2019 KIA SORENTO Features and Functions Guide

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DRL
OFF
DRLOFF
Turn Signals & Fog Lights*
To o p e r a t e :
•Turn Signals - Move lever Up/Down for Right /
Left Turn Signal
•Fog Lights - Press toggle switch A to turn
Fog Lights ON/OFF
REMINDER: Headlights must be ON for Fog Light operation .
For more information on the User Settings Mode, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.
One-Touch Lane Change Signal is activated by
moving the Turn Signal Lever up/down slightly for
less than 1 second and then releasing . The lane
change signal will blink 3 times .
To change how many times (3/5/7) the Lane Change
Signal blinks, go to User Settings Mode in the LCD
Instrument Cluster modes .
To o p e r a t e :
•Move lever Up/Down to
change Wiper modes
•Push switch B to adjust
Intermittent Wipe
•Pull lever to spray
and wipe
Auto Control (Rain Sensing)*
The rain sensor located on the upper end of the windshield glass senses the amount of
rainfall and controls the wiping cycle for the proper interval . The more it rains, the faster
the wiper operates . When the rain stops, the wiper stops .
To adjust the Auto Rain Sensing speed setting, move the speed control switch B up/down .
Windshield Wipers & Washers
M I S T: Single wipe
OFF: Wiper off
INT/AUTO*: Intermittent Wipe/ Rain Sensing*
LO: Slow wipe
HI: Fast wipe
FRONTMIST
HIPUSH
REARLO
OFF
OFF INT
INT
LO HI
PULL
FRONTMIST
HIPUSH
REARLO
OFF
OFF INT
INT
LO HI
PULL
FRONTMIST
HIPUSHREARLO
OFF
OFF INT
INT
LO HI
PULL
FRONTMIST
HIPUSHREARLO
OFF
OFF INT
INT
LO HI
PULL
B
A
HI: Fast wipe
LO: Slow wipe
OFF: Wiper off
On Rear Wipers, intermittent wipe function is not adjustable . LO and HI sets wiper speed .
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Rear Wiper & Washer*
To operate:
•Rotate Rear Wiper switch to change
Wiper modes
•Push to spray and wipe

•Moving switch B up increases intermittent wipe frequency and wipe speed . Moving switch down decreases frequency of wipes
•Set the wiper to OFF position when the wiper is not in use
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Bluetooth® Wireless Technology†5,23
For more information, if equipped, refer to the Car Multimedia System User's Manual or the Owner’s Manual. For Bluetooth® Wireless Technology FAQs, go to www.kia.com, or call Consumer Information for Bluetooth® Technology at (800) 333-4KIA. Refer to your Owner’s Manual for more specific Bluetooth® Wireless Technology phone pairing and operation instructions.
A Talk button: Press to activate voice recognition (UVO eServices* /
UVO eServices with Premium Navigation* only)
B Volume button: Press up/down to raise/lower speaker volume
Mute button: Press to mute the microphone during a call
C Receive/Place Call button: Press to receive/place/answer calls .
In vehicles with navigation, if no phone is paired, press button to
pair a phone
D End Call button: Press to end a call or cancel a functionYour vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations.
Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Drivers should remain attentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the steering-wheel-mounted controls while driving.
MODE
RESOKSET
CRUISE
CANCEL
B
CD
A

•When using the voice command feature*, wait for the system BEEP before speaking the command
•
Phonebook transfer upload time varies by phone model and with number of phonebook entries
•Because of differences in phone quality, service providers and Bluetooth® Wireless Technology chip programming, functionality may differ from one phone to another
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( Type B Steering Wheel shown)
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Voice Recognition* and Phone Contact Tips
To help optimize the Bluetooth® Wireless
Technology Voice Recognition system, below
are some tips and reminders . Improve the
performance by making a few simple changes
to your phone contacts:
•Use full names (first and last names) vs .
short or single-syllable names (“John Smith”
vs . “Dad,” “Smith Residence” vs . “Home”)
•Avoid using special characters, emoji’s or
hyphenated names (@, &, #, /, -, *, +, etc . )
•Avoid using acronyms (“In Case of
Emergency” vs . “ICE”) or words with all
capital letters
•Spell words completely, no abbreviations
(“Doctor Smith” vs . “Dr . Smith”)
The system may have difficulty understanding
some accents or uncommon names . Below are other
tips to optimize using the voice recognition .
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology†5,23 (continued)
Pairing a Phone
For instructions on how to pair a phone, refer to the
Car Multimedia System User’s Manual or your vehicle’s
Quick Start Guide .
