2018 KIA SORENTO Features and Functions Guide

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Service Interval Setting F
To set the service interval in User Settings mode:
•Press the Mode button A to cycle to User
Settings and press the OK button C to enter
•If Service Interval is OFF, press the OK
button C to turn ON
•Press the Move button B to select /change the
interval setting
•Press the OK button C to select the interval
To enter the User Settings mode in the LCD Instrument
Cluster Modes, press the Mode button A when the vehicle is
at a stand-still and with the Engine/Start Stop button in the
ON position and select User Settings by pressing the Move
button B up/down .
You can navigate the selections on the display by pressing
the Move button B, and then selecting the item by pressing
the OK button C .
Press the OK button C to go back to the previous mode/item .
User Settings mode:
Driving Assist
•Smart Cruise Control Response*
•Rear Cross Traf fic Alert*
•Forward Collision Warning*
Door/Liftgate (Tailgate)
•Automatically Lock/Unlock
•Two Press Unlock
•Door Lock Sound
•Power Liftgate*
•Smart Liftgate*
Lights
•One-Touch Turn Signal
•Head Lamp Delay*
•Welcome Light*
Sound
•Park Assist System Volume*
•Blind Spot Detection Sound*
•Welcome Sound*
User Settings
Seat/Steering
•Easy Seat Access*
•Steering Position
Service Interval
•ON/OFF
•Set mileage/months
Other Features
•Fuel Economy Auto Reset ON/OFF
•Wiper/Lights Display*
•Fuel Economy Unit
•Speedometer Subscale*
•Temperature Unit
•Tire Pressure Unit
•Language
To enter Service Mode, press
the Mode button A, scroll to
Service Mode by pressing the
Move button B . Then press the
OK button C to enter . System
will display number of miles
remaining until next service
is due, as well as the type of
service due .
When service is required, the
following will be displayed:
Service Required D .
To reset the Service Mode
system, press and hold the OK
button C for more than 1 second .
Press the OK button C to go back to the
previous mode/item
To turn Service In OFF E, go to User Settings .
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LCD Display Video
LCD Display: Maintenance Video
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(Type B cluster)
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Drive Mode Integrated Control Video
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ECO Mode (Active ECO)*
The Active ECO system helps improve fuel
economy 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 DRIVE MODE button B
and scroll through options until in the ECO mode .
The ECO mode indicator in the instrument cluster
will illuminate, indicating that the vehicle is in ECO
mode and Active ECO is operating . The Active
ECO system will remain on even when the ignition
is cycled .
To turn the Active ECO system OFF, press the
DRIVE MODE button B again and change to
another mode .
For more information on Active ECO, refer to your Owner’s Manual or contact your local dealership.
Drive Mode Integrated Control System*
The Drive Mode may be selected depending on driver’s
preferences and road conditions .
To cycle through the different Drive Modes A, press the
DRIVE MODE button B . The Instrument Cluster will display
SPORT or ECO when selected . When in Normal mode, it will
not display in the Instrument Cluster .
REMINDERS:
•
The system is turned ON and in Normal mode when ignition is in the ON position
•
When ECO mode is selected, the indicator will display and system remains on, even when ignition is cycled
•Steering effort may be slightly increased in Sport mode
(Located on Center Panel below Gear Shift)*
(Appears on LCD in Instrument Cluster)
A
B
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To help improve your fuel economy: •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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The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during
cornering maneuvers . It is a good idea to keep the ESC turned on for
daily driving whenever possible .
Press ESC OFF button A to turn Traction Control OFF/ON .
To turn OFF both the Traction Control and Stability Control, press and
hold for more than 3 seconds . Press again to turn ON .
HAC helps prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards when
accelerating from a stop while on a steep incline . The HAC automatically
activates whether the ESC is OFF or ON but does NOT activate when the
ESC has malfunctioned .
REMINDERS:
•
ESC is active by default at vehicle start-up . When ignition is cycled, ESC will turn ON again
•
The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate whenever the ESC is in operation
For more information on Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and its specific features and operations, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
REMINDER: The HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position .
