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DRIVER'S PANEL
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)†8
Power Liftgate Open/Close Button*
HAC is designed to help prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when
accelerating from a stop while on a steep incline.
The HAC automatically activates whether the ESC is OFF or ON but does
NOT activate when the ESC has malfunctioned.
Press the B button for approximately one second to open/close
the liftgate.
(Buttons located to the left of Steering Wheel)
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•When HAC is active (e.g., during initial acceleration from a stop on an incline), you may notice that the brakes will momentarily remain engaged after you depress the accelerator – this is normal operation
•HAC provides a two-second delay before the vehicle may start rolling backward
QUICK TIPS
REMINDERS:
•
The HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position
•
HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while the vehicle is stopped on an incline
•In the event of HAC system malfunction, see an Authorized Kia Dealer for service
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.B
(Buttons located on left of Steering Wheel)
Instrument Cluster Control
With parking lights/headlights ON, toggle switch A up (+) or down
(-) to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel illumination.
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
REMINDERS:
•
ESC is turned ON by default at vehicle startup. When ignition is cycled, ESC will turn ON again
•
The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate whenever the ESC is in operation
The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during certain
cornering maneuvers. It is a good idea to keep the ESC turned ON for daily
driving whenever possible.
Go to User Settings in the Instrument Cluster to turn ESC OFF/ON.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)†8
A
DRIVER’SPANEL
Headlight ON position
Parking light position
AUTOAuto Light* / DRL / HBA
OFFLights OFF
AUTO
OF F
OFF
Headlights & High Beams
To o p e r a t e :
•Rotate lever to change the Headlight function
•Push lever to turn High Beams ON
•Pull lever to flash Headlights / High Beams
AUTO Light* — When the light switch is in the AUTO Light position, the
tail lights and headlights will turn ON/OFF automatically, depending on
the amount of light outside the vehicle.
Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
DRL may help others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. The
lights will be on automatically when the ignition or Engine Start /Stop
button is ON and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position, unless one
of the following occurs:
•Headlights are on
•Parking brake is applied
•Fog lights are on
•Engine is turned off
•Switch is in the OFF position
REMINDER: DRL only operates during the daytime.
High Beam Assist (HBA)
High Beam Assist is designed to automatically adjust the headlight range
by switching between high and low beams based on light detected from
other vehicles and road conditions.
To enable HBA, toggle the light switch to the AUTO Light position and turn
on the high beams by pushing the lever away from you. The High
Beam Assist indicator will illuminate.
REMINDERS:
• HBA will operate when vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph
• If the lever is pushed away from you while HBA is operational, HBA will turn off and the high beams will be on continuously
• If the light switch is switched to the headlight position, HBA will turn off and the low beams will be on continuously
Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving as this may cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
It may be helpful to pull/push bottom of Steering Wheel towards/away from you to adjust desired distance prior to adjusting the angle
QUICK TIP
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel
To adjust the Steering Wheel, press the lock-release lever A down and
adjust to the desired angle B and then the distance C.
When finished, pull the lock-release lever A up to lock Steering Wheel
in place.
B
C
A
(Located on center panel)
REMINDER: If the steering wheel becomes too warm, turn the system off. The heated steering wheel may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.
Heated Steering Wheel*
While the Engine Start /Stop button is in the ON position, press the Heated
Steering Wheel button C to turn the steering wheel heater ON/OFF. The
steering wheel heater will turn off automatically in 30 minutes, or when
button C is pressed again to deactivate.
•
If ignition is cycled, the Heated Steering Wheel turns OFF. Press button again to turn ON
QUICK TIP
Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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AUDIO SYSTEMS
AUDIOSYSTEMS
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Kia Access with UVO link App DownloadQR CODES
Kia Access with UVO link App Features Guide. Click this dynamic QR code to access the guide. Some phone’s operating systems may need to be updated to scan dynamic QR codes
Download the Kia Access with UVO link App by clicking this dynamic QR code. Some phone’s operating systems may need to be updated to scan dynamic QR codes.
Go to an app marketplace to download the new Kia Access with UVO link App. Once you download, make sure you
register your vehicle and start an account (refer to UVO link Activation page). Get to know your new Kia and the
available convenient features on the app.