How to Place a Call
When using the voice command feature*, wait for the
system BEEP before speaking the command .
There are two options for placing a call:
•Option 1: Press the Receive/Place Call button C
(displays the phone screen with call history)
•Option 2: Press the Talk button* A . Then say the
command “Call {name}” or “Dial {number}”, followed
by contact name or number
Voice Recognition Tips 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
QR CODE
During the pairing process, be sure to accept the connection requests on the phone for phonebook download and to allow acceptance of all future Bluetooth® connection requests
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•When placing a call, speak in a natural, moderate tone, with clear pronunciation . The system may have trouble recognizing commands if you speak too soft or too loud
•Always wait for the beep before speaking any commands
•Close windows and sunroof and turn off A /C - Open windows, sunroof, weather (wind/rain), or an A /C fan operating at higher speeds can interfere with Voice Recognition
•Press the talk button and say “Help” to get a list of available commands
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MODE
RESOKSET
CRUISE
CANCEL
REMINDER: Cruise Control is a part of the Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go* and can be set as the operating mode . To switch from SCC to Cruise Control, press and hold the CRUISE button (the SCC system must not be activated to change modes) . Repeat to switch back to SCC mode .
Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations. See your Owner’s Manual for more details
Audio Controls†2 3Cruise Control†2 3
D CRUISE Control ON/OFF button: Press to turn the Cruise Control ON/OFF
E Resume Cruising Speed button: Press up to resume or increase
cruising speed
Set Cruising Speed button: Press down to set or decrease Cruising Speed
F Cruise Control CANCEL button: To cancel Cruise Control, do one of the
following:
•Press the brake pedal
•Press the CANCEL button
A Audio MODE button: Press to cycle through FM/AM/SiriusXM®* /
Media modes
Audio System ON/OFF: Press and hold to turn power on; Press to
turn power off
B Seek/Preset buttons:
FM/AM/SiriusXM® Modes: Press to advance through Preset Stations .
Press and hold to auto seek
Media Modes: Press up/down to move track up/down . Press and hold
to fast forward/rewind (except for Bluetooth® Audio)
C Volume button: Press up/down to raise/lower volume
Mute button: Press to mute all audio
Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Drivers should remain attentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the steering-wheel-mounted controls while driving.
A
CB
D
E
F
Pressing the Audio Mode button for more than 1 second will turn Audio Mode ON/OFF .
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•Cruise Control is designed to function above 20 mph •The Cruise Control system will not activate until the brake pedal has been depressed at least once after ignition ON or engine start
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( Type B Steering Wheel shown)
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The SCC system is a supplemental system and is not a substitute for safe driving. It is the responsibility of the driver to always check the speed and distance to the vehicle ahead.
Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go*†6
The Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go* system is designed to maintain a predetermined
distance from vehicles detected ahead by automatically adjusting the driving speed as
needed . When traffic is encountered, the vehicle will be slowed to maintain a set
distance behind traffic without depressing the accelerator or brake pedal .
To set/adjust the SCC speed:
•Push the CRUISE button A to turn system ON . The CRUISE indicator will illuminate
on the instrument cluster
•Accelerate/decelerate to the desired speed and press lever B down to set speed
•Press button B down to set the speed . Press the RES+/SET- button B up/down to increase/decrease the set speed
•The SET indicator light, set speed and vehicle-to-vehicle distance will illuminate on the instrument cluster’s LCD screen .
To set the vehicle-to-vehicle distance: Press the SCC button C on the steering wheel . The image on the LCD screen D
will change when scrolling through the settings . Each time the button is pressed, the vehicle-to-vehicle distance changes .
To cancel SCC operation: Press the CANCEL button D . The LCD screen will display
a message that the SCC operation is canceled G .
To turn SCC system OFF: Press the CRUISE button A . The CRUISE indicator
on the instrument cluster will turn OFF .
REMINDERS: •
Cruise Control button must be ON in order to turn SCC ON/OFF •
The SCC System is operating when driving above the speed of 6 .0 mph •
SCC system is activated when ignition is turned on . Speed will need to be reset when ignition is cycled on •
The SCC system remains ON when ignition is cycled . The speed setting will need to be reset when ignition is cycled •
The distance settings are approximations and may vary depending on factory settings at the time . See owner’s manual for more information •
The SCC is also canceled when the driver’s door is opened, gear shift is changed out of D (Drive), EPB is activated and various other conditions . See owner’s manual for other conditions . •
In standard Cruise Control, the driver needs to manually assess the distance from other vehicles as the system will not apply brakes to slow down automatically •
If the SCC system is left on, it can be activated inadvertently . Keep the system off when not in use to avoid setting a speed which the driver is not aware of .
