2020 KIA NIRO PHEV warning

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Accessing the web manual via QR
codes
You can view the web manual of the system by scanning QR codes with your smartphone.
\334Warning
Park your vehicle in a safe location before scanning the QR code. For safety reasons, you are
not able to access QR codes from the system′s screen while the vehicle is moving.
1 Select one of the following methods to access a QR code.
0024On the system′s Home screen, press All Menus > User′s Manual.
0024On the system′s Home screen, press All Menus > Setup > General > System Info >
User′s Manual on Web (QR Code).
0024Alternatively, find the QR code in the Quick Reference Guide.
2 Install a QR code reader application
from the App Store () or the Google
Play Store () and scan a QR code.
3 On your smartphone's screen, press
the URL for the web manual.
0024You can view the web manual of the system
in the Internet browser application of your
smartphone.
0024Depending on how you scan the QR code,
you may be able to open the web manual
without pressing its URL.

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Safety warnings
For safety, follow the instructions below. Failure to do so may increase the risk of a traffic
accident, which may result in death or personal injury.
\334About driving
Do not operate the system while driving.
0024Driving while distracted may result in a loss of vehicle control, potentially leading to an accident, severe personal injury, or death. The driver′s primary responsibility is the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and any handheld devices, equipment, or vehicle systems which divert the driver′s attention from this responsibility should never be used during operation of the vehicle.
Avoid watching the screen while driving.
0024Driving while distracted may lead to a traffic accident.
0024Stop your vehicle in a safe location before using functions that require multiple operations.
Stop your vehicle first before using your mobile phone.
0024Using a mobile phone while driving may lead to a traffic accident.
Keep the volume low enough to hear external sounds.
0024Driving without the ability to hear external sounds may lead to a traffic accident.
0024Listening to a loud volume for a long time may cause hearing damage.

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Turning the system on or off
Turning on the system
1 To turn on the system, start the engine.
2 When the safety warning appears, read it and press Confirm.
0024To change the system language, press Language.
\334Warning
0024Driving 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.
0024Some functions may be disabled for safety reasons while the vehicle is moving. They work
only when the vehicle stops. Park your vehicle in a safe location before using any of them.
In a manual transmission vehicle, apply the parking brake to use the functions. In an
automatic transmission vehicle, shift to "P" (Park) or apply the parking brake.
0024Stop using the system if it malfunctions, such as no audio output or dis\
play. If you
continue using the system when it is malfunctioning, it may lead to a fi\
re, electric shock, or
system failure.
\335Caution
0024You can turn on the system when the key ignition switch is placed in the "ACC" or "ON"
position. Using the system for an extended period without the engine running drains the
battery. If you plan on using the system for a long time, start the engine.
0024If you turn on your system without starting the engine, a battery warnin\
g will appear.
Once the engine starts, the battery warning will disappear.

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Symbols used in
this guide
Warning
Indicates important information
related to user safety. Failure to follow
warnings may result in death or serious
personal injury.
Caution
Indicates important information related
to user safety. Failure to follow cautions
may result in personal injury, or
damage or malfunction your vehicle.
Note
Indicates helpful information for
convenient use.
(if equipped)
Indicates descriptions for optional
features, which may not be available on
your specific vehicle depending on the
model or trim level.
This guide covers specifications
for all vehicle models, including
optional specifications. It may include
descriptions for features that are
not equipped in your vehicle or are
unavailable for your vehicle model.
Safety warnings
For safety, follow the instructions below.
Failure to do so may increase the risk of a
traffic accident, which may result in death
or personal injury.
\334About driving
Do not operate the system while
driving.
Driving while distracted may result in a loss
of vehicle control, potentially leading to an
accident, severe personal injury, or death. The
driver′s primary responsibility is the safe and
legal operation of a vehicle, and any handheld
devices, equipment, or vehicle systems
which divert the driver′s attention from this
responsibility should never be used during
operation of the vehicle.
Avoid watching the screen while driving.
Driving while distracted may lead to a traffic
accident.
Stop your vehicle in a safe location before using
functions that require multiple operations.
Stop your vehicle first before using your
mobile phone.
Using a mobile phone while driving may lead to
a traffic accident.
Keep the volume low enough to hear
external sounds.
Driving without the ability to hear external
sounds may lead to a traffic accident.
Listening to a loud volume for a long time may
cause hearing damage.

