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
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SORENTO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE6*IF EQUIPPED
Trip Modes / Trip Computer
The Trip Computer is a driver information system
that displays information related to driving on the
display when the Engine Start /Stop button is in the
ON position .
To cycle through the LCD Instrument Cluster modes,
press the Mode button A .
To select and enter Trip Computer mode ,
press the Move button B up/down and then press
OK button C to enter . To cycle through and select
the different screens (Fuel Economy, Trip A, Trip B),
press the Move button B up/down again and then
press OK button C . When displaying TRIP A or TRIP
B screens, press and hold the OK button C to reset
the Tripmeter to zero .
Press the OK button C to go back to the previous
mode/item
REMINDERS:
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Appearance of Trip Computer display may differ as equipped
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All stored driving information (except Odometer and Range) is reset if the battery is disconnected
LCD Instrument Cluster Modes
Press the Mode button A to cycle through different LCD
Instrument Cluster Modes:
Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations.
Trip Computer Mode: Displays driving
information for tripmeter, fuel economy, etc .
A/V Mode: Displays the state of the A / V System
Turn-by-Turn Mode*: Displays the state of
the navigation system
User Settings Mode: Change settings of the
doors, lamps and other features
Information Modes: Informs on service
intervals / Informs of warning messages related
to washer fluid, Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
system malfunction and other systems / Informs
when any door is not securely closed
Advanced Smart Cruise Control (ASCC) /
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)*:
Displays the state of the ASCC and LDWS
(Type B Cluster)
FUEL ECONOMY
• R ANGE • Average MPG • Instant MPG
TRIP A
• Tripmeter A • Average MPH • Elapsed Time (E / T )
TRIP B
• Tripmeter B • Average MPH • Elapsed Time (E / T )
DIGITAL SPEEDOMETER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
SORENTO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE8*IF EQUIPPED
Drive Mode Integrated Control Video
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Refer to page 2 for more information .
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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:
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The system is turned ON and in Normal mode when ignition is in the ON position
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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)
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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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9ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS . *IF EQUIPPED
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 .
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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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SORENTO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE10*IF EQUIPPED
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
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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
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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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 .
DRIVER'S PANEL
SORENTO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE12*IF EQUIPPED
(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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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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DRIVER'S PANEL
SORENTO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE14*IF EQUIPPED
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 .
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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
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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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS