VOICE RECOGNITION
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Using Voice Recognition
Improve Bluetooth
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Voice Recognition (VR) performance
by making a few simple changes to your phone contacts:
• Use full names (first and last names) vs. short
or single-syllable names (“John Smith” vs. “Dad,”
“Smith Residence” vs. “Home”).
• Avoid using special characters, emojis, and hyphenated
names (@, &, #, /, -, *, +, etc.).
• Avoid using acronyms (“Emergency” vs. “ICE” or “In
Case of Emergency”) or words with all capital letters.
• Spell words completely; system will not recognize
abbreviations (“Doctor Smith” vs. “Dr. Smith”).
• Always wait for the beep before speaking
any commands.
• When using VR to place a call, speak in a natural,
moderate tone, with clear pronunciation. The system
may have trouble recognizing commands if you speak
too softly or too loudly.
• Open windows, sunroof, weather (wind/rain), or an
A/C fan operating at higher speeds can interfere with
VR accuracy.
• Your VR system may have difficulty understanding
some accents or uncommon names.
• Press the talk button and say “Help” to get a list of
available commands.
Pairing or Connecting Your Phone with Bluetooth
®
• Press the Phone hard key (if equipped) or “Call” button
on the steering wheel to begin the pairing process if
no phone has previously been paired.
• During the pairing process, please make sure you
accept all requests for phonebook download and
future auto-connection on your phone.
• To pair a second phone or subsequent phones, reference
the manuals and guides supplied with your Seltos as
steps vary by radio.
• If you experience any issues with auto-connection, try
the following:
• Reboot your phone (turn the phone off and then on).
• Update the phone operating system to the most
recently released version.
• Delete the phone from the list of Bluetooth
®
devices
on the UVO display
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and delete UVO from the list of
Bluetooth
®
devices on your phone, and re-pair.
• Ensure the phone has the Bluetooth
®
feature
activated.
• If some contacts are not downloading to the UVO
display, check to confirm that the contact has been
entered correctly and that it has been stored under
the categories (HOME, MOBILE, WORK, iPhone
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)
that are supported by the UVO display. Some
contact categories (MAIN, PAGER, OTHER) may not
be supported. If the number of contacts exceeds
the maximum number allowed on the UVO display,
contacts will be partially downloaded. Ensure that
only the “phone contact list” is selected for contact
download on your phone (not social media or email
contact lists as these contacts may not download
to the UVO display).
• Phone operating systems change frequently and some
phones may have varying compatibility levels with the
Bluetooth
®
system. For any questions regarding the
features of your vehicle, please contact your preferred
Kia dealer or contact Kia Consumer Assistance at
1-800-333-4542.
Other Bluetooth
®
Tips
• Bluetooth
®
reception is affected by carrier coverage
and is dependent on the phone.
• If streaming audio through Bluetooth
®
from a device,
ensure the listening volume on the device is turned up.
FEATURE VIDEOS
To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website:
https://www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
VEHICLE FEATURE TIPS
Many of the Tips presented below are covered in greater detail in the
Owner’s Manual, Multimedia System Manuals, Features and Functions
Guide, and Quick-Start Guide hangtag supplied with your new vehicle.
2021
SMARTPHONE CONNECTIVITY
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Apple CarPlay
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Your vehicle offers you effortless command of your compatible iPhone
®
when you connect through Apple
CarPlay
®
on your UVO display. This will enable you to make calls, send hands-free texts, access your
favorite music and apps, and get navigation help with Siri
®
voice control.
To connect Apple CarPlay, visit https://youtu.be/N1FQ1VqDt4A.
Android Auto
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Your vehicle allows you to connect to your compatible Android
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phone via Android Auto
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on your UVO display.
Through this feature, you can access music, your phone’s dialer, navigation help, and more with an intuitive
interface and voice commands. You can even access your phone through your steering wheel controls.
To connect Android Auto, visit https://youtu.be/QPV7y06-RJ4.
MULTIMEDIA USB PORT, POWER OUTLETS, AND USB CHARGER PORTS
Power Outlets
A
: Use the power outlets for mobile phones and other devices designed to
operate on a 12V (180W max.) power outlet.
Multimedia USB Port
B
: Use Multimedia USB port to connect USB audio devices and
smartphones.
