2022 KIA NIRO steering

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Recording a voice memo
1 On the Voice Memo screen, press .
It starts recording a voice memo.
2 When recording is finished, press on the screen or press the End
Call button on the steering wheel.
The voice memo is automatically saved.

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To adjust the recording sound volume during voice recording, drag the control bar.

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To temporarily stop recording, press
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When recording starts, the other audio functions are muted or playback is paused.

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When you make or receive a call while recording, the recording is paused.

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When you make an emergency call or you are connected to an emergency call
after airbag deployment, the recording is stopped and the recorded voice memo is
automatically saved.
Playing a voice memo
You can select and play a recorded voice memo.
From the list of Voice Memos, press the desired voice memo.

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ÝWarning
Driving while distracted may cause 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 that take the driver's eyes, attention, and focus away from safe
driving or that are not permissible by the law, should never be used while driving.
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Use the Kia Connect features on the system when the vehicle is stationary with the vehicle
turned on.
Contacting the roadside assistance
When you encounter a disabled vehicle or other problems on the road, you can directly
contact the Kia Connect Center for roadside assistance and receive the service for vehicle
towing.
Perform any of the following methods:
On the All Menus screen, press Kia Connect
>
Roadside Assist.
 Press the [] button on the vehicle.

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Depending on the network status, this feature may not work correctly.
Checking schedule details (if equipped)
View the schedule details for today and tomorrow.
On the All Menus screen, press Kia Connect >
Calendar.

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To use the calendar, make sure you install the Kia Connect App on your smartphone and
sign up for the Kia Connect Service. Use either Google Play Store or App Store (depending
on your smartphone model) to download and install the Kia Connect App and sign up for
the Kia Connect Service.
> See "Subscribing to the service."

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To use the calendar, make sure your user profile is linked to your Kia Connect account. It
is not possible to use the calendar if your user profile is set to "Guest." To link your user
profile to your Kia Connect account, press Setup >
User Profile from All Menus.

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Forward Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Forward Safety system.
Active Assist: Provides a warning and vehicle control when a risk of forward collision is
detected.
ÝWarning
This function is only a supplemental function and it is not intended to, nor does it replace
the need for extreme care and attention of the driver. The sensing range and objects
detectable by the sensors are limited. Pay attention to the road conditions at all times.
Warning Only: Provides a warning when a risk of forward collision is detected.
Off: Disables the Forward Safety functions.
Lane Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Lane Safety system.
Lane Keeping Assist: Automatically assists with steering to help prevent the vehicle from
leaving the lane.
ÝWarning
Lane Keeping Assist is a supplementary function for safe driving and does not replace
driving. It is the responsibility of the driver to always be aware of the surroundings and
steer the vehicle.

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When the lanes are not recognized well by front view camera, always check the
surroundings because Lane Keeping Assist may not work properly.
Lane Departure Warning: Provides a warning when the vehicle leaves the lane without
operating the turn signal switch.
Off: Disables the Lane Safety functions.
Blind-Spot Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Blind-Spot Safety system.
Blind-Spot View: Displays the blind-spot view in the cluster when operating the turn
signal switch.
Safe Exit Assist: Provides a warning and door control when an approaching vehicle is
detected in the vehicle's blind spot.

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Cluster Voice Guidance Volume (if equipped)
You can adjust the volume of guiding beep.
Welcome Sound (if equipped)
You can set to generate the notification sound when turning on or off the instrument cluster.
Convenience (if equipped)
You can configure the features for convenience such as welcome sound and wireless
charging.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Welcome Mirror/Light (if equipped)
You can set the welcoming time on the outside rear view mirrors.
Enable on Driver Approach: When the driver with the smart key approaches, the
welcome feature is enabled.
Wireless Charging System (if equipped)
You can set to charge your smartphone wirelessly.

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This feature is available only in smartphones that can be charged wirelessly.
Seat (if equipped)
You can configure the settings of the steering wheel or seats, such as seat position change
notification and automatic control of the steering wheel warmer.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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Seat Position Change Alert (if equipped)
You can set the system to display a notification message along with the seat image on the
screen when a seat position is changed.
Smart Posture Care (if equipped)
You can see the recommended driving posture according to your physical data, and the
clinical inspection result for your waist.
Heated/Ventilated Features (if equipped)
You can set to make the driving environment pleasant by controlling the steering wheel
warmer and driver's seat warmer/ventilation.
Auto. Controls That Use Climate Control Settings: Automatically controls the heating
wire or ventilation for the driver's seat and steering wheel, in sync with the climate control
function.

Steering Wheel Warmer: Steering Wheel Warmer adjusts automatically based on
Climate settings.

