2021 KIA RIO key

RIO FE ATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE*IF EQUIPPED
GETTING STARTED
As you get to know your new Kia, you can explore this booklet to better understand how to operate its many features and systems.
You can find the complete Table of Contents on the next two pages, but first, be sure to review the following to better understand
some of your Kia’s most used features:
1 Smart Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
2 Fuel Door Release Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
3 6-Way Adjustable Driver’s Seat* / Front Seat Headrest Adjustment . . . . . . . . 29
4 Folding Rear Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
5 Windshield Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6 Cruise Control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
7 Normal Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
8 User Settings – Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
9 Bluetooth® Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 -19
10 UVO link Activation* / UVO Assistance* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
11 Standard Audio System - Value with UVO link* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
12 Kia Access with UVO link App Download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
13 Kia Access with UVO link App Features Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
14 Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe personal injury and death. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and handheld devices, other equipment or vehicle systems which take the driver’s eyes, attention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or that are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle.
www.kia.com Consumer Affairs - Roadside Assistance†18: 1-800-333-4KIA (800-333-4542)
Always check the Owner’s Manual for complete operating information and safety warnings.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
VIDEOS & QR CODES ..............02
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Instrument Cluster Overview .............03
Indicators & Warning Lights ..............04
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ( TPMS) ....05
Fuel Economy .........................05
Instant Fuel Consumption Mode ...........05
VEHICLE SETTINGS
Trip Mode/ Trip Computer ................06
LCD Instrument Cluster Modes ............06
User Settings - Instrument Cluster .........07
Service Interval Mode ...................07
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE
SYSTEMS (ADAS)
Lane Keeping Assist (LK A)* ..............08
Lane Following Assist (LFA)* .............10
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)* ...11
Driver Attention Warning (DAW )* ..........12
DRIVER’S PANEL
Instrument Cluster Control ...............13
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...........13
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) .............13
Power Windows, Window Lock
& Central Door Lock ...................14
Auto Door Lock/Unlock ..................14
Power/Heated Outside Mirrors .............14
Engine Start /Stop Button ................14
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Headlights & High Beams ................15
Turn Signals ..........................15
Windshield Wipers & Washers .............16
Rear Wiper & Washer (5-Door Only)* ........16
Tilt Steering Wheel .....................17
Cruise Control* ........................17
AUDIO SYSTEMS
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology ...........18
Audio Controls .........................19
Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® Setup ......20
UVO link Activation* / UVO Assistance* ......21
Standard Audio System* .................22
Kia Access with UVO link App Download .....23
Kia Access with UVO link App Features Guide .23
Standard Audio System - Value
with UVO link* .......................24
CENTER PANEL
Digital Clock ..........................25
Aux /Multimedia USB Ports, Power Outlets
& USB Charger Port* .................25
Automatic Climate Control* ...............26
Manual Climate Control ..................27
Automatic Gear Shift / Sportmatic® Shifting*. .28
S E AT I N G
6-Way Adjustable Driver’s Seat ............29
Front Seat Headrest Adjustment ...........29
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
with Door Monitoring* .................30
Folding Rear Seatback ...................30
OTHER KEY FEATURES
Smart Key ............................31
Remote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)* ........32
Door Locks / Double-Turn Unlock All ........32
Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator ...........32
Hood Release Lever and Latch ............33
Fuel Door Release Lever .................33
Trunk Release Lever (4-Door)*. . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Sunvisor .............................33
Map/Room Lamps ......................34
Rear View Monitor (RVM)* ................35
Child-Protector Rear Door Locks ...........35
Liftgate Release Button (5-Door)* ..........35
SAFETY FEATURES
Occupant Detection System (ODS) /
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ...........36
Seat Belts ............................36
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..Back Cover
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS ...Inside Back Cover

ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED †LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER9
Lane Keeping Assist and Lane Departure Warning are not substitutes for safe driving and may not always alert the driver if the vehicle is driven outside of its lane. Always drive safely and use caution.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
Actual User Settings steps may vary by model. Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes.www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODES
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) VideoLK A User Settings:
• To turn LK A ON, with the ignition on or the Engine Start /Stop button* in the ON
position, press the Lane Safety/LK A button* A. The instrument cluster indicator
will initially illuminate white indicating the system is on
• To turn LK A on in the user settings, go to the User Settings menu in the
Instrument Cluster, press the Mode button B on the Steering Wheel when
the vehicle is at a standstill, gear shift in Park and with the ignition on or the
Engine Start /Stop button* in the ON position, and select User Settings
• To switch between LK A modes (Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning),
go to User Settings in the Instrument Cluster. Press the Move (OK ) button C
up/down and select desired setting and press the OK button C
REMINDERS:
•
LK A will not issue a warning if the turn signals or hazard lights are activated
•
When the ignition is cycled, LK A will return to the previously set state
•
Some models access settings through the Vehicle Settings in the audio head unit. Press the Setup hard key on the audio head unit, then VEHICLE on the screen to enter Vehicle Settings

The LK A Warning Volume can be adjusted in the User Settings in the Instrument Cluster or the Vehicle Settings* on the audio head unit
QUICK TIP
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)*†6 (continued)
HOLDA
(Located on Panel to the left of the steering wheel)
Lane Keeping Assist and Lane Departure Warning are not substitutes for safe driving and may not always alert the driver if the vehicle is driven outside of its lane. Always drive safely and use caution.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
Actual User Settings steps may vary by model. Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)
ADAS
( Type B shown; located on the right side of the Steering Wheel)
OKRES+
SET
-
B
C

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Lane Following Assist (LFA)*†6
REMINDERS:
•
If the ignition is cycled, LFA returns to its previous state, on or off, if activated in the User Settings menu and when combined with SCC. If using the Steering Wheel LK A button, then LK A defaults to off
•
LFA is not a substitute for safe and proper driving. Always drive safely and use caution
Lane Following Assist (LFA) is designed to help ensure that the vehicle stays centered in
its lane A by monitoring the detected lane markings ahead and adjust the steering. When
turned on, the instrument cluster indicator will initially illuminate white when turned ON,
and on some vehicles, when SCC is engaged. It will remain white when the system does
not detect the lane markers. When the system detects the lane markers and can assist the
steering, the LFA icon will illuminate green B.
LFA will operate only when these conditions are met:
• When the SCC is on and operating
• LK A recognizes both sides of the lane markers the vehicle is traveling in
• The vehicle is traveling slower than 95 mph
LFA User Settings:
• To go to User Settings in the Instrument Cluster, press the Mode button C on the
Steering Wheel when the vehicle is at a standstill, gear shift is in Park and with the ignition
on or the Engine Start /Stop button* in the ON position, and select User Settings
• To enable LFA, when in User Settings, press the Move (OK ) button D up/down and
Select Driver Assistance then Driving Assist, Select Lane Following Assist. Press the
OK button D
• Some models access settings through the Vehicle Settings in the audio head unit. Press the
SETUP hard key on the audio head unit, then VEHICLE on the screen to enter Vehicle Settings
• Some vehicles have a Lane Driving Assist / Lane Safety button* on the Driver’s Panel or the
Steering Wheel . Press to activate Lane Following Assist
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.
LFA is supplemental. Do not solely rely on this system and always pay attention to the road and its conditions.
Actual User Settings steps may vary by model. See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more detailed information, limitations and conditions.
A
B
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes.www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODES
Lane Following Assist (LFA) Video
( Type B shown; located on the right side of the Steering Wheel)
OK
RES+
SET
-D
C
ADAS
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)

