2021 KIA SOUL warning

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3 Touch the URL for User’s Manual on Web from the
smartphone display.
The online user’s manual of the system appears in the
Internet browser application on the smartphone.
0000ADepending on how you scan the QR code, the online manual
may open without touching the URL.
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With a camera application of your iPhone or Android
smartphone, the QR code can also be scanned. Depending
on the Android smartphone model, the QR code scanning
may not be supported for the provided application. For more
details, see the smartphone’s manual.
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Without scanning the QR code, you can directly enter the URL
address to see User’s Manual on Web. (http://webmanual.kia.
com/STD_GEN5_WIDE/AVNT/USA/English/index.html)
Reading the manual on web
with the QR code
You can access the online user’s manual of the system by scanning
the QR code with your smartphone.
\335Warning
Pull over the vehicle to a safe area and scan the QR code. To ensure
your safety, the system does not provide QR codes while driving.
1 Scan the QR code by using any of the following
methods:
\225On the All Menus screen, touch Setup >
General >
System
Info >
User's Manual on Web (QR Code).
\225
Or scan the QR code in the Quick Reference Guide.
2 Scan the QR code after installing the QR code
reader application from App Store (
) or Google
Play Store (
).

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For emergency services (e.g. hospital, fire station), do not rely
solely on the navigation system.
\225Some emergency services may not be included in the navigation map.
Obtain information in advance for emergency situations.
\335System handling
Do NOT arbitrarily disassemble or modify the system.
\225It may cause an accident, fire, or electric shock.
Exercise caution to make sure that no liquid or foreign
materials enter the system.
\225It may cause smoke generation, fire ignition, or system failure.
When the screen is not displayed, the volume is muted, or
other system failures occur, immediately stop using the
system.
\225Otherwise, it may cause fire, electric shock, or fatal system failure.
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If you experience any problems with the system, contact your
place of purchase or dealer.
Safety Warnings
Be sure to keep the following instructions. Otherwise, it may
cause serious injury or accident.
\335Driving
Keep traffic regulations while driving.
\225
Relying solely on the navigation system may cause violation of traffic rules
and regulations, resulting in an accident.
In order to check the vehicle speed, see the speedometer first,
not the speed on the navigation system.
\225The speed on the navigation system may differ from actual vehicle speed.
While driving, refrain from watching the screen.
\225An accident may occur by negligence in keeping your eyes forward.
\225To manipulate the screen or buttons requiring multiple steps, be sure to
stop your vehicle.
To use your mobile phone, first stop your vehicle.
\225If you use your mobile phone while driving, it may disperse your attenti\
on,
resulting in an accident.
\225When making a call while driving, use the Bluetooth Hands-free function
and if possible, minimize the call time.
Make sure that the volume of the phone is sufficiently low so
that the external sound is audible.
\225When you drive with no external sound present may cause a traffic accident.
\225When you drive for a long time with a loud audio volume, it may affect your
hearing.

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\335Warning
\225Driving 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.
\225Some functions may not be active while driving to ensure
safety. Those functions run only when the vehicle is stationary.
In order to use them, first stop the vehicle.
\225When the screen is not displayed, the volume is muted, or
other system failures occur, immediately stop using the
system. When you use the faulty system continuously, it may
cause fire, electric shock, or fatal system failure.
\334Caution
\225The system can be turned on even when the ignition switch is
in “ACC” or “ON.” However, when you use the system without
turning on the vehicle for a long time, it may cause battery
discharge. To use the system for a long time, be sure to turn
on the vehicle.
\225When you use the system with the vehicle turned off, the
battery warning message appears. The warning message
disappears as soon as you turn on the vehicle.
Turning the system on or off
Turning on the system
1 Turn on the vehicle.
2 When a safety warning message appears, read it
and touch Confirm.
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To change the display language, touch Language.
Turning off the system
To turn off the system while driving, press and hold
the [POWER] button on the panel.
The screen and sound will be turned off.
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To use the system again, press the [ POWER] button.
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When a specified period of time elapses after turning off the
vehicle, the system automatically shuts down. When you open
the driver's door, the system immediately shuts down.

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Symbols in this User’s Manual
Warning
Indicates very important information directly related to user safety. Failure to follow
instructions may cause serious injury.
Caution
Indicates important information directly related to user safety. Failure to follow
instructions may cause minor injury or vehicle damage or breakdown.
NoteIndicates helpful information for operation of the product.
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.

