2009 KIA Sorento Owner's Manual

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Driver side panel
Description Fuse rating Protected component
W/SHD*15A Rear window defroster
TPMS* 10A Tire pressure monitoring system
WIPER(FRT) 20A Front wiper
DRL/OBD-II* 15A Daytime running light
HAZARD 15A Hazard warning light
WIPER(RR) 10A Rear wiper
S/ROOF* 20A Sunroof
O/S MIRROR 10A Outside rearview mirror
RELAY COIL 10A Ignition coil
START 10A Start motor
S/WARMER 20A Seat warmer
ACC 15A Accessory
STOP LAMP 20A Stop light
TCCS 20A TCS, ESC, Immobilizer
ROOM LAMP 10A Room lamp
CIGAR(FRT) 15A Cigar lighter
O/S MIRROR DEF 20A Outside rearview mirror heater
ENGINE 10A Engine control unit
METER 10A Multi-meter
ABS IG 10A ABS
A/BAG 10A Airbag
TURN LAMP 10A Turn signal light
POWER SEAT 30A Power seat
DOOR LOCK 20A Central door lock
SPARE 20A Spare fuse*: if equipped

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6Engine compartment
Description Fuse rating Protected component
HORN 15A Horn
AUDIO 30A Audio
MAIN 140A Alternator
ALTERNATOR* 150A Alternator
HEAD (HI) 15A Headlight (high)
HEAD (LO) 15A Headlight (low)
DEF 25A Rear window defroster
MEMORY 10A Cluster, ETACS, A/C, Clock,
Room lamp
F/FOG* 15A Front fog light
IGN 2 30A Ignition
ABS* 40A ABS
F/PUMP* 20A Fuel pump
C/FAN 30A Radiator fan
IGN 1 40A Ignition
EXT AMP 30A Amplifier
ILLUMI 10A Instrument panel illumination
EXT* 15A Taillight, Turn signal lightCENTER P/OUTLET
15A Power outlet
BTN 3 40A In panel B+
F/BLW 30A Blower
BTN 1 40A In panel B+
BTN 2 30A In panel B+
P/TRN 10A Power train control system sen- sors,TCU
*: if equippedDescription Fuse rating Protected component
P/OUTLET30A Power outlet
P/W LH 25A Power window (left)
P/W RH 25A Power window (right)
INJECTOR* 15A Injector
IG COIL 10A Ignition coil
O2 SNSR 15A O2 sensor
ECU* 15A Engine control unit
SPARE 25A Spare fuse
SPARE 20A Spare fuse
SPARE 15A Spare fuse
SPARE 10A Spare fuse

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Memory fuseYour vehicle is equipped with a “Memory
Fuse” to prevent battery discharge if your
vehicle is parked without being operated
for prolonged periods. Use the following
procedures before parking the vehicle for
prolonged period.
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Turn off the headlights and tail lights.
3. Open the main fuse box cover inengine compartment and pull up the
“AUDIO 30A”. This will change the
memory fuse mode to prevent battery
discharge.
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CAUTION
If the memory fuse is pulled up from the fuse box housing, thekey reminder warning chime,door ajar warning chime and light, and clock will not operate.The clock must be reset.
Even though the memory fuse is pulled up, the battery can still bedischarged by operation of theheadlights or other electricaldevices.

