2014 KIA SORENTO engine

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SORENTO
Congratulations on Your New Kia Purchase!
Your new Kia vehicle has been designed, engineered and manufactured to provide you with years of comfortable and dependable driving. Kia is committed to quality, innovation, safety and — above all — your satisfaction.
Using This Guide
The information contained in this guide is a brief overview which will help you become familiar with the operation and features of your new Kia vehicle. The flipbook format facilitates information access, while the detailed illustrations ensure the instructions are easy to follow.
This Features & Functions Guide and the specific operational and safety information it provides is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. In the interest of your safety and that of your family, and to help you avoid risks that may result in death or serious injury, Kia reminds you to carefully read your Owner’s Manual in order to fully familiarize yourself with the important information it contains.
While the information contained in this guide is accurate at the time of printing, Kia may change vehicle
specifications without notice in advance or after the fact, and assumes no liability in connection with such changes.

Active ECO System* 05
Air Conditioning / Climate Control 22
Audio System - Standard* 16
Audio System - Navigation System* 20
Audio System - UVO System* 19
AUX/USB/iPod® Port & Power Outlets 21
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 12
Cruise Control* 14
Digital Clock 21
Folding 2nd & 3rd Row Seats* 27
Front Active Headrests 28
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF Indicator 35
Smart Key* 29
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 05
Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers* 11
VIDEOS & QR CODES 02INSTRUMENT CLUSTERInstrument Cluster Overview / Indicators & Warning Lights 03Trip Computer / Tripmeter* 04Fuel Efficiency 04Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 05Active ECO System* 05DRIVER’S PANELElectronic Stability Control (ESC) 06Blind Spot Detection (BSD) System* 06Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) 06Hood Release Lever and Latch 06Instrument Panel Dimmer* 07All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Mode* 07Heated Steering Wheel Button* 07Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock 08Electric/Folding Mirrors* 08Power/Heated Outside Mirrors* 08Engine Start/Stop Button* 08STEERING WHEEL CONTROLSTilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel 09LCD Display Control 09Headlights & High Beams 10Turn Signals & Fog Lights* 10Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers* 11Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 12Audio Controls 14Cruise Control 14FlexSteer™ Steering Wheel Mode* 15AUDIO SYSTEMStandard Audio System Overview* 16Standard Audio System Operation* 17UVO System* 19Navigation System* 20
CENTER PANELDigital Clock 21AUX/USB/iPod® Port & Power Outlets 21Automatic Climate Control* 22Manual Climate Control* 233rd Row Air Conditioning Control* 23Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting 24S E AT I N GSeat Warmers/Ventilated Seats* 25Driver Position Memory System* 25Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat* 266-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat* 26Folding 2nd & 3rd Row Seats* 27Front Active Headrests* 28Front Seat Headrest Adjustment 28OTHER KEY FEATURESRemote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)* 29Double-Turn Lock/Unlock All* 29Smart Key* 29HomeLink® with Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror* 30Power Tailgate 31Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine Light) 31Manual Rear Hatch Release Button 31Map/Room/Dome Lamps 32Sunvisor 32Sunroof Operation* 33Roof Rack* 33 Rear-Camera Display* 34Backup Warning System* 34SAFETYOccupant Detection System (ODS) / PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF Indicator 35Child Safety Locks 35Safety Belts 36LEGAL DISCLAIMERS (See Back Inside Cover Page) MAINTENANCE (See Back Cover)
ESSENTIAL FEATURES
SORENTO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE*IF EQUIPPED
Driving while drowsy or distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Drivers should remain attentive to driving and exercise caution when using vehicle systems while driving.

3ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPERATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Charging System Warning Light
Cruise SET Indicator
Cruise Indicator
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light
Electronic Power Steering Warning Light
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REMINDER: Your vehicle’s instrument cluster & indicator light locations may differ from those in the illustrations See your Owner’s Manual for more details
Instrument Cluster Overview / Indicators & Warning Lights
A Tachometer
B Turn Signal Indicators
C Speedometer
D Engine Temperature Gauge
E Indicator & Warning Lights
F Gear Shift Position Indicator*
G Odometer/Tripmeter*
H Trip Computer*
I Fuel Gauge
For more information on the function of all indicator and warning lights, please refer to the Owner’s Manual
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Low Windshield Washer Warning Light
Light on Indicator
AWD System Warning Light*
AWD LOCK Indicator*
ECOMINDER® Indicator
Key Out Warning Light*
Immobilizer Indicator*
High Beam Indicator
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator*
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator*