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Driver Attention Warning is not a substitute for safe driving and may not detect all instances of inattentive driving practices. Failure to pay attention to travel conditions and vehicle operation could result in loss of vehicle control. Always drive safely and use caution.
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Driver Attention Warning is designed to alert the driver if it detects inattentive driving practices and, in certain situations, can give
a warning signal to take a break from driving. There are three modes:
• Normal Sensitivity: Driver Attention Warning warns the driver of his/her inattentive driving practices.
• High Sensitivity: Driver Attention Warning warns the driver of his/her inattentive driving practices faster than Normal mode.
• Off: Driver Attention Warning is deactivated
If DAW is activated, the DAW information A will appear on the Instrument Cluster LCD when you select the Driving Assist menu
in User Settings . A message, “Consider taking a break,” B appears on the LCD and a warning sounds to suggest the driver to
take a break when the driver’s attention level becomes low.
DAW User Settings:
To turn DAW on/off, with the ignition on, press the Mode button C on the Steering Wheel and go to User Settings in the
Instrument Cluster. Then go to Driver Assistance and select Driver Attention Warning. Set DAW to Normal Sensitivity, High
Sensitivity of Off.
• Some models access settings through the Vehicle Settings in the audio head unit. Press
the Setup hard key on the audio head unit, then press VEHICLE on the screen to enter
Vehicle Settings
REMINDERS:
•
The setup of DAW will be maintained, as selected, when the ignition is cycled
•
When activated, DAW does not display “Consider taking a break” message when the total trip driving time is less than 10 minutes
•
DAW will enter a standby mode if the camera does not detect the lanes and/or the driving speed remains under 40 mph
Driver Attention Warning (DAW)*†7
Consider taking a break
Attention Level
HighAB
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes.www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODES
Driver Attention Warning (DAW) Video
( Type B shown; located on the right side of the Steering Wheel)
OKRES+
SET
-
C
ADAS
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)

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DRIVER'S PANEL
DRIVER’SPANEL
Power Windows, Window Lock
& Central Door Lock
A Pull/Press to operate Driver’s Window Auto Up/Down*
B Press to Unlock /Lock All Doors
C Press the Power Window Lock button* to disable the
Rear Passenger Window switches
Automatic Door
Lock/Unlock*
Auto Door Lock /Unlock will engage
when the gear shift is moved into
or out of the P (Park) position. Refer
to the User Settings in the LCD
Instrument Cluster modes on how to
turn Auto Door Lock/Unlock ON/OFF.
Power/Heated
Outside Mirrors
To adjust outside mirror positions,
press the switch D left or right to
select mirror, then press the arrows E to adjust.
Mirror heaters are activated when
Rear Defroster is turned on.
Press button again to stop Auto Up/Down function.
QUICK TIP
LR
M I R R O R
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
A
B
C
D
E
Engine Start/Stop Button*†1 0
To start the engine:
1. Depress the brake pedal
2.
Press the Engine Start /Stop button while
gear shift is in P (Park) or N (Neutral)
To turn the engine OFF: Press
the Engine Start /Stop button.
To use the Engine Start /
Stop button, you must have
the Smart Key fob inside the
vehicle.
To use electrical accessories:
ACC position •When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the Engine Start/Stop button once (amber light)
ON position •When already in the ACC position (amber light) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the Engine Start /Stop button (red light) •
When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the Engine Start /Stop button twice (red light)
Keeping the vehicle in the ACC or ON position for extended periods of time without turning the engine on may discharge the vehicle’s battery.
QUICK TIPS
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes.www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODES
Engine Start/Stop Button Video
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS
AUDIOSYSTEMS
A Talk button: Press to activate voice recognition.
Press and hold to exit voice recognition.
B Volume button: Press up/down to raise/lower
speaker volume
Mute button: Press to mute the microphone during a
call and to mute the audio system speakers
C Receive/Place Call button: Press to receive/place/
transfer calls. In vehicles with navigation, if no phone
is paired, press button to pair a phone
D End Call button: Press to end a call, reject an
incoming call or cancel a function
OKR ES+
SET
-
( Type B)
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology† 5 ,19
REMINDER: Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations. See your Owner’s Manual for more details.
Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Drivers should remain attentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the steering-wheel-mounted controls while driving.
For more information, refer to the Car Multimedia System User's Manual. For Bluetooth® Wireless Technology FAQs, go to www.kia.com, Owners section, or call Consumer Information for Bluetooth® Technology at (800) 333-4KIA. Refer to your Owner’s Manual for more specific Bluetooth® Wireless Technology phone pairing and operation instructions.
Pairing a Phone
For instructions on how to pair a phone, refer to the audio
system’s user’s guide or your vehicle’s Quick Start Guide.
• When using the voice command feature, wait for the system BEEP before speaking the command.
• Phone book transfer upload time varies by phone model and with number of phone book entries
• Because of differences in phone quality, service providers and Bluetooth® Wireless Technology chip programming, functionality may differ from one phone to another
QUICK TIPS
During the pairing process, be sure to accept the connection requests on the phone for phone book download and to allow acceptance of all future Bluetooth® connection requests.
QUICK TIPS
How to Place a Call
When using the voice command feature, wait for the system
BEEP before speaking the command.
There are two options for placing a call:
•Option 1: Press the Receive/Place Call button C (displays the
phone screen with number keypad)
•Option 2: Press the Talk button B. Then say the command
“Call {name}” or “Dial {number}” 
B
A
CD

