2006 KIA Sorento stop start

To release the parking brake, pull the
handle up slightly and push the
release button. Then lower the handle
to the released position while holding
the button in.Check the brake warning light each
time you start the engine. This warn-
ing will be illuminated when the
engine is running and the parking
brake is set.
Before driving, be sure the parking
brake is fully released and the brake
warning light is off.
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WARNING
To prevent unintentional move-
ment when stopped and leaving
the vehicle, do not use the
gearshift lever in place of the
parking brake. Set the parking
brake AND make sure the
gearshift lever is securely posi-
tioned in 1st (First) gear or R
(Reverse) for manual transmis-
sion equipped vehicles and in P
(Park) for automatic transmis-
sion equipped vehicles.
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NOTICEWhen you jump start your vehicle
because of a discharged battery, the
engine may not run as smoothly
and the ABS warning light may
blink at the same time. This hap-
pens because of the low battery
voltage. It does not mean your ABS
is malfunctioning.
 Do not pump your brakes!
 Have the battery recharged
before driving the vehicle.
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NOTICE If the ABS warning light is on and
stays on, you may have a problem
with the ABS system. In this case,
however, your regular brakes will
work normally.
 The ABS warning light will stay
on for 2-3 seconds after the
engine starts. During that time,
the ABS will go through self-diag-
nosis and the light will go off if
everything is normal. If the light
stays on, you may have a problem
with your ABS system. Contact
an authorized Kia dealer as soon
as possible.
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NOTICE When you drive on a road having
poor traction, such as an icy road,
and operate your brakes continu-
ously, the ABS will be active con-
tinuously and the ABS warning
light may illuminate. Pull your
car over to a safe place and stop
the engine.
 Restart the engine. If the ABS
warning light is off, then your
ABS system is normal.
Otherwise, you may have a prob-
lem with the ABS. Contact an
authorized Kia dealer as soon as
possible.
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POWER STEERINGPower steering uses energy from the
engine to assist you in steering the
vehicle. If the engine is off or if the
power steering system becomes
inoperative, the vehicle may still be
steered, but it will require increased
steering effort.
Should you notice any change in the
effort required to steer during normal
vehicle operation, have the power
steering system checked by an
authorized Kia dealer.
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NOTICEIf the vehicle is parked for extended
periods outside in cold weather
(below-10°C (14°F)), the power
steering may require increased
effort when the engine is first start-
ed. This is caused by increased fluid
viscosity due to the cold weather
and does not indicate a malfunc-
tion.
When this happens, increase the
engine RPM to 1500rpm then
release or let the engine idle for two
or three minutes to warm up the
fluid.
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NOTICE Never hold the steering wheel
against a stop (extreme right or
left turn) for more than five sec-
onds with the engine running.
Holding the steering wheel for
more than five seconds in either
position may cause damage to the
power steering pump.
 If the power steering drive belt
breaks or if the power steering
pump malfunctions, the steering
effort will greatly increase.
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WARNINGS AND INDICA-
TORSWarning Lights / Audible Indicators
Checking operation
All warning lights are checked by
turning the ignition switch ON (do not
start the engine). Any light that does
not illuminate should be checked by
an Authorized Kia Dealer.
After starting the engine, check to
make sure that all warning lights are
off. If any are still on, this indicates a
situation that needs attention. When
releasing the parking brake, the
brake system warning light should go
off. The fuel warning light will stay on
if the fuel level is low.Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Warning Light
This light illuminates when you start
the engine. The light will go off if the
ABS system is operating normally.
Also, this light illuminates if the key is
turned to ON and goes off in 2-3 sec-
onds if the system is operating nor-
mally.
O/D OFF Indicator
(A/T:30-40LEi)
This indicator comes on when the
O/D system is deactivated.Engine Oil Pressure
Warning
This warning light indicates the
engine oil pressure is low.
If the warning light illuminates while
driving:
1. Drive safely to the side of the road
and stop.
2. With the engine off, check the
engine oil level. If the level is low,
add oil as required.
If the warning light remains on after
adding oil or if oil is not available, call
an Authorized Kia Dealer.
