2023 KIA NIRO EV navigation system

1-4
Steering wheel remote control

A
The shape may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications. For more
information, see "Quick Reference Guide" that is separately provided.
Voice Recognition
button
(
)
 Press to start voice recognition.
Press and hold to start voice recognition of a connected
smartphone via phone projection. (The button's operation
may vary depending on smartphone specifications.)
MODE button
 Press the button repeatedly to change the system mode
(radio, media, etc.).
Press and hold the button to display the function settings
screen.
Volume lever/
button
(+/-)
 Adjust the volume.
Mute button
(
)
 Press the button to mute or unmute the volume (except
for navigation sound).
Press the button to pause or resume playback.
Move lever/
button
(
/)
 While listening to the radio, switch between the stations
on the preset list. Press and hold to search for a station.
While playing media, change the track/file. Press and hold
to rewind or fast forward (except for the Bluetooth audio
mode).
Option A
Call button
(
)
 Before connection of Bluetooth: Press to display the
Bluetooth connection window.
After connection of Bluetooth: Press to display the
recent calls list. To redial the last call number, press and
hold the button. When a call comes in, press to answer
the call.
During a Bluetooth call: Press to switch to Call Waiting.
Press and hold to switch between the system and
mobile phone.
End Call button
(
)
(if equipped)
 After connection of Bluetooth: When a call comes in,
press to reject the call.
During a Bluetooth call: Press to end a call.

2-5
Using the Android Auto
1 On the All Menus screen, press Android Auto.
2 Perform the desired function.
To run the functions for phone, music, or navigation on the smartphone, p\
ress the
corresponding app icon.

A
When you are using your smartphone′s navigation via phone projection, sounds
from both the system′s radio/media function and the navigation will be output
through your vehicle′s speakers. When you use the Volume knob while both
sounds are being output, the navigation volume is adjusted first.
To use the Google voice recognition, press and hold the Voice Recognition button on
the steering wheel.

A
By pressing the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel, you can run the media App on
your smartphone as well as the Radio/Media mode of the system.

A
To specify which functions to run when the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel is
pressed, press and hold the [ MODE] button to display the settings screen.

A
By pressing the Call button on the steering wheel, you can make a call via Bluetooth
connection.

A
When phone projection is active, you cannot change the phone projection settings. To
change the settings, remove the USB cable from your system.

A
The icons on the screen are subject to change according to the policy of Google
Corporation.

A
Apps or functions used through Android Auto are subject to change according to the
policy of Google Corporation. For supportable functions, visit the Android website at
https://www.android.com/auto.

A
To use the functions on your smartphone with the minimized system setting\
s, update the
smartphone OS to the latest version.

A
The recognition time may differ depending on the device type, firmware, and OS version.

A
Charges may apply for any mobile data used while Android Auto is running.

A
Some functions may not work properly depending on the network signal strength.

A
Avoid interacting with the smartphone while using Android Auto.

A
You cannot use the following functions when Android Auto is in use.

USB mode

Apple CarPlay

Searches using the control panel or the steering wheel remote control

2-7
Using the Apple CarPlay
1 On the All Menus screen, press Apple CarPlay.
2 Perform the desired function.
To run any of functions (phone, messaging, navigation, etc.) on your iP\
hone, press the
corresponding function icon.

A
When you are using your smartphone′s navigation via phone projection, sounds
from both the system′s radio/media function and the navigation will be output
through your vehicle′s speakers. When you use the Volume knob while both
sounds are being output, the navigation volume is adjusted first.
To run the Siri voice recognition, press and hold the Voice Recognition button on the
steering wheel.

A
By pressing the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel, you can run the media App on
your smartphone as well as the Radio/Media mode of the system.

A
To specify which functions to run when the [ MODE] button on the steering wheel is
pressed, press and hold the [ MODE] button to display the settings screen.

A
When you receive a call, press the Call button on the steering wheel to answer it.

A
When phone projection is active, you cannot change the phone projection settings. To
change the settings, remove the USB cable from your system.

A
Apps or functions used through Apple CarPlay are subject to change according to the
policy of Apple Corporation. For supportable functions, visit the Apple Corporation
website at http://www.apple.com/ios/carplay .

A
To use the functions on your smartphone with the minimized system setting\
s, update the
smartphone OS to the latest version.

A
The recognition time may differ depending on the device type, firmware, and OS version.

A
Charges may apply for any mobile data used while Apple CarPlay is running.

A
Some functions may not work properly depending on the network signal strength.

A
Avoid interacting with the smartphone while using Apple CarPlay.