(Outlet located on back of Center Console*)
(Button panel located left of Steering Wheel)
BCA
Instrument Panel Dimmer
AC Inverter*
With parking lights/headlights ON, press button B (+) or (-) to adjust
the brightness of the instrument panel illumination .
REMINDERS:
• The Instrument Panel Dimmer does not change brightness when headlights are turned off .
• The Instrument Panel Dimmer does not adjust brightness on the UVO eServices* nor the UVO eServices with Premium Navigation system* screens . Use those system's settings to adjust brightness on the screens .
The AC Inverter supplies 115V/150W electrical power to operate
accessories or equipment . Press AC Inverter button C to activate .
AC115V
MAX150W •
•When HAC is active (e .g ., during initial acceleration from a stop on an incline), you may notice that the brakes will momentarily remain engaged after you depress the accelerator – this is normal HAC operation . •HAC provides a 2-second delay before the vehicle may start rolling backwards
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Blind Spot Detection (BSD) System*
The BSD system uses radar sensors to help alert the driver before changing
lanes . The light on the BSD button A will illuminate when turned ON . The
outside rearview mirror warning lights will also illuminate for 3 seconds .
The system will become active when the vehicle is traveling more than 18 mph
and will alert the driver if another vehicle is detected by the radar sensor .
REMINDERS:
•When the BSD is ON and the vehicle power is cycled to OFF then ON again, the BSD system returns to ON
•
The RCTA feature can be turned OFF/ON in User Settings . When vehicle power is cycled, the RCTA will remain in the previous state
•For more information on RCTA, refer to the Owner’s Manual
For more information on the above systems, please refer to the Owner’s Manual.
Blind Spot Detection System w/RCTA Video
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DRCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
If the RCTA system sensors detect approaching vehicles from the left or right side D,
the system will sound an audible alert, the warning indicators on the outside rearview mirror
will illuminate and a message will appear on the LCD screen, when these conditions are met:
•The gear shift is in Reverse
•The vehicle is moving less than 6 mph
•The RCTA can be set to on/off in User Settings from the LCD Instrument Cluster modes
(Button panel located left of Steering Wheel)
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Blind Spot Detection (BSD) / Lane Change Assist (LCA)
1st-stage alert: When another vehicle is detected within the BSD System boundary B, or vehicle in the LCA boundary C approaches at a high speed, a yellow indicator
will illuminate on the outside rearview mirrors .
2nd-stage alert: When 1st-stage alert is on and the driver activates a turn signal,
a flashing yellow indicator will illuminate on the outside rearview mirrors and the
system will sound an alert .
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Lane Departure Warning System Video
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Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)*
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)/Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*
With the Engine Start /Stop button in the ON position, press
the LDWS button E (shown on previous page) to turn system ON .
The instrument cluster indicator will illuminate white .
If the LDWS detects that you are veering outside of your lane,
the system may issue a warning on the LCD screen and an alert
may sound, under these conditions:
•The vehicle exceeds approximately 40 mph
•The LDWS system recognizes the lane the vehicle is traveling in
If LDWS button is ON/OFF and ignition is cycled, the system returns
to its previous state .
The AEB helps to alert the driver when rapidly approaching a vehicle that is slowing down,
braking or stopped A . A warning message will appear on the LCD screen and a chime
will sound . The AEB will become active when the vehicle is traveling more than 6 mph .
To turn the AEB off, go to User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes .
REMINDER: The AEB will be activated by default when vehicle power is cycled on, even when previously set to off
Autonomous (Assist) Emergency Braking is not a substitute for safe driving, and may not detect all objects in front of vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution.
REMINDER: LDWS will not issue a warning if the turn signal or hazard lights are activated .
The Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) is not a substitute for safe and proper driving. Always drive safely and use caution. LDWS may not always alert the driver if the vehicle is driven outside of its lane.
When the LDWS sensor detects the lane traveling in, the lane is illuminated
When the LDWS sensor does not detect the lane traveling in the lanes is not illuminated
When the LDWS sensor detects the vehicle veering outside of the lane traveling in, the lane the vehicle’s crossing will blink (shown in both images above)
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(Button located left of Steering Wheel)
Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock
Power Folding Outside Mirrors*
Press the L or R buttons D to select the mirror to adjust .
