2019 KIA SORENTO change time

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 that 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 help to 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 Kia endeavors to ensure that 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.
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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
Set/Reset (OK) 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:
•
Appearance of Trip Computer display may differ as equipped
•
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 .
Turn-by-Turn Mode*: Displays the state of
the navigation system
User Settings Mode: Change settings of the
doors, lamps and other features
Master Warning Mode: Informs on low tire
pressure warnings, Blind-Spot Collision Warning
(BCW )*† system malfunction and other systems .
Assist Mode*: Displays the state of the SCC
with S&G†, Lane Keeping Assist, TPMS†; In AWD
AUTO MODE, the cluster displays the traction
force distribution status of the front and rear
wheels . In AWD LOCK MODE, the cluster doesn’t
display the status .
(Type B Cluster)
TRIP
• Average MPG • Instant MPG
ACCUMULATED INFO
• Tr ipme t e r • Average MPG • Elapsed Time (E / T )
DRIVE INFO
• Tr ipme t e r • Average MPG • Elapsed Time (E / T )
SMART SHIFT*
MODE
RESSET
CRUISE
CANCEL
OK
A
B
C
( Type A; Controls located on Steering Wheel)
DIGITAL SPEEDOMETER
Fuel Economy
N
Average 12.4 MPG
0 50
25
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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.

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Tilt/Telescoping
Steering Wheel†2 5
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
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
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)* — DRL may help others to see the
front of your vehicle during the day . The lights will be on automatically
when the ignition or Engine Start /Stop button is ON and the headlight
switch is in the AUTO position, unless one of the following occurs:
•Headlights are on
•Parking brake is applied
•Engine is turned off
•Switch is in the DRL OFF position
AUTO Light position* — 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 .
Low Beam Assist-Dynamic (LBA-D)* — The LBA-D is designed to
help improve visibility during nighttime driving by aiming the low beam
headlights toward the direction the vehicle is moving . LBA-D controls the
aiming direction based on steering angle and speed . When the light switch
is in the AUTO Light position, the LBA-D will activate .
High Beam Assist (HBA)* — High Beam Assist is designed to
automatically adjust the headlight range by switching between high
and low beams based on light detected from other vehicles and road
conditions . To enable HBA, toggle the light switch to the AUTO Light
position and turn on the high beams by pushing the lever away from you .
The High Beam Assist indicator will illuminate .
DRL
OFF
DRLOFF
Headlight position
Parking light position
AUTOAuto Light / HBA* / LBA-D*
DRL OFFOFF position
It may be helpful to pull/push bottom of Steering Wheel towards/away from you to adjust desired distance prior to adjusting the angle .
QUICK TIP
Low Beam Assist-Dynamic (LBA-D) 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
REMINDERS:
•
DRL only operates during the daytime
•
When the LBA-D indicator illuminates on the instrument cluster, the LBA-D is not working properly . See an authorized Kia dealer for service .
•
HBA will operate when vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph
•
If the lever is pushed away from you while HBA is operational, HBA will turn off and the high beams will be on continuously . If the lever is pulled toward you while HBA is operational, HBA will turn off
•
If the light switch is switched to the headlight position, HBA will turn off low beams will be on continuously
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS

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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
QUICK TIPS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS

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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
QUICK TIPS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS

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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 .
QUICK TIPSSmart Cruise Control
canceled
F
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10 6 f tD
( Type B Steering Wheel shown; buttons located on right side of Steering Wheel)
MODE
RESOKSET
CRUISE
CANCEL
B
CE
A
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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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*IF EQUIPPED †LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER
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