stop start KIA SOUL 2023 Quick Reference Guide

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Playing the previous file
You can play the previous file during playback in the USB device.
Perform any of the following methods:
On the USB music playback screen, press within 3 seconds during playback.
On the control panel, press the [
SEEK] button within 3 seconds during playback (if
equipped).

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To play the previous music during playback, press
twice or pressing the [ SEEK]
button on the control panel twice after 3 seconds from the start of the playback (if
equipped).

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You can also run the function by using the Move lever/button on the steering wheel.

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If any Search knob on the control panel, you can search for the desired music by using
the knob. When you press the knob within 5 seconds, music is played. However, if no
input within 5 seconds, the search stops and the system displays the information of the
current file.
Playing the next file
You can play the next file in the USB device during playback.
Perform any of the following methods:
On the USB music playback screen, press .
On the control panel, press the [
TRACK ] button (if equipped).

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You can also run the function by using the Move lever/button on the steering wheel.

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If any Search knob on the control panel, you can search for the desired music by using
the knob. When you press the knob within 5 seconds, music is played. However, if no
input within 5 seconds, the search stops and the system displays the information of the
current file.
Changing the repeated playback mode for USB music
You can change the repeated playback mode for USB music: Repeat One, Repeat Folder, and
Repeat All.
On the USB music playback screen, press repeatedly.
Each time the icon is pressed, the playback repetition modes are toggled and the activated
mode icon appears on the screen.

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Vehicle location may not be displayed correctly if:

The vehicle is driving on a Y-shaped or winding road with narrow angles.

The vehicle is driving closely to another road.

The vehicle is driving on a road where there are many tall buildings in the vicinity.

The vehicle is driving on a new road or a road under construction.

The vehicle is transported by a ferry or heavy-duty transport vehicle.

The vehicle is driving in a rugged mountain area or on a steep curve road.

The vehicle is entering a public road after making a turn through the turntable in an
underground parking lot or multi-story parking lot.

The vehicle stops and starts repeatedly or moves slowly in front of an intersection.

The system reboots after the vehicle battery has been recharged or replaced.

The vehicle is driving on a slippery road due to heavy snow, etc.

The tires have been replaced recently or spare tires (or studless tires) are used.

Improper-sized tires are used or the pressure of each tire is different.

The replaced tire is worn out or the studless tires have been used for over two seasons.

A roof carrier is installed on the vehicle.

On a highway continued driving causes the system to perform map matching or apply
the updated GPS data.

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Navigation service may not be provided correctly under the following conditions:

When the vehicle drives on a straight road continuously, the system may guide you to
drive straight. It is not a malfunction.

Guidance may not be followed immediately after the vehicle makes a turn at an
intersection or drives through an intersection.

The system may guide you to make a U-turn in a prohibited area.

The system may guide you to a traffic-blocked road (e.g. no-entry road or road under
construction).

The system may guide you to a road away from the destination when there is no road
to the destination or there are only narrow roads on the way.

Guidance may not be proper when the vehicle is off the route.

Guidance may not match the actual distance on an overpass or underpass due to the
difference of the start point.

When you are driving at high speeds, route recalculations may take longer.

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Because the navigation system is used for information purposes only, Kia does not
assume responsibility of the accuracy of the information.

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When the traffic information is not received, the status icon (
) appears at the top of the
map screen.

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Voice Memo
You can use the microphone on the vehicle to record and play voice memos.
Running the voice memo
On the All Menus screen, press Voice Memo.
Voice memo screen
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Displays the list of recorded voice memos.
c c Starts or pauses the recording.
d d Stops recording.
e e 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.
Delete: Can delete a voice memo.
Save to USB Device: Can record a voice memo to a USB storage device. Check that
the USB device is compatible.
> See "USB storage devices."
Storage Information: Can see the file size of recorded voice memos.
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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Recording a voice memo
1 On the Voice Memo screen, press .
It starts recording a voice memo.
2 When recording is finished, press on the screen or press the End
Call button on the steering wheel.
The voice memo is automatically saved.

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To adjust the recording sound volume during voice recording, drag the control bar.

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To temporarily stop recording, press
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When recording starts, the other audio functions are muted or playback is paused.

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When you make or receive a call while recording, the recording is paused.

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When you make an emergency call or you are connected to an emergency call
after airbag deployment, the recording is stopped and the recorded voice memo is
automatically saved.
Playing a voice memo
You can select and play a recorded voice memo.
From the list of Voice Memos, press the desired voice memo.

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Auto Re-center Map
You can set the system to automatically display the current position when the specified
period of time elapses after changing to another position on the map.
Guidance
You can configure the navigation guidance settings.
AThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Show Guidance Distance
You can configure settings for displaying the distance to the destination during guidance.
Interval Distance: Displays the distance as the one between different zones.
Cumulative Distance: Displays the distance as the one between the current position and
target position.
Border Crossing Information
You can set whether or not to display the border crossing information on the screen.
Show Route Overview While Stopped.
You can set to display the route overview from the start point to the destination when the
vehicle is stationary.
Alerts
You can set to activate drive assist features when needed for safety.

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Guidance
You can configure the navigation guidance settings.
AThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Detailed Guidance
You can specify the information to display on the navigation map screen while driving.
Detailed Guidance View: You can set to display detailed information on the Map screen,
such as moving directions and lane change.
Speed Limits: Sets whether or not to display the speed limits on the screen.
Units: You can set the distance unit of the navigation map to Kilometers (km) or Miles
(mi)
(if equipped).
Set Type of Guide Distance
You can configure settings for displaying the distance to the destination during guidance.
Interval Distance: Displays the distance as the one between different zones.
Cumulative
Distance: Displays the distance as the one between the current position and
target position.
Navigation Voice Guidance
You can configure the navigation voice guidance feature.
 Mute voice navigation nearby Destination: If the set destination is a saved location,
voice guidance is turned off when the vehicle gets closer to the destination.
Border Crossing Information
You can set whether or not to display the border crossing information on the screen.
Show Route Overview While Stopped
You can set to display the route overview from the start point to the destination when the
vehicle is stationary.

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[Background Update
You can perform update while using the system.
1 On the SW Info/Update screen, press Update.
2 Press Background Update.
3 Press OK.

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Compared to Update Now, it may take longer.

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On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
General >
SW Info/Update to see the update
progress.

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It is possible to start background updates only when the vehicle is on.

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It is possible to continue to perform updates even after turning off the vehicle while
updates are in progress. On the notification window displayed when the vehicle is
turned off, press Update to perform the remaining updates to complete the process
successfully. For later update, press Later.

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If the update process is not completed, a notification window appears asking if you want
to perform updates each time you turn off the vehicle.

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All system functions, including the rear view camera, are disabled while updates are in
progress.
[Scheduling an update
When you set for scheduled update after downloading the latest data, the navigation map
and infotainment system can be updated while not using the vehicle.
1 On the SW Info/Update screen, press Update.
2 Press Install after Turning Off the Ignition.
3 Set the update time and press OK.
When scheduling the update is finished, the status indicator icon appears.

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You can set to start the update within 12 hours or less after the vehicle is stopped.
4 Turn off the vehicle (ACC Off).

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2 Select Install after Turning Off the Ignition.
3 Set the time to perform update and press OK.
When the update timer is set, the icon appears at the top right of the screen.

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You can set to start the update within 12 hours or less after the vehicle is stopped. For
example, if you set the update timer to "+3," an update begins in 3 hours.
4 Turn off the vehicle (ACC Off).

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If you set the update timer to "0," an update notification window appears. After a short
while, an update begins.

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Once the update has started, you cannot cancel it. After the update, the system
automatically turns off.

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Scheduled update is canceled when:

Low battery is detected when turning off the vehicle.

The vehicle is turned on before the scheduled update time.

The system has been turned off for more than 3 minutes with the vehicle turned off.

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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.