2018 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID service

24*IF EQUIPPED OPTIMA HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
Voice Recognition and Phone
Contact Tips
The Kia Voice Recognition System may
have difficulty understanding some accents
or uncommon names . When using Voice
Recognition to place a call, speak in a
moderate tone, with clear pronunciation .
Help your Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Voice Recognition performance by making
a few simple changes to your phone
contacts:
•Use full names vs . short or single-syllable
names (“John Smith” vs . “Dad”; “Smith
Residence” vs . “Home”)
•Avoid using special characters, emoji’s or
hyphens (@, &, #, /, -, *, +, etc . )
•Avoid using acronyms (“In Case
Emergency” vs . “ICE”)
•Spell words completely, no abbreviations
(“Doctor Goodman” vs . “Dr . Goodman”)
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Pairing a Phone
For instructions on how to pair a phone, refer to the Car Multimedia
System User's Manual or your vehicle’s Quick Start Guide .

How to Place a Call
For the UVO eServices System and the UVO eServices System with
Premium Navigation, there are two options for placing a call:
•Option 1: Press the Receive/Place Call button D (displays the phone screen
with number keypad)
•Option 2: Press the Talk button C . Then say the command “Call {name}”
or “Dial {number}”
Voice Recognition Tips Video To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website .
Refer to page 2 for more information .
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODE
During the pairing process, be sure to accept the connection requests on the phone for contacts download and to allow acceptance of all future Bluetooth® connection requests .
QUICK TIP
When using the voice command feature, wait for the system BEEP before speaking the command .
QUICK TIP
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS

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AUDIO SYSTEM
OPTIMA HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
UVO eServices / Android AutoTM / Apple CarPlay® S e tup*
For further UVO eServices System operations, refer to the Car Multimedia System User's Manual. For other audio system information, refer to page 29-30.
Android Auto™*
Setting up Android Auto™:
1 . From an Android Auto™ compatible device, download the
Android Auto™ app from the Google Play™ Store .
2 . Open the Android Auto™ app and proceed with the on-screen
instructions to complete setup on the mobile device .
How to start Android Auto™:
1 . Press the SETUP key on your audio control unit’s control panel .
2 . Press the PHONE PROJECTION button or CONNECTIVIT Y
button, select Android Auto™ then select ENABLE ANDROID AUTO .
Accept all terms, conditions and requests on the head unit and
phone in order to use Android Auto™ .
3 . Connect the Android™ device with the vehicle’s USB port using the
manufacturer’s cable provided with your phone .
4 . From the vehicle’s home screen, select the Android Auto™ button,
where you’ll see all the Android Auto™ supported apps .
REMINDERS:
• Android Auto compatibility requirements: Micro-USB cable that came with your phone, OS Android™ 5 .0 or higher, compatible Android smartphone and data and wireless plan for applicable feature(s) .
• Apple CarPlay compatibility requirements: Apple Lightning® cable, latest iOS software, iPhone 5 or later and data and wireless plan for applicable feature(s)
• It is recommended to always update your phone to the latest operating system release
UVO eServices Registration/Activation – To use UVO eServices:
1 . On your Smartphone, go to an app store or marketplace to download the free Kia UVO eServices app .
2 . Open the UVO eServices app and create an account by clicking on REGISTER . After entering your information,
accept the terms and conditions to complete registration (you can also register for an account on MyUVO .com) .
3 . Follow the app’s IN-CAR SETUP instructions to connect your smartphone and complete UVO eServices activation .
Apple CarPlay®*
Setting up and starting Apple CarPlay®:
1 . Connect the Apple CarPlay® compatible iPhone with the vehicle’s
USB port using the manufacture’s cable provided with your iPhone .
2 . On the audio control unit's control panel, press the SETUP key .
3 . Press the PHONE PROJECTION button or CONNECTIVIT Y button on
the screen and select Apple CarPlay® .
4 . Select ENABLE APPLE CARPL AY . Accept all terms, conditions and
requests on the head unit and phone in order to use Apple CarPlay®
1 . From the vehicle’s home screen, select the Apple CarPlay® button,
where you’ll see all the Apple CarPlay® supported apps

AUDIO SYSTEM
UVO eServices System Videos To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website .
Refer to page 2 for more information .
QR CODE
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
UVO eServices System (Available on Hybrid)*
FM/AM/SiriusXM®/Media (USB, iPod®, Aux, Bluetooth® Audio, My Music)

•Navigation may be available when connected to Android Auto or Apple CarPlay supported smartphones •When using the voice command feature, wait for the system BEEP before speaking the command •At any time, you can interrupt UVO eServices System Command Feedback by pressing the TALK button •Prolonged use of the UVO eServices system in ACC mode may drain the vehicle’s battery •A warning screen may appear periodically to remind users that the UVO eServices System should be operated when the engine is running to prevent battery discharge
QUICK TIPS
Press to Power ON/OFF . Rotate to adjust Volume
Press to enter Phone Mode
Press to select FM/AM/SiriusXM® modes
Press to select MEDIA mode
Press to display SE TUP/Settings mode
Press to change Radio/SiriusXM® Stations/Media tracks/files
Press to enter APPS/Info menu
Press and hold to reset the system settings
Press to select UVO eServices mode
Press to select previous/next Radio/SiriusXM® stations/Media tracks/ files . Press and hold to move quickly through stations/tracks/files
Rotate to change Radio/SiriusXM® Station/Media tracks/ files . Press to select .
Sound Settings
To adjust the UVO eServices System sound settings:
1 . Press the SETUP key on the audio control unit
2 . Select the on-screen SOUND button
3 . Select the menu item (Position, Tone, Advanced, Default)
4 . Use the onscreen buttons to adjust settings
5 . Press the return button to save settings
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REMINDER:
To help minimize driver distraction, some audio system functionalities have been modified while the vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or moved out of Park .

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OPTIMA HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
UVO eServices with Premium Navigation Videos To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website .
Refer to page 2 for more information .
QR CODE
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
UVO eServices with Premium Navigation*
FM/AM/SiriusXM®/Media (USB, iPod®, Aux, Bluetooth® Audio, My Music )

•Navigation may be available when connected to Android Auto or Apple CarPlay supported smartphones
•Prolonged use of the UVO eServices with Navigation system in ACC mode may drain the vehicle’s battery .
•A warning screen may appear periodically to remind users that the UVO eServices with Premium Navigation System should be operated when the engine is running to prevent battery discharge
•At any time, you can interrupt UVO eServices System Command Feedback by pressing the TALK button
•When using the voice command feature, wait for the system BEEP before speaking the command
QUICK TIPS
Your audio system may differ from those in the illustrations. For further UVO eServices with Premium Navigation* operations, refer to the Car Multimedia System User's Manual. For further audio system operations, refer to pages 28-29.
Sound Settings
To adjust the UVO eServices System with Navigation sound settings:
1 . Press the SETUP key on the audio control unit
2 . Select the on-screen SOUND button
3 . Select the menu item (Position, Tone, Advanced, Default)
4 . Use the onscreen buttons to adjust settings
5 . Press the return button to save settingsREMINDER: To help minimize driver distraction, some audio system functionalities have been modified while the vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or moved out of Park .
Press to Power ON/OFF . Rotate to adjust Volume
Press to enter Phone Mode
Press to select FM/AM/SiriusXM® modes
Press to select MEDIA mode
Press to display SE TUP/Settings mode
Press to change Radio/SiriusXM® Stations/Media tracks/files
Press to display the Map screen for the current position/ Voice mode
Press to select UVO eServices mode
Press to select previous/next Radio/SiriusXM® stations/Media tracks/ files . Press and hold to move quickly through stations/tracks/files
Rotate to change Radio/SiriusXM® Station/Media tracks/ files
Press and hold to reset the system settings

31*IF EQUIPPED ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS .
Digital Clock
UVO eServices System* / UVO eServices with
Premium Navigation System* Clock Setup:
Press the SETUP key on the head unit . Then press the on-screen
Clock icon to enter clock settings . Follow the onscreen options to
adjust the clock settings .
Press the on-screen return icon to save changes .
QUICK TIP
Aux/USB/iPod® Port & Power Outlets
The power outlets are inactive when ignition is in the OFF position .
QUICK TIP
REMINDER: Using the power outlet (accessory plug) for prolonged periods of time with the engine off could cause the battery to discharge .
For more information on the Aux/USB/iPod® Port & Power Outlets, refer to the Owner's Manual.
REMINDERS:
• Daylight Savings must be enabled or disabled in the Clock Settings screen .
• To access manual date and time setting, turn GPS time OFF in the Clock Settings (UVO eServices with Navigation System*) .
12V180W
USB Charger*
The USB charger is located inside the Center Console and on rear of the
Center Console .
Use the Aux port to connect audio devices and the USB port to connect
USB audio devices, smartphones and iPod® devices .
(Rear of Center Console shown)
CENTER PANEL

Defrost Outside Windshield:
1 .
Set Fan Speed to the highest position
2 . Set Temperature to Hot
3 .
Press the Front Defrost button
Defog Inside Windshield:
1 . Set Fan Speed to desired position
2 . Set desired Temperature
3 . Press the Front Defrost button
Climate Control display
Fan Speed Control buttons
Driver OnlyFan ControlRear Windshield Defroster
Front Windshield Defroster
System OFF button
Mode Selection button
Air Conditioning On/Off buttonDual Temperature Control knob
Recirculated Air button
ECON (Economy Air Conditioning) button
Temperature Control knob
Automatic Climate Control button
Dual Climate Control Button
A/C
OFFDRIVER
ONLY
MODE
ECON
REA RFRON T
Automatic Climate Control*
(Type A – Vehicles equipped with UVO eServices)
Climate Control Auto Function
1 . Press AUTO to select Full Auto Operation . The Auto setting automatically controls the airflow
modes, fan speeds, air intake and air conditioning according to the temperature setting selected .
2 . Set desired Temperature
3 . Press SYNC to synchronize driver and passenger temperature
Air Flow Modes:
To select Air Flow Modes, press the Mode
selection buttons:
REMINDERS:
•MA X A /C Mode automatically engages Recirculated Air
• Pressing any button during AUTO operation will deactivate the AUTO function and switch to manual mode, except for Temperature Control
•
When in AUTO mode, Air Flow mode and Fan Speed do not display on the Climate Control Display
•
Warm air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air button is not pressed ON (LED lit)

•Defrost mode [~] activates A /C and opens Fresh Air Vent to help dehumidify the air and improve Defroster performance •During Auto Operation, the A /C indicator will NOT illuminate . The fan speed, air intake, air flow and air conditioning may automatically be engaged at any time to reach desired temperature and reduce humidity •Keep inside glass as clean as possible to reduce window fogging
QUICK TIPS
Face-Level
Bi-Level
F lo o r- L evel
Floor/Defrost-Level
Your Automatic Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations. See your Owner’s Manual for more details.
CENTER PANEL
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CLIMATE
A/C
OFFDRIVER
ONLY
MODE
ECON
REA RFRON T
CLIMA TE
A/C
OFFDRIVER
ONLY
MODE
ECON
REA RFRON T
Fan Speed Control buttons
Temperature Control knob
Driver OnlyFan Control
System OFF button
Mode Selection button
Air Conditioning On/Off button
Dual ClimateControl button
ECON (Economy Air Conditioning) button
Automatic Climate Control button
Dual Temperature Control knob
Climate information screen selection button
Rear Windshield DefrosterFront Windshield DefrosterRecirculated Air button
Automatic Climate Control*
(Type B – Vehicles equipped with UVO eServices with Premium Navigation)
Climate Control Auto Function
1 . Press AUTO to select Full Auto Operation . The Auto setting automatically controls the airflow modes, fan
speeds, air intake and air conditioning according to the temperature setting selected
2 . Set desired Temperature
3 . Press SYNC to synchronize driver and passenger temperature
Defrost Outside Windshield:
1 . Set Fan Speed to the highest position
2 . Set Temperature to Hot
3 .
Press the Front Defrost button
Defog Inside Windshield:
1 . Set Fan Speed to desired position
2 . Set desired Temperature
3 . Press the Front Defrost button
Air Flow Modes:
To select Air Flow Modes, press the Mode
selection buttons:
Face-Level
Bi-Level
F lo o r- L evel
Floor/Defrost-Level
Your Automatic Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations. See your Owner’s Manual for more details.
REMINDERS:
•MA X A /C Mode automatically engages Recirculated Air
•
Pressing any button during AUTO operation will deactivate the AUTO function and switch to manual mode, except for Temperature Control
•
When in AUTO mode, Air Flow mode and Fan Speed do not display on the Climate Control Display
•
Warm air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air button is not pressed ON (LED lit)

•Defrost mode [~] activates A /C and opens Fresh Air Vent to help dehumidify the air and improve Defroster performance •During Auto Operation, the A /C indicator will NOT illuminate . The fan speed, air intake, air flow and air conditioning may automatically be engaged at any time to reach desired temperature and reduce humidity •Keep inside glass as clean as possible to reduce window fogging
QUICK TIPS
CENTER PANEL

43*IF EQUIPPED ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS .
Rear Parking Assist System*
The Rear Parking Assist System* is not a safety device . The Rear Parking
Assist System* is a supplemental system that assists the driver by chiming
if any object is detected within the sensing area to the rear and side of the
vehicle when backing up . When the ignition is ON, the system is activated .
REMINDERS:
•If the vehicle is moving at speeds over 3 mph, the system may not activate correctly
•
When more than two objects are sensed at the same time, the closest one will be recognized first
REMINDER: The above images are for illustration purposes only and may not reflect actual operation

The Rear Parking Assist System* is not a substitute for proper and safe backing-up procedures. Always drive safely and use caution when backing up. The Back-Up Warning System may not detect every object behind the vehicle
Rear-Camera Display*
The Rear-Camera Display system is not a safety device . It is a
supplemental system that displays the view behind the vehicle through the
rearview display mirror or the UVO eServices System/UVO eServices with
Premium Navigation System* screens while the vehicle is in Reverse .
The Rear-Camera Display activates when the:
•ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON position (green light)
•Gear Shift Lever is in the R (Reverse) position
REMINDERS:
•The above images are for illustration purposes only and may not reflect actual operation
•
UVO eServices System* — While camera is active, only the volume controls on the Audio System can be operated .
•
UVO eServices with Premium Navigation System* — While camera is active, only the Audio System can be operated on the Steering Wheel and Audio Control Unit . Navigation features are disabled .
The Rear-Camera Display is not a substitute for proper and safe backing-up procedures. The Rear-Camera Display may not display every object behind the vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution when backing up
Warning ! Che ck sur roundings for safety
OTHER KEY FEATURES