2021 KIA SORENTO instrument cluster

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REMINDER: Cruise Control is a part of 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 Driving
Assist Mode CRUISE button. Repeat to switch back to SCC mode.
Cruise Control (CC)†2 3
A Driving Assist Mode CRUISE button: Press to turn the Cruise Control
ON/OFF. The indicator will illuminate on the instrument cluster and the
set speed will automatically activate at the vehicle’s current speed
B RES+ : Press up to resume or increase cruising speed
S E T- : Press down to set or decrease Cruising Speed
Pause/Resume button: Press to pause Cruise Control. Press again
to resume Cruise Control
Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go*†6 (continued)
REMINDERS: •
The cruise control system will not activate until the brake pedal has been depressed at least once after the ignition is ON or engine starting •
When following a vehicle, the system will automatically adjust your cruise speed based on the vehicle detected in front •
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 the Owner’s Manual for other conditions •
If SCC 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 •
SCC 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

•Cruise Control is designed to function at 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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•The speed setting for SCC can be adjusted under the following conditions:
•You must be travelling at a minimum speed of 20 mph (may vary on newer models)
•
When following a vehicle, there is no minimum speed requirement
•
When following a vehicle, the system can automatically adjust your cruise speed based on the vehicle detected ahead. If the vehicle detected ahead remains at a standstill and your vehicle is also stopped for longer than 3 seconds, the system will need to be reactivated by pressing the gas pedal or pressing the RES button
QUICK TIPS
MODE MODE
MODE
MODE MODE
OK
CRUISE
Smart Cruise Control
OK
Cruise Control
OK
CRUISE
BluetoothEco
OK
CRUISE
L FA
OK
CRUISE
User Settings
Trip Modes
Fuel Econ
OK
CRUISE
HDA
MODE
OK
CRUISE
Audio LV DA MSLA - ISLA
MODE
OK
MODE CRUISE
CRUISE
B
A
Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations. Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Tilt/Telescoping
Steering Wheel†2 5
To adjust the Steering Wheel, press the
Lock-Release Lever C down and adjust the
desired angle D and distance E.
When finished, pull the Lock-Release Lever C up to lock the Steering Wheel in place.
To adjust the steering wheel angle, it may be helpful to first adjust the steering wheel’s distance from the driver.
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For illustrative purposes only. Your steering wheel may vary.
D
C
E
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS

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Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic®†2 2 Shifting

•Press the brake pedal and depress release button to move the gearshift from N to P, N to R or from P to any gear
•Manual mode downshifts are made automatically when the vehicle slows down. When the vehicle stops, 1st gear is automatically selected
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(Center Console)
P: Park – To shift into Park from any gear, press the Release button A on the gear shift
while the vehicle is stationary and the brake pedal is depressed, and shift
R: Reverse – To shift into Reverse, depress the brake pedal, press the Release button A,
and move the shift lever into Reverse.
N: Neutral
D: Drive
[+]: Manual Mode Upshift
[–]: Manual Mode Downshift
Manual Mode: To enter the Manual mode, move shift lever from D
to left gate. To shift while in Manual mode, move shift lever up [+]
to upshift or down [–] to downshift.
Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)*
Some Kia vehicles are equipped with Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT ) for automatic transmissions.
The following are unique driving tips for the Dual Clutch Transmission:
• To hold the vehicle stationary on an incline, the service brake or parking brake MUST be used or the gear shift MUST be in
the (P) Park position. If the vehicle is held stationary by applying the accelerator pedal on a slope, the clutch/transmission
may overheat, resulting in damage
• Avoid aggressive launches on steep grades as this may result in an overheated clutch and transmission
• A slight time lag may be experienced at takeoff from standstill during aggressive acceleration maneuvers
If the clutch is overheating, an amber warning light* will be displayed in the instrument cluster.
Should this condition occur, pull over and place the vehicle in Park and idle the engine.
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for additional information on Automatic Gear Shift or DCT operation or call Kia Consumer Affairs for additional information.
SPORT
SMARTLOCK
ECOCOMFORT
P
R
N D
SHIFT
LOCK
RELEASE
SNOW
OFF
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R
N D •
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OFF
SPORT
SMARTLOCK
ECOCOMFORT
P
R
N D
SHIFT
LOCK
RELEASE
SNOW
OFF
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Sportmatic® Shifting Video
Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) Driving Experience Video
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CENTER PANEL
When you select AWD Lock mode by pressing
the AWD LOCK button A, the AWD LOCK mode
increases the drive power when driving on wet
pavement, snow covered roads and/or off-road.
•This mode is used for climbing or descending
sharp grades, off-road driving, driving on
sandy and muddy roads, etc., to improve
traction
•This mode automatically shifts back to
AWD AUTO mode at speed above 19 mph.
If the vehicle decelerates to speeds below
approximate 25 mph, however, the transfer
mode is shifted into AWD LOCK mode again
When the AWD LOCK mode is deactivated, a
shock may be felt as the drive power is delivered
entirely to the front wheels. This shock is not a
mechanical failure.
AWD (All-Wheel Drive) Lock*Idle, Stop & Go (ISG) System
The ISG system is designed to reduce fuel
consumption by automatically shutting down
the engine when the vehicle is at a standstill.
When the ISG system is ON and the vehicle
is at a standstill, the engine will stop, and the
green AUTO STOP indicator B on the
instrument cluster will illuminate.
The engine will restart when the brake pedal
is released or the shift lever is moved from
D (Drive) to the R (Reverse) position or to
Manual Shift mode. When engine restarts,
the green AUTO STOP indicator on the
instrument cluster will turn off.
To deactivate the ISG System, press the
ISG OFF button C. If you press again, the
system will be activated.
REMINDERS:
•ISG is active by default at vehicle startup. When ignition is cycled, ISG will turn ON again
•
Under certain conditions, the engine will restart automatically even if the brake pedal is still depressed
•
If the AUTO STOP indicator is continuously blinking yellow and the ISG button LED is on, please contact an authorized Kia dealer

•If the AUTO STOP indicator A is solid yellow, the system is functional, but just has not met all its enabling criteria to activate ISG at that time.
•
The ISG system is disabled when:
•A seat belt is unfastened
•The hood or a door is opened
•Battery condition is poor
•
The front or rear defroster is turned on
•
Engine coolant temperature is low
•
The outside ambient temperature is too low/high
•
Emission control devices activate
•
The vehicle is on a steep slope
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Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
(Button on center console below gear shift)
(LCD instrument panel Type B)
(Button on center console below gear shift)
SPORT
SMART
LOCK
ECOCOMFORT
P
R
N D
SHIFT
LOCK
RELEASE
SNOW
OFF
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SPORT
SMARTLOCK
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N D
SHIFT
LOCK
RELEASE
SNOW
OFF
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ISG (Idle, Stop & Go) System Video

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Image is for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.
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.
Auto Hold temporarily maintains the vehicle at 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. Auto
Hold can be turned On/Off using the AUTO HOLD button B on the
center panel below the gear shift. Before Auto Hold will operate,
the driver’s door, engine hood and liftgate must be closed, and the
driver’s seat belt must be fastened.
The AUTO HOLD indicator on the Instrument Cluster has four
states:
White: Standby – When vehicle is in Park and at a standstill, and
AUTO HOLD button B is pressed ON, the indicator will illuminate
white. While driving the vehicle (vehicle is not at a standstill), the
Auto Hold indicator will remain white.
Green: Engaged – When coming to a complete stop by depressing
the brake pedal, the Auto Hold indicator changes from white to
green.
Off (not illuminated) – The
indicator will turn Off when
the AUTO HOLD button B
is manually pressed Off or
when the EPB is manually
turned On.
Yellow: Malfunction –
When the indicator is
illuminated yellow, there may
be a system malfunction.
Take your vehicle to a local
Kia dealer.