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ABSO/D
OFF
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NOTICEIf the engine is not stopped immedi-
ately, severe damage could result.
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Parking Brake & Brake
Fluid Warning
Parking brake warning
This light is illuminated when the
parking brake is applied with the igni-
tion switch in the START or ON posi-
tion. The warning light should go off
when the parking brake is released.Low brake fluid level warning
If the warning light remains on, it may
indicate that the brake fluid level in
the reservoir is low.
If the warning light remains on:
1. Drive carefully to the nearest safe
location and stop your vehicle.
2. With the engine stopped, check
the brake fluid level immediately
and add fluid as required. Then
check all brake components for
fluid leaks.
3. Do not drive the vehicle if leaks are
found, the warning light remains on
or the brakes do not operate prop-
erly. Have it towed to any
Authorized Kia Dealer for a brake
system inspection and necessary
repairs.To check bulb operation, check
whether the parking brake and brake
fluid warning light illuminates when
the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion
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WARNING
Driving the vehicle with a warn-
ing light on is dangerous. If the
brake warning light remains on,
have the brakes checked and
repaired immediately by an
Authorized Kia Dealer.
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Low Washer Fluid Level
Warning Indicator
This warning light indicates the wash-
er fluid reservoir is near empty. Refill
the washer fluid as soon as possible.
Parking Start Warning Chime
(If equipped)
If you drive over 10 km/h with the
parking brake applied, the parking
start warning chime will sound.
Door Ajar Warning Chime
If a door is opened while driving the
vehicle more than 5 km/h, the warn-
ing chime will sound.Safety Belt Warning Chime
Type A
If the driver's safety belt is not fas-
tened when the ignition key is turned
ON, the safety belt warning chime will
sound for approximately 6 seconds.
At this time, if the safety belt is fas-
tened, the chime will stop at once.
Type B
If the driver's safety belt is not fas-
tened when the ignition key is turned
ON or if it is unfastened after the key
is ON, the safety belt warning chime
will sound for approximately 6 sec-
onds. At this time, if the safety belt is
fastened, the chime will stop at once.
Key Reminder Warning Chime
If the front door is opened and the
ignition key is left with the ignition
switch in “LOCK”or “ACC”position,
the key reminder warning chime will
sound. This is to prevent you from
locking your keys in the vehicle.
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CAUTION
If the 4WD indicator light ()
blinks (full-time 4WD) or 4WD
indicator light () and 4WD
LOW indicator light ()illumi-
nate at the same time (part time
4WD), this indicates that there
is a malfunction in the 4WD sys-
tem. If this occurs, have your
vehicle checked by an
Authorized Kia Dealer as soon
as possible.
4WD
LOW
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Electric Azimuth Compass
It displays azimuth according to the
vehicle’s driving direction.
The indication is displayed only when
the vehicle is in motion.Correcting Azimuth Indicator
Position correction should be per-
formed if the displayed direction of
the vehicle differs from the actual
direction of the vehicle, or if the bat-
tery has been disconnected.1. Start the vehicle and access the
compass function indicated by
DRT on the display. Press the
MODE/SET button until the DRT
display begins to blink on and off.
2. Slowly (about 3 mph) and carefully
drive the vehicle in a complete 360
degree circle, within 128 seconds
(about two minutes).
3. After completing the circle drive,
the DRT display will stop blinking
and the error correction will be
complete.
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DRT
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NOTICEIf new vehicle is first driven or if the
battery has been disconnected, cor-
rect the azimuth indicator before
driving.
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Front Fog Light (If equipped)
To turn the front fog lights ON, turn
the headlights ON after starting the
engine and then turn the front fog
light switch to ON position. To turn it
OFF, turn it to OFF position or turn
the headlights OFF.Daytime Running Light
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can
make it easier for others to see the
front of your vehicle during the day.
DRL can be helpful in many different
driving conditions, and it is especially
helpful after dawn and before sunset.
The DRL system will make your high-
beam headlights turn OFF when:
The headlight switch is ON.
The parking brake is engaged.
The engine stops.
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