Guide to Kia Connect in Alcoa, TN

How to Set Up Kia Connect

If you don’t have Kia Connect services in your vehicle, now is the time to add it. You can include this suite of services in your new Kia when you purchase it from Rusty Wallace Kia Alcoa. Or, if you already have a Kia model, you can install Kia Connect now and start benefiting from its many features.

Kia Connect lets you control many aspects of your vehicle, all with the ease of an app. Setting up the app is fast and easy. We’ve included a guide here to walk you through the steps. We’ve also listed the features and benefits that Kia Connect provides. Plus, when you come to our dealership, our team can talk to you more about what Kia Connect offers and why it makes sense to have it.

Kia Connect’s Top Features

There is a lot to like about having Kia Connect in Kia vehicles in Alcoa, TN. You’ll love having it at your fingertips so you can easily and conveniently control important elements of your vehicle. Below are its best features:

• Smartwatch App: Kia Connect lets you control some functions of your car before you even get inside and at the wheel. You can control the interior climate, lock the doors, and even start the vehicle remotely. You’ll be able to do this with the app on your smartphone. You can even pair this with your smartwatch and have the same functionality and ease there.
• Find My Car: If you’re like many people in Alcoa, TN, it’s not uncommon to park your car in a crowded place and then have trouble tracking it down. The good news is Kia Connect simplifies the task of finding your vehicle. You’ll be able to easily track its location by using the app on your phone or watch.
• Remote Climate Control: There’s nothing more comfortable than stepping into a vehicle that already has the perfect climate set. You no longer have to wait to do this when you get inside and start the engine. With Kia Connect, you have control over the climate, and you can make any adjustments you want—to the heat or air conditioning—remotely.
• Rear Occupant Alert: This feature lets you know if someone or a pet remains in the vehicle after you have gotten out and locked the doors. The vehicle has sensors in the seats, which can tell when an occupant is still there.
• Remote Door Lock and Unlock: For a quick locking or unlocking of the doors, you can do so remotely with Kia Connect. This comes in handy if someone needs to get inside but you’re not near the vehicle. In addition, this feature allows you to lock the doors remotely if you forgot to do so when you exited.
• Connected Routing: With this feature, your vehicle’s navigation system is even more precise. There is also up-to-date traffic information available.
• Digital Key: With this feature, you just need to hold your smartphone against the driver-door handle to unlock your car.
• Wi-Fi Hotspot: Stay connected online for communication and entertainment with this feature.
• Stolen Vehicle Recovery: If you have been the unfortunate victim of theft, the Stolen Vehicle Recovery feature will help you locate your Kia.

Step-by-Step Kia Connect Setup Guide

You can quickly set up Kia Connect in your vehicle. Walk through the following steps:

1. Search for “Kia Access” on the App Store or Google Play, depending on the type of device you have. Then, download the app and create an account. Log in to your account and check out Kia Connect.
2. Your next step is to connect the vehicle to the app. To do this, you will need the VIN. When prompted, enter the VIN and confirm the setup with a confirmation code, which you will receive.
3. You will then have to activate Kia Connect in your vehicle. First, pick the option “Activate Kia Connect” on the dashboard screen. You will receive a prompt to enter a code. Input that on the screen.
4. Indicate on your smartphone that you have connected Kia Connect to your vehicle. At this point, you will be ready to start using the service.

Set Up Kia Connect at Rusty Wallace Kia Alcoa

There are some great Kia Connect features for vehicles. Now is the time to get this service and explore its many benefits. You’ll love the convenience it provides. To learn more, come to Rusty Wallace Kia Alcoa in Alcoa, TN. Drop by today so we can help you set up Kia Connect.