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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.
Voice Recognition
Using Voice Recognition
Improve Bluetooth
Voice Recognition (VR) performance
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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
• Select "Device Connections" in the infotainment system
display
or "Call" button on the steering wheel to begin the
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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 Forte as steps
vary by infotainment system.
Smartphone Connectivity
Apple CarPlay
Your vehicle offers you command of your compatible iPhone
infotainment system display. This will enable you to make calls, send hands-free texts, access many of your favorite
apps and music, and get navigation help with Siri
To connect Apple CarPlay, visit https://youtu.be/98TNWMOQfdU
Android Auto
Your vehicle allows you to connect to your compatible Android
system 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/sTR4KotSOzU
For select models equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, visit https://youtu.be/oUXXuAZAOEI
Kia Access App*
• Your cell phone and your vehicle have to be connected to a cellular network with a good wireless signal strength
in order to use Kia Connect (formerly UVO link). If these conditions are not met, remote commands may not
execute or may take longer to execute.
• To use Remote Start or Remote Start with Climate Control feature, all doors, hood and trunk/liftgate must be
closed and locked. Remote Start or Remote Start with Climate Control feature will operate for 10 minutes, and
then the vehicle shuts off automatically.
• Activate Remote Start or Remote Start with Climate Control feature a few minutes before you plan to get into the
vehicle. This will allow vehicle interior to reach a desired temperature.
• The quickest way to obtain an accurate vehicle status is by pressing the refresh icon on your app or customer
web portal.
• In order to help preserve vehicle battery, Kia Connect 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 Kia Connect again.
To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website:
Vehicle Feature Tips
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• 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
on the infotainment system display and delete Kia
device from the list of Bluetooth
phone, and re-pair.
• Ensure the phone has the Bluetooth
• If some contacts are not downloading to the infotainment
system display, check to confirm that the contact has
been entered correctly and that it has been stored under
the categories (HOME, MOBILE, WORK, iPhone
supported by the infotainment system display. Some contact
categories (MAIN, PAGER, OTHER) may not be supported. If
the number of contacts exceeds the maximum number allowed
on the infotainment system 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 infotainment system 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.
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reception is affected by carrier coverage and is
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• If streaming audio through Bluetooth
the listening volume on the device is turned up.
when you connect through Apple CarPlay
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Summary of Contents for Kia Forte 2024
- Page 1 The 2024 Kia Forte. 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. Voice Recognition and Bluetooth ®2 Using Voice Recognition • If you experience any issues with auto-connection, try the following: Improve Bluetooth Voice Recognition (VR) performance ® by making a few simple changes to your phone contacts: • Reboot your phone (turn the phone off and then on). • Use full names (first and last names) vs. short or single- • Update the phone operating system to the most recently syllable names (“John Smith” vs. “Dad,” “Smith Residence” released version. vs. “Home”). • Delete the phone from the list of Bluetooth devices ® • Avoid using special characters, emojis, and hyphenated on the infotainment system display and delete Kia names (@, &, #, /, -, *, +, etc.).
- Page 2 Accessory Mode with a Smart Key* With standard-key vehicles, you can turn the key to the accessory mode and utilize the electronic accessories without starting the vehicle. This is still possible with Smart Key-equipped vehicles. To do this, enter the vehicle with the Smart Key fob in your possession and push the Engine ENGINE Start/Stop button* one time without pressing the brake pedal. This will put the vehicle in START STOP accessory mode and ACC will illuminate AMBER. If the Engine Start/Stop button is in the ACC position for more than 1 hour, the button is turned off automatically to help prevent battery discharge. Smart Trunk* For vehicles equipped with a Smart Key,* when the Smart Key fob is in your possession and you are within close proximity to the back of the vehicle, the hazard warning lights will blink and a chime will sound for about 3 seconds to alert that the Smart Trunk is about to open. Then the alert system will blink and chime 2 additional times before opening the Smart Trunk. The Smart Trunk feature is OFF by default. To enable the Smart Trunk, go to User Settings in the Instrument Cluster modes. To open the Smart Trunk manually, press and hold the trunk button or use the release button under the rear view camera until the trunk opens. If you pressed the unlock button on your Smart Key (this does not open the Trunk), please be sure to press the lock button on the Smart Key before walking away to ensure your entire vehicle is locked again. The Smart Trunk function can be deactivated by pressing any button on the Smart Key during the Detect and Alert stage. Smart Key* Interference The Smart Key incorporates many convenient features that can improve the access to and starting of your vehicle. However, there can be some cases where radio frequency interference from a mobile phone placed in close proximity to the Smart Key, or a phone held at a very close proximity to the door handle while the Smart Key is stored in a pocket or purse farther away, can cause communication errors. While driving the vehicle, do not place the Smart Key on top of a phone or next to each other in the same compartment. If you are experiencing any concerns related to the Smart Key operation, be sure to check that the key fob is not near any other source that transmits a radio frequency or another Smart Key before suspecting a concern with the Smart Key itself.
- Page 3 Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) / Lane Following Assist (LFA) LKA is designed to detect lane markings (or road edges) and can warn the driver if the vehicle leaves the lane without using the turn signal and can assist with steering to prevent the vehicle departing from its travel lane. LFA is designed to help ensure that the vehicle stays centered in its lane by monitoring the detected lane markings ahead and vehicles on the road, and may provide steering inputs. To enable LKA: Go to User Settings in the Instrument Cluster display, OR press the Mode button on the right side of the steering wheel, OR press the SETUP key/button on the infotainment system. Select the VEHICLE button to enter the Vehicle Settings > Driver Assistance > Lane Safety. Once enabled, press and hold the Lane Safety button to turn LKA ON or OFF. When ON, the Lane Safety icon on the Instrument Cluster will illuminate WHITE while the system does not detect the lane markers. When the system detects the lane markers and can assist the steering, the icon will turn GREEN To set/adjust Volume and Priority: Go to Vehicle Settings* in the infotainment system or User Settings in the Instrument Cluster display and in Driver Assistance, press Warning Methods and adjust the Warning Volume. LFA Hands-Off Warning: (Buttons located on right side of steering wheel) If the driver removes their hands from the steering wheel for several seconds, a warning message will appear on the Instrument Cluster, and an audible warning will sound. If the driver’s hands are not replaced on the steering wheel, LFA will cancel.
- Page 4 ® change or discontinue Kia Connect at any time without prior notification or incurring any future obligation. Message and data rates may apply. Cellular and GPS coverage is required to use most features. Kia Connect features may vary by model, model year, and trim level. Features, specifications, and fees are subject to change. Kia Connect is currently unavailable for Model Year 2022 and newer vehicles sold in Massachusetts;...