2021 KIA SORENTO air condition

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The drive modes may be changed according to the driver’s preferences or road
conditions. To cycle through the drive modes A or deactivate a drive mode, rotate
the Drive Mode knob B.
When a drive mode is selected, the drive mode indicator will illuminate in the
Instrument Cluster (except for COMFORT ) and illuminate next to the Drive Mode
knob. The system’s default mode is COMFORT mode and when selected, the
indicator will not be illuminated.
• COMFORT Mode
• SPORT Mode
• ECO Mode
• SNOW Mode* (All Wheel Drive)
• SMART Mode* – When the SMART mode is activated, the system automatically
selects the drive mode best suited to the current driving style (economic,
average, spirited). The color of the SMART mode indicator (green, white, red)
depends on the current driving style.
Drive Mode Integrated Control System*
REMINDERS:
•
When ECO mode is selected, the following may occur to help improve fuel economy:
– Acceleration may be slightly reduced even when the accelerator is fully depressed
– Air conditioner performance may be limited
– Shift pattern of the automatic transmission may change
– Engine noise may increase
– System’s power will be limited when driving uphill
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When SPORT mode is selected, fuel economy may decrease
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The system is turned ON and in COMFORT mode when ignition is in the ON position
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Steering effort may be slightly increased in SPORT mode
(Appears on LCD in Instrument Cluster)
(Located on Center Panel below Gear Shift)*
A
SPORT
SMARTLOCK
ECOCOMFORT
P
R
N D
SHIFT
LOCK
RELEASE
SNOW
OFF
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P
R
N D •
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OFF
B
S N OW
ECO
C
O M FO RT
SPORT
SM AR T
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Drive Mode Integrated Control Video
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

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AUDIO SYSTEMS
Android AutoTM†3 / Apple CarPlay®†4 Setup
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 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.
AUDIOSYSTEMS
Android Auto™ compatible smartphone setup – Download the Android
Auto™ app from the Google Play™ Store†10. Open the Android Auto™ app and
proceed with the onscreen instructions to complete setup on the mobile device.
Wireless Connection setup for Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay®
(Standard Audio System & Standard Audio System-Value with UVO link):
1. Press the SETUP key on the audio head unit
2. Press DEVICE CONNECTION SETTINGS
3. Press PHONE PROJECTION, then ADD NEW
Cable