1. Your mobile device
2. Install the Kia Access App.
3. Having access to your Kia car
To activate Kia Connect, input your VIN and ask for a verification code to connect to your vehicle.
- of the engine room’s side wall.
- on a plate that is fastened to the dashboard’s top.
- the sticker certifying the car that is affixed to the center pillar on the driver’s side.
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Is my Kia equipped with Kia Connect? How do I know?
If my car has connected services, how can I find out? If your automobile has Kia Connect, you can activate it by selecting the Kia Connect option on the home screen of the vehicle.
Does Kia Connect need payment?
After your complimentary 1-year Kia Connect ULTIMATE subscription ends, you will need to renew your subscription to continue using the full range of Kia Connect capabilities on your Kia. If you don’t, your use of some Kia Connect functions may end abruptly.
Final Destination Guidance
We recognize that sometimes your parking spot isn’t where you want to go. By sending the location to a mobile phone for last destination routing, Kia Connect continues guiding you to your destination.
Server based routing guidance
Never before had navigation been as simple. Wherever you travel, get different routes, real-time traffic updates, and road settings with server-based routing help.
Pro-Active vehicle status alert
missed locking the door? Your Kia will notify you, I suppose. If you leave the door unlocked, the Pro-active car status alert will send you a notification.
Advanced Auto Collision notification
Your emergency contacts will receive an automated warning in the event of an air bag deployment. Our contact center can send emergency services like an ambulance and the police quickly to your location.
Note:
- Emergency services may incur additional fees.
- In the Kia Connect app, the emergency contact should be saved beforehand.
- Emergency assistance is available in a few states
Valet Mode
When you give the valet your car, there is nothing to be concerned about. Your privacy is kept intact thanks to the valet mode’s ability to lock the 26.03 cm (10.25) HD Touchscreen Navigation with a pin.
Weather Application
The Weather Application keeps you informed on the current and expected weather conditions at the specified area, regardless of where you are or where you are going.
Calender Sync
Keep track of your schedule at all times by using Kia Connect to sync your calendar. Get location- and time-based alerts on your 26.03 cm (10.25) HD Touchscreen Navigation.
Call Center assisted navigation
Customers can request assistance with the destination route by pressing the Kia Connect button on the IRVM. An infotainment system link is sent by our call center staff.
A Kia connect button included with the IRVM allows you to start navigation with a single voice command.
“Hello Kia” Wake-up Command
All you have to do is express your demand for seat ventilation. Use voice commands to activate the seat ventilation.
You can use voice commands to control your navigation and Bluetooth settings without having to take your eyes off the road.