power KIA SOUL 2023 Quick Reference Guide

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Schedule reminder
A schedule notification pops up at a specified time.

A
To view schedule details, press Details.
Checking weather information (if equipped)
You can view weather information (e.g., temperature, humidity, precipitation and rainfall
probability) for today, or the weather forecast.

A
The weather information is accessible only when the system is connected \
to the network.
On the All Menus screen, press Kia Connect >
Weather.
Weather information screen
ca
b
a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Can update to the latest weather information.
c c The list of menu items appears.
 Display Off: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or
briefly press the power button.
Current Location: Displays the weather of the current position.
Waypoint: Displays the weather of the waypoint, if specified.
Destination: Displays the weather of the destination, if specified.

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Configuring system settings
Configure various functions required for using the system. View information related to the
system.
Type1
Type2

A
The displayed screen or menu items may differ, depending on the vehicle model
and features. Check the screen type for your vehicle model and view the appropriate
instructions.

A
Press Menu or
>
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.

A
If you press Display Off at the top of the screen, the screen is switched off. To switch the
screen back on, press the screen or briefly press the power button.

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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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Walk-away Lock (if equipped)
You can set to automatically lock all doors when you move away from the vehicle with the
smart key.
A
When all doors are closed, this feature works normally.
Horn Feedback (if equipped)
You can set to generate guiding beep when all doors are locked.
Remote Power Doors & Liftgate (if equipped)
Easily open the doors by pressing the unlock button on the smart key for more than 3
seconds.
2 Press Unlock (if equipped)
You can set to unlock all doors by pressing the door unlock button twice.

A
When you press the door unlock button once, only the driver's seat door is unlocked.
Smart Sliding Door (if equipped)
Set the sliding door to automatically open when you move close to the sliding door carrying
your smart key.
Power Trunk or Power Liftgate (if equipped)
Open or close the trunk (liftgate) automatically using the power trunk (liftgate) button.

A
The displayed name may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Power Trunk Opening Speed or Power Liftgate Opening Speed
(if equipped)
Set the opening speed for the power trunk (liftgate).

A
The displayed name may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Power Trunk Opening Height or Power Liftgate Opening Height
(if equipped)
Set the opening height for the power trunk (liftgate).

A
The displayed name may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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Configuring the screen layout settings
(Type2)
(if equipped)
You can configure the settings for the display and themes.
A
Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

A
The displayed screen or name may differ depending on the vehicle model and
specifications.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Screen Layout.
The screen layout 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.

A
If you press Display Off at the top of the screen, the screen is switched off. To switch the
screen back on, press the screen or briefly press the power button.
Graphic Themes (if equipped)
Select the desired display theme.
Screen Saver
You can select the items to display on the screen saver in standby mode.
AThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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Analog Clock
Displays the analog clock on the system screen saver.
A
Press
to choose the Analog Clock to show on the screen.
Digital Clock
Displays the digital clock on the system screen saver.
None
Displays nothing on the system screen saver.
Split Screen
You can specify the items to display on the Split Screen.
AThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

A
This option is only available when the display supports Split Screen.

A
On the screen list, press
on the right and drag the item to reposition.
Configuring the display settings (Type1)
You can change the system display settings such as display brightness.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Display.
The display settings screen appears.
2 Configure the settings required:

A
Press Menu >
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.

A
If you press Display Off at the top of the screen, the screen is switched off. To switch the
screen back on, press the screen or briefly press the power button.

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Reset
You can initialize all display settings such as brightness.
Configuring the display settings (Type2)
You can change the system display settings such as display brightness.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Display.
The display 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.

A
If you press Display Off at the top of the screen, the screen is switched off. To switch the
screen back on, press the screen or briefly press the power button.

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Audio System ON/OFF (if equipped)
You can set so that power for the system is maintained when the vehicle is turned off.
Camera Settings (if equipped)
You can configure the screen settings for the driving assist view and set the information to
display in the view.
Display Contents (if equipped)
You can set the information to display on the view screen.
Extended Rear View Monitor: You can set to display the rear camera display even when
you change the shift position other than "R" (Reverse) after reversing.
Rear View Parking Lines: Displays the parking assist guide lines on the rear view screen.
Display Settings (if equipped)
You can adjust the brightness and contrast of the view screen.

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Solutions
Before reporting a malfunctioning system, refer to the following table and see if you can
identify and fix the problem. If the problem persists or you are unable to locate your specific
need, contact your place of purchase or dealer.
Sound and display
SymptomPossible causeSolution
A blank screen
appears and sound
is not audible. The system is turned
off.

Check that the start switch is in "ACC" or
"ON."
Press the Power button on the control
panel to turn on the system.
Sound volume is too
low. Use the Volume knob on the control panel to
adjust the volume.
Sound is muted. Press the Mute button on the steering wheel
to unmute.
Sound is audible
from only one side
of the speakers. Sound is
imbalanced.
On the All Menus screen, navigate to Setup
>
Sound and use the settings menu to
adjust the sound balance.
The sound is cut off
or noise is heard. Vibration occurs in
the system.When the system vibrates, the sound may
be cut off or noise may occur. This is not a
system failure. The system is restored as
soon as the vibration stops.

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Common specifications
ItemSpecifications
Power supply DC 14.4 V
Operating voltage DC 9-16 V
Dark current Below 1 mA in average within 45 days
Operating temperature
range -20 to +70 ℃
Storage temperature
range -40 to +85 ℃
Electric current
consumption 2.5 A
Radio
Item
Specifications
Available channels FM: 87.5–107.9 MHz (step: 200 kHz)
AM: 530–1710 kHz (step: 10 kHz)
Sensitivity FM: Within 10 dBuV
AM: Within 35 dBuV EMF
Distortion factor Within 2 %
Bluetooth
ItemSpecifications
Frequency range 2400–2483.5 MHz
Supported Bluetooth
version 4.1/4.2
Supported profiles Hands-free (1.7), A2DP (1.3), AVRCP (1.6),
PBAP (1.1/1.2), MAP (1.2/1.4)
Bluetooth Power Class 2 -6 to 4 dBm
Antenna power output 2.5 mW (max.)
Number of channels 79