Press button arrows E left /right or up/down to adjust mirror position .
Toggle button F left /right to unfold/fold the outside rearview mirrors .
Toggle button F to center to automatically fold/unfold mirrors when:
•The Smart Key* Lock /Unlock buttons are pressed
•The door outside handle button* is pressed
A Pull/Press to operate Front Windows Auto Up/Down*
B Press to Unlock /Lock All Doors (also unlocks Fuel Door)
C Press to disable Rear Passenger Windows
REMINDER: When pressed C, window controls for the Rear Passenger Windows are disabled .
REMINDER: To lock position of mirrors, press switch to the OFF position (LED not lit) .
Heated Outside Mirrors
Mirror heaters are controlled with Rear Defroster .
Automatic Door Lock/Unlock
Auto Door Lock /Unlock will engage when the gear shift is moved
in to or out of the P (Park) position . Refer to the User Settings in
the LCD Instrument Cluster modes on how to turn Auto Door Lock /
Unlock ON/OFF .
(Button/switch panel located on Driver's Door )
Press the Fuel Door Release button to
release the fuel door .
Fuel Door Release Button
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B
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F

The mirrors will automatically unfold when the Smart Key* is within close proximity to the vehicle .
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Press button again to stop Auto Up/Down function .
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MIRROR
Reverse Parking Aid Function*
When the gear shift lever is moved into R (Reverse)
and while the vehicle is moving backward, the outside
rearview mirrors A will rotate downward to aid in
reverse parking .
When the left or right mirror buttons B are depressed,
the Reverse Parking Aid Function will operate (LED lit) .
To turn OFF the function, press the switches again.
The outside rearview mirrors will automatically return to
their original positions when:
•The ENGINE START/STOP Button is in the OFF position
•The gear shift lever is moved to any position except R
(Reverse)
•
Outside rearview mirror switches are not depressed
REMINDER: When one of the outside rearview mirror switches are not depressed (LED lit), the Reverse Parking Aid Function will not operate and the outside rearview mirrors will not rotate downward .
(Button/switch panel located on Driver's Door)
A
B
Engine Start/Stop Button & Smart Key Video
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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 gear shift is in P (Park)

To turn the engine 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 inside the vehicle .
REMINDERS:
•
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
•
If the Smart Key battery is weak or not working properly, hold the Smart Key fob up to the ENGINE START/STOP button (Lock button side closest) and press to start engine
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To use electrical accessories:
ACC position •When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once (amber light)
ON position •When already in the ACC position (amber light) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button again (red light) •
When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice (red light)
Keeping the vehicle in ACC or the ON position for extended periods of time without turning engine on may discharge the vehicle’s battery .
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Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel
To adjust the Steering Wheel, press the Lock-Release Lever A down and adjust the desired angle B and distance C .
When finished, pull the Lock-Release Lever A up to lock
Steering Wheel in place .
A
C
B
Headlights & High Beams
AUTO Light function* — When the light switch is in the AUTO Light position, the tail
lights and headlights will turn ON/OFF automatically depending on the amount of light
outside the vehicle .
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFLS) / Dynamic Bending Light* — The
Adaptive Front Lighting System helps improve visibility during nighttime driving by
aiming the low beam headlights in the direction the vehicle is moving . AFLS controls
the aiming direction based on steering angle and speed .
When the light switch is in the AUTO Light position, the AFLS will activate .
REMINDER: When the AFLS indicator illuminates on the instrument cluster, the AFLS is not working properly . See authorized Kia dealer for service .
To o p e r a t e :
•Rotate switch to change the Headlight function
•Push lever to turn High Beams ON
•Pull lever to flash Headlights/High Beams
Headlight position
Parking light position
AUTOAuto Light / AFLS*
OFFOFF position
It may be helpful to pull/push bottom of Steering Wheel towards/away from you to adjust desired distance .
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Dynamic Bending Light Video
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS