2021 KIA SORENTO key

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See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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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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See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Map/Room Lamps
Automatic turn off function*
The interior lights automatically turn off approximately
30 seconds after the Engine Start /Stop button is OFF.
Map/Room Lamp Operation
Press the button A to turn the Map Lamp ON/OFF.
Press button B to turn the Driver’s/Passenger’s Map
Lamps ON/OFF. This light produces a spot beam for
convenient use as a map lamp or as a personal lamp for
the driver or the front passenger.
The Map Lamp turns ON when any door is opened or the
ignition is turned OFF. When all doors are locked or the
ignition is ON, the Map Lamp will turn OFF immediately.
Map/Room Lamp button C – When pressed and a door
is opened, or doors are unlocked from the Smart Key,
the Map and Room Lamps turn ON for approximately
30 seconds.
Room Lamp – Press the lens D to turn the Room Lamp
ON/OFF.

•When doors are unlocked by the Smart Key*, the lamp turns ON for approximately 30 seconds •If your vehicle is equipped with the theft alarm system, the interior lights automatically turn off approximately 5 seconds after the system is in the armed stage •Using interior lights for an extended period of time may cause battery discharge
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Panoramic Sunroof with Power Sunshade*
The Sunroof and Sunshade operation is controlled through
multidirectional lever & push button switches E. The ignition
needs to be ON to operate the sunroof/sunshade.
REMINDER: The sunroof can be operated for approximately 30 seconds after the ignition is turned off. If the front doors are opened, the sunroof cannot be operated even within the 30-second period.
To slide the Sunshade and Sunroof:
•Auto Open: Slide the lever E backward to the farthest position and release
•Auto Close (Sunroof only): Slide the lever E forward to the farthest position (second
detent) and release
Tilting the Sunroof open/closed:
•Open/Raise: Push lever E upward
•Close/Lower: Push lever E forward
•Auto Close Sunroof and Sunshade: Slide the Sunroof lever E forward to the
farthest position
To stop the Sunroof/Sunshade at any position, push or pull the Sunroof control lever in any direction.
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PASSENGERAIR BAGOFFPASSENGERAIR BAGOFF
PASSENGERAIR BAGOFF
PASSENGERAIR BAGOFFPASSENGERAIR BAGOFF
PASSENGERAIR BAGOFF
(Front overhead console)
(Center of cabin)
REMINDERS:
•
The Sunshade needs to remain OPEN while Sunroof is open and vehicle is moving
•
Do not adjust the sunroof or sunshade while driving. This could result in loss of control of the vehicle
A
BB
C
DE
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Sunroof Operation Video
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How to Sync Transmitter with HomeLink®*
If programming for the first time, begin with Step 1
(repeating this step will delete all information).
To program non-rolling and rolling code garage door
openers and other devices:
1. Press and hold the left A and center C buttons
simultaneously until the indicator light G begins to
flash (to reprogram buttons, skip this step)
2. Press and hold the desired button A B C and hold
the button on the transmitter while it is approximately
1 to 3 inches away from the mirror. The HomeLink®
Indicator light E will flash rapidly once the frequency
signal has been successfully programmed
To finish programming rolling code garage door
openers, complete these steps:
3. Locate the “learn” or “smart” button on the garage door’s motor head unit.
Press and release the button and complete Step 4 within 30 seconds
4. Firmly press and release the programmed HomeLink® button up to three times
Operating HomeLink®:
Press one of the programmed HomeLink® buttons.
Erasing programmed buttons:
Press and hold the A and C buttons simultaneously for approximately
20 seconds, and then release both buttons within 30 seconds.
The HomeLink® / Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror* is designed to
reduce glare from a vehicle’s headlights located in the rear and
also connect up to three electronic transmitters into one location.
HomeLink®†12 with Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror*
A HomeLink® Channel 1
B HomeLink® Channel 2
C HomeLink® Channel 3
D Garage Door Opener Status
Indicator: Closing or Closed
E HomeLink® Operation Indicator
F Garage Door Opener Status
Indicator: Opening or Open
G HomeLink® User Interface
Indicator
•
•You can reprogram a single HomeLink® button by repeating Step 2 •Erasing the programmed buttons will delete all trained transmitters
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If your garage door opener was manufactured in 2011 or later, and you’re unable to program your vehicle’s HomeLink® system, you may need to purchase a HomeLink Repeater Kit. For more information, go to www.HomeLink.com or call (800) 355-3515.
D
E
F
G
ACB
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Homelink® Support Video
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DRIVE
SPORTSMART
AUTO
HOLD
ECO
MUD
SAND SNOWTERRAIN
P
R
D
N
A
(Located below gear shift knob)
The Front SVM camera will turn off when the gear shift is moved into Park or Reverse or the SVM button is pressed.
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Surround View Monitor (SVM) is a parking support system that shows the
areas around the front, rear, left and right sides of the vehicle via four cameras
displayed onto the audio head unit screen.
Press A to turn SVM ON/OFF.
• When OFF: The camera view will automatically display on the audio head
unit screen when the vehicle is shifted into Reverse. The camera view will
turn off when the vehicle is shifted out of Reverse
• When ON: The camera view will display on the audio head unit screen in
both Drive and Reverse. In Drive, the camera view will continue to display
until the vehicle is traveling at speeds above approximately 9 mph. If you
keep SVM on, the camera view will reappear on the audio head unit screen
whenever the vehicle speed drops below approximately 9 mph
The Surround View Monitoring (SVM) is only a supplemental device. Drivers should not rely solely on the SVM information when parking and backing up. Drivers should always pay attention and directly check the left/right and rear.
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.
REMINDERS:
•
The SVM camera is equipped with an optical lens to provide a wider range of vision and may appear different from the actual distance. The Surround View Monitor system is only a supplemental device. Drivers should not rely solely on the SVM information when parking and backing up. Drivers should always pay attention and directly check the left /right and rear
•
While the SVM is active the volume will be lowered on all audio modes
Surround View Monitor (SVM)*
To change the SVM settings, press the onscreen settings icon B, while the system is operating.
B
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Surround View Monitor (SVM) 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
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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
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Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator
(Check Engine Light)
Tighten for ONE CLICK to prevent the Malfunction
Indicator from illuminating.
REMINDERS:
• The Fuel Filler Door Release button is located on the driver’s button panel, left of the Steering Wheel
• Ensure the engine is OFF, the driver’s door is unlocked, and push the fuel door at the 3 o’clock position C
• It is normal operation when tightening to hear one click, and then when Fuel Cap is released, it clicks back
Hood Release Lever and Latch
(Lever located near floor below Driver’s Panel) (Latch located inside hood)
AB
Closing the Hood:
Lower the Hood about halfway and then press down to securely
lock in place.
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.
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Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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.
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One-Click Fuel Cap Video

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