window KIA SOUL 2023 Features and Functions Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
VIDEOS & QR CODES Inside Cover
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Instrument Cluster Overview 03
Indicators & Warning Lights 04
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 05
Fuel Economy / Tips for Economical Driving 05
Drive Mode Integrated Control System 06
VEHICLE SETTINGS
Instrument Cluster LCD Modes 07
Trip Modes / Trip Computer 07
User Settings* - Instrument Cluster 08
Vehicle Settings* - Infotainment System 08
Sound-Reactive Mood Light* 09
Service Interval Mode* 09
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE
SYSTEM (ADAS)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)* 10
Lane Keeping Assist (LK A) 11
Blind-spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) 12
Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISL A)* 13
Manual Speed Limit Assist (MSL A) 14
Driver Attention Warning (DAW) 14
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA) 15
Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC)* 1 6
Cruise Control (CC)* 17
Lane Following Assist (LFA)* 18
Highway Driving Assist (HDA)* 19
Rear View Monitor (RVM) 19
Rear Cross-traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
(RCCA) 20
DRIVER’S PANEL
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 21
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) 21
DRIVER’S PANEL (CONTINUED)
Instrument Panel Dimmer 21
Start/Stop Button* 22
Power Windows, Window Lock
& Central Door Lock 23
Rear Door Locks 23
Power/Heated* Outside Mirrors 23
Automatic Door Lock/Unlock 23
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Heated Steering Wheel* 24
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel 24
Headlights & High Beams 25
High Beam Assist (HBA)* 25
Turn Signals & Fog Lights* 25
Windshield Wipers & Washers 26
Rear Wiper & Washer* 26
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
Audio Controls 27
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 28
Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® Setup 30
Standard Audio System* 31
Kia Connect Activation* 32
Kia Connect Assistance* 32
Kia Access App Download 33
Kia Access App Features Guide 33
Kia Connect with Navigation* 34
CENTER PANEL
Digital Clock - Infotainment System 35
Multimedia USB Port, Power Outlets
& USB Charger Ports* 35
Automatic Climate Control* 36
Manual Climate Control* 37
Wireless Smartphone Charging System* 38
CENTER PANEL (CONTINUED)
Idle, Stop & Go (ISG) System 39
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)* 40
Auto Hold* 40
Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting 41
S E AT I N G
Power Adjustable Driver ’s Seat* 42
Seat Warmers* 42
Front Seat Headrest Adjustment 43
6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver ’s Seat* 43
Unfastening Center Seat Belt 44
Folding Rear Seats 44
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) System
with Door Monitoring* 45
OTHER KEY FEATURES
Map/Room Lamps 46
Sunvisor 46
Smart Key with Remote Start 47
Remote Keyless Entry* (Folding Key) 48
Double-Turn Lock/Unlock All 48
Fuel Cap Open Warning Indicator* 48
Fuel Door Release Lever 48
Sunroof Operation with Sunshade* 49
Hood Release Lever and Latch 50
Liftgate Release Button 50
SAFETY FEATURES
Child-Protector Rear Door Locks 51
Occupant Detection System (ODS) /
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 51
Seat Belts 52
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS Inside Back Cover
NORMAL MAINTENANCE Back Cover
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DRIVER’S PANEL
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DRIVER’SPANEL
A Pull/Press to operate Driver ’s and Front Passenger ’s window Auto Up/Down*
B Press to Unlock/Lock All Doors
C Press to disable Rear Passenger Windows
Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock
If the inner door handle is pulled once when the door is locked, the door will unlock If the inner door handle is pulled once more, the door will open
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Rear Door Locks
R
L
R
L
Button configuration may var y depending on vehicle model
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Automatic Door Lock/Unlock
Auto Door Lock/Unlock will engage when the gear shift is moved into or out of the P (Park) position Refer to the User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes on how to turn Auto Door Lock/Unlock ON/OFF
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Power / Heated* Outside Mirrors
To adjust mirrors: Toggle switch D left or right to select mirror Then press arrows E to adjust mirror position
Mirror heaters automatically turn ON/OFF at the same time the
Rear Window Defroster is turned ON/OFF The Rear Window Defroster button* is located on climate control system panel
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
A
B
C
D
E
REMINDERS:
•When but ton C is pressed, window controls for the Rear Passenger Windows are disabled
•When closing, be mindful of any objects or persons
•While driving with the rear windows down or with the sunroof* in an open or par tially open position, a wind buffeting or pulsation noise may be heard This noise is a normal occurrence and can be reduced or eliminated by the following:
•If the noise occurs with one or both of the rear windows down, par tially lower both front windows approximately 1 inch
•If the noise occurs with the sunroof open, slightly reduce the size of the sunroof opening
QUICK TIPS
Press but ton again to stop Auto Up/Down function
QUICK TIP
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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
INFOTAINMENTSYSTEM
Voice Recognition* and Phone Contact Tips
The system may have difficulty understanding some accents or uncommon names Improve the per formance by making a few simple changes to your phone contacts, listed below To help optimize the Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Voice Recognition system, see other tips and reminders under Quick Tips:
•Use full names (first and last names) vs short or single-syllable names (“John Smith” vs “Dad,” “Smith Residence” vs “Home”)
•Avoid using special characters, emojis or hyphenated names (@, &, #, /, -, *, +, etc )
•Avoid using acronyms (“In Case of Emergency” vs “ICE”) or words with all capital letters
•Spell words completely, no abbreviations (“Doctor Smith” vs “Dr Smith”)
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology†2 , 1 5 (continued)
•The system may register or pair multiple Bluetooth® devices See the Car Multimedia System User ’s Manual for more information on setup and limitations
•Bluetooth® Music Streaming: If the Bluetooth® music is inaudible or too low, turn up the volume on the connected phone
•When placing a call, speak in a natural, moderate tone, with clear pronunciation The system may have trouble recognizing commands if you speak too softly or too loudly
•Always wait for the beep before speaking any commands
•Close windows and sunroof and turn off A /C to reduce inter ference with the Voice Recognition
•Press the talk but ton and say “Help” to get a list of available commands
QUICK TIPS
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CENTER PANEL
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CENTERPANELREMINDERS:
•
Cold or warm ambient air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air but ton is not pressed ON (LED lit)
•
Pressing any but ton during AUTO operation will deactivate the AUTO function and switch to manual mode, except for Temperature Control
•
When in AUTO mode, Air Flow Mode and Fan Speed do not display on the Climate Control Display
•Continuous use of the climate control system in the recirculated air position may allow humidit y to increase inside the vehicle which may fog the glass and obscure visibilit y
Your Automatic Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations See section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Defog Inside Windshield:
1 Set Fan Speed to highest position
2 Set Temperature to highest position
3 Press the Front Defrost button
Defrost Outside Windshield:
1 Set Fan Speed to the highest position
2 Set Temperature to Hot
3 Press the Front Defrost button
Auto Defogging System (ADS):
Auto defogging is designed to reduce the fogging up of the inside of the windshield by automatically sensing the moisture of the inside of the windshield The system will automatically change to defrost mode when needed
Auto Defogging is set ON by default To cancel Auto Defogging, press the Front Defrost button for three
seconds, when the ignition is in on (ADS OFF icon will illuminate) To turn Auto Defogging on again, press the Front Defrost button for three seconds
Climate Control Auto Function:
1 Press AUTO to select Full Auto Operation - The Auto setting automatically controls the air flow modes, fan speeds, air intake and air conditioning according to the temperature setting selected
2
Set desired Temperature
3 Press SYNC to sync the left and right temperature control
Face-Level
Face/ Floor-Level
Floor-Level
Floor/ Defrost-Level
Air Flow Modes
To select Air Flow Modes, press the mode selection buttons:
Automatic Climate Control* (Type B)
68ºF 68ºFSYNC
Fan Speed Control but tonMode Selection button
A/C displayRear Windshield Defroster but ton
AUTO (Automatic Control) but ton
Air Intake Control but tonFront Windshield Defroster but ton
Air ConditioningON/OFF but ton
SYNC button
Driver’s TemperatureControl KnobPassenger’s TemperatureControl Knob
Blower OFF button
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Automatic ClimateControl Operation Video
Auto Defogging System (ADS) Video
•Continuous use of the climate control system in the recirculated air position may allow humidit y to increase inside the vehicle which may fog the glass and obscure visibilit y
•Keep inside glass as clean as possible to reduce window fogging
•Defrost mode activates A /C and opens Fresh Air Vent
