2023 KIA FORTE warning

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Making a call via Bluetooth
You can connect a Bluetooth device with the hands-free function to use a Bluetooth phone.
The Bluetooth connection allows you to view call details directly from the system screen, and
to make calls safely and easily use your vehicle microphone and speaker.
ÝWarning
•Park the vehicle at a safe place before connecting your mobile phone. It may take the
driver attention off the road and cause a traffic accident which can result in damages,
injuries, and/or death.
•While driving, do not make a call by dialing a phone number or do not pick up your phone
to talk. Distraction by the use of a mobile phone may cause you not to recognize traffic
flow around and not to cope with unexpected situations. As a result, a traffic accident
may occur. If necessary, use the Bluetooth hands-free function and make the call as short
as possible.
Dialing from the recent call list
Make calls directly from call history of your mobile device.
When you connect your mobile device and system over Bluetooth, the list of recent calls from
the device will be downloaded to the system and you can call them again by selecting them
from the system screen. Your vehicle has a built-in microphone and speaker that make using
mobile phones safe and easy.
1 Perform any of the following methods:
•On the All Menus screen, press Phone.
•On the steering wheel, press the Call button.
2 On the Bluetooth Call screen, press .
3 Choose a name from the list.
The system dials the selected number.

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You can also move to a desired number by using the Move lever/button on the
steering wheel without pressing on the screen.

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d d Use the index to quickly find the contact you are looking for.
e e Make a phone call using voice recognition. > See "Dialing with voice recognition."
f f Find and connect other Bluetooth devices.
g g The list of menu items appears.
• Display Off: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or
briefly press the power button.
•Download: Download the list of contacts from the connected mobile device.
•Search: Search contacts by entering a name or a phone number.
•Privacy Mode: Activate privacy mode to protect personal data. The data downloaded
from the mobile phone stays hidden while this mode is on.
•Change Device: Find and connect other Bluetooth devices.
•Device Connections Settings: Can change the Bluetooth settings.
•User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to the
online user manual for the system.
•Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

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The displayed name may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Dialing using the dial pad
Enter a phone number using the dial pad to make a call.
When you connect your mobile device to the system via Bluetooth, you can enter and dial a
phone number from the system screen, without interacting with the device. Your vehicle has
a built-in microphone and speaker that make using mobile phones safe and easy.
ÝWarning
Do not manually dial a call while driving. Distraction by the use of a mobile phone may cause
you not to recognize traffic flow around and not to cope with unexpected situations. As a
result, a traffic accident may occur.
1 Perform any of the following methods:
•On the All Menus screen, press Phone.
•On the steering wheel, press the Call button.
2 On the Bluetooth Call screen, press .

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Accepting an incoming call over Bluetooth
The system screen alerts you when you receive a call while connected using Bluetooth.
Perform any of the following methods:
•Press
Accept on the screen.
•On the steering wheel, press the Call button.
ÝWarning
•Park the vehicle at a safe place before connecting your mobile phone. It may take the
driver attention off the road and cause a traffic accident which can result in damages,
injuries, and/or death.
•Do not talk on your mobile device while driving. Distraction by the use of a mobile phone
may cause you not to recognize traffic flow around and not to cope with unexpected
situations. As a result, a traffic accident may occur. If necessary, use the Bluetooth hands-
free function and make the call as short as possible.

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If your mobile phone is connected to the system and you make a call whil\
e stepping out
of the vehicle, the call may be heard through the vehicle's speakers. To disconnect the
call, disable the Bluetooth connection on the system or turn off the Bluetooth function on
the mobile phone.
Rejecting a call
Perform any of the following methods:
•Press
Reject on the screen.
•On the steering wheel, press the End Call button (if equipped).
•On the steering wheel, press and hold the Call button (if equipped).

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To reject by sending a call-reject message, press Message. From the list, select the call-
reject message and press Send.

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The call-reject or auto-reply message may not be supported in some phone models.

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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 UVO 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 UVO Center for roadside assistance and receive the service for vehicle towing.
Perform any of the following methods:
•On the All Menus screen, press UVO
>
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 UVO >
Calendar.

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

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

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•Search: Can see the weather information by searching for an address.
•Forecast: Can see the weather information for today or the next 3 days.
•User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to the
online user manual for the system.
•Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
Diagnosing the vehicle
If you are curious about whether or not there is a problem with your vehicle, you can
diagnose your vehicle. With the diagnosis result, you can also reserve a maintenance service.
1 Park your vehicle in a safe location.

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The vehicle must be stationary because some components cannot be diagnos\
ed
while driving.
2 On the All Menus screen, press UVO >
Vehicle Diagnostics.
Remote vehicle diagnosis starts.

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Keep the screen on until the diagnosed result appears. When you switch to another
screen during diagnosis, the diagnosis service is canceled.
3 See the diagnosis results and perform a required function, as follows:
•To schedule a maintenance service at a preferred Kia dealership or the nearest one,
press
Schedule Service.
•To call the UVO center for roadside assistance, press Roadside Assist.
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A diagnosis result provided by this service is only an estimated result based on the signals
from your vehicle. Visit a Kia dealership for a detailed diagnosis.

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When a critical diagnostics issue is detected on your vehicle, an automa\
tic diagnosis
starts when a warning light illuminates on the instrument cluster. You are notified of the
diagnosis result.

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Your preferred dealership must be registered on owners.kia.com for you to schedule a
maintenance service with it.

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Configuring the vehicle settings (Type1)
(if equipped)
You can configure the functions for driving and related environments.
ÝWarning
Make sure you stop the vehicle before changing settings to ensure safety.
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Vehicle settings can be changed only when the vehicle is on.

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Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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Depending on the climate control system, some functions may not be supported.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Vehicle.
The vehicle settings screen appears.
2 Configure the settings required:

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Press Menu >
Search for Settings or press and enter a keyword to search for a
setting item. You can also search for a setting item by voice.
Head-Up Display (if equipped)
You can set to use the head-up display that displays information such as driving speed and
road-related information while driving.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Enable Head-Up Display (if equipped)
Can determine whether or not to use the head-up display.
Display Control (if equipped)
Adjust the height, rotation, and brightness of the head-up display.
Content Selection (if equipped)
Select the items to display on the head-up display.

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Speedometer (if equipped)
Can set the driving speed items and colors to display on the head-up display.
Driver Assistance (if equipped)
You can set to use various systems that assist the driver for safety.
AThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications. Refer to the car
owner's manual for details of the function.
ÝWarning
•Be sure to always check the road conditions while driving. The Driver Assistance system
helps you drive safely and conveniently. Relying solely on the function may cause violation
of traffic rules and regulations, resulting in an accident.
•Be sure to control the vehicle by your judgment and keep traffic regulations for safety.
When the function is active, drive the vehicle with keeping eyes forward and checking the
surroundings.
•Not all warnings or functions are necessary when they are active, and they do not replace
the driver discretion under any circumstances. Stay focused on the road while driving.

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Driving Convenience (if equipped)
Sets the properties of Driving Convenience system.
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The Driving Convenience system operates based on the information from the navigation
system so you must use the system only when the navigation system operates properly.
•Highway Driving Assist: Assists driving in a highway according to the set speed and
distance to the leading vehicle while keeping the vehicle centered in the lane.

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The highway driving assist system operates only on a highway. When the vehicle exits
from the highway, the system is turned off automatically.
•Highway Auto Speed Zone Slowdown: Automatically decelerates in a highway speed
enforcement zone.

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The highway auto speed zone slowdown system operates only on a highway. When
the vehicle exits from the highway, the system is turned off automatically.

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It operates considering the speed cameras located on the selected route.
•Highway Auto Curve Slowdown: Automatically decelerates in a highway curve zone.

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It operates based on the curve zones on the route. When the destination is not set, it
operates based on the curve zones on the expected path.
Warning Timing (if equipped)
Sets the timing of the warning.
Warning Volume (if equipped)
Sets the volume of the warning sound.
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.
•Safety Notice Call: When abnormal driving is detected, a Connected Services Center
representative will call to check on your safety.
•Inattentive Driving Warning: Provides a warning when signs of driver inattentiveness
are detected, and recommends a rest if needed.