USB Charger Port
C
: Devices can be recharged using a USB cable. The Engine Start/Stop
button needs to be in the ACC/ON/START position to operate the USB Charger Port.
Note: Devices will only charge while the vehicle is in ACC/ON/Start position.
If you encounter difficulty plugging in a compatible USB device, change the orientation of the device (may be upside down).
Always use the USB charging cable that has been certified by the device manufacturer. Use of aftermarket cables is NOT
recommended as they may impact functionality.
IDLE, STOP & GO (ISG) SYSTEM*
The ISG system is designed to help reduce fuel consumption by automatically shutting
down the engine when the vehicle is at a standstill.
When the ISG system is ON and the vehicle is at a standstill, the engine will stop, and the
AUTO STOP indicator
on the instrument cluster will illuminate green.
When the ISG system is ON and the vehicle is at a standstill, the engine may not stop
and the AUTO STOP indicator
on the instrument cluster will illuminate YELLOW.
This indicates the system is functional but not all enabling criteria have been met.
The engine will restart when the brake pedal is released or the shift lever is moved from
D (Drive) to the R (Reverse) position or to Manual Shift mode. When engine restarts, the
green AUTO STOP indicator on the instrument cluster will turn OFF.
To deactivate the ISG System, press the ISG OFF button
A
. If you press again, the system
will be activated. Please see the Owner’s Manual for details.
If the amber warning lamp is ON, the system is functional, but not all enabling criteria has
been met.
If the AUTO STOP indicator is continuously blinking yellow and the ISG button LED is ON,
please contact an authorized Kia dealer.
REMOTE START WITH KEY FOB*
You can start the vehicle using the remote start button
A
on the smart key.
To start the vehicle remotely:
• Lock the doors by pressing the door lock button within 32 feet (10 meters) distance
from the vehicle.
• Press the remote start button for over 2 seconds within 4 seconds after locking
the doors.
Press the remote start button once to turn off the vehicle.
If no further action for operation/driving the vehicle is taken, the vehicle will be turned
off 10 minutes after starting the vehicle remotely.
LANE FOLLOWING ASSIST (LFA) SYSTEM*
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The LFA system helps detect lane markers on the road with a front view camera at the
front windshield, and assists in maintaining the vehicle between lanes.
LFA Operation
When the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON or START position, Lane Following
Assist can be activated by pressing the button on the steering wheel.
Operating Conditions
When the system is activated, the indicator on the cluster will illuminate. The color of
the indicator will change depending on the condition of the LFA system.
• Green: The system is in the enabled state.
• White: The system is in the ready state.
LFA Activation
After LFA is activated, if the vehicle is within the lane and both lane markers are detected (lane color changes grey to white)
and there is no abrupt steering by the driver, indicator light will change from white to green. This indicates that the LFA
System is in the ENABLED state and the steering wheel will be able to be controlled.
• The indicator light changes from green to white when the control is temporarily canceled.
• When the system does not recognize the lane, or depending on the vehicle condition in front (presence of the vehicle,
driving status, etc.), the steering wheel is controlled restrictively. When the control of the steering wheel is stopped
temporarily, the activation indicator blinks in green and then changes to white.
Steering Assist
If the vehicle is inside the lane with both lanes detected by LFA, and there are not abrupt steering inputs made by the
driver, LFA changes into steering assist mode. The indicator light will come on green, and LFA helps the vehicle stay in line
by providing steering inputs. When steering inputs are not being provided, the indicator light will flash green and change to
white. Once LFA recognizes the lanes, the color of the lane on the screen will change from grey to white.
Warning Message
If you keep your hands off the wheel while driving with LFA in Steering Assist mode, the hands-off warning will be
triggered. If the driver keeps their hands off of the wheel even with the hands-off warning on, the steering assist is
temporarily deactivated automatically. If you activate the Smart Cruise Control* system with LFA released, the steering
assist will re-start.
LFA Malfunction
In the event of an LFA malfunction, you will receive this message in your instrument cluster: “Check Lane Following Assist
(LFA) system.” If you see this warning, please have your vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealership. The LFA malfunction
message can also appear during adverse road conditions such as rain, puddles, snow, dust, sand, etc.