Low Tire Pressure Light / Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Malfunction Indicator
Malfunction Indicator
Tailgate Open Warning Light
Front Fog Light Indicator
Seat Belt Warning Light
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light
Door Ajar Warning Light
Air Bag Warning Light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Warning Light
*IF EQUIPPED
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Trip Computer / Tripmeter* Fuel Efficiency
The Trip Computer is a driver
information system that displays
information related to driving on the
display when the ignition switch is in
the ON position
To toggle through the different Trip
Computer modes, press the TRIP
button A
To display the Tripmeter, press the
TRIP button A, then select TRIP A or
TRIP B Press the RESET button B to
rest the Tripmeter to zero
There are several factors that
contribute to your vehicle’s
fuel efficiency, including
maintenance of your vehicle,
driving style, environmental
conditions, vehicle weight
and vehicle aerodynamics
Below are tips on how to help
improve fuel efficiency:
• Keep your vehicle in good
condition with regular
maintenance
• Don’t let the engine idle
longer than necessary
• Drive at a moderate speed,
accelerating smoothly and
at a moderate rate
• Keep tires inflated to the recommended pressure
• Travel lightly, without carrying unnecessary weight in
your vehicles
• Avoid placing large or heavy items on roof racks
• Avoid hilly, winding or poorly maintained roads
REMINDER: Driving range will vary depending on your vehicle’s fuel tank size, e g 12-gal vs 24-gal , even though the MPG may be the same
For more information on Fuel Economy, you can snap the QR code above to view a video or refer to the brochure “GET TING MORE OUT OF E VERY GALLON, FUEL-SAVING TIPS TO DRIVE BY ” available at your local dealership.
Fuel Economy Video To view a video on your mobile device, SNAP this QR code or visit the listed website
Refer to page 2 for more information
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(Type A Cluster)
(Type B Cluster)
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(TRIP/RESET button located on the steering wheel)
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Average M P G
Elapsed Time
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Distance to Empty
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REMINDER: Appearance of Tripmeter display may differ as equipped
REMINDER: All stored driving information (except Odometer and Distance to Empty) is reset if the battery is disconnected
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5ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPERATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS *IF EQUIPPED
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Kia Tire Pressure Monitoring System Video
To view a video on your mobile device, SNAP this QR code or visit the listed website
Refer to page 2 for more information
Ecominder and Active ECO Video
QR CODETire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
REMINDER: Consult your dealer for service if Low Tire Pressure Light remains illuminated after inflating your tire(s)
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The indicator functions as both Low Tire
Pressure Light and TPMS Malfunction Indicator
The TPMS indicator will illuminate if: one or more
tires is significantly underinflated, the vehicle has a
spare tire without TPMS or the outside temperature
becomes significantly colder
• Inflate tire(s) to specifications to turn off Low Tire
Pressure Light using an accurate digital tire
pressure gauge See front driver’s door jamb for
PSI specification
• The TPMS Malfunction Indicator will illuminate
after it blinks for approximately one minute when
there is a problem with the TPMS See dealer
for service
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• Even with TPMS, tire pressure should be checked manually at least once a month Only adjust Tire Pressure on “cold tires”
• For proper maintenance, safety, and optimal fuel economy, maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the load limits and weight distribution recommended for your vehicle
• In winter or cold weather, the TPMS light may illuminate if the tire pressure was adjusted to the recommended tire inflation pressure during warm weather
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To help improve your fuel efficiency:
• Drive at a moderate speed, accelerating smoothly and at a moderate rate
• Keep tires inflated to the recommended pressure
• Be sure the wheels are properly aligned
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Active ECO System*
Active ECO helps to improve fuel efficiency by
controlling several vehicle components When
activated, it optimizes drivetrain operations such as
engine power and transmission to help improve fuel
economy
To turn ON, press the Active ECO button A The
button light will turn on and the green ECO indicator
light B in the instrument cluster will illuminate
(indicating that you are getting optimal fuel
efficiency) The Active ECO System will remain on
even when the engine is turned off and restarted
To turn Active ECO OFF, press the button A again
(Button panel located below Gear Shif t)
( ECO indicator located on instrument cluster)
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For more information on Active ECO, refer to your Owner’s Manual or contact your local dealership.
