ECO mode KIA SOUL 2023 Quick Reference Guide

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Kia Connect service
Kia Connect provides connected car services, such as roadside assistance and emergency
rescue, via the latest IT and communication technologies.
When you have subscribed to Kia Connect, you can access other useful fea\
tures using the Kia
Connect menu on your system.
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The UVO service name has been changed to Kia Connect.

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You must be an active Kia Connect subscriber or within the initial free trial period to
receive Kia Connect services, including Auto Collision Notification.

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Depending on the conditions such as vehicle type, system type, and the s\
ubscribed
service package, available services may differ.

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The exact appearance or position of the button may differ depending on the vehicle
model and specifications.

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Some services may incur additional charges.

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Services may be modified, added, or deleted by changes in the company's policies.
Service restrictions
Kia Connect services are provided via the mobile communication network. Accordingly,
the service may be restricted depending on the mobile communication network condition.
Use the network signal strength icon (
) at the top of the screen to check the mobile
communication status.

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It is recommended to use the service when the number of signal bars in the icon\
is 4 or
more.

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Depending on the network signal status, access to Kia Connect may be restricted in the
following locations:

Inside a building or tunnel

Mountain or forest area

Road close to a cliff

Area densely populated with tall buildings

Road under expressway or multi-level road

Communication shadow area according to the service provider's network coverage
policy

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Using Voice Local Search (if equipped)
With Kia Connect, you can search for locations from the online map database by using voice
commands.
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This function is only available in vehicle models with
l l (3 Button type).

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Depending on the conditions such as vehicle type, system type, and the s\
ubscribed
service package, available services may differ.

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The exact appearance or position of the button may differ depending on the vehicle
model and specifications.
If you did not update the map or system or you cannot find your destination in the
navigation, you can use the latest information from the online server to search for locations
and receive guidance.
1 Press the [] button on the vehicle.
Voice recognition starts with voice guidance.
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This function is not supported if the system display language is not Eng\
lish.
2 After the voice guidance ends and you hear a beep, say the POI name or
Address.
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Type2

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Depending on the system language, voice recognition may not be supported.

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ÝWarning
Even though the vehicle is equipped the Parking Safety system, be sure to check any
obstacles in the surroundings while driving. Relying on the Parking Safety system may
cause an accident. Accordingly, be sure to control the vehicle by your judgment.
When the sensors cannot detect any obstacles due to the detection limit, it may cause an
accident. Be sure to always check the surroundings while parking.
Drive Mode (if equipped)
You can change the vehicle settings for driving conditions.
Option A
Option B (EV only)

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
ECO (EV only)
This is a drive mode for increasing the vehicle's fuel efficiency. You can change the climate
control mode, the active coast energy regeneration level, and speed limit settings.
NORMAL (EV only)
This is a drive mode focused on the driver and passenger's comfort. You can change the
climate control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.

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SPORT (EV only)
This drive mode enables a more dynamic driving performance. You can change the climate
control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.
Drive Mode Change Alert (if equipped)
You can set how to display the notification message when the drive mode is changed.
Detailed Alert: Displays a detailed notification message along with the vehicle image
when the drive mode is changed.
Simple Alert: Displays the notification at the top or on the split screen when the drive
mode is changed.
Off: When the drive mode changes, no notification is provided.
Reset ECO/NORMAL/SPORT (EV only)
You can reset the drive mode settings to the default values.

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The display may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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See how to improve ECO potential by pressing the Help button from an EV(Electric
Vehicle). In most cases, a vehicle can travel a longer distance when its ECO potential score
is higher (EV only).
Climate (if equipped)
You can configure the operation environment for climate control system.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Recirculate Air (if equipped)
You can set to keep the inside air pleasant by blocking inflow of outside air.
Activate upon Washer Fluid Use
: Sets to automatically switch to the inside air circulation
mode to prevent inflow of washer fluid scent when spraying washer fluid.

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Automatic Ventilation (if equipped)
You can set to prevent condensation inside and keep inside air pleasant using this feature.
Auto Dehumidify: Once the inside air circulation mode has been used for a long time, it
is switched to the outside air inflow mode to prevent condensation.
Defog/Defrost Options (if equipped)
You can set to enable the defogger to secure driver visibility.
Auto Defog: When the sensor detects fog on the windshield, the automatic ventilation is
run for defogging.
Climate Features (if equipped)
You can set or change the settings for the climate system.
Rear Climate Controls: Used to move to the climate control screen for the rear seat. You
can check or set the climate status for the rear seat.

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For more information about controlling the rear-seat climate control system:
> see "Using the rear-seat climate control function (if equipped)."
Lights (if equipped)
You can configure the settings for vehicle lights.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Ambient Light (if equipped)
You can set the brightness and color of the ambient light.
One Touch Turn Signal (if equipped)
You can set the number of turn signal lamp flashes when the lamp lever is operated.
Headlight Delay (if equipped)
You can set to turn off the taillights and headlights in 15 seconds after turning off the vehicle
to ensure visibility.

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Cluster (if equipped)
You can set the data to display on the instrument cluster and the volume and type for guiding
beep.
AThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Service Interval (if equipped)
You can set to guide you when to perform the vehicle inspection.
Enable Service Interval: Sets the service inspection interval. When it exceeds, the
notification is provided.
Distance: Sets the driving distance for a service.
Duration: Sets the service cycle.
Reset: Initializes the settings for distance and duration.
Energy Consumption Reset (if equipped)
You can set to automatically initialize the average fuel economy.
After Ignition: The average fuel economy is automatically initialize whenever you drive
the vehicle.
After Refueling
: The average fuel economy is automatically initialize whenever you refuel
the vehicle.
 Off: The average fuel economy initialize is unavailable.
Content Selection (if equipped)
You can set the content to display on the instrument cluster.
Gear Position Pop-up: When the gear is shifted, the information pop-up appears.
Wiper/Lights Display: When the wiper or light lever operates, the operation mode
appears.
Traffic Signs: Displays the road information such as speed bumps and speed limits.
Icy Road Warning: When the outside temperature drops below 4 °C (39 °F), the
possibility of road icing appears.

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Seat Position Change Alert (if equipped)
You can set the system to display a notification message along with the seat image on the
screen when a seat position is changed.
Smart Posture Care (if equipped)
You can see the recommended driving posture according to your physical data, and the
clinical inspection result for your waist.
Heated/Ventilated Features (if equipped)
You can set to make the driving environment pleasant by controlling the steering wheel
warmer and driver's seat warmer/ventilation.
Auto. Controls That Use Climate Control Settings: Automatically controls the heating
wire or ventilation for the driver's seat and steering wheel, in sync with the climate control
function.

Steering Wheel Warmer: Steering Wheel Warmer adjusts automatically based on
Climate settings.

Seat Warmer/Ventilation: Seat Warmer/Ventilation adjusts automatically based on
Climate settings.
Seating Easy Access (if equipped)
For convenience upon getting on and off, you can adjust the position of the driver's seat or
steering wheel to secure space inside the vehicle.
 Steering Easy Access: The steering wheel moves upward when getting on and off.
Seat Slide Easy Access: Can set the distance to automatically move the driver's seat
when getting on or off.
Rear Seat Heating Control (if equipped)
You can set to enable the warmer for the rear-left and rear-right seats.
Reset (if equipped)
You can initialize all system settings in the vehicle.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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The required features cannot be initialize.

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CUSTOM (if equipped)
You can set to select the drive mode optimized for the driving habits or road conditions.
Powertrain: Select a drive mode that performs optimum engine and transmission
control depending on the driving situation.

NORMAL: Optimized for balanced comfort.

SPORT: Optimized for agile driving.
 Steering: Select a drive mode that performs optimum steering wheel control depending
on the driving situation.

NORMAL: Optimized for smooth steering.

SPORT: Optimized for agile steering.
ECO
(EV only)
This is a drive mode for increasing the vehicle's fuel efficiency. You can change the climate
control mode, the active coast energy regeneration level, and speed limit settings.
NORMAL (EV only)
This is a drive mode focused on the driver and passenger's comfort. You can change the
climate control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.
SPORT (EV only)
This drive mode enables a more dynamic driving performance. You can change the climate
control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.
Drive Mode Change Alert (if equipped)
Configure the setting so that drive mode change notification is displayed along with the
vehicle image when the drive mode is changed.
Climate Control ECO Mode (if equipped)
Decrease the cooling/heating level to increase the drivable range.

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Sport Mode Seat Support (if equipped)
Reinforces seat side bolstering to offer a sporty driving experience.
Coasting (if equipped)
You can enable coasting while driving to improve fuel efficiency. This setting allows the
transmission to disengage the engine while driving in ECO mode or SMART mode, provided
that the coasting conditions are met.
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Coasting is available only when the drive mode supports ECO or SMART mode.

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Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Reset ECO/NORMAL/SPORT (if equipped)
You can reset the drive mode settings to the default values.

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The display may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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See how to improve ECO potential by pressing the Help button from an EV (Electric
Vehicle). In most cases, a vehicle can travel a longer distance when its ECO potential score
is higher (EV only).
ECO Vehicle (if equipped)
You can set the convenience features available for ECO vehicles.
Option A
Option B (EV only)

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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Fuel Economy Reset (if equipped)
You can set to automatically initialize the average fuel economy.
After Vehicle On: The average fuel economy is automatically initialize whenever you
drive the vehicle.
After refueling: The average fuel economy is automatically initialize whenever you refuel
the vehicle.
After Recharging: The average fuel economy is automatically initialize whenever you
charge the vehicle (EV only).
Off: The average fuel economy initialize is unavailable.
Reset Fuel Economy (if equipped)
Select which average fuel economy to display on the cluster.
At vehicle start: Displays the fuel economy after engine restart.
After refueling: Displays the fuel economy after refueling.
After Recharging: Displays the fuel economy after recharging (EV only).
Manually: Displays the accumulated fuel economy.
Content Selection (if equipped)
You can set the content to display on the instrument cluster.
Wiper/Lights Display: When the wiper or light lever operates, the operation mode
appears.
Traffic Signs: Displays the road information such as speed bumps and speed limits.
Blind-Spot View Monitor: Displays the blind spot view on the instrument cluster when
the turn signal lamp is operating.
Icy Road Warning: When the outside temperature drops below 4 °C (39 °F), the
possibility of road icing appears.
Cluster Voice Guidance Volume (if equipped)
You can adjust the voice guidance volume of the cluster.
Welcome Sound (if equipped)
You can set to generate the notification sound when turning on or off the instrument cluster.
Tachometer Display (if equipped)
Selects the drive modes in which the tachometer is displayed.
Oil Change Reminder (if equipped)
Shows the residual life of the engine oil.