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AUDIO SYSTEMS
AUDIOSYSTEMS
MEDIARADIO
TRACK >
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POWERPUSHVOL ENTER
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Standard Audio System - Value with UVO link* — FM/AM/SiriusXM® †21/Media (USB, Bluetooth® Au d io)*
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•Volume level between different audio modes:
– When switching between audio modes (AM, FM, Bluetooth® Audio, etc.), the audio system saves the previous volume level you were listening to. For example, if you were listening to FM radio at volume level 20 then switched to BT Audio and adjusted the volume level to 30, the volume level will be at 20 when you switch back to FM radio
– When using Bluetooth® Audio, the overall volume is dependent on your device’s volume. If the volume is turned down low on your device it will remain low even if the system volume is turned up
•This system supports Android Auto™ (USB & wireless connection) and Apple CarPlay® (wireless connection only)
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Navigation may be available when connected to Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay® supported smartphones
•When using the voice command feature, wait for the system to BEEP before speaking the command
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At any time, you can interrupt Command Feedback by pressing the TALK button
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A warning screen may appear periodically to remind users that the UVO link should be operated when the engine is running to prevent battery discharge
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Press briefly to do the following:• FM/AM mode: Play the previous/next frequency.• SiriusXM® mode: Change the channel.• MEDIA mode: Change the track, file or title (except for AUX ).Press and hold to do the following (over 0.8 seconds):• FM/AM mode: Move quickly through all of the frequencies. When released, the system seeks the next available frequency.• MEDIA mode: Rewinds or fast forwards the track or file (except for AUX and Bluetooth® Audio).A programmable key to provide quick access to one of several available system features
Press to Power ON/OFF. Rotate to adjust Volume
Press to select FM/AM/SiriusXM® modes
Press to enter MEDIA mode
Press to display SE TUP/Settings mode
Rotate to change Radio/SiriusXM® Station/ Media tracks/files. Press to select(LCD Display Screen)
Sound Settings – To adjust the sound settings:
1. Press the SETUP key on the audio head unit or the onscreen MENU button, when in MEDIA mode. Select the onscreen SOUND button, or SOUND SET TINGS
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Select the menu item (Position, Volume, Tone, Priority, Advanced, Default, FM Radio Noise Cancel*)
3. Use the onscreen buttons to adjust settings. Press the return button to save settings
Presets – Press the STAR button next to or below the Radio Station display. This saves the current station as a preset.
SiriusXM® Smart Favorites – For the first ten favorite SiriusXM® channels, you may play live or repeat from the beginning of a song or a program segment. In Radio mode, choose SiriusXM®, then select any of the first ten favorites. During song or program play, tap the Skip Backward icon to start from the beginning of the song or program. Tap the Play Live icon to return to the live broadcast.
Custom Key H: A programmable key to provide quick access to one of several available system
features. To Program the Custom Key: Press and hold the Custom key. Select one of the available features you would like the Custom key to open.
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide. For other audio system information, refer to pages 30-35.
REMINDERS: • Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Drivers should remain attentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the audio system controls while driving. To help minimize driver distraction, some audio system functionalities have been modified while the vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or moved out of Park.• Prolonged use of the audio head unit in ACC mode may drain the vehicle’s battery
Your vehicle’s audio system may differ from that in the illustration.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS
AUDIOSYSTEMS
Sound Settings: To adjust the sound settings (Fader/Balance, Tone, Touch-Screen Beep ON/OFF and Speed-Dependent Volume Control ON/OFF ) from any audio mode:
1. Press the SETUP button on the Audio Head Unit
2. Select the onscreen SOUND button
3. Select the menu item to change settings
4. Use the onscreen buttons to adjust settings
Radio Presets: You can listen to FM, AM and SiriusXM® radio and save frequently used stations
How to Save a Preset: Press the STAR button next to or below the Radio Station display. This saves the current station as a preset
SiriusXM® Smart Favorites: For the first ten favorite SiriusXM® channels, you may play live or repeat from the beginning of a song or a program segment. In Radio mode, choose SiriusXM®, then select any of the first six favorites. During song or program play, tap the Skip Backward icon to start from the beginning of the song or program. Tap the Play Live icon to return to the live broadcast
Custom Key H: A programmable button to provide quick access to one of several available system features
To Program the Custom Key: Press and hold the Custom Key. Select one of the available features you would like the Custom Key to open
UVO link†1 with Navigation*†1 4 – FM/AM/SiriusXM® †21/Media (USB, Aux, Bluetooth® Au d io)