The Kia Access with UVO link App Features Guide is a step-by-guide helping you utlilize the app to its full potential
by detailing how to set up and use each feature and adjust various settings. Below are some of the topics included:
•Remote Commands
•Set Climate
•Schedule Climate
•Schedule Charge
•Schedule Service
•Dealer Settings
•Manage Vehicles and Profiles
Kia Access with UVO link App Features Guide
2020 SOULMILEAGE722 mi.
355 miEst. RangeDOOR LOCKSREMOTE STARTFind My Car
•The smartphone and vehicle need to be connected to a cellular network with a good wireless signal strength in order to use UVO. If these conditions are not met, voice commands may fail or take a long time to execute •
To use Remote Start or Remote Start with Climate Control feature, all doors, hood and trunk /liftgate must be closed and locked •
Activate Remote Start or Remote Start with Climate Control feature at least 10 minutes before getting into the vehicle, which will allow vehicle interior to reach a desired temperature. If the driver does not enter the vehicle within the 10 minutes, the Remote Start will turn off the engine •
The quickest way to obtain accurate vehicle status through the app is by pressing the refresh button on the app or refreshing the web page when using the customer web portal •In order to preserve the vehicle battery, UVO will not turn on seven days after the last ignition was on. You will need to restart the vehicle with a key fob in order to use UVO again
QUICK TIPS
Kia App Screen for illustrative purposes only. Actual App screen and functionality may vary.
For further UVO link operations, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide.
UVO link is currently unavailable for model year 2022 vehicles sold or purchased in Massachusetts. See UVO Terms of Service at owners.kia.com for more information.
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CENTER PANEL
CENTER PANEL
Power Outlets A: Use the power outlets for mobile phones and other devices designed to operate
on a 12V (180W max) power outlet
Multimedia USB Port B: Use Multimedia USB port to connect USB audio devices and smartphones
USB Charger Port C: Devices can be recharged using a USB cable. The Engine Start /Stop button
needs to in the ACC/ON/START position to operate the USB Charger Port • When needed, Daylight Savings must be enabled in the Clock Settings screen
• To access manual date and time setting, turn GPS time OFF in the Clock Settings (UVO link with Navigation*)
QUICK TIPS
• The power outlets are inactive when ignition is in the OFF position
• The Multimedia USB data port is located next to the Power Outlets. The USB Charger Port does not support data transfer
• The Multimedia USB Port in the center panel charges slower than the USB Charger Ports throughout the vehicle
QUICK TIPS
REMINDERS:
•
Using the power outlets and the USB ports for prolonged periods of time with the Engine Start /Stop button in the ACC position (Engine OFF ) could cause the battery to discharge
•
Kia recommends that you only use USB cables made by your device’s manufacturer. Third-party USB cables may cause damage to your device
(Located on center panel; power ports may be configured differently on your vehicle)
(Located on back of center console)
Digital Clock
Press the SETUP key on the audio head unit, then
press the onscreen Date/ Time button to enter the
clock settings. Then use the onscreen buttons to
navigate through setup and return to exit.
Multimedia USB Port, Power Outlets & USB Charger Port
For more information on the Aux/USB Ports and Power Outlets, refer to section 4 in the Owner's Manual.
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide.
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AA
A
B
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CENTER PANEL
CENTER PANEL
Driver’s temperature control knobPassenger’s temperature control knobAutomatic Climate Control button
Front windshield defroster button
Mode selection button
Air conditioning button*
SYNC Temperature Control Mode buttonRear window defroster buttonAir intake control buttons
Climate control display
Fan speed control buttons
OFF button
Your Automatic Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations. Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
(Type B shown)Automatic Climate Control*
Climate Control Auto Function
1. Press AUTO to select Full Auto Operation - The Auto
setting automatically controls the airflow modes, fan
speeds, air intake and air conditioning according to the
temperature setting selected and the ambient condition
2. Set desired Temperature
3. Press SYNC to sync the left and right temperature control
Defrost Outside Windshield:
1. Set Temperature to Hot
2. Press the Front Defrost button
Defog Inside Windshield:
1. Set Fan Speed to highest position
2. Set Temperature to highest position
3. Press the Front Defrost button
•
•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 may 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
Air Flow Modes
To select Air Flow Modes, press the mode selection
button to cycle to the desired mode:
REMINDERS:
•
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
•
When in AUTO mode, Air Flow mode and Fan Speed do not display on the Climate Control Display
•
Cold or warm ambient air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air button is not pressed ON (LED lit)
•
Pressing any button during AUTO operation will deactivate the AUTO function and switch to manual mode, except for Temperature Control or SYNC Temperature Control
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 and will operate when the
Climate Control system is ON. 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
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QR CODE
Automatic Climate Control Operation Video
Auto Defogging System (ADS) Video
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CENTER PANEL
CENTER PANEL
Auto Hold temporarily maintains the vehicle at a standstill
even though the brake pedal is not depressed after the
driver brings the vehicle to a complete stop by depressing
the brake pedal. Auto Hold can be turned On/Off using the
AUTO HOLD button B on the center panel below the gear
shift. Before Auto Hold will operate, the driver’s door, engine
hood and liftgate must be closed, and the driver’s seat belt
must be fastened.