Seat Warmer/Ventilation: Seat Warmer/Ventilation adjusts automatically based on
Climate settings.
Seating Easy Access (if equipped)
For convenience upon getting on and off, you can adjust the position of the driver's seat or
steering wheel to secure space inside the vehicle.
 Steering Easy Access: The steering wheel moves upward when getting on and off.
Seat Slide Easy Access: Can set the distance to automatically move the driver's seat
when getting on or off.
Rear Seat Heating Control (if equipped)
You can set to enable the warmer for the rear-left and rear-right seats.
Reset (if equipped)
You can initialize all system settings in the vehicle.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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The required features cannot be initialize.

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Speed Limit (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Speed Limit system.
Speed Limit Offset: Adjusts the offset amount of the speed limit.
Speed Limit Assist: Adjusts the vehicle set speed based on the current speed limit of the
road.
Speed Limit Warning: Provides a warning when the speed limit is exceeded.
Off: Disables the Speed Limit functions.
Warning Timing (if equipped)
Sets the timing of the warning.
Warning Volume (if equipped)
Sets the volume of the warning sound.
Haptic Warning (if equipped)
Sets the intensity of the steering wheel vibration warning.
Warning Sound and Haptic (if equipped)
Sets the volume and priority of the warning sound for driver assistance. You can configure
the haptic warning settings if steering wheel vibration warning is supported.
Driver Attention Warning (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Driver Attention Warning system.
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert: Alerts the driver during a stop, when the leading
vehicle departs.
ÝWarning
Be sure to always check the road conditions ahead or surroundings before departure. An
accident caused by distracted driving can be prevented.
Inattentive Driving Warning: Provides a warning when signs of driver inattentiveness
are detected, and recommends a rest if needed.
Safety Notice Call: When abnormal driving is detected, a Connected Services Center
representative will call to check on your safety.

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Forward Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Forward Safety system.
Forward Cross-Traffic Safety: Provides a warning and emergency braking when a risk of
forward cross-traffic collision is detected.
Active Assist: Provides a warning and vehicle control when a risk of forward collision is
detected.
ÝWarning
This function is only a supplemental function and it is not intended to, nor does it replace
the need for extreme care and attention of the driver. The sensing range and objects
detectable by the sensors are limited. Pay attention to the road conditions at all times.
Warning Only: Provides a warning when a risk of forward collision is detected.
Off: Disables the Forward Safety functions.
Lane Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Lane Safety system.
Assist: Automatically assists with steering to help prevent the vehicle from leaving the
lane.
ÝWarning
Lane Keeping Assist is a supplementary function for safe driving and does not replace
driving. It is the responsibility of the driver to always be aware of the surroundings and
steer the vehicle.

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When the lanes are not recognized well by front view camera, always check the
surroundings because Lane Keeping Assist may not work properly.
Warning Only: Provides a warning when the vehicle leaves the lane without operating
the turn signal switch.
Off: Disables the Lane Safety functions.
Blind-Spot Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Blind-Spot Safety system.
Blind-Spot View Monitor: Displays the blind-spot view in the cluster when operating the
turn signal switch.
Safe Exit Assist: Provides a warning and door control when an approaching vehicle is
detected in the vehicle's blind spot.
Safe Exit Warning: Provides a warning when an approaching vehicle is detected in the
vehicle's blind spot.

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ÝWarning
Safe Exit Assist may not operate properly when a vehicle is coming rapidly two lanes
over from your vehicle or a vehicle is approaching at a fast speed from the rear in the
lane next to your vehicle.
Safe Exit Assist may not operate properly if there is any vehicle or obstacle at the rear
area of your vehicle.
Safe Exit Assist may be activated later than normal or may not operate properly if a
vehicle is approaching fast from the rear of your vehicle.
Safe Exit Assist may not operate when the Blind-Spot Safety system malfunctions as
follows:

The warning message of the Blind-Spot Safety system appears on the instrument
cluster.

The sensors of the Blind-Spot Safety system are contaminated or covered.

The Blind-Spot Safety system does not generate warning or generates a wrong
alert.
 Active Assist: Provides a warning and vehicle control when a risk of blind-spot collision is
detected.
ÝWarning
Always be aware of road conditions while driving and be alert for unexpected situations
even though Blind-Spot Collision Warning and Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist are
operating.
Warning Only: Provides a warning when a risk of blind-spot collision is detected.
Off: Disables Blind-Spot Safety function.
Driving Safety (if equipped)
Configure driving-related safety features.
Forward Safety
: Provides a warning and vehicle control when a risk of forward collision is
detected.
 Forward Safety Warning Timing: Select when the forward safety system will activate a
warning.
Forward Cross-Traffic Safety: Provides a warning and emergency braking when a risk of
forward cross-traffic collision is detected.
Forward/Side Safety
: Provides a warning and emergency steering when a risk of forward
or side collision is detected.
 Lane Safety: Automatically assists with steering to help prevent the vehicle from leaving
the lane.