A
You cannot use the following functions when Apple CarPlay is in use.

Bluetooth phone

USB mode

Android Auto

Browsing using the Search knob on the control panel (if equipped)

2-27
Viewing notifications (if equipped)
You can view Kia Connect notifications including the navigation and map update information.
A
Subscribe to Kia Connect to check the function.
> See "Subscribing to the service."
1 On the All Menus screen, press Notifications.
2 Select to view the item.
ca
b
a a Returns to the previous step.
b b View the list of received notifications. Select from the list to view details.

A
Important notifications are marked with
next to the title.

A
You cannot display notification details while driving. Stop the vehicle first to view
notifications.
c c 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.
 Show Notification Popup: Set to display notifications upon receipt in a pop-up.
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.

2-32
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.
 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.
Searching for nearby charging stations
When you want to drive beyond the drivable range, you can search for charging stations
within the range and start route guidance to a selected charging station.
1 On the Range screen, press List.

A
On the All Menus screen, press Navigation Menu >
POI Categories >
EV Charging
Stations or to search for nearby charging stations.
2 Select the region to search on the left of the screen and then select the
desired charging station on the right.

A
To see the desired charging station, press Filter and then select the charging type
and brand.

A
When the station data is received in real time, the menu function changes to real-time
charging stations.

A
To set a charging stations as a favorite, press
to the right of its name. When a
frequently visiting place is set as a favorite, you can easily search the location from the
Favorite Stations menu.
3 Check the location of the destination and then press Set as Destination.
4 Select a route and press Start Guidance.

A
Depending on the third-party service provider, information for some charging stations
may differ.

2-40
Configuring the EV settings (EV only)
You can set to display the warning message when the remaining battery amount is low for
the destination and you can also see the drivable distance. In winter, you can also set to
increase the battery temperature in advance.
1 On the Electric Vehicle screen, press EV Settings.
2 Select and then change the settings.

A
Available options may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

A
To access the online user's manual on the EV Settings screen, press
>
User's
Manual on Web (QR Code) and then scan the displayed QR code.
Winter Mode
 Winter Mode: Can increase the battery temperature in advance to enhance the charging
and driving performance when scheduling charge or climate controls in winter. This
decreases the drivable distance because it causes to drain the battery faster.
Warning
Range Warning: When the destination is beyond your reach with the remaining battery
amount during route guidance, the range warning appears.
EV Route
Show on the Map: When the destination is guided using the navigation system, the
drivable range under the remaining battery amount appears on the route. The drivable
range appears in blue, the range beyond reach appears in gray, and the icon to search for
charging stations also appears.

2-44
i i Can see the status icons for charging stations (if equipped).
A
Subscribe to Kia Connect to check the function.
j j Zooms out the map.
k k The list of menu items appears (if equipped).
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.
Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.
Searching for nearby charging stations
When you want to drive beyond the drivable range, you can search for charging stations
within the range and start route guidance to a selected charging station.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Navigation Menu
>
POI Categories >

EV Charging Stations to search for nearby charging stations.
2 Select the region to search on the left of the screen and then select the
desired charging station on the right.

A
To see the desired charging station, press Filter and then select the charging type
and brand.

A
To set a charging stations as a favorite, press
to the right of its name. When a
frequently visiting place is set as a favorite, you can easily search the location from the
Favorite Stations menu.
3 Check the location of the destination and then press Set as Destination.

A
When there are previous destinations, press Change Destination >
Yes .

A
Depending on the third-party service provider, basic information or status information on
some charging stations may differ.

5-2
Navigation functions
Navigation Menu overview
You can use the navigation system conveniently through various functions on the Navigation
Menu screen.
Perform any of the following methods:
On the All Menus screen, press Navigation Menu.
On the control panel, press the [
NAV] button.
an
c
m
defgh
ijkl
b
a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Customize the navigation settings.
c c Search for a location by entering various types of keywords such as place name and
address.
> See " Searching by keyword."
d d Search for a location by using the point of interest (POI) categories. > See "Searching for
nearby points of interest(POI)."
e e Select one of the destinations you entered previously. > See " Searching from previous
destinations."
f f Select one of the locations stored in your saved places. > See " Using saved favorite places."
g g Search for Kia Dealerships easily. > See "Searching for Kia Dealerships."
h h Cancel guidance to the destination. > See "Canceling the route guidance."
i i View information on the entire route to the destination.
j j Edit the waypoints on the way to the destination. > See "Editing the route."
k k Reroute by changing the route search option. > See "Changing the route search option."
l l You can check accident and construction zone alerts on the map. > See " Viewing traffic
Information."