The distance settings are approximations and may vary depending vehicle speed at the time . See owner’s manual for more information .
CRUISE100 MPHCRUISE100 MPH
CRUISE60 MPHCRUISE100 MPH
Smart Cruise Control
Mode
G
Cruise Control Mode
H
Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go* 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
QR CODE
To change the Cruise Control mode from SCC G to standard Cruise Control H, press and hold CRUISE button A . Repeat to switch modes again ( The SCC system must not be activated to change modes) .
For the SCC System to operate:
•When no vehicle is in front, you must be travelling at a minimum speed of 20 mph
•When following a vehicle, there is no minimum speed requirement
When following a vehicle, the system will automatically adjust the cruise speed based on the vehicle in front . It may bring the vehicle to a complete stop if necessary . If the vehicle stops for more than 3 seconds, the system will disable .
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canceled
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( Type B Steering Wheel shown; buttons located on right side of Steering Wheel)
MODE
RESOKSET
CRUISE
CANCEL
B
CE
A
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Android AutoTM†3 / Apple CarPlay®†4 Setup
Android Auto™* – Setting up Android Auto™:
1 . From an Android Auto™ compatible device, download the Android Auto™ app from the Google Play™ Store .† 11
2 . Open the Android Auto™ app and proceed with the on-screen instructions to complete setup on the mobile device .
How to start Android Auto™:
1 . Press the SETUP key on the audio control unit .
2 . Press the PHONE PROJECTION button , select Android Auto™ then select ENABLE ANDROID AUTO . Accept all
terms, conditions and requests on the head unit and phone in order to use Android Auto™
3 . Connect the Android™ device with the vehicle’s USB port using the manufacturer’s cable provided with your phone .
4 . From the vehicle’s home screen, select the Android Auto™ button, where you’ll see all the Android Auto™ supported apps .
Apple CarPlay®* – Setting up and starting Apple CarPlay®:
1 . On the head unit, press the SETUP key
2 . Press the PHONE PROJECTION or Connectivity button , select Apple CarPlay® then
select ENABLE APPLE CARPL AY . [Accept all terms, conditions and requests on the head unit
and phone in order to use Apple CarPlay®]
3 . Connect the Apple CarPlay® compatible iPhone with the vehicle’s USB port using the
manufacture’s cable provided with your iPhone
4 . From the vehicle’s home screen, select the Apple CarPlay® button, where you’ll see all the
Apple CarPlay® supported apps
UVO eServices†1 / Activation* (Systems equipped with UVO eServices only):
1 . Using a compatible smartphone to access your App Store, download the Kia UVO app
2 . In your smartphone’s settings, ensure that Location Services are enabled
3 . Using the Kia UVO app, register for a new MyUVO .com account
4 . Follow the In Car Setup Instructions on the Kia UVO app to complete the UVO eServices Activation .
For further UVO eServices operations, refer to the Car Multimedia System User’s Manual. For other audio system information, refer to pages 21-23 .
REMINDERS:
• Android Auto™ compatibility requirements: Micro-USB cable that came with your phone, OS Android™ 5 .0 or higher, compatible Android smartphone and data and wireless plan for applicable feature(s) .
•
Apple CarPlay compatibility requirements: Apple Lightning® cable, latest iOS software, iPhone 5 or later and data and wireless plan for applicable feature(s)
•
It is recommended to always update your phone to the latest operating system release
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe bodily 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 which are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS
Audio System Setup Options – Press the SETUP key, then using the touchscreen, press the menu item to enter (Display, Sound, Clock /Calendar, Phone, System) . Adjust the available settings for each equipped audio system setup option by pressing the onscreen buttons/arrows . Audio system setup options may include the following:
•Display settings – Adjusting the Brightness, Mode Popup, MP3 Information Display
•Sound settings – Sound Settings, Speed Dependent Volume Control, Voice Recognition Volume, Touchscreen Beep
•Clock/Calendar settings – Clock Settings, Time Format, Calendar Settings, Clock Display
•System settings – Memory Information, Prompt Feedback, Language
Custom Key : A programmable key to provide quick access to one of several available system features .
To Program the Custom Key: Press the SETUP key, then press the Custom button . Select one of the available features you would like the Custom button to open .
