Guide to Kia Connect

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How to Set Up Kia Connect

Your Kia vehicle is equipped with a host of useful features and conveniences to enhance your experience at the wheel. Newer models come with Kia Connect services, which provide the connectivity you need to control many aspects of your Kia. For example, Kia Connect acts as a type of remote control where you can use the in-car navigation and safety features, as well as tap into vehicle diagnostics and make other adjustments while driving. It’s possible to add Kia Connect to your vehicle if you don’t currently have it. Plus, if your system is having issues, there are ways to get it back online and working properly once more.

At Kia of Lynchburg, we want you to take advantage of the many benefits this system offers. Our team can walk you through the process of setting it up or troubleshooting problems it may be posing. You can also use the following guide to answer common questions about Kia Connect features for vehicles and resolve concerns you may have.

Kia Connect’s Top Features

Many features from Kia Connect can make your rides more enjoyable as you’re out and about in Lynchburg, VA, and anywhere else. Here are some of the most exciting aspects of this service and what you can expect from it in your vehicle.

  • Smartwatch app: From your smartphone, you can control many aspects of your vehicle. For example, this app for Android and Apple devices lets you adjust the climate inside your Kia, start the engine remotely, and even get details about your vehicle. You can even sync your smartphone and smartwatch, so the same information is there as well.
  • Find My Car: This feature helps you track your vehicle by using the app.
  • Remote Climate Control: Before you step into your Kia, you can control the interior temperature from your smartphone. Turn up or down the heat or air condition so when you get inside, you’re more comfortable.
  • Rear Occupant Alert: Thanks to sensors in the seats, your Kia detects movement after the doors have been locked. An alert will come to your phone that another occupant (including little children or pets) was left inside.
  • Remote Door Lock and Unlock: If you forgot to lock the door to your Kia after you parked and left, you won’t even have to go back to take care of this important task. Instead, lock the doors from the convenience of the app, no matter where you are.
  • Connected Routing: Want better navigation? This feature gives you incredible accuracy. It even provides real-time traffic.
  • Digital Key: With this, you just need to hold your smartphone against the driver-door handle to unlock your car.
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot: Connect online as you drive.
  • Stolen Vehicle Recovery: If you lost your Kia, this feature can help you track it down. This is helpful in incidents of theft.

Step-by-Step Kia Connect Setup Guide

If you purchase a model with Kia Connect or add it later to your vehicle, you’re excited to use its many tools. You may feel overwhelmed, too. Thankfully, the setup is easy. You just need to have your smartphone handy, be able to download the software, and have your vehicle on hand.

Here are the steps to set everything up:

  1. Go to the App Store or Google Play, depending on whether your device is an Apple or Android. Then, search for “Kia Access,” and download the app. Simply create an account, log in, and start using it.
  2. Next, connect your Kia to the Kia Connect app. You will need the VIN to do this. Enter it when prompted. You will also confirm this setup with a confirmation code.
  3. Once you have done this, manually activate it on your vehicle. The dashboard screen will allow you to choose the option “Activate Kia Connect.” Indicate that you have a verification code and type it in.
  4. Select on your phone that you have entered the code. You will then be ready to enjoy Kia Connect.

Set Up Kia Connect at Kia of Lynchburg

You’ll love the many benefits that Kia Connect offers. It will add to the convenience of driving and riding in your Kia. You can get Kia Connect for your vehicle by visiting our dealership. Stop by Kia of Lynchburg in Lynchburg, VA, today so we can help you get started.