Kia connect KIA SOUL 2023 Quick Reference Guide

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07 Voice functions
Voice recognition 7-2
Using the Siri Eyes Free 7-29
Voice Memo 7-30
08 Kia Connect
Kia Connect service 8-2
Running the Kia Connect menu 8-4
Route guidance service 8-13
09 Settings
Configuring system settings 9-2
Configuring the vehicle settings (Type1) 9-3
Configuring the vehicle settings (Type2) 9-15
Configuring the device connections settings (Type1) 9-34
Configuring the device connections settings (Type2) 9-36
Configuring the advanced system settings (Type1) 9-41
Configuring the button settings (Type1) 9-45
Configuring the button settings (Type2) 9-47
Configuring the sound settings (Type1) 9-49
Configuring the sound settings (Type2) 9-53

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Configuring the voice recognition settings (Type1) 9-59
Configuring the voice recognition settings (Type2) 9-60
Configuring the navigation settings (Type1) 9-61
Configuring the navigation settings (Type2) 9-66
Configuring the UVO settings (Type1) 9-73
Configuring the Kia Connect settings (Type2) 9-75
Configuring the data/network settings (Type2) 9-77
Configuring the user profile settings (Type1) 9-78
Configuring the user profile settings (Type2) 9-79
Configuring the general system settings (Type1) 9-80
Configuring the general system settings (Type2) 9-85
Configuring the screen layout settings (Type2) 9-91
Configuring the display settings (Type1) 9-92
Configuring the display settings (Type2) 9-97
Configuring the media settings (Type1) 9-103
How to Update the Map and Software for your
Infotainment System 9-104

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Component names and functions
The following describes the part names and controls on the control panel and steering wheel.
Control panel

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The shape may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications. For more
information, see "Quick Reference Guide" that is separately provided.

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For more information about the infotainment / climate control panel, refer to http://
webmanual.kia.com/SwitchableController/index.html.
POWER button
(POWER/PWR)/
VOLUME knob
(VOLUME/VOL)  Turn on or off the Radio/Media.
Press and hold the button to turn off the screen and
sound.
Turn the knob to adjust the system volume (except for
navigation sound).
MAP button
 Returns to the current location on the map.
While in guidance on the navigation screen, press to
repeat the voice guidance.
NAV button
 Displays the Navigation Menu screen.
Press and hold the button to display the Places screen.
> See "
Searching by keyword."
RADIO button  Turns on the radio.
When the radio is on, press the button repeatedly to
toggle between FM, AM and SiriusXM modes.
Press and hold the button to display the Radio/Media
selection window (if equipped).
MEDIA button
 Runs the connected media.
Press and hold the button to display the Radio/Media
selection window.

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Viewing notifications (if equipped)
You can view Kia Connect notifications including the navigation and map update information.
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Subscribe to Kia Connect to check the function.
> See "Subscribing to the service."
1 On the All Menus screen, press Notifications.
2 Select to view the item.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b View the list of received notifications. Select from the list to view details.

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Important notifications are marked with
next to the title.

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You cannot display notification details while driving. Stop the vehicle first to view
notifications.
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.
 Show Notification Popup: Set to display notifications upon receipt in a pop-up.
User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to
the online user manual for the system.
Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

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Using the Valet mode (if equipped)
Use the Valet mode to protect your personal information and view the vehicle information.
Valet mode protects your personal information by disabling control using the screen or
buttons. Vehicle information created during valet mode can be viewed from the Kia Connect
App.
The following vehicle-related data can be viewed from the Kia Connect App.
Valet mode start time
Engine off time
Driving distance/hours and maximum vehicle speed after valet mode activa\
tion

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To use Valet mode, make sure you install the Kia Connect App on your smartphone and
sign up for the Kia Connect Service. Use either Google Play Store or App Store (depending
on your smartphone model) to download and install the Kia Connect App and sign up for
the Kia Connect Service.
> See "Subscribing to the service."
1 On the All Menus screen, press Valet Mode.

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To access the online user's manual on the Valet Mode screen, press >
User's
Manual on Web (QR Code) and then scan the displayed QR code.
2 Enter a password to turn on the valet mode.
Your personal information is protected, as control using the screen or buttons is disabled.

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To turn off valet mode, enter the password you set when turning on the mode.