•During Auto Operation the A /C indicator will NOT illuminate The fan speed, air intake, air flow and air conditioning may automatically engage at any time to reach desired temperature and reduce humidit y
QUICK TIPS
QR CODES
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CENTER PANEL
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CENTERPANEL
Fan Speed Control knobOutside Airbutton
Recirculated Air but ton
Mode Selection knobRear Defroster buttonTemperature Control knob
Air Conditioning ON/OFF but ton
Face-Level
Face/Floor-Level
Floor-Level
Floor/Defrost-Level
Defrost-Level
Air Flow Modes
To select Air Flow Modes, press the Mode selection buttons:
REMINDERS:
•
Continuous use of the climate control system in the recirculated air position may allow humidit y to increase inside the vehicle which may fog the glass and obscure visibilit y
•Warm air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air but ton is not pressed ON (LED lit)
Your Manual Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations See section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more details
Defrost Outside Windshield:
1 Set Fan Speed to the highest position
2 Set Temperature to Hot
3 Rotate knob to the Front Defroster mode
Defog Inside Windshield:
1 Set Fan Speed to desired position
2 Set desired Temperature
3 Rotate knob to the desired Front Defrost mode
Manual Climate Control*
AC
A/C0 1
2
3
4
REAR
•Defrost Mode activates A /C and opens Fresh Air Vent
•MA X A /C Mode automatically engages Recirculated Air
•Keep inside glass as clean as possible to reduce window fogging
QUICK TIPS
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OTHER KEY FEATURES
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OTHER KEY FEATURES
REMINDERS:
•Sunvisor may not shield all direct light
•
The Sunvisor may impair visibilit y if not adjusted properly Do not operate the vehicle if Sunvisor is impairing your visibilit y
•
Be aware of seating position when adjusting or swinging Sunvisor around to or from the front or side windows
•
Do not operate the vehicle if Sunvisor is impairing your visibility
Use the Sunvisor to shield direct light through the front or side windows Slide the Sunvisor out and adjust as needed
Sunvisors†1 6
Map/Room Lamp Operation: Push the lens A to turn the Map Lamp ON/OFF This light produces a spot beam for convenient use as a map lamp or personal lamp for the driver or front passenger
Door Mode: When the door button B is pressed, the Map Lamp turns ON when any door is opened
Front/Rear Room Lamps: When the room button C is pressed, the Map and Room Lamps turn ON
Automatic turn off function*: The interior lights automatically turn off approximately 30 seconds after the Engine System Start/Stop button* is OFF
Map/Room Lamps
(Type B)
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
•When doors are unlocked by the Smar t Key*, the lamp turns ON for approximately 30 seconds
•If your vehicle is equipped with the theft alarm system, the interior lights automatically turn off approximately 3 seconds after the system is in armed stage
•Using interior lights for an extended period of time may cause bat ter y discharge
QUICK TIPS
CB
AA
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OTHER KEY FEATURES
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OTHER KEY FEATURES
(Type A)
For illustrative purposes only Display may var yDo not adjust the sunroof or sunshade while driving This could result in loss of control of the vehicle
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Sunroof Open Warning*
If the Sunroof is not fully closed, the warning will chime and display on the Instrument Cluster LCD screen* B when:
•The ignition is turned off (Smart Key*)
•The ignition key is removed
•The driver ’s door is opened
REMINDERS:
•
Sunshade needs to remain OPEN while Sunroof is open and vehicle is moving
•When closing, be mindful of any objects or persons
The sunroof operation is controlled by a multidirectional button/lever A The ignition needs to be in the ON position to operate the Sunroof
To slide the Sunroof:
•Auto open: Slide the switch A backward to the farthest position (second detent)
•Auto close (glass only): Slide the switch A forward to the farthest position (second detent)
Tilt the Sunroof:
•Tilt open: Press switch A upward
•Tilt close: Press switch A forward
Sunroof Operation
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Sunroof Operation Video
QR CODE
While driving with the rear windows down or with the sunroof* in an open or par tially open position, a wind buffeting or pulsation noise may be heard This noise is a normal occurrence and can be reduced or eliminated by the following:
– If the noise occurs with one or both of the rear windows down, par tially lower both front windows approximately 1 inch
– If the noise occurs with the sunroof open, slightly reduce the size of the sunroof opening
QUICK TIPS
To stop the Sunroof/Sunshade at any position, push or pull the sunroof control lever in any direction (one detent)
QUICK TIP
B
A