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Turning the system on
or off
The following explains how to turn the
system on or off.
Turning on the system
1 To turn on the system, start the
engine.
2 When the safety warning
appears, read it and press
Confirm.
To change the system language,
press Language.
\334Warning
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.
Some functions may be disabled for
safety reasons while the vehicle is
moving. They work only when the
vehicle stops. Park your vehicle in a safe
location before using any of them. In a
manual transmission vehicle, apply the
parking brake to use the functions. In an
automatic transmission vehicle, shift to
″P″ (Park) or apply the parking brake.
Stop using the system if it malfunctions,
such as no audio output or display. If
you continue using the system when it
is malfunctioning, it may lead to a fire,
electric shock, or system failure.

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\335Caution
You can turn on the system when the
key ignition switch is placed in the "ACC"
or "ON" position. Using the system for
an extended period without the engine
running drains the battery. If you plan
on using the system for a long time,
start the engine.
If you turn on your system without
starting the engine, a battery warning
will appear. Once the engine starts, the
battery warning will disappear.
\333 Note
To avoid having audio play at an excessive
volume when you start the engine, adjust
the volume level before stopping the
engine. You can also set the system to
decrease the volume level automatically.
On the Home screen, press All Menus >
Setup > Sound > Priority and activate
the Start-up Volume Limit option.
Turning off the system
If you do not want to use the
system while driving, press and
hold the Power button on the
control panel.
The screen and the sound will turn off.
To use the system again, press the
Power button.
After you have turned off
the engine, the system will
automatically turn off after a
while or as soon as you open the
driver's door.
Depending on the vehicle model or
specifications, the system may turn off
as soon as you turn off the engine.
Using the touch
screen
Your system is equipped with a touch
screen. You can perform various functions
via touch inputs.
\334 Warning
Do not use the touch screen while driving
as this will divert your attention away
from the safe operation of the vehicle.
You may lose your steering control which
could cause an accident and severe bodily
injuries.

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Using phone
projection
Phone projection enables you to connect
your Android smartphone or iPhone to
your system and use their functions via
the system. You can perform and control
your smartphone applications by using
the larger screen and enhance your use of
the system.
\334Warning
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.
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.
\335 Caution
Using an approved USB cable provided
by your smartphone manufacturer is
recommended. Using unapproved USB
cables may cause a phone projection
error or a system malfunction.
Use only applications that are
compatible with phone projection.
Using incompatible applications may
cause problems for your system or
smartphone.
Only compatible applications will be
displayed on the phone projection
screen. You can also check compatible
applications by visiting the following
websites:
- Apple CarPlay: https://www.apple.
com/ios/carplay
-Android Auto: https://www.android.
com/auto

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Getting to know the
driving assistance
screen
You can view the outside of your vehicle
on the system screen. Depending on the
vehicle model or specifications, displayed
screens and available functions may vary.
\335Caution
The distance shown in the rear view
screen may differ from the actual
distance. For safety, be sure to visually
check the rear, left, and right sides of your
vehicle.
Rear view screen
When you shift to "R" (Reverse) while the
engine is running, the system screen will
automatically display the rear view and
the parking guides.
c
d
a
b
Driving direction lines (yellow) ab
These lines show the directions of the
vehicle according to the steering angle.
Neutral direction lines (blue) c
These lines indicate your vehicle′s
expected path with the steering wheel
in the neutral position. It can help you
determine whether the vehicle is in the
correct position in a parking space and
prevent you from parking too close to
the next vehicle.
Crash warning lines (red) d
These lines are to help prevent a
collision.