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Using the Siri Eyes Free
When you connect an Apple device that is compatible with Siri to your system via Bluetooth,
you can use the Siri Eyes Free. This allows you to perform the functions on your system and
Apple device with voice commands so that you can devote your attention to driving.
First, make sure that your Apple device supports Siri and that you have activated Siri.
1 Connect your Apple device to your system via Bluetooth.
2 On the steering wheel, press and hold the Voice Recognition button.
3 On the Siri screen, press Speak.
4 Say a command.

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You can perform the functions related to Bluetooth calls on the system and other
functions on your Apple device.

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Press the Voice Recognition button to restart Siri.
5 To end Siri, press and hold the Voice Recognition button on the steering
wheel.

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Apple devices may have different functions enabled and may vary in the way how they
respond to Siri commands, depending on the device type and iOS version.

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Checking maintenance service intervals (if equipped)
You can see information about the intervals for the last and next maintenance services. This
feature can help you maintain your vehicle on a regular basis.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Kia Connect >
Maintenance.
2 Check the maintenance information.

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You can see the distance driven and the number of days remaining before the
vehicle should receive maintenance again. Use the information to determine when to
perform the next maintenance service.

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To reset the information, press Reset.

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To access the online user's manual on the Maintenance screen, press >
User's
Manual on Web (QR Code) and then scan the displayed QR code.
Contacting the Kia Connect Center
You can contact a Kia Connect Center representative directly to request help or make
inquiries about using the Kia Connect services.

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The UVO service name has been changed to Kia Connect.
Perform any of the following methods:
On the All Menus screen, press Kia Connect
>
Virtual Assistant.
 Press the button on the vehicle.

l (2 Button Type) : Press the [] button on the vehicle.

l l (3 Button Type) : Press the [] button on the vehicle.

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The exact appearance or position of the button may differ depending on the vehicle
model and specifications.

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To end a call, press the button in the vehicle again or press End on the screen.

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This feature is not available during a Bluetooth call.

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Configuring the device connections settings
(Type1)
You can manage Bluetooth devices or configure their operation settings. You can also
activate the phone projection so that you can control the smartphone Apps on the system
screen after connecting the smartphone to the system.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Device Connections.
The device connection 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.
Bluetooth
You can register or delete a Bluetooth device for the system and connect or disconnect a
registered device. You can also configure operation settings such as notifications, messages,
and other settings for Bluetooth devices.

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For more information on how to use the Bluetooth functions: > see "Connecting a Bluetooth
device."

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Some setting options appear when a smartphone is connected to the system.

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To edit or delete a message, park the vehicle at a safe place and access the messaging
function on your smartphone. You cannot edit or delete a message from the system.

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When an iPhone is connected to the system, there are some restrictions when receiving
messages as follows:

Only the sender name appears when the sender information is saved.

Only the phone number appears when the sender information is not saved.

You cannot use the auto-reply message function.

When the incoming message notification or lock-screen view option is off, messages
cannot be received.

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The message reader function may not be supported depending on the system language.

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Bluetooth Connections
You can register or delete a Bluetooth device from the system and connect or disconnect a
registered device.
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You can add one Bluetooth hands-free kit or up to two Bluetooth audio devices.
Auto Connection Priority
Set the priority order for automatic Bluetooth connection to the system when it turns on.

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On the device list, press
on the right and drag the item to reposition.
Message Notification
Set to receive message notifications.

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This option may not be available in some phone models.
Predefined Messages
Edit message templates for quick replies.

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This option may not be available in some phone models.
Bluetooth Voice Prompts
Set whether to hear voice prompts for events related to Bluetooth connections.
Privacy Mode
Enable or disable Privacy Mode. Hide data including contacts and call history from showing
up on the system screen to protect privacy.
Bluetooth System Info
You can see and edit the Bluetooth information of the system.
Reset
You can delete all registered Bluetooth devices and initialize Bluetooth settings. All data for
Bluetooth devices are also deleted.

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Android Auto
You can activate the Android Auto function to pair your Android smartphone with the system.
Apple CarPlay
You can activate the Apple CarPlay function to pair your iPhone with the system.
Configuring the device connections settings
(Type2)
You can manage Bluetooth devices or configure their operation settings. You can also
activate the phone projection so that you can control the smartphone Apps on the system
screen after connecting the smartphone to the system.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Device Connections.
The device connection settings screen appears.
2 Configure the settings required:

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Press >
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.

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Device Connections
You can register or delete a Bluetooth device from the system and connect or disconnect a
registered device.
AYou can add one Bluetooth hands-free kit or up to two Bluetooth audio devices.

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On the device list, press
on the right and drag to reposition set the priority order.
Message Notification
Set to receive message notifications.
AThis option may not be available in some phone models.

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Predefined Messages
Edit message templates for quick replies.
AThis option may not be available in some phone models.
Bluetooth Voice Prompts
Set whether to hear voice prompts for events related to Bluetooth connections.
Privacy Mode
Enable or disable Privacy Mode. Hide data including contacts and call history from showing
up on the system screen to protect privacy.

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Bluetooth System Info
You can see and edit the Bluetooth information of the system.
Phone Projection Settings
You can activate the phone projection connection function to pair your smartphone with the
system.
Android Auto
You can activate the Android Auto function to pair your Android smartphone with the system.
Apple CarPlay
You can activate the Apple CarPlay function to pair your iPhone with the system.