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Be sure to keep the following instructions. Otherwise, it may
cause serious injury or accident.
\335Driving
Keep traffic regulations while driving.
\225 Relying solely on the navigation system may cause violation of traffic rules
and regulations, resulting in an accident.
In order to check the vehicle speed, see the speedometer first,
not the speed on the navigation system.
\225The speed on the navigation system may differ from actual vehicle speed.
While driving, refrain from watching the screen.
\225An accident may occur by negligence in keeping your eyes forward.
\225To manipulate the screen or buttons requiring multiple steps, be sure to
stop your vehicle.
To use your mobile phone, first stop your vehicle.
\225If you use your mobile phone while driving, it may disperse your attenti\
on,
resulting in an accident.
\225If necessary, use handsfree (Bluetooth) calling when driving and minimize
the call time.
Make sure that the volume of the phone is sufficiently low so
that the external sound is audible.
\225When you drive with no external sound present may cause a traffic accident.
\225When you drive for a long time with a loud audio volume, it may affect your
hearing.
For emergency services (e.g. hospital, fire station), do not rely
solely on the navigation system.
\225Some emergency services may not be included in the navigation map.
Obtain information in advance for emergency situations.
\335System handling
Do NOT arbitrarily disassemble or modify the system.
\225 It may cause an accident, fire, or electric shock.
Exercise caution to make sure that no liquid or foreign
materials enter the system.
\225It may cause smoke generation, fire ignition, or system failure.
When the screen is not displayed, the volume is muted, or
other system failures occur, immediately stop using the
system.
\225Otherwise, it may cause fire, electric shock, or fatal system failure.
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If you experience any problems with the system, contact your
place of purchase or dealer.
Safety Warnings

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Turning the system on or off
The following explains how to turn on or off the system. Before
using the system, be sure to read the user's manual for safe and
convenient manipulation.
Turning on the system
1 Turn on the vehicle.
2 When a safety warning message appears, read it
and touch Confirm.
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To change the display language, touch Language.
Move button
(
/)
\225Changes the broadcast program
channel, music, or file while using the
Radio/Media function.
\225Press and hold the button to search a
broadcast program while listening to
the radio.
\225Press and hold the button to fast
forward or rewind while playing
media (except for Bluetooth audio
mode).
Call button
(
)
\225 Before connection of Bluetooth: Press
to display the Bluetooth connection
window.
\225After connection of Bluetooth: Press
to display the recent calls list, press
and hold to redial the last number,
and press for an incoming call to
answer it.
\225On a Bluetooth call: Press to switch
to Call Waiting and press and hold
to switch between the system and
mobile phone.
End Call button
(
)
\225 During a Bluetooth call, press to end
the call.
\225Press to ignore a call with the
Bluetooth connected.

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\335Warning
\225 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.
\225 Some functions may not be active while driving to ensure
safety. Those functions run only when the vehicle is stationary.
In order to use them, first stop the vehicle.
\225 When the screen is not displayed, the volume is muted, or
other system failures occur, immediately stop using the
system. When you use the faulty system continuously, it may
cause fire, electric shock, or fatal system failure.
Turning off the system
To turn off the system while driving, press and hold
the [POWER] button on the panel.
The screen and sound will be turned off.
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To use the system again, press the [ POWER] button.
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When a specified period of time elapses after turning off the
vehicle, the system automatically shuts down. When you open
the driver's door, the system immediately shuts down.

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Using the touch screen
This system is equipped with a touch-type screen. You can use
various practices by using this feature.
\335Warning
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.
\334Caution
\225 Do not press the touch screen with excessive force or a sharp
object. The touch screen may become damaged.
\225 Be careful for the touch screen not to contact any electrically
charged object. Static or other electric shock may cause the
system to malfunction or damage the touch screen.
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The touch screen will not respond when you are wearing
gloves. Take off the gloves or wear electrostatic touch gloves.
\334Caution
\225 The system can be turned on even when the ignition switch is
in “ACC” or “ON.” However, when you use the system without
turning on the vehicle for a long time, it may cause battery
discharge. To use the system for a long time, be sure to turn
on the vehicle.
\225 When you use the system with the vehicle turned off, the
battery warning message appears. The warning message
disappears as soon as you turn on the vehicle.
0000AThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and
specifications.
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When you turn off and on the vehicle, the system is turned on
with the mode and settings used when the vehicle was turned
off.
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To prevent audio from playing loud when you turn on the
vehicle, adjust the system volume to an adequate level.
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To automatically decrease the system volume, move to the All
Menus screen and touch Setup >
Sound >
Priority >
Start-
up Volume Limit to set the function.
> See “Start-up Volume
Limit.”