•Volume level between different audio modes: – When switching between audio modes (AM, FM, Bluetooth® Audio, etc.), the audio system saves the previous volume level you were listening to. For example, if you were listening to FM radio at volume level 20 then switched to BT Audio and adjusted the volume level to 30, the volume level will be at 20 when you switch back to FM radio
•When connected to Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay® on your smartphone, the smartphone’s navigation system may also be available
•This system supports Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® (USB connection only)
•A warning screen may appear periodically to remind users that the navigation system should be operated when the engine is running to prevent battery discharge
•At any time, you can interrupt UVO link Command Feedback by pressing the TALK button on the steering wheel
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Your vehicle’s audio system may differ from that in the illustration.
For further UVO link with Navigation operations, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide.
REMINDERS: • To help minimize driver distraction, some audio system functionalities have been modified while the vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or moved out of Park.• Prolonged use of the audio head unit in ACC mode may drain the vehicle’s battery
Press briefly to do the following:• FM/AM mode: Play the previous/next frequency.• SiriusXM® mode: Change the channel.• MEDIA mode: Change the track, file or title (except for AUX ).Press and hold to do the following (over 0.8 seconds):• FM/AM mode: Move quickly through all of the frequencies. When released, the system seeks the next available frequency.• MEDIA mode: Rewinds or fast forwards the track or file (except for AUX and Bluetooth® Audio).
A programmable key to provide quick access to one of several available system features Press to display SE TUP/Settings mode
SETUP
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MAP
MEDIA SEEK
RADIO
TRACK
POWERPUSHVOL ENTER
TUNE
FILE
(LCD Display Screen)
Press to Power ON/OFF. Rotate to adjust Volume
Press to select FM/AM/SiriusXM® modes
Press to enter MEDIA mode
Press to display the MAP screen for the current position/ Voice mode
Press to display the Navigation menu screen
Rotate to change Radio/SiriusXM® Station/Media tracks/files. Press to select
For other audio system information, see pages 30-34.
UVO link with Navigation Video
To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website.
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Automatic Climate Control* (continued)
REMINDERS:
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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 the vents if the Recirculated Air button is not pressed ON (LED lit)
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Continuous use of the climate control system in the recirculated air position may allow humidity to increase inside the vehicle which may fog the glass and obscure visibility and/or cause smell/odor

Your Automatic Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations. Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
Air Flow Modes
To select Air Flow Modes, press the mode button H to cycle through to
the desired mode:
Auto Defogging System (ADS)
Auto defogging is designed to reduce the
fogging up of the inside of the windshield
by automatically sensing the moisture of
the inside of the windshield. The system
will automatically change to defrost mode
when needed.
Auto Defogging is set ON by default. To
cancel Auto Defogging, press the Front
Defrost button for three seconds,
when the ignition is in on (ADS OFF icon
will illuminate). To turn Auto Defogging on
again, press the Front Defrost button
for three seconds.
Face-Level
Bi-Level
F lo o r- L evel
Floor/Defrost-Level

•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
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Automatic Climate Control Operation Video
Auto Defogging System (ADS) Video
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Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic®†2 2 Shifting