Your vehicle’s audio system may differ from that in the illustration. For further audio system operations, refer to pages 22-23 or see your Owner’s Manual.
Sound Settings – To adjust the Standard Audio Systems sound settings:
1 . Press the SETUP key on the audio control unit or the on-screen MENU button, when in MEDIA mode .
2 . Select the on-screen SOUND button
3 . Select the menu item (Position, Tone, Speed Dependent Volume, Beep)
4 . Using the touchscreen, press arrows to adjust the settings
Standard Audio System*
FM/AM/Media (USB, iPod® †13, Aux, Bluetooth® Audio, My Music)*
RADIO
CD-INMAP
MEDIA
SEEK
TRACK
PWR VOL FILETUNE
PHONEHOME
SETUP
APPS
Press to enter HOME mode
Press to enter PHONE mode
Press to enter SETUP mode
Press to enter CUSTOM mode
Rotate to change Radio Station/ Media tracks/songs/files. Press to select
Press to select previous/next Radio stations/Media tracks/songs/files . Press and hold to move quickly through stations/tracks/songs/files
Press to Power On/Off
. Rotate to adjust volume
Press to select FM/AM modes
Press to select MEDIA modes
REMINDER: To help minimize driver distraction, some audio system functionalities have been modified while the vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or moved out of Park .

•When connected to Android Auto or Apple CarPlay on your smartphone, the smartphone’s nevigation system may also be available . •A warning screen may appear periodically to remind users that the audio system should be operated when the engine is running to prevent battery discharge •Prolonged use of the audio control unit in ACC mode may drain the vehicle’s battery
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UVO eServices*†1 – FM/AM/SiriusXM®†21/Media (USB, iPod® †13, My Music, Aux, BT Audio)
Sound Settings: To adjust the audio control unit’s sound settings:
1 . Press the SETUP key on the audio control unit or the on-screen MENU button, when in MEDIA mode .
2 . Select the on-screen SOUND button, or SOUND SET TINGS
3 . Select the menu item (Position, Tone, Advanced, Default)
4 . Use the onscreen buttons to adjust settings .
Radio Presets: You can listen to FM, AM and SiriusXM radio and save frequently used stations .
How to Save a Preset: Press and hold the desired slot . This saves the current station in the selected slot SiriusXM®
Smart Favorites: For the first ten favorite SiriusXM channels, you may play live or repeat from the beginning of a song or a program segment .
In Radio mode, choose SiriusXM, then select any of the first six favorites . During song or program play, tap the Skip Backward icon to start from the beginning of the song or program . Tap the Play Live icon to return to the live broadcast .
Custom Button : A programmable button to provide quick access to one of several available system features .
To Program the Custom Button: Press the SETUP button, then press the Custom button . Select one of the available features you would like the Custom button to open .

•When connected to Android Auto or Apple CarPlay . on your smartphone, the smartphone’s nevigation system may also be available . •When using the voice command feature, wait for the system BEEP before speaking the command •A warning screen may appear periodically to remind users that the navigation system should be operated when the engine is running to prevent battery discharge •At any time, you can interrupt UVO eServices Command Feedback by pressing the TALK button on the steering wheel •Prolonged use of the audio control unit in ACC mode may drain the vehicle’s battery
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Your vehicle’s audio system may differ from that in the illustration. For more information, refer to the Car Multimedia System User's Manual. See your Owner’s Manual for other details. For other audio system information, see pages 21-23.
Press briefly to do the following:• FM/AM mode: Play the previous/next frequency .• SiriusXM® mode: Change the channel .• MEDIA mode: Change the track, file or title (except for AUX ) .Press and hold to the do the following (over 0.8 seconds):• FM/AM mode: Move quickly through all of the frequencies . When released, the system seeks the next available frequency .• MEDIA mode: Rewinds or fast forwards the track or file (except for AUX and Bluetooth® Audio) .REMINDER: To help minimize driver distraction, some audio system functionalities have been modified while the vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or moved out of Park .
UVO eServices 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 CODE
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
RADIO
CD-IN
MEDIA
SEEK
TRACK
PWR VOL FILETUNE
PHONEHOME
DISP
SETUP
APPS
Press to enter HOME screen
Press to enter PHONE mode
Press to enter SETUP mode
Press to enter CUSTOM mode
Rotate to change Radio Station/ Media tracks/songs/files. Press to select
Press to Power On/Off
. Rotate to adjust volume
Press to select FM/AM modes
CD eject
CD inserted indicator
Press to select MEDIA modes