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Recording a voice memo
1 On the Voice Memo screen, press .
It starts recording a voice memo.
2 When recording is finished, press on the screen or press the End
Call button on the steering wheel.
The voice memo is automatically saved.

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To adjust the recording sound volume during voice recording, drag the control bar.

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To temporarily stop recording, press
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When recording starts, the other audio functions are muted or playback is paused.

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When you make or receive a call while recording, the recording is paused.

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When you make an emergency call or you are connected to an emergency call
after airbag deployment, the recording is stopped and the recorded voice memo is
automatically saved.
Playing a voice memo
You can select and play a recorded voice memo.
From the list of Voice Memos, press the desired voice memo.

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

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To use the calendar, 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."

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

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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 dis\
play.
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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Forward Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Forward Safety system.
Active Assist: Provides a warning and vehicle control when a risk of forward collision is
detected.
ÝWarning
This function is only a supplemental function and it is not intended to,\
nor does it replace
the need for extreme care and attention of the driver. The sensing range and objects
detectable by the sensors are limited. Pay attention to the road conditions at all times.
Warning Only: Provides a warning when a risk of forward collision is detected.
Off: Disables the Forward Safety functions.
Lane Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Lane Safety system.
Lane Keeping Assist: Automatically assists with steering to help prevent the vehicle from
leaving the lane.
ÝWarning
Lane Keeping Assist is a supplementary function for safe driving and doe\
s not replace
driving. It is the responsibility of the driver to always be aware of the surroundings and
steer the vehicle.

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When the lanes are not recognized well by front view camera, always check the
surroundings because Lane Keeping Assist may not work properly.
Lane Departure Warning: Provides a warning when the vehicle leaves the lane without
operating the turn signal switch.
Off: Disables the Lane Safety functions.
Blind-Spot Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Blind-Spot Safety system.
Blind-Spot View: Displays the blind-spot view in the cluster when operating the turn
signal switch.
Safe Exit Assist: Provides a warning and door control when an approaching vehicle is
detected in the vehicle's blind spot.

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ÝWarning
Safe Exit Assist may not operate properly when a vehicle is coming rapidly two lanes
over from your vehicle or a vehicle is approaching at a fast speed from the rear in the
lane next to your vehicle.
Safe Exit Assist may not operate properly if there is any vehicle or obstacle at the rear
area of your vehicle.
Safe Exit Assist may be activated later than normal or may not operate properly if a
vehicle is approaching fast from the rear of your vehicle.
Safe Exit Assist may not operate when the Blind-Spot Safety system malfunctions as
follows:

The warning message of the Blind-Spot Safety system appears on the instr\
ument
cluster.

The sensors of the Blind-Spot Safety system are contaminated or covered.

The Blind-Spot Safety system does not generate warning or generates a wrong
alert.
 Active Assist: Provides a warning and vehicle control when a risk of blind-spot collision is
detected.
ÝWarning
Always be aware of road conditions while driving and be alert for unexpected situations
even though Blind-Spot Collision Warning and Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist are
operating.
Warning Only: Provides a warning when a risk of blind-spot collision is detected.
Off: Disables Blind-Spot Safety function.
Parking Safety (if equipped)
Sets the properties of the Parking Safety systems.
Surround View Monitor Auto On: Automatically activates Surround View Monitor when
Parking Distance Warning is active (if equipped).
Parking Distance Warning Auto On: Automatically activates Parking Distance Warning
when traveling at low speeds.
Rear Cross-Traffic Safety: Provides a warning when a risk of rear cross-traffic collision is
detected while reversing. It provides vehicle control to avoid collision, depending on the
vehicle model and specifications.
Active Assist: Provides a warning and emergency braking when a risk of rear collision is
detected while reversing.
Warning Only: Provides a warning when a risk of rear collision is detected while backing
up.
Off: Disables Parking Safety functions.

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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.
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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.

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SPORT (EV only)
This drive mode enables a more dynamic driving performance. You can change the climate
control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.
Drive Mode Change Alert (if equipped)
You can set how to display the notification message when the drive mode is changed.
Detailed Alert: Displays a detailed notification message along with the vehicle image
when the drive mode is changed.
Simple Alert: Displays the notification at the top or on the split screen when the drive
mode is changed.
Off: When the drive mode changes, no notification is provided.
Reset ECO/NORMAL/SPORT (EV only)
You can reset the drive mode settings to the default values.

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The display may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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See how to improve ECO potential by pressing the Help button from an EV(Electric
Vehicle). In most cases, a vehicle can travel a longer distance when its ECO potential score
is higher (EV only).
Climate (if equipped)
You can configure the operation environment for climate control system.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Recirculate Air (if equipped)
You can set to keep the inside air pleasant by blocking inflow of outside air.
Activate upon Washer Fluid Use
: Sets to automatically switch to the inside air circulation
mode to prevent inflow of washer fluid scent when spraying washer fluid.