KIA SOUL 2023 Quick Reference Guide

Useful functions
Using the First Run Setup
Using the phone projection function
Viewing the driving assistance screen Using the climate control function
Using the rear-seat climate control function Using the rear-seat conversation mode Using the rear-seat view
Using the rear-seat quiet mode Using the sound mood lamp Playing Sounds of Nature
Using the HD Radio™ Data
Viewing the driving information Viewing notifications
Using the Valet mode
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Using the First Run Setup
You can configure the system settings for each driver when multiple people are using the
vehicle.
In First Run Setup, you can configure the values to display on the screen such as user name,
language, and map display method.
1 When a safety warning message appears, read it, select the driver
image, and then press Confirm.
AWhen you log in as guest, you cannot configure the profile settings. To set a different
profile, select another user.

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You can register up to 2 users.
2 When the First Run Setup screen appears, press Start.

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To use the default settings without changing the environment, press Skip.
3 Set the language to display on the screen and then press Next.

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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 North Up: Displays the map with the north fixed at the top.
2D Heading Up: The map is rotated depending on the driving direction.
Heading Up 3D: The map is rotated depending on the driving direction and it is
displayed in three dimensions.

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7 When the First Run Setup screen appears, press OK.
Displays the Home screen.
ATo set the detailed user information and operation environment, press Profile
Settings.
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 Apps 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.

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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 Apps 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 App 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 >
Phone
Projection Settings >
Android Auto and select the Enable Android
Auto checkbox.
A The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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Select Use Split Screen on 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.

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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 use 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 App 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 Bl\
uetooth
connection.

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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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Apps 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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Pairing to an iPhone via Apple CarPlay
After you connect an iPhone to the vehicle with Apple CarPlay, you can run and control Apps
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 >
Phone
Projection Settings >
Apple CarPlay and select the Enable Apple
CarPlay checkbox.
A The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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Select Use Split Screen on Apple CarPlay Screen to show split screen when using
Apple CarPlay.
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.

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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 use 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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By pressing the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel, you can run the media App 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.

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Apps 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 phone

USB mode

Android Auto

Browsing using the Search knob on the control panel (if equipped)

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Viewing the driving assistance screen
You can see the view around the vehicle through the system screen.
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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.

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a a VIEW icon
 (Home icon): Displays the Home screen.
 (Rear view icon): Press the icon to display the desired view.
 (Settings icon): Used to adjust the brightness and contrast of camera images.

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To select the information to display on the screen, press Display Contents (if
equipped).
b b Parking Distance Warning or Split Screen (if equipped)
Parking Distance Warning: Provides a visual warning in color and an audible
warning according to the level of collision risk, based on the distance from an
ambient obstacle.
Split Screen: The split screen appears.

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Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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You can set to display the rear camera display even when you change the shift position
other than "R" (Reverse) after reversing. To change rear camera operation settings, On
the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Display >
Camera Settings >
Display Contents >

Extended Rear View Monitor (if equipped).

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Noting the parking assist guide lines based on the steering, you can see\
the moving
direction.
AA 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 >
Driver Assistance >
Parking Safety Priority.

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When you press the [
] button with the shift position in "P" (Park), you can see the rear
view (if equipped).