2018 KIA SORENTO parking brake

VIDEOS & QR CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
INSTRUMENT CLUSTERInstrument Cluster Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Indicators & Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . 5Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5LCD Instrument Cluster Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Trip Modes / Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6User Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Service Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Drive Mode Integrated Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . 8ECO Mode (Active ECO)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
DRIVER’S PANELElectronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Instrument Panel Dimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9AC Inverter* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Blind Spot Detection (BSD) System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)* . . . . . . . . . .11Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) / Forward Collision Warning (FCW )* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock . . . . . 12Power Folding Outside Mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Heated Outside Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Automatic Door Lock / Unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Fuel Door Release Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Reverse Parking Aid Function* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Engine Start/Stop Button* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLSTilt / Telescoping Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Headlights & High Beams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Turn Signals & Fog Lights* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Windshield / Rear Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Bluetooth® Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Standard Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Advanced Smart Cruise Control (ASCC)* . . . . . . . . . . . 19
AUDIO SYSTEMSStandard Audio System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20UVO eServices / Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® Setup . . .21UVO eServices System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22UVO eServices with Premium Navigation* . . . . . . . . . .23
CENTER PANELSurround View Monitor (SVM)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting . . . . . . 25Paddle Shifters* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Automatic Climate Control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26AWD (All-Wheel Drive) Lock* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Manual Climate Control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Aux / USB / iPod® Ports, Power Outlets & AC Inverter* . . . 29Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Auto Hold* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Heated Steering Wheel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
S E AT I N GFront Seat Headrest Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Driver Position Memory System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Power Adjustable Driver's Seat* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Manual Adjustable Driver's Seat* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332nd-Row Folding Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342nd-Row Auto-Folding Seat* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343rd-Row Folding Seat* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Unfastening Center Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
OTHER KEY FEATURESSunvisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Sunglasses Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Remote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)* . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Double-Turn Lock / Unlock All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Smart Key* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Power Liftgate* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Smart Power Liftgate* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39HomeLink® with Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror* . . . . . 40Map/Room Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Panoramic Sunroof with Power Sunshade* . . . . . . . . . 41Rear Parking Assist System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Rear-Camera Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Hood Release Lever and Latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine Light) . . . 43Child-Protector Rear Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
SAFETY FEATURESOccupant Detection System (ODS) /Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Seat Belt Retractor Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . 45LEGAL DISCLAIMERS . . . See Back Inside Cover Page
ESSENTIAL FEATURES
SORENTO FE ATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
Advanced Smart Cruise Control (ASSC)* . . . . . . . . . 19
Air Conditioning / Automatic Climate Control* . . . . . . 26
Audio System – Standard Audio System* . . . . . . . . 20
Audio System – UVO eServices System* . . . . . . . . 22
Audio System – UVO eServices/Premium Navigation* . . 23
Aux/USB/iPod® Ports, Power Outlets & AC Inverter* . . . 29
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Service Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Smart Key* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . 5
Trip Modes / Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
User Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . 15
*IF EQUIPPED
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe personal injury and death. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and use of any handheld devices, other equipment or vehicle systems which take the driver’s eyes, attention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or that are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle.

SORENTO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE4*IF EQUIPPED
Indicators & Warning Lights
Your vehicle’s instrument cluster & indicator light locations may differ from those in the illustrations. For more information on the instrument cluster and the function of all indicator and warning lights, please refer to the Owner’s Manual.
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
Malfunction Indicator Light
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Light*
Seat Belt Warning Light
Light ON Indicator Light
Head Lamp ON Indicator Light
High Beam Indicator Light
Front Fog Light Indicator Light
High Beam Assist Indicator Light*
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light
Automonous Emergency Braking (AEB)*
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Warning Light*
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Lock Indicator Light*
Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Warning Light
Charging System Warning Light
Airbag Warning Light
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Immobilizer Indicator Light*
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Icy Road Warning Indicator Light

Low Tire Pressure Light / Tire Pressure Monitoring System ( TPMS) Malfunction Indicator Light
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Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Warning Light
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Warning Indicator Light
AUTO HOLD Indicator*
Cruise Control SET Indicator*
Cruise Control ON Indicator*
Washer Fluid Warning Light*
Master Warning Light
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) ON/OFF Indicator Light
(Type B Cluster)
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

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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
QUICK TIPS
DRIVER'S PANEL

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AUTOL
R
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
To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website .
Refer to page 2 for more information .
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
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 .
QUICK TIPS
DRIVER'S PANEL

SORENTO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE30*IF EQUIPPED
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)*
The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system utilizes an electric motor to
engage the parking brake .
Applying the Parking Brake
Depress the brake pedal and pull up the EPB switch A . Ensure that the
indicator light is illuminated on the instrument cluster .
Releasing the Parking Brake
The EPB will automatically release when the shifter is placed in Reverse
or Drive .
To release EPB manually, depress the brake pedal, then press the EPB
switch A, with the ignition switch in the ON position . Ensure that the
indicator light is OFF .
REMINDERS:
•
As a bulb check, the EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned ON
•
If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily, or continues to remain lit, take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked
•The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving
•
A click or electric brake motor sound may be heard while operating or releasing the EPB, but these conditions are normal and indicate that the EPB is functioning properly
A
B
Auto Hold*
The Auto Hold maintains the vehicle in a standstill even though the
brake pedal is not depressed after the driver brings the vehicle to a
complete stop by depressing the brake pedal .
Depress the brake pedal, start the engine and then press the AUTO
HOLD button B . The white Auto Hold indicator will come on indicating
the system is in standby .
Before the Auto Hold will engage, the driver's door, engine hood and
trunk must be closed and the driver's seat belt must be fastened .
When coming to a complete stop by depressing the brake pedal,
the Auto Hold indicator changes from white to green indicating the
Auto Hold is engaged and EPB is applied . The vehicle will remain at a
standstill even if you release the brake pedal .
If EPB is applied, Auto Hold will be released .

•When leaving your keys with parking lot attendants or valet, make sure to inform them how to operate the EPB •If parked on a steep incline/decline, pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB application
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CENTER PANEL

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CLICK!
Fuel Cap / Malfunction
Indicator (Check Engine
Light)
Tighten for ONE CLICK to prevent
Malfunction Indicator from
illuminating .
REMINDER:
• The Fuel Filler Door Release button is located on the driver’s button panel, left of the Steering Wheel .
• It is normal operation when tightening to hear one click and then when Fuel Cap is released, it clicks back .
Child-Protector Rear Door Lock
Located on the rear edge of the rear passenger doors, turn the Child-
Protector Rear Door Lock to the lock position to disable the inner door
handles from opening the rear doors .
REMINDER: Child-Protector Rear Door Lock is located on rear passenger’s door jamb .
Opening the Hood:
1 . Pull the Hood Release Lever A to unlatch the Hood
2 . In the front of the vehicle, lift the Hood slightly, push the secondary
Latch B to the left inside of the Hood’s center and lift the Hood
3 . It will open by itself after it has been raised about half way .
REMINDER: Open the Hood only after turning the engine off, on a flat surface, with the gear shift in P (Park) position and setting the parking brake .
Hood Release Lever and Latch
(Lever located near floor below Driver's Panel) (Latch located inside hood)
(Lock located on rear passenger inside door jam)
A
B
Closing the Hood:
Lower the Hood about halfway and then press down to securely
lock in place .
One-Click Fuel Cap 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 .
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
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OTHER KEY FEATURES

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MAINTENANCE
22,500 miles
PERFORM
•Rotate tires
•Add fuel additive1 (Every 7,500 miles)
REPLACE
•Engine oil and filter (Every 7,500 miles)
(2 .0L Turbo-GDI – replace every 6,500 miles)
•Climate control air filter (For evaporator and blower unit)
INSPECT*
•Battery condition
•Air cleaner filter
•Vacuum hose
*And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace . 1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not mix other additives .
30,000 miles
PERFORM
•Rotate tires
•Add fuel additive1 (Every 7,500 miles)
REPLACE
•Climate control air filter (For evaporator and blower unit)
•Air cleaner filter
•Engine oil and filter (Every 7,500 miles)
(2 .0L Turbo-GDI – replace every 6,500 miles)
INSPECT*
•Battery condition
•Air cleaner filter
•Vacuum hose
•Air conditioning refrigerant
•Brake hoses and lines
•Drive shafts and boots
•Exhaust pipe and muffler
•Front brake disc/pads, calipers
•Propeller shaft (AWD)
•Rear brake disc/pads
•Steering gear box, linkage &
boots/lower arm ball joint,
upper arm ball joint
•Suspension mounting bolts
•Brake fluid
•Fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections
•Fuel tank air filter**2
•Parking brake
•Vapor hose and fuel filler cap,
fuel tank
Normal Maintenance Schedule (continued)
*And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace . * * If equipped . 1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not mix other additives . 2 Fuel filter & fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality . If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc ., replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an authorized Kia dealer for details .

SORENTO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE48
MAINTENANCE
And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace . 1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not mix other additives . 2 Fuel filter & fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality . If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc ., replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an authorized Kia dealer for details . 3 Inspect for excessive tappet noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary . 4 The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced excessively .
*And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace . 1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them . Do not mix other additives .
52,500 miles
PERFORM
•Rotate tires
•Add fuel additive1 (Every 7,500 miles)
REPLACE
•Engine oil and filter (Every 7,500 miles)
(2 .0L Turbo-GDI – replace every 6,500 miles)
INSPECT*
•Battery condition
•Air cleaner filter
•Vacuum hose
60,000 miles
PERFORM
•Rotate tires
•Add fuel additive1 (Every 7,500 miles)
REPLACE
•Climate control air filter (For evaporator and blower unit)
•Air cleaner filter
•Engine oil and filter (Every 7,500 miles) – (2 .0L Turbo-GDI – replace every 6,500 miles)
•Coolant (First, 60,000 miles, thereafter every 30,000 miles)
INSPECT*
•Battery condition
•Air cleaner filter
•Vacuum hose
•Air conditioning refrigerant
•Brake hoses and lines
•Drive shafts and boots
•Exhaust pipe and muffler
•Front brake disc/pads, calipers
•Propeller shaft (AWD)
•Rear brake disc/pads
•Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower
arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint
•Suspension mounting bolts
•Brake fluid
•Fuel lines, fuel hoses and connections
•Fuel tank air filter (if equipped)*2
•Parking brake
•Vapor hose and fuel filler cap, fuel tank
•Valve clearance3
•Drive belts (First 60,000 miles, thereafter
every 15,000 miles)*4
Normal Maintenance Schedule (continued)