2023 KIA SORENTO smart

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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

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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 .

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To use the functions on your smartphone with the minimized system settings, update the
smartphone OS to the latest version.

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

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

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

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Avoid interacting with the smartphone while using Apple CarPlay.

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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)

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Surround View Monitor (if equipped)
You can check the surroundings by using multiple cameras on the vehicle.
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Use the +/- button on the right of the screen to zoom in or out.
Viewing the surround view while driving
1 In order to see the surround view, press the [] or [] button.
The system displays both the front view and surround view.

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The surround view monitor function operates only when any of the following
conditions are met.

The driving speed is below 6 mph or 9 mph with the shift position in "D" (Drive) (if
equipped).

The vehicle is stationary and the shift position is in "D" (Drive) or \
"N" (Neutral).

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You can use Remote Smart Parking Assist by long pressing the [
] button. For more
information, refer to the owner's manual that is separately provided (if equipped).
2 Press the icon to get a view in the desired direction.
Icon Description
Displays the zoom-in front top view and top view.
Displays the front wide view and top view (default).
Displays the front blind spot view and top view.
Displays 3D and top views of the vehicle surroundings (if equipped).
Displays the surround view settings.

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When any door or trunk (tailgate) is open or outside rear view mirrors are folded, an
alert icon appears on the screen.

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To turn off the surround view screen, press the [
] or [] button.

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Using the Valet mode (if equipped)
Use the Valet mode to protect your personal information and view the vehicle information.
Valet mode protects your personal information by disabling control using the screen or
buttons. Vehicle information created during valet mode can be viewed from the Kia Connect
App.
The following vehicle-related data can be viewed from the Kia Connect App.
Valet mode start time
Engine off time
Driving distance/hours and maximum vehicle speed after valet mode activa\
tion

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To use Valet mode, make sure you install the Kia Connect App on your smartphone and
sign up for the Kia Connect Service. Use either Google Play Store or App Store (depending
on your smartphone model) to download and install the Kia Connect App and sign up for
the Kia Connect Service.
> See "Subscribing to the service."
1 On the All Menus screen, press Valet Mode.

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To access the online user's manual on the Valet Mode screen, press >
User's
Manual on Web (QR Code) and then scan the displayed QR code.
2 Enter a password to turn on the valet mode.
Your personal information is protected, as control using the screen or buttons is disabled.

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To turn off valet mode, enter the password you set when turning on the mode.

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It is not possible to turn off Valet mode if you enter your password incorrectly five
times in succession. If this occurs and you want to turn off Valet mode, use the
Kia Connect App to reset your Valet mode password. Alternatively, contact the Kia
Connect Center (844-886-9411) for assistance.

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2 Turn on Bluetooth on the Bluetooth device to connect and select the
vehicle system on the list of searched devices.

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The system's Bluetooth name can be seen on the Add New Device window.
3 Check that the authentication code on the Bluetooth device screen
matches the one on the system screen and approve the connection on
the device.
4 When your smartphone is using Bluetooth communication, to download
contacts from the phone to the system or use the text message
notification, allow access to your phone.

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Access is only required to use Bluetooth calling. There will be no access request when
you connect an audio device.

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After the access request is approved, it may take a while until the Bluetooth connection is
completed. As soon as the Bluetooth connection is completed, the Bluetoo\
th connection
indicator icon appears at the top of the screen.

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Access to data can be enabled or disabled by using the Bluetooth Settings menu on the
mobile phone. For more details, refer to the mobile phone's user manual.

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You cannot register another device while operating a Bluetooth device.

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In order not to use the automatic Bluetooth connection, turn off the Bluetoot\
h function
on the device. To use this function again, turn on the Bluetooth function on the device.

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You can add Bluetooth devices up to 6.

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Using functions during a call
During a call, the following screen appears.
Press to use the available options.
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a a Returns to the previous step.
b b Used to turn on or off the microphone mute function.
c c Can adjust the microphone volume.
d d Displays or hides the dial pad screen.
e e Used to switch the call to the mobile phone. This option may not be avai\
lable in some
phone models.
f f Used to end a call.
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.
Privacy Mode: Activate privacy mode to protect personal data. The data downloaded
from the mobile phone stays hidden while this mode is on.
Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

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If you set the microphone volume too high, the other party may have a difficulty
understanding you due to noise or echoing, depending on their mobile pho\
ne and
surroundings. Setting the volume to 30 or lower is recommended.

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When the caller is in the contact list, the caller's name and phone number of the caller are
displayed. Otherwise, only the phone number appears.

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During a call with a Bluetooth connection, you cannot switch to another \
screen such as
Radio/Media mode.

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Depending on the phone model, the call volume of the other party may dif\
fer.

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Depending on the phone model, the smartphone number may not appear.

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The auto-reply messaging may not be available depending on the smartphone model.

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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.

When the sender information is not saved, only the phone number appears.\

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.
Sending a text by using the voice recognition
When you connect your mobile device to the system via Bluetooth, contacts from the device
are downloaded to the system so you can text a message to a contact by using the voice
recognition.

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To call using voice recognition, there must be contacts stored on the system.

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It is available only when the Kia Connect service is active.
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 message screen, press .
3 When a guiding beep is heard, say the message.
The system sends the text to the selected contact.

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3 To end the voice recognition, perform one of the following methods:
In standby mode for voice recognition, say "
Exit".
On the voice recognition screen, press
Exit.
On the steering wheel, press and hold the Voice Recognition button.

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When the Voice Recognition button is pressed in standby mode for voice recognition,
the standby time is extended.

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When the voice recognition is not available, press the Voice Recognition button on
the steering wheel and use the voice recognition on your smartphone via phone
projection.
> See "Using the phone projection function."
Voice recognition screen
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a a According to voice recognition, the icons for voice recognition, voice guidance, and
command process appear.
b b The recognized voice command appears in text.
c c Shows the representative voice command.
d d Ends the voice recognition.
e e Displays the voice recognition help.
f f The list of menu items appears.
 Split Screen: Can turn on or off the split screen mode.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle and specifications.

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Using voice recognition via phone projection
Use the voice recognition function on your smartphone via phone projection. > See "Using the
phone projection function."
Adjusting the voice guidance volume
When voice recognition mode is on, you can adjust the volume by using either the volume
button on the steering wheel or the volume knob.
Viewing available voice commands
Turn on voice recognition mode and then say "All functions" to view all commands that are
available for use.

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The All functions screen can be controlled by touch only and does not recognize voice
commands.

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To redirect to the Voice Recognition screen, press the Voice Recognition button.

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Press Exit to end voice recognition.

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Some functions may not be supported depending on the vehicle's options.
AThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle and specifications.