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AUDIO SYSTEMS
AUDIOSYSTEMS
Android AutoTM†3 / Apple CarPlay®†4 Setup
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe bodily injury, and death. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and any handheld devices, other equipment, or vehicle systems which take the driver’s eyes, attention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or which are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle.
Android Auto™ compatible smartphone setup – Download the Android
Auto™ app from the Google Play™ Store†10. Open the Android Auto™ app and
proceed with the onscreen instructions to complete setup on the mobile device.
Wireless Connection setup for Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay®
(Standard Audio System & Standard Audio System-Value with UVO link):
1. Press the SETUP key on the audio head unit
2. Press DEVICE CONNECTION SETTINGS
3. Press PHONE PROJECTION, then ADD NEW
Cable Connection setup for Android Auto™ (Standard Audio System,
Standard Audio System-Value with UVO link & UVO link with Navigation):
1. Press the SETUP key on the audio head unit
2. Press DEVICE CONNECTION, select Android Auto™ and then select ENABLE
ANDROID AUTO. Review all terms, conditions and requests on the head unit
and phone, and, if you agree, accept them 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
Cable Connection setup for Apple CarPlay®
(UVO link with Navigation only):
1. Connect the Apple CarPlay® compatible
iPhone® † 11 with the vehicle’s USB port using
the manufacturer’s cable provided with your
iPhone® † 11
2. Press the SETUP key on the audio head unit
3. Press DEVICE CONNECTION on the screen and
select Apple CarPlay®
4. Select ENABLE APPLE CARPL AY. Review all
terms, conditions and requests on the head
unit and phone, and, if you agree, accept
them in order to use Apple CarPlay®
5. From the audio head unit home screen,
select the Apple CarPlay® button, where you’ll
see all the Apple CarPlay® supported apps
REMINDERS: • Android Auto™ compatibility requirements for connection: – UVO link with Navigation (USB cable connection only): OS Android™ 5.0 or higher, phone manufacturer’s USB cable and data plan with applicable feature(s)– Standard Audio System-Value (USB cable & wireless connection):– USB cable connection - OS Android™ 5.0 or higher, phone manufacturer’s USB cable and data plan with applicable feature(s)– Wireless connection - OS Android™ 9.0 or higher with data plan for applicable feature(s)• Apple CarPlay® compatibility requirements for connection: – UVO link with Navigation (USB cable connection only): iOS software 8.0 or higher, phone manufacturer’s USB cable and data plan for applicable feature(s) – Standard Audio System-Value ( Wireless connection only): iOS software 10.0 and higher with data plan for applicable feature(s) • It is recommended to always update your phone to the latest operating system release• Wireless Android Auto™ system only works for certain Android models. Use the manufacturer’s USB cable when wireless feature is not available
• If Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® randomly disconnects:
– Ensure the USB cable is certified by the phone manufacture for both power and data
– Clean the phones port, which the USB cable connects to, with disposable compressed air
– The Phone should not be disturbed while driving as this can cause a disconnection at the phone’s USB port
– Visit the phone manufactures website for Android Auto/ Apple CarPlay app concerns
QUICK TIPS
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes.www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODES
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Video
Refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide for more information.