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7ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPERATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS *IF EQUIPPED 7
DRIVER’S PANELDRIVER’S PANELDRIVER’S PANEL
AWD Transfer Mode*
Press the AWD Mode selector button E to activate or deactivate AWD Lock mode
AWD Lock Mode:
Activates AWD for climbing or descending sharp grades, off-road driving,
driving on sandy and muddy roads, etc , to help provide optimal traction
given the terrain
AWD Auto Mode:
The vehicle operates similar to conventional 2WD vehicles If the system
determines that there is a need for the AWD mode, the engine’s driving power
is distributed to all four wheels automatically without driver intervention
Instrument Panel Dimmer*
With parking lights/headlights ON, press
button D (+) or (-) to adjust the brightness
of the instrument panel illumination
REMINDER: Door mood lamp is a fixed brightness and cannot be adjusted
REMINDER: The Instrument Panel Dimmer does not adjust brightness on the Navigation System screen Use Navigation setup to adjust brightness on the Navigation System
Heated Steering
Wheel Button*
Press F to turn ON/OFF
Steering Wheel Heater, while
the Engine Start/Stop Button
is in the ON position Steering
Wheel Heater will turn OFF
automatically in 30 minutes,
or when button is pressed
again to deactivate
If ignition is turned OFF, then ON again within 30 minutes of Steering Wheel Heater being turned ON, the system will remain in the ON position
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DRIVER’S PANELDRIVER’S PANELDRIVER’S PANEL
Power Windows, Window Lock
& Central Door Lock
Electric/Folding Mirrors*
D Toggle left or right to select mirror Thenpress arrows to adjust mirror position
To both fold and unfold the outside rearview mirror, press the folding mirror button E as pictured
A Pull/Press to operate Driver’s Window Auto Up/Down*
B Press to Unlock/Lock All Doors
C Press to disable all Passenger Windows
REMINDER: When pressed C, window controls for the Passenger Windows are disabled, including from the driver’s controls
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Kia Engine Start/Stop Button and Smart Key Video To view a video on your mobile device, SNAP this QR code or visit the listed website
Refer to page 2 for more information
QR CODEPower/Heated Outside Mirrors*
Mirror heaters controlled with Rear Defroster
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Engine Start/Stop Button*
To start the engine:
1 Depress the brake
pedal
2
Press the ENGINE START/STOP
button while in Park (or while in
Neutral for Manual Gear Shift)
To turn the vehicle OFF, press the
ENGINE START/STOP button
To use the ENGINE START/STOP
button, you must have the Smart Key
fob on your person or in the vehicle
REMINDER: In an emergency situation while the vehicle is in motion, you are able to turn the engine off and to the ACC position by pressing the ENGINE START/ STOP button for more than 2 seconds or 3 times successively within 3 seconds
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Auto Door Lock/Unlock* will engage when gear shift is moved in to or out of the P (Park) position
Mirrors do not automatically unfold when using Driver’s Door Lock/Unlock button on door handle
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REMINDER: To automatically fold mirrors when exiting vehicle, press the LOCK button twice on the Smart Key
REMINDER: To lock position of mirrors, toggle switch to the neutral (center) position
To use electrical accessories:ACC position • When in the OFF position (no light) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once (Orange light A)
On position • When already in the ACC position (Orange light A) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button again (Reddish Orange light B)
• When in the OFF position (no light) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice (Reddish Orange light B)
Keeping the vehicle in ACC or ON position too long can discharge the vehicle's battery
QUICK TIPS

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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
A Audio Mode button: Press to cycle through FM1-2/AM/
SAT 1-3/CD/USB/AUX/iPod®
B Seek/Preset button • Radio Mode: Press to advance through Preset Stations
Press and hold to AUTO SEEK
• CD/ USB/iPod® Mode: Press to move TRACK UP/
DOWN Press and hold to FF/REWC Volume button: Press up/down to raise/lower volume
D Mute button: Press to mute all audio
E Cruise Control ON/OFF button: Press to turn the
Cruise Control ON/OFF
F Resume Cruising Speed button: Press to Resume or
increase Cruising Speed
G Set Cruising Speed button: Press to set or decrease
Cruising Speed
H Cruise Control Cancel button: To cancel Cruise
Control setting, do one of the following:
• Press the brake pedal
• Press the CANCEL button H
Cruise ControlAudio Controls
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Pressing the Audio Mode button for more than 1 second will turn Audio Mode ON/OFF • Cruise Control is designed to function only above 25 mph
• The Cruise Control system will not activate until the brake pedal has been depressed at least once after ignition ON or engine starting
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For further audio system operations, refer to pages 14 , 16 – 21
REMINDER: Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations See your Owner’s Manual for more details
*IF EQUIPPED