•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 •Pull up and hold EPB switch a second time to increase brake pressure if parked on a decline or incline
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Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)*
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
Auto Hold*
REMINDERS:
•
Auto Hold only operates when vehicle is in Drive or Neutral
•
To reduce the risk of an accident, do not activate Auto Hold while driving downhill, backing up or parking your vehicle
•
Do not solely rely on the Auto Hold system to keep the vehicle stopped. Always pay attention to traf fic and road conditions, and be prepared to depress the brakes
DRIVE
SPORT
SMART
ECO
MUD
SAND
SNOW
COMFORT
TERRAIN
P
R
D
N
AUTO
HOLD
B
A
(Button on center console below gear shift)
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Electric Parking Brake Video
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SEATING
SEATING
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Ultrasonic Sensors*†6
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Ultrasonic Sensors can help alert the driver when rear
passenger(s) are left in the rear seats using the ultrasonic sensors and door monitoring.
The system is designed to provide three separate alerts:
• The 1st alert is a message on the Instrument Cluster, “Check Rear Seats” A, and a
chime will sound
After the 1st alert, when the doors are locked and there is movement detected in the rear
seats, the horn will sound for about 25 seconds. This alert may activate up to eight times
within 24 hours, if movement is still detected and system has not been disabled
• If you have installed the Kia Access with UVO Link app on your smartphone, logged in
and activated the Rear Occupant Alert notification, a third alert (notification) will be sent
to your phone
To turn the system on or off, in the Instrument Cluster, go to User Settings, select
Convenience, and then Rear Occupant Alert.
Rear Occupant with Ultrasonic Sensors activates under the following conditions:
• A rear passenger door is opened and closed
• The ignition has been turned off
• The driver’s door has been opened, then closed
• The doors are locked with the Smart Key or the door lock
button on the door handle
MODE
OK
CRUISE
ROA
This system is not a substitute for one’s attention and may not detect all movement within the vehicle. Always check the vehicle’s interior before exiting.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Check rear seats
: Alarm OffOK
A
B
REMINDERS: •
To avoid false alerts, make sure the vehicle’s windows are rolled up •
If objects such as boxes are stacked in front of the ultrasonic sensors, the system may not detect any movement •
The ultrasonic sensors may occasionally detect movement in the vehicle and cause false alerts, when there are no rear occupants present. False alerts can occur due to:– The presence of insects near the system sensor– Rushing air from a window that is rolled down– Movement around the exterior of the vehicle– Surrounding noise or vibration– Vehicle passing through a car wash– Movement in the driver or front passenger seat is detected •
The Rear Occupant Alert with Ultrasonic Sensors system may fail to detect movement and activate an alarm if: – Movement is subtle or does not continue – A small child sits directly in a seat without a car seat–
A rear passenger is covered with an object such as a blanket, obstructing the sensor’s view

•
The 1st alert message will not display on Instrument Cluster if the rear doors are never opened. Either rear doors must be opened after unlocking the vehicle before the system will activate.
•
To temporarily disable alerts, press the OK button B on the Steering Wheel while the message is displayed
•
To turn the alert off while sounding, press the unlock button on the Smart Key or press the door lock button on the door handle
•
Must be enrolled in UVO services and Kia Access app installed on the phone to receive ROA alert notifications on your smartphone
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Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Ultrasonic Sensors Video
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See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY FEATURES
The Smart Liftgate with Auto Open can be operated from several controls to
either open, close or lock the Liftgate. The Smart Liftgate with Auto Open will
close the Liftgate, lock all doors and Liftgate and then arm the vehicle.
When the Smart Key fob is on your person and you are near the back of the
vehicle, within close proximity, the hazard lights will blink and a chime will
sound for about 3 seconds as an alert that the Smart Power Liftgate is about
to open. Then the alert system will blink and chime two additional times before
opening the Smart Power Liftgate.
The Smart Liftgate with Auto Open feature is off by default. To enable the Smart
Power Liftgate, go to User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes.
REMINDERS:
•All doors are closed and locked after about 15 seconds
•The Smart Liftgate with Auto Open feature will not operate when:
– The doors are recently closed and locked, and the Smart Key is still detected after 15 seconds near the vehicle or within 60 inches of the door handles
– A door is not locked or closed
– The Smart Key is in the vehicle
•
Press any button on the Smart Key fob during the Detect and Alert stage, or move out of the detection area, to deactivate the Smart Liftgate with Auto Open function
•
When the ignition is on, the Smart Liftgate with Auto Open will only operate with the gear shift in the Park (P) position
•The Smart Key must be outside of the vehicle for the Smart Liftgate with Auto Open to operate
•Ensure obstacles and people are out of the way of the Liftgate
Smart Liftgate with Auto Open*†1 6
• During the Smart Liftgate with Auto Open alert, the Smart Liftgate with Auto Open can be deactivated with the Smart Key by pressing any button on the key fob or moving away from the detection area
• The open height and speed can be adjusted. For information on how to set the open height and speed, see your owner’s manual
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Smart Liftgate with Auto Open Video

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Rear View Monitor (RVM)†6
Rear View Monitor is a supplemental system that displays the view
behind the vehicle through the audio head unit screen.
RVM activates when the:
•Ignition or the Engine Start /Stop button* (Green Light) is in the
ON position
•Gear Shift Lever is in the R (Reverse) position
REMINDERS:
•RVM is ON by default when the ignition is cycled
•While the Rear View Monitor is active the volume will be lowered on all audio modes
•
Through normal use and after inclement weather or washing, the rear camera may become dirty. Use a clean, microfiber cloth to remove any dirt, debris or spots that may have accumulated on the lens
Rear View Monitor is not a substitute for proper and safe backing-up procedures. Rear View Monitor may not display every object behind the vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution when backing up.
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.
(Camera)
(Rear-Camera Display)
Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)*†6
Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM) is designed to
display the rear and side of the vehicle blind spot
areas in the Instrument Cluster LCD when the
system is activated.
To turn BVM on, go to User Settings in the
Instrument Cluster by pressing the Mode button A
on the Steering Wheel. Select Driver Assistance >
Blind-Spot Safety > Blind-Spot View and press the
OK button B.
BVM will operate when the Engine Start /Stop
button is on and the turn signal is activated.
BVM will not operate when the Engine Start /Stop
button is off, a turn signal is deactivated or another
warning screen comes up on the Instrument
Cluster LCD.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.
(Buttons located on right side of the steering wheel)
MODE MODE
MODE
MODE MODE
OK
CRUISE
Smart Cruise Control
OK
Cruise Control
OK
CRUISE
BluetoothEco
OK
CRUISE
L FA
OK
CRUISE
User Settings
Trip Modes
Fuel Econ
OK
CRUISE
HDA
MODE
OK
CRUISE
Audio LV DA MSLA - ISLA
MODE
OK
MODE CRUISE
CRUISE
A
B
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Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM) Video
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
OTHER KEY FEATURES
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OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY FEATURES
Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist is a supplemental system that
is designed to assist the driver when the vehicle is in reverse by sounding
a warning and temporarily braking, if a pedestrian or any object is detected
within the sensing area of the rear of the vehicle, or to help reduce the
possibility of a collision.
PCA User Settings:
To turn PCA on, press the Mode button A on the Steering Wheel and
go to User Settings on the Instrument Cluster LCD. Press the Move (OK )
button B up/down and select Driver Assistance, then Parking Safety.
There are three modes:
Rear Active Assist – PCA will warn the driver with an audible alert and
may apply temporary braking
Rear Warning Only – PCA will warn the driver with an audible alert
Off – PCA is disabled
Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA)†6
Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA)* is not a substitute for proper and safe backing-up procedures. Always drive safely and use caution when backing up. Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA) may not detect every object around the vehicle.
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
MODE MODE
MODE
MODE MODE
OK
CRUISE
Smart Cruise Control
OK
Cruise Control
OK
CRUISE
BluetoothEco
OK
CRUISE
L FA
OK
CRUISE
User Settings
Trip Modes
Fuel Econ
OK
CRUISE
HDA
MODE
OK
CRUISE
Audio LV DA MSLA - ISLA
MODE
OK
MODE CRUISE
CRUISE
A
B
REMINDERS:
•If the vehicle is moving at speeds over 3 mph, the system may not activate correctly
•
When more than two objects are sensed at the same time, the closest one will be recognized first

Forward*/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW) is not a substitute for proper and safe backing-up procedures. Always drive safely and use caution when backing up. Parking Distance Warning-Forward* and Reverse may not detect every object around the vehicle.
in the Owner’s Manual for more information may not detect every object around the vehicle.
Forward*/Reverse Parking Distance Warning
(PDW ) is a supplemental system that is designed
to assist the driver by chiming if any object is
detected within the sensing area to the front, rear
and side of the vehicle when backing up.
Forward*/Reverse Parking Distance Warning
(PDW ) is activated when the the ignition is on and
the button C is depressed.
To deactivate Forward*/Reverse Parking Distance
Warning (PDW ), press the button C (LED is lit).
Forward*/Reverse Parking
Distance Warning (PDW)†6
(Located below gear shift knob)
DRIVE
SPORT
SMART
AUTO
HOLD
ECO
MUD
SAND SNOWTERRAIN
P
R
D
N
C
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Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW) Video
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.