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It is not possible to turn off Valet mode if you enter your password incorrectly five
times in succession. If this occurs and you want to turn off Valet mode, use the
Kia Connect App to reset your Valet mode password. Alternatively, contact the Kia
Connect Center (844-886-9411) for assistance.

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Connecting a Bluetooth device
Bluetooth is a short-range wireless networking technology. The Bluetooth communication
function allows you to exchange data by connecting a Bluetooth device to another
neighboring Bluetooth device without a cable connection. With this function, you can use
different types of devices more efficiently.
To make a phone call or play audio from a Bluetooth device, check the following first:
For a device that is not registered to the system, > see "
Registering a device."
 A registered device will automatically connect to the system when you bring it near
the system. If it does not automatically connect,
> see "
Connecting a registered device,"
" Disconnecting a registered device."
ÝWarning
 Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident,
severe bodily injury, or death. The driver's primary responsibility is the safe and legal
operation of the vehicle, and the use of any vehicle systems, including the \
touch screen
and steering wheel controls, which take the driver's eyes, attention, and focus away from
the safe operation of the vehicle, or which are not permissible by law, should never be
used during the operation of the vehicle.
Park the vehicle at a safe place before connecting a Bluetooth device to the system. It
may take the driver attention off the road and cause a traffic accident which can result in
damages, injuries, and/or death.

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The Bluetooth connection function supports only the hands-free and audio related
functions. Connect your mobile phone, MP3 player, or device that supports the hands-
free or audio function.

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For more information on Bluetooth-enabled devices and their functional compatibility,
visit the KIA America website (https://www.kia.com).
Registering a device
To connect a Bluetooth device to the system, first add the device to the list of Bluetooth
devices on the system.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Device Connections >
Device
Connections >
Add New.

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To register a device for the first time, press the Call button on the steering wheel or by
pressing Phone on the All Menus screen.

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The auto-reply messaging may not be available depending on the smartphone model.

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To edit or delete a message, park the vehicle at a safe place and access \
the messaging
function on your smartphone. You cannot edit or delete a message from the system.

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When an iPhone is connected to the system, there are some restrictions when receiving
messages as follows:

Only the sender name appears when the sender information is saved.

When the sender information is not saved, only the phone number appears.\

You cannot use the auto-reply message function.

When the incoming message notification or lock-screen view option is off, messages
cannot be received.

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The message reader function may not be supported depending on the system language.
Sending a text by using the voice recognition
When you connect your mobile device to the system via Bluetooth, contacts from the device
are downloaded to the system so you can text a message to a contact by using the voice
recognition.

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To call using voice recognition, there must be contacts stored on the system.

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It is available only when the Kia Connect service is active.
1 Perform any of the following methods:
On the All Menus screen, press Phone.
On the steering wheel, press the Call button.
2 On the Bluetooth message screen, press .
3 When a guiding beep is heard, say the message.
The system sends the text to the selected contact.

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Available voice commands (Type2)
You can view the voice commands that can be recognized by the system.
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Depending on vehicle model or specifications, the screen layout and available commands
may differ. Check the screen type for your vehicle model and view the appropriate
instructions.
Call commands
Command Function
Call You can make a call to one of your mobile phone's contacts. Say
a contact's name to begin a call.
Call The system dials the phone number of that contact. If the
contact has multiple phone numbers, select a phone number.
Call on Mobile The system dials the phone number saved as "Mobile" for that
contact.
Call at Work The system dials the phone number saved as "Work" for that
contact.
Call at Home The system dials the phone number saved as "Home" for that
contact.
Call on Other The system dials a phone number saved as other than "Mobile",
"Work", or "Home" for that contact.
Dial Number You can make a call. Say a phone number to begin a call.
Dial You can make a call immediately to that phone number.
Send Message You can send a text message to one of your mobile phone's
contacts. Say a contact's name and then enter the message
content by following the guidance.
This command is available only if Kia Connect is activated.
Send Message to
You can send a text message to that specific contact. Enter the
message content by following the guidance.
This command is available only if Kia Connect is activated.
Send Message to
You can send a text message to that contact more directly.
This command is available only if Kia Connect is activated.
Change Bluetooth
Device You can search for and connect another Bluetooth device.

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To use call commands, your mobile phone must be connected to the system via Bluetooth
and your contacts must be downloaded.
> See "Connecting a Bluetooth device."

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Some functions may not be available, depending on the connected mobile p\
hone.

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Running the Kia Connect menu Route guidance service
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