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6TOWINGIf emergency towing is necessary, we
recommend having it done by an author-
ized Kia dealer or a commercial tow-truck
service. Proper lifting and towing proce-
dures are necessary to prevent damage
to the vehicle. The use of wheel dollies or
flatbed is recommended.For trailer towing guidelines information,
refer to section 5 “Driving Tips”.
On 4WD vehicles, your vehicle must
be towed with a wheel lift and dollies
or flatbed equipment with all the
wheels off the ground. On 2WD vehicles, it is acceptable to tow
the vehicle with the front wheels on the
ground (without dollies) and the rear
wheels off the ground.
When being towed by a commercial tow
truck and wheel dollies are not used, the
rear of the vehicle should always be lift-
ed, not the front.
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When towing your vehicle in an emer-
gency without wheel dollies (2WD
Vehicles or Part-time 4WD Vehicles):
1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC posi-tion.
2. Place the transmission shift lever in N (Neutral).
3. Place the transfer shift knob for part- time 4WD operation in the 2HI posi-
tion.
4. Release the parking brake.
Towing with a vehicle other than
a tow truck If towing is necessary, we recommend
you to have it done by an Authorized Kia
dealer or a commercial tow truck service.
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CAUTION
Do not tow the vehicle forwards with the rear wheels on theground as this may cause dam-age to the vehicle.
Do not tow with sling-type equip- ment. Use wheel lift or flatbedequipment.
CAUTION
Failure to place the transmissionshift lever in N (Neutral) and thetransfer shift knob for part-time 4WD operation to 2HI may causeinternal damage to the transmis- sion.
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6If towing service is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be tem-
porarily towed using a cable or chain
secured to the emergency towing hook
under the front of the vehicle. Use
extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it
and operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done only
on hard-surfaced roads for a short dis-
tance and at low speeds. Also, the
wheels, axles, power train, steering and
brakes must all be in good condition.
Do not use the tow hooks to pull a
vehicle out of mud, sand or other con-
ditions from which the vehicle cannot
be driven out under its own power.
Avoid towing a vehicle heavier than the vehicle doing the towing.
The drivers of both vehicles should communicate with each other frequent-
ly. Before emergency towing, check that
the hook is not broken or damaged.
Fasten the towing cable or chain securely to the hook.
Do not jerk the hook. Apply steady and even force.
To avoid damaging the hook, do not pull from the side or at a vertical angle.
Always pull straight ahead.
CAUTION
Attach a towing strap to the tow hook.
Using a portion of the vehicle other than the tow hooks for tow-ing may damage the body of yourvehicle.
Use only a cable or chain specifi- cally intended for use in towingvehicles. Securely fasten the cable or chain to the towing hookprovided.
WARNING
Use extreme caution when towing
the vehicle.
driving maneuvers which would
place excessive stress on the
emergency towing hook and tow-
ing cable or chain. The hook and
towing cable or chain may break
and cause serious injury or dam-
age.
If the towing vehicle can hardly move, do not forcibly continue
the towing. Contact an Authorized
Kia dealer or a commercial tow
truck service for assistance.
Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible.
Keep away from the vehicle dur- ing towing.

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Use a towing strap less than 5 m (16feet) long. Attach a white or red cloth
(about 30 cm (12 inches) wide) in the
middle of the strap for easy visibility.
Drive carefully so that the towing strap is not loosened during towing.
When your vehicle is being towed
by another vehicle other than a tow
truck (in case of an emergency)
(2WD vehicles or part-time 4WD
vehicles) Turn the ignition switch to ACC so thesteering wheel isn’t locked.
Place the transmission shift lever in N (Neutral).
Place the transfer shift knob for part- time 4WD operation in the 2HI posi-
tion.
Release the parking bake.
Vehicle equipped with automatic trans- missions should not exceed 45 km/h
(28 mph) and should not be towed
more than 80 km (50 miles).
✽ ✽ NOTICERemove the rear drive shaft if it is nec-
essary to exceed 45 km/h (28 mph)
and/or 80 km (50 miles). If the drive
shaft cannot be removed, stop every 80
km (50 miles) and start the engine.
Allow the engine to idle for a few min-
utes. This will ensure that the transmis-
sion is sufficiently lubricated.
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than normal since you will have
reduced brake performance.
because the power steering system
will be disabled.
brakes may overheat and brake per-
formance will be reduced. Stop often
and let the brakes cool off.✽ ✽ NOTICETo prevent internal damage to the trans-
mission, never tow your vehicle from the
rear (backwards) with all four tires in
contact with the surface.
Tips for towing a stuck vehicleThe following methods are effective
when your vehicle is stuck in mud, sand
or similar substances that prevent the
vehicle from being driven out under its
own power.
Remove the soil and sand, etc. from
the front and the back of the tires.
Place a stone or wood under the tires.