•Press the brake pedal and depress release button to move the gearshift from N to P, N to R or from P to any gear
•Manual mode downshifts are made automatically when the vehicle slows down. When the vehicle stops, 1st gear is automatically selected
QUICK TIPS
(Center Console)
P: Park – To shift into Park from any gear, press the Release button A on the gear shift
while the vehicle is stationary and the brake pedal is depressed, and shift
R: Reverse – To shift into Reverse, depress the brake pedal, press the Release button A,
and move the shift lever into Reverse.
N: Neutral
D: Drive
[+]: Manual Mode Upshift
[–]: Manual Mode Downshift
Manual Mode: To enter the Manual mode, move shift lever from D
to left gate. To shift while in Manual mode, move shift lever up [+]
to upshift or down [–] to downshift.
Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)*
Some Kia vehicles are equipped with Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT ) for automatic transmissions.
The following are unique driving tips for the Dual Clutch Transmission:
• To hold the vehicle stationary on an incline, the service brake or parking brake MUST be used or the gear shift MUST be in
the (P) Park position. If the vehicle is held stationary by applying the accelerator pedal on a slope, the clutch/transmission
may overheat, resulting in damage
• Avoid aggressive launches on steep grades as this may result in an overheated clutch and transmission
• A slight time lag may be experienced at takeoff from standstill during aggressive acceleration maneuvers
If the clutch is overheating, an amber warning light* will be displayed in the instrument cluster.
Should this condition occur, pull over and place the vehicle in Park and idle the engine.
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for additional information on Automatic Gear Shift or DCT operation or call Kia Consumer Affairs for additional information.
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Sportmatic® Shifting Video
Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) Driving Experience Video
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When you select AWD Lock mode by pressing
the AWD LOCK button A, the AWD LOCK mode
increases the drive power when driving on wet
pavement, snow covered roads and/or off-road.
•This mode is used for climbing or descending
sharp grades, off-road driving, driving on
sandy and muddy roads, etc., to improve
traction
•This mode automatically shifts back to
AWD AUTO mode at speed above 19 mph.
If the vehicle decelerates to speeds below
approximate 25 mph, however, the transfer
mode is shifted into AWD LOCK mode again
When the AWD LOCK mode is deactivated, a
shock may be felt as the drive power is delivered
entirely to the front wheels. This shock is not a
mechanical failure.
AWD (All-Wheel Drive) Lock*Idle, Stop & Go (ISG) System
The ISG system is designed to reduce fuel
consumption by automatically shutting down
the engine when the vehicle is at a standstill.
When the ISG system is ON and the vehicle
is at a standstill, the engine will stop, and the
green AUTO STOP indicator B on the
instrument cluster will illuminate.
The engine will restart when the brake pedal
is released or the shift lever is moved from
D (Drive) to the R (Reverse) position or to
Manual Shift mode. When engine restarts,
the green AUTO STOP indicator on the
instrument cluster will turn off.
To deactivate the ISG System, press the
ISG OFF button C. If you press again, the
system will be activated.
REMINDERS:
•ISG is active by default at vehicle startup. When ignition is cycled, ISG will turn ON again
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Under certain conditions, the engine will restart automatically even if the brake pedal is still depressed
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If the AUTO STOP indicator is continuously blinking yellow and the ISG button LED is on, please contact an authorized Kia dealer

•If the AUTO STOP indicator A is solid yellow, the system is functional, but just has not met all its enabling criteria to activate ISG at that time.
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The ISG system is disabled when:
•A seat belt is unfastened
•The hood or a door is opened
•Battery condition is poor
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The front or rear defroster is turned on
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Engine coolant temperature is low
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The outside ambient temperature is too low/high
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Emission control devices activate
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The vehicle is on a steep slope
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Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
(Button on center console below gear shift)
(LCD instrument panel Type B)
(Button on center console below gear shift)
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ISG (Idle, Stop & Go) System Video

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SEATING
SEATING
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Ultrasonic Sensors*†6
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Ultrasonic Sensors can help alert the driver when rear
passenger(s) are left in the rear seats using the ultrasonic sensors and door monitoring.
The system is designed to provide three separate alerts:
• The 1st alert is a message on the Instrument Cluster, “Check Rear Seats” A, and a
chime will sound
After the 1st alert, when the doors are locked and there is movement detected in the rear
seats, the horn will sound for about 25 seconds. This alert may activate up to eight times
within 24 hours, if movement is still detected and system has not been disabled
• If you have installed the Kia Access with UVO Link app on your smartphone, logged in
and activated the Rear Occupant Alert notification, a third alert (notification) will be sent
to your phone
To turn the system on or off, in the Instrument Cluster, go to User Settings, select
Convenience, and then Rear Occupant Alert.
Rear Occupant with Ultrasonic Sensors activates under the following conditions:
• A rear passenger door is opened and closed
• The ignition has been turned off
• The driver’s door has been opened, then closed
• The doors are locked with the Smart Key or the door lock
button on the door handle
MODE
OK
CRUISE
ROA
This system is not a substitute for one’s attention and may not detect all movement within the vehicle. Always check the vehicle’s interior before exiting.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Check rear seats
: Alarm OffOK
A
B
REMINDERS: •
To avoid false alerts, make sure the vehicle’s windows are rolled up •
If objects such as boxes are stacked in front of the ultrasonic sensors, the system may not detect any movement •
The ultrasonic sensors may occasionally detect movement in the vehicle and cause false alerts, when there are no rear occupants present. False alerts can occur due to:– The presence of insects near the system sensor– Rushing air from a window that is rolled down– Movement around the exterior of the vehicle– Surrounding noise or vibration– Vehicle passing through a car wash– Movement in the driver or front passenger seat is detected •
The Rear Occupant Alert with Ultrasonic Sensors system may fail to detect movement and activate an alarm if: – Movement is subtle or does not continue – A small child sits directly in a seat without a car seat–
A rear passenger is covered with an object such as a blanket, obstructing the sensor’s view