The AUTO HOLD indicator on the Instrument Cluster
has four states:
White: Standby - With vehicle at a standstill and AUTO
HOLD button B pressed ON, the indicator will illuminate white. While driving the vehicle
(vehicle is not at a standstill), the Auto Hold indicator will remain white.
Green: Engaged - When coming to a complete stop by depressing the brake pedal, the
Auto Hold indicator changes from white to green.
Off (not illuminated) - The indicator will turn off when the AUTO HOLD
button B is manually pressed off or when the EPB is manually turned on.
Yellow: Malfunction - When the indicator is illuminated yellow, there may
be a system malfunction. Take your vehicle to a local Kia dealer.
REMINDERS:
•
Auto Hold only operates when vehicle is in Drive or Neutral
•
To reduce the risk of an accident, do not activate Auto Hold while driving downhill, backing up or parking your vehicle
•
Do not solely rely on the Auto Hold system to keep the vehicle stopped. Always pay attention to traf fic and road conditions, and be prepared to depress the brakes
Refer to page 4 for location of Instrument Cluster indicators.
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
(Type B shown. Located below gear shift)
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)*
The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system utilizes an electric
motor to engage the parking brake.
Applying the Parking Brake
Depress the brake pedal and pull up the EPB switch A. Ensure
that the indicator light is illumin ted on the instrument cluster.
If parked on a steep incline/decline, pull up the EPB switch for
more than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB application.
Releasing the Parking Brake
The EPB will automatically release when the shifter is placed in
Reverse or Drive. To release EPB manually, depress the brake
pedal, then press the EPB switch A, with the ignition switch in
the ON position. Ensure that the indicator light is O F F.
•When leaving your keys with parking lot attendants or valet, make sure to inform them how to operate the EPB
•Pull up and hold EPB switch a second time to increase brake pressure if parked on a decline or incline
QUICK TIPS
Auto Hold*
REMINDERS:
•
As a bulb check, the EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned ON
•
If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily, or continues to remain lit, take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked
•The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving
•
A click or electric brake motor sound may be heard while operating or releasing the EPB, but these conditions are normal and indicate that the EPB is functioning properly
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
AB
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QR CODE
Electric Parking Brake Video
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CENTER PANEL
CENTER PANEL
Downhill Brake Control (DBC)†8AWD (All-Wheel Drive) Lock*
DBC helps drivers maneuver down steep hills by automatically applying
braking inputs, allowing drivers to concentrate on steering.
Press button A to turn DBC ON/OFF.
When you select AWD LOCK mode (indicator is illuminated) by pressing the
AWD LOCK button B, the AWD LOCK mode increases the drive power when
driving on wet pavement, snow-covered roads and/or on unpaved roads.
• This mode is used for climbing or descending sharp grades, driving on
unpaved roads, driving on sandy and muddy roads, etc., to improve traction
• This mode automatically begins to deactivate at speeds above 38 mph
and is shifted to AWD AUTO mode at speeds above 38 mph. If the vehicle
decelerates to speeds below approximately 38 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.
The AWD system is a supplemental system only. It is the driver’s responsibility to drive carefully depending on road and traffic conditions. Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.(Type A shown. Located below gear shift)
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•When on, DBC will turn OFF when button is pressed again or vehicle speed is over 38 mph
•If the red indicator illuminates, the DBC system may have malfunctioned. Take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked
QUICK TIPS
REMINDER: DBC defaults to OFF when ignition is cycled.
The DBC system is a supplemental system and does not replace the need for the driver to apply the brakes. Pay attention to road and traffic conditions and be prepared to depress the brakes.
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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B