Warnings:
• The LFA system is designed to help the vehicle stay in its detected lane. It is a supplemental system only and is not
a substitute for safe driving. Never rely solely on your LFA system.
• It is the driver’s responsibility to operate the steering wheel while driving.
• Do not turn the steering wheel hastily if the LFA system is activated.
DUAL-CLUTCH TRANSMISSION (DCT)*
Some Seltos vehicles are equipped with a DCT. The DCT gives the driving feel of a manual transmission, yet provides the
ease of a fully automatic transmission.
The following are unique driving tips of the Dual-Clutch Transmission:
To hold the vehicle stationary on an incline, the service brake or parking brake MUST be used or the gear shift MUST be
placed in the (P) Park position. If the vehicle is held stationary by applying the accelerator pedal, the transmission may
overheat, resulting in damage.
Avoid aggressive launches on steep grades as this may overheat the clutches.
A slight time lag may be experienced at takeoff from a standstill during aggressive acceleration.
If the clutches are overheating, an amber warning lamp
will be illuminated and a message displayed on the instrument
cluster. Should this occur, safely pull over and place the vehicle in Park (P) and idle the engine.
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LANE KEEPING ASSIST (LKA)*
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With the Engine Start/Stop button in the ON position, press the LKA button
A
to turn
the system ON or OFF. Once ON, the instrument cluster indicator will illuminate white.
It will remain white when vehicle is traveling slower than 40 mph and the system does
not detect the lane markers. When the LKA system detects the lane markers and can
assist the steering, the LKA icon will illuminate green.
If the LKA system detects that you are moving outside of your lane, the system may give an audible warning and display
an LDW (Lane Departure Warning) alert on the instrument cluster. If the vehicle continues to move outside of the lane, LKA
can provide steering inputs, trying to prevent the vehicle from moving outside its lane.
To switch between LKA modes (LKA and Lane Departure Warning), go to Vehicle Settings in the navigation unit or in the
instrument cluster settings menu.
All systems will operate under the following conditions:
• The vehicle exceeds approximately 40 mph.
• The vehicle is between the lane markers.
• The LKA system recognizes the lane the vehicle is traveling in.
Lane Keeping Assist – Provides an audible warning and can provide steering inputs when the system detects that you are
moving outside of your lane.
Lane Departure Warning – Only provides an audible alert and a visible alert on the instrument cluster. The system will not
provide steering inputs in this mode.
In addition there are 2 levels of sensitivity for the audible warning which is accessed in the settings menu: Normal and Late.
FORWARD COLLISION-AVOIDANCE ASSIST (FCA)*
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FCA is designed to help alert the driver and, under certain conditions, apply emergency braking
when rapidly approaching a vehicle that is slowing down, braking, or stopped. Initially, the FCA
provides Forward Collision Warning (FCW) when it detects a potential collision with a vehicle or
pedestrian in front by emitting an audible warning and visual alert on the instrument cluster
A
.
Adjust the alert settings (Active Assist, Warning Only, Off) in either the instrument cluster
or audio settings. FCA is ON by default and can be turned OFF in the Vehicle Settings* in the
audio control unit or instrument cluster settings menu.
If the system detects that the collision risk has increased, FCA can automatically apply the
brakes to reduce your speed, potentially helping to reduce the effects of a possible collision.
FCA/FCW will become active when the:
• Engine Start/Stop button is ON.
• Vehicle is traveling faster than 5 mph.
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is ON.
BLIND-SPOT COLLISION-AVOIDANCE ASSIST (BCA)*
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The BCA system uses radar sensors in the rear bumper to help alert the driver in certain
situations, such as if it detects an approaching vehicle in the driver’s blind spot area. The
system will activate when the vehicle is traveling faster than 20 mph and will alert the
driver if another vehicle is detected by the radar sensor.
To activate the BCA system, go to Vehicle Settings* in the audio control unit or
instrument cluster. Select Driver Assistance > Blind Spot Safety. Select Active Assist,
Warning Only or Off.
To set the initial warning activation time, go to Vehicle Settings in the audio control unit >
Driver Assistance > Warning Time. Select the Normal or the Later option.
With the Engine Start/Stop button in the ON position, press the BCA button to turn the system ON. The button light will
illuminate. The outside rearview mirror warning lights will also illuminate for 3 seconds.
Active Assist – When Active Assist is selected in the settings, BCA may activate the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and
temporarily apply braking power when an approaching vehicle is detected within a certain distance next to or behind the
vehicle. A warning message may appear on the Instrument Cluster LCD.
1st-stage alert: When another vehicle is detected within the BCA system warning boundary, a yellow indicator will
illuminate on the outside rearview mirrors.
2nd-stage alert: When 1st stage alert is on and the driver activates a turn signal, a flashing yellow indicator will
illuminate on the outside rearview mirrors and the system will sound an alert.
REAR CROSS-TRAFFIC COLLISION-AVOIDANCE ASSIST (RCCA)*
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If RCCA detects approaching vehicles from the rear-left or rear-right side of the vehicle, the
system will sound an audible warning, the warning indicators on the outside rearview mirrors
will illuminate, and a message will appear on the LCD Instrument Cluster. RCCA may activate
the Electronic Stability Control to help avoid an imminent collision. RCCA may temporarily
apply braking power when an approaching vehicle is detected within a certain distance next
to or behind the vehicle.
RCCA is designed to operate under the following conditions:
• When the gear shift is in Reverse.
• When the vehicle is moving slower than 6 mph.
SMART CRUISE CONTROL (SCC) WITH STOP & GO SYSTEM*
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The SCC with Stop & Go system is designed to maintain a speed and predetermined
distance from vehicles detected ahead by automatically adjusting the driving speed as
needed. When traffic is detected, the vehicle will slow down to maintain a set distance
behind traffic without depressing the accelerator or brake pedal.
With SCC on and activated, the vehicle-to-vehicle distance set, and when the system
detects a vehicle slowing or stopping, the system can bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
When the vehicle ahead starts to move forward, the SCC system re-engages. If the vehicle
ahead stops for more than 3 seconds, the accelerator pedal or the RES+ button must be
pressed to start moving the vehicle.
To set/adjust SCC speed:
• Press the CRUISE button
A
to turn the system ON. The CRUISE indicator will
illuminate on the instrument cluster.
• Accelerate/decelerate to the desired speed.
• Press (SET-) button
B
down to set speed. The SET indicator light will illuminate.
The set speed and vehicle-to-vehicle distance will illuminate on the LCD screen.
• Press (RES+) button
B
up or (SET-) button
B
down to adjust the set speed.
To set the vehicle-to-vehicle distance
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: Press the SCC button
D
on the steering wheel.
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To cancel SCC operation: Press the CANCEL button
B
or press the brake pedal. The LCD
screen will display a message that the SCC operation is canceled.
To turn the SCC system OFF: Press the CRUISE button
A
. The CRUISE indicator on the
instrument cluster will turn OFF.
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ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM*
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When you select AWD LOCK mode (indicator is illuminated) by pressing the AWD LOCK
button
A
, the AWD LOCK mode increases the drive power when driving on wet pavement,
snow-covered roads, and/or on unpaved roads.
• This mode is used for climbing or descending sharp grades, driving on unpaved
roads, driving on sandy and muddy roads, etc., to improve traction.
• This mode automatically begins to deactivate at speeds above 38 mph, and is
shifted to AWD AUTO mode at speeds above 38 mph. If the vehicle decelerates
to speeds below approximately 38 mph, however, the transfer mode is shifted
into AWD LOCK mode again.
When the AWD LOCK mode is deactivated, a shock may be felt as the drive power is
delivered entirely to the front wheels. This shock is not a mechanical failure.
DRIVE MODE INTEGRATED CONTROL SYSTEM*
The Drive Mode may be selected based on the driver’s preferences and road conditions.
To cycle through the different Drive Modes, rotate the DRIVE MODE knob
A
. The
instrument cluster will display NORMAL, SMART, or SPORT when selected.
KIA OWNER’S APP WITH UVO LINK*
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• Your cellphone and your vehicle have to be connected to a cellular network with a
good wireless signal strength in order to use UVO. If these conditions are not met,
remote commands will fail or will take a long time to execute.
• To use Remote Start or Remote Start with Climate Control feature, all doors, hood
and trunk/lift-gate must be closed and locked. Remote Start or Remote Start with
Climate Control feature will operate for about 10 minutes.