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The 1st alert message will not display on Instrument Cluster if the rear doors are never opened. Either rear doors must be opened after unlocking the vehicle before the system will activate.
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To temporarily disable alerts, press the OK button B on the Steering Wheel while the message is displayed
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To turn the alert off while sounding, press the unlock button on the Smart Key or press the door lock button on the door handle
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Must be enrolled in UVO services and Kia Access app installed on the phone to receive ROA alert notifications on your smartphone
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Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Ultrasonic Sensors Video
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See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY FEATURES
The Smart Liftgate with Auto Open can be operated from several controls to
either open, close or lock the Liftgate. The Smart Liftgate with Auto Open will
close the Liftgate, lock all doors and Liftgate and then arm the vehicle.
When the Smart Key fob is on your person and you are near the back of the
vehicle, within close proximity, the hazard lights will blink and a chime will
sound for about 3 seconds as an alert that the Smart Power Liftgate is about
to open. Then the alert system will blink and chime two additional times before
opening the Smart Power Liftgate.
The Smart Liftgate with Auto Open feature is off by default. To enable the Smart
Power Liftgate, go to User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes.
REMINDERS:
•All doors are closed and locked after about 15 seconds
•The Smart Liftgate with Auto Open feature will not operate when:
– The doors are recently closed and locked, and the Smart Key is still detected after 15 seconds near the vehicle or within 60 inches of the door handles
– A door is not locked or closed
– The Smart Key is in the vehicle
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Press any button on the Smart Key fob during the Detect and Alert stage, or move out of the detection area, to deactivate the Smart Liftgate with Auto Open function
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When the ignition is on, the Smart Liftgate with Auto Open will only operate with the gear shift in the Park (P) position
•The Smart Key must be outside of the vehicle for the Smart Liftgate with Auto Open to operate
•Ensure obstacles and people are out of the way of the Liftgate
Smart Liftgate with Auto Open*†1 6
• During the Smart Liftgate with Auto Open alert, the Smart Liftgate with Auto Open can be deactivated with the Smart Key by pressing any button on the key fob or moving away from the detection area
• The open height and speed can be adjusted. For information on how to set the open height and speed, see your owner’s manual
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DRIVE
SPORTSMART
AUTO
HOLD
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MUD
SAND SNOWTERRAIN
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(Located below gear shift knob)
The Front SVM camera will turn off when the gear shift is moved into Park or Reverse or the SVM button is pressed.
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Surround View Monitor (SVM) is a parking support system that shows the
areas around the front, rear, left and right sides of the vehicle via four cameras
displayed onto the audio head unit screen.
Press A to turn SVM ON/OFF.
• When OFF: The camera view will automatically display on the audio head
unit screen when the vehicle is shifted into Reverse. The camera view will
turn off when the vehicle is shifted out of Reverse
• When ON: The camera view will display on the audio head unit screen in
both Drive and Reverse. In Drive, the camera view will continue to display
until the vehicle is traveling at speeds above approximately 9 mph. If you
keep SVM on, the camera view will reappear on the audio head unit screen
whenever the vehicle speed drops below approximately 9 mph
The Surround View Monitoring (SVM) is only a supplemental device. Drivers should not rely solely on the SVM information when parking and backing up. Drivers should always pay attention and directly check the left/right and rear.
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.
REMINDERS:
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The SVM camera is equipped with an optical lens to provide a wider range of vision and may appear different from the actual distance. The Surround View Monitor system is only a supplemental device. Drivers should not rely solely on the SVM information when parking and backing up. Drivers should always pay attention and directly check the left /right and rear
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While the SVM is active the volume will be lowered on all audio modes
Surround View Monitor (SVM)*
To change the SVM settings, press the onscreen settings icon B, while the system is operating.
B
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Surround View Monitor (SVM) Video
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY FEATURES