2023 KIA FORTE climate control

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Contents
01 System overview
Component names and functions 1-2
Turning on/off the system 1-6
Using the touch screen 1-8
Using the Home screen 1-11
Accessing the All Menus screen 1-14
Using the split screen 1-15
02 Useful functions
Using the First Run Setup 2-2
Using the phone projection function 2-4
Viewing the driving assistance screen 2-9
Using the climate control function 2-14
Using the rear-seat climate control function 2-15
Using the rear-seat conversation mode 2-17
Using the rear-seat view 2-18
Using the rear-seat quiet mode 2-19
Using the sound mood lamp 2-20
Playing Sounds of Nature 2-21
Using the HD Radio Data 2-22
Viewing the driving information 2-25
Viewing notifications 2-26
Using the Valet mode 2-27

Useful functions
Using the First Run Setup
Using the phone projection function
Viewing the driving assistance screen Using the climate control function
Using the rear-seat climate control function Using the rear-seat conversation mode Using the rear-seat view
Using the rear-seat quiet mode Using the sound mood lamp Playing Sounds of NatureUsing the HD Radio Data
Viewing the driving information Viewing notifications
Using the Valet mode
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Using the climate control function (if equipped)
You can check and adjust the climate system settings on the screen.
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For more information about how to use the heater and air conditioner, refer to Owner's
Manual of the vehicle.

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When you manipulate the climate control system while using the product, the climate
settings appear on the upper part of the screen (if equipped).

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
1 Perform any of the following methods:
•Press the [
CLIMATE] button on the climate control system.
•On the All Menus screen, press Climate.
2 Select and then change the settings.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Shows the set temperature for the driver's seat.
c c Shows the set temperature for the passenger seat.
d d Shows the current airflow direction.
e e Shows the current fan speed.
f f Shows whether the automatic temperature control function is on or off.
g g Shows whether the A/C is on or off.
h h Shows whether the SYNC function, which syncs the driver's seat temperature with the
passenger seat temperature, is on or off.
i i Configure specific climate control function settings.

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Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
j j Shows the outside temperature of the vehicle.

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k k 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.
•User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to the
online user manual for the system.

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The temperature of the climate system can be adjusted by 1 ℉ increments. When the
temperature is set to the lower limit or upper limit, "LOW" or "HIGH" appears on the
screen.

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Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Using the rear-seat climate control function
(if equipped)
You can check or set the rear-seat climate status on the system screen.
1 Perform any of the following methods:
•Press the [
REAR] button on the climate control system.
•On the All Menus screen, press Rear Climate.

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2 Select and then change the settings.
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For automatic temperature control
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For manual temperature control
a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Configure specific climate control function settings.
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Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
c c Can set the inside temperature.
d d Can adjust the air direction.
e e Can adjust the fan speed.
f f Turn on the AUTO mode. If you change the climate control status using another
button, the AUTO mode automatically turns off.
g g Shows the outside temperature of the vehicle.
h h 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.
• Climate Settings
: Configure specific climate control function settings (if equipped).
•User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to
the online user manual for the system.

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

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When you use a command starting with "Find," the system searches for locations within
the state or province where your vehicle is currently located. To search for locations in
another state or province, say the state or province name first and then say the location
you want.

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Some commands, such as "Cancel Route " or "Show Route," are available only when a
destination is set.
Radio commands
Command Function
FM <87.5 to 107.9> Turn on the FM radio with that frequency.
AM <530 to 1710> Turn on the AM radio with that frequency.
SiriusXM <0 to 999> Turn on the SiriusXM radio with that channel number.
Tune to SiriusXM
<0 to 999> Tune on the SiriusXM radio with that channel number.
Tune to
Turn on the SiriusXM radio with that channel name.

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Some commands are recognizable in English only.

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Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and f\
unctions.
Vehicle control commands (if equipped)
Command Function
Climate On/Off Turn on or off the climate control.
Air Conditioner
On/Off Can turn on or off the air conditioner.
Heat On/Off Can turn on or off the heater.
Fan High/Low Used to set the fan level.
Set Fan to windshield/
Face/Feet Used to set the air direction.
Warmer/Cooler Set the climate control temperature.
Open/Close all windows Open or close all windows.
Open/Close the
windows Open or close the driver-side window.
Open/Close the
passenger's window Open or close the passenger-side window.

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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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ÝWarning
•Even though the vehicle is equipped the Parking Safety system, be sure to check any
obstacles in the surroundings while driving. Relying on the Parking Safety system may
cause an accident. Accordingly, be sure to control the vehicle by your judgment.
•When the sensors cannot detect any obstacles due to the detection limit, it may cause an
accident. Be sure to always check the surroundings while parking.
Drive Mode (if equipped)
You can change the vehicle settings for driving conditions.
Option A
Option B (EV only)

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
ECO (EV only)
This is a drive mode for increasing the vehicle's fuel efficiency. You can change the climate
control mode, the active coast energy regeneration level, and speed limit settings.
NORMAL (EV only)
This is a drive mode focused on the driver and passenger's comfort. You can change the
climate control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.