• The quickest way to obtain accurate vehicle status is by pressing a refresh button
on your app or customer web portal.
• Activate Remote Start or Remote Start with Climate Control feature at least 10 minutes before you plan to get into
the vehicle. This will allow vehicle interior to reach a desired temperature.
• In order to preserve vehicle battery, UVO will not work seven days after the ignition was last turned on. You will need
to re-start your vehicle with a key fob in order to use UVO again.
REAR OCCUPANT ALERT (ROA) SYSTEM
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The ROA system can help alert the driver when a rear passenger may be left in the
vehicle. The alert will be a message on the Instrument Cluster stating to “Check rear
seats”
A
and a chime will sound.
The factory default is set to OFF. To turn the system ON or OFF, go to Vehicle Settings,*
select Convenience, then Rear Occupant Alert, and check/uncheck the box to enable/disable
by pressing the OK button on the Steering Wheel.
DOOR LOCK OPERATION
Press
A
to Lock/Unlock All Doors (also locks/unlocks Fuel Door).
Auto Door Lock/Unlock will engage when the gear shift is moved into or out of the P (Park)
position. Refer to the User Settings* in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes on how to turn
Auto Door Unlock ON/OFF.
Note: The door lock function will not operate from the switch or key fob if there is a driver
or passenger door open.
Rear Door Locks
If the inner door handle is pulled once when the door is locked, the door will unlock. If the
inner door handle is pulled once more, the door will open.
Quick Tip:
To open a Rear Door when locked, pull the inner door handle two times.
2021 Seltos SX AWD shown on cover. Production model may vary. Images or graphics are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation. See
the Owner’s Manual for more detailed information, limitations, and conditions. *If equipped.
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Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an
accident, severe personal injury, and death. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and use of any handheld devices, other equipment,
or vehicle systems which take the driver’s eyes, attention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or which are not permissible by law should never be used during
operation of the vehicle.
2
The Bluetooth
®
word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Kia is under license.
A Bluetooth
®
enabled cell phone is required to use Bluetooth
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Wireless Technology.
3
Apple CarPlay, iPhone, and Siri are registered trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries.
4
Android Auto is a trademark of Google LLC. Vehicle user interface is a product of Google and its terms and privacy statements apply. Requires the
Android Auto app on Google Play and an Android compatible smartphone running Android
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5.0 Lollipop or higher. Data plan rates apply.
5
Driver-assist technologies are not
substitutes for safe driving, and may not detect all objects surrounding vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution.
6
No system, no matter how advanced, can compensate
for all driver errors, driving conditions, accidents, and/or injury. Always drive safely and obey all traffic laws.
7
Purchase/lease of certain 2021 and newer Kia vehicles with
UVO link includes a complimentary 1-year subscription starting from new vehicle retail sale/lease date as recorded by the dealer. After your complimentary 1-year UVO
link subscription expires, continued access to the full suite of UVO link services available on your Kia will require a paid subscription at the then-current subscription rate
or your use of certain UVO link features may immediately terminate. Use of UVO is subject to agreement to the UVO Privacy Policy (available at owners.kia.com/us/en/
privacy-policy.html) and Terms of Service (available at owners.kia.com/us/en/terms-of-service.html). UVO link is transferable to subsequent owner during the original
UVO link service term. Only use UVO link when safe to do so. Kia Access with UVO link app is available from the Apple
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App Store
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or Google Play
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store. Kia Motors
America, Inc. reserves the right to change or discontinue UVO link at any time without prior notification or incurring any future obligation. Message and data rates may
apply. Cellular and GPS coverage are required to use most features. UVO link features may vary by model, model year, and trim level. Features, specifications, and fees
are subject to change. For more on details and limitations, visit www.kia.com or your authorized Kia dealer. Apple and App Store are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
Google and logos are trademarks of Google LLC.
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This system is not a substitute for one’s attention. Always check the vehicle interior when exiting the vehicle.
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Kia received
the lowest rate of reported problems among mass market brands in the J.D. Power 2015-2020 U.S. Initial Quality Studies of new vehicle owners’ experience with their
own vehicle after 90 days of ownership. Tied in 2020. Visit jdpower.com/awards for more details.
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