ECO KIA SOUL 2023 Quick Reference Guide

Settings
Configuring system settings
Configuring the vehicle settings (Type1/ Type2)
Configuring the device connections settings (Type1/ Type2)
Configuring the advanced system settings (Type1) Configuring the button settings (Type1/ Type2)
Configuring the sound settings (Type1/ Type2)
Configuring the voice recognition settings (Type1/ Type2)
Configuring the navigation settings (Type1/ Type2)
Configuring the UVO settings (Type1)
Configuring the Kia Connect settings (Type2)
Configuring the data/network settings (Type2)
Configuring the user profile settings (Type1/ Type2)
Configuring the general system settings (Type1/ Type2)
Configuring the screen layout settings (Type2)
Configuring the display settings (Type1/ Type2)
Configuring the media settings (Type1)
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Driving Convenience (if equipped)
Sets the properties of Driving Convenience system.
A
The Driving Convenience system operates based on the information from the navigation
system so you must use the system only when the navigation system operates properly.
Highway Driving Assist: Assists driving in a highway according to the set speed and
distance to the leading vehicle while keeping the vehicle centered in the lane.

A
The highway driving assist system operates only on a highway. When the vehicle exits
from the highway, the system is turned off automatically.
Highway Auto Speed Zone Slowdown: Automatically decelerates in a highway speed
enforcement zone.

A
The highway auto speed zone slowdown system operates only on a highway. When
the vehicle exits from the highway, the system is turned off automatically.

A
It operates considering the speed cameras located on the selected route.
Highway Auto Curve Slowdown: Automatically decelerates in a highway curve zone.

A
It operates based on the curve zones on the route. When the destination is not set, it
operates based on the curve zones on the expected path.
Warning Timing (if equipped)
Sets the timing of the warning.
Warning Volume (if equipped)
Sets the volume of the warning sound.
Driver Attention Warning (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Driver Attention Warning system.
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert: Alerts the driver during a stop, when the leading
vehicle departs.
ÝWarning
Be sure to always check the road conditions ahead or surroundings before departure. An
accident caused by distracted driving can be prevented.
Safety Notice Call: When abnormal driving is detected, a Connected Services Center
representative will call to check on your safety.
Inattentive Driving Warning: Provides a warning when signs of driver inattentiveness
are detected, and recommends a rest if needed.

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Forward Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Forward Safety system.
Active Assist: Provides a warning and vehicle control when a risk of forward collision is
detected.
ÝWarning
This function is only a supplemental function and it is not intended to, nor does it replace
the need for extreme care and attention of the driver. The sensing range and objects
detectable by the sensors are limited. Pay attention to the road conditions at all times.
Warning Only: Provides a warning when a risk of forward collision is detected.
Off: Disables the Forward Safety functions.
Lane Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Lane Safety system.
Lane Keeping Assist: Automatically assists with steering to help prevent the vehicle from
leaving the lane.
ÝWarning
Lane Keeping Assist is a supplementary function for safe driving and does not replace
driving. It is the responsibility of the driver to always be aware of the surroundings and
steer the vehicle.

A
When the lanes are not recognized well by front view camera, always check the
surroundings because Lane Keeping Assist may not work properly.
Lane Departure Warning: Provides a warning when the vehicle leaves the lane without
operating the turn signal switch.
Off: Disables the Lane Safety functions.
Blind-Spot Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Blind-Spot Safety system.
Blind-Spot View: Displays the blind-spot view in the cluster when operating the turn
signal switch.
Safe Exit Assist: Provides a warning and door control when an approaching vehicle is
detected in the vehicle's blind spot.

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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)

A
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.

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

A
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.

A
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.

A
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.

A
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.

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

A
The required features cannot be initialize.

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Speed Limit (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Speed Limit system.
Speed Limit Offset: Adjusts the offset amount of the speed limit.
Speed Limit Assist: Adjusts the vehicle set speed based on the current speed limit of the
road.
Speed Limit Warning: Provides a warning when the speed limit is exceeded.
Off: Disables the Speed Limit functions.
Warning Timing (if equipped)
Sets the timing of the warning.
Warning Volume (if equipped)
Sets the volume of the warning sound.
Haptic Warning (if equipped)
Sets the intensity of the steering wheel vibration warning.
Driver Attention Warning (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Driver Attention Warning system.
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert: Alerts the driver during a stop, when the leading
vehicle departs.
ÝWarning
Be sure to always check the road conditions ahead or surroundings before departure. An
accident caused by distracted driving can be prevented.
Inattentive Driving Warning: Provides a warning when signs of driver inattentiveness
are detected, and recommends a rest if needed.
Safety Notice Call: When abnormal driving is detected, a Connected Services Center
representative will call to check on your safety.

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Forward Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Forward Safety system.
Forward Cross-Traffic Safety: Provides a warning and emergency braking when a risk of
forward cross-traffic collision is detected.
Active Assist: Provides a warning and vehicle control when a risk of forward collision is
detected.
ÝWarning
This function is only a supplemental function and it is not intended to, nor does it replace
the need for extreme care and attention of the driver. The sensing range and objects
detectable by the sensors are limited. Pay attention to the road conditions at all times.
Warning Only: Provides a warning when a risk of forward collision is detected.
Off: Disables the Forward Safety functions.
Lane Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Lane Safety system.
Assist: Automatically assists with steering to help prevent the vehicle from leaving the
lane.
ÝWarning
Lane Keeping Assist is a supplementary function for safe driving and does not replace
driving. It is the responsibility of the driver to always be aware of the surroundings and
steer the vehicle.

A
When the lanes are not recognized well by front view camera, always check the
surroundings because Lane Keeping Assist may not work properly.
Warning Only: Provides a warning when the vehicle leaves the lane without operating
the turn signal switch.
Off: Disables the Lane Safety functions.
Blind-Spot Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Blind-Spot Safety system.
Blind-Spot View Monitor: Displays the blind-spot view in the cluster when operating the
turn signal switch.
Safe Exit Assist: Provides a warning and door control when an approaching vehicle is
detected in the vehicle's blind spot.
Safe Exit Warning: Provides a warning when an approaching vehicle is detected in the
vehicle's blind spot.