay menu is activated on the All Menus screen.  
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Using the driving assist display
You can see the view around the vehicle through the system 
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The displayed screen may differ depending on the vehicle 
model.
 ÝWarning
When backing up, make sure to follow the guidelines below:
 Before entering your vehicle, always check the area behind 
your vehicle.
 Do not solely rely on the rear view camera when backing up. 
Always ensure that it is safe to back up by checking behind 
you and looking in the rearview mirrors.
 Always back up slowly and stop immediately if you suspect 
that a person, especially a child, might be behind you.
 ÜCaution
Objects on the screen may not be as close or far as they appear. 
Be sure to check the rear, left, and right sides with your own eyes 
for safety.
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Applications 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 .
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To use the functions on your smartphone with the minimized 
system settings, update the smartphone OS to the latest 
version.
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The recognition time may differ depending on the device 
type, firmware, and OS version.
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Charges may apply for any mobile data used while Apple 
CarPlay is running.
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Some functions may not work properly depending on the 
network signal strength.
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Avoid interacting with the smartphone while using Apple 
CarPlay.
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You cannot use the following functions when Apple CarPlay is 
in use.
 
Bluetooth
 
USB mode
 
Android Auto
 
Browse function using the [TUNE/
FILE] knob  
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a Moving direction lines (yellow)
Displays the vehicle’s moving direction based on the 
steering angle.
b Neutral steering lines (blue)
Displays the moving direction if you reverse the vehicle in 
neutral. Noting these lines, you can determine whether 
the vehicle is stopped in correct direction and the 
distances to the neighboring vehicles are adequate.
c Collision warning lines (red)
Used to prevent collision.
d Rear top view button (if equipped)
Press the button to display the rear top view.
e Parking distance warning (if equipped)
Depending on the distance to obstacles, the warning 
color and alert sound change along with the level (1/2/3) 
to notify of the distance.
f Camera image adjustment
Used to adjust the brightness and contrast of camera 
images.
g Center
Used to initialize the brightness and contrast of camera 
images.
Using the rear-view display
1 Press the “R” (Reverse) button shifter (or move the 
shift lever to “R” in a previous vehicle model) with 
the vehicle turned on.
The system automatically displays the rear view with parking 
assist guidelines.
2 Safely park your vehicle, checking the rear view 
and guidelines.
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The example may differ from the actual screen display.
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Viewing the rear top view display (if equipped)
You can look down the rear view from the top through the rear-
view display.
1 On the rear-view screen, press .
2 Check the top view display and assist guide lines.
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The guide lines appear on the rear top view.
 
Displays the space required to open the trunk. After a 
parking, check whether the space is sufficient to open 
the trunk and there is no obstacle.
 
Displays the extension line from the center of the 
vehicle. According to the steering direction, the moving 
direction of the center is displayed on the screen.
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Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model 
and specifications.
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You can change the motion settings of the rear camera. On 
the All Menus screen, press Setup  >
 Display  >
 Extend Rear 
Camera Use and then check Extend Rear Camera Use to 
turn on the function. The rear view appears continuously even 
when you change the shift position other than “R” (Reverse) 
after reversing (if equipped).
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Noting the parking assist guide lines based on the steering, 
you can see the moving direction.
AAA warning sound is heard when the vehicle approaches 
obstacles while parking. When you set to automatically lower 
the audio volume while parking, it can prevent accidents 
caused by failure to hear the warning sound. On the All 
Menus screen, press Setup  >
 Sound  >
 Driving Guidance  >
 
Parking Safety Priority. 
> See “Parking Safety Priority.”  
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2 Press the icon to get a view in the desired 
direction.
IconDescription
Displays the zoom-in front top view and top view.
Displays the front wide view and top view (default).
Display the front blind spot view and top view.
Used to adjust the brightness and contrast of the 
camera images. 
Displays the surround view settings.
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When any door or trunk is open or outside rear-view 
mirrors are folded, an alert icon appears on the screen.
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To turn off the surround view screen, press the [
] 
button.
Surround View Monitor (if equipped)
You can check the surroundings by using multiple cameras on the 
vehicle.
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Use the +/- button on the right of the screen to zoom in or 
out.
Viewing the surround view while driving
1 In order to see the surround view, press the [] 
button.
The system displays both the front view and surround view.
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The surround view monitor function operates only when 
any of the following conditions are met.
 
The driving speed is below 9mph with the shift position 
in “D” (Drive).
 
The vehicle is stationary and the shift position is in “D” 
(Drive) or “N” (Neutral).  
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Configuring the surround view monitor 
settings
1 On the surround view screen, press .
2 Select and then change the settings.
 To select the information to appear on the video, press 
Display Contents. (e.g. Top view parking guidance, rear 
view parking guidance, parking distance warning).
 To select the default view for top view monitoring, press 
Top View Default Mode.
 To select the default view for using the surround view 
monitor function while driving, press Front View Default 
Mode.
Viewing the surround view while reversing
1 Press the “R” (Reverse) button shifter (or move the 
shift lever to “R” in a previous vehicle model) with 
the vehicle turned on.
The system displays the rear view of the vehicle.
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The surround view monitor function is not available when 
you change the shift position to “P” (Park).
2 Press the icon to get a view in the desired 
direction.
Icon Description
Displays the zoom-in rear top view and top view.
Displays the rear wide view and top view (default).
Display the rear blind spot view and top view.
Used to adjust the brightness and contrast of the 
camera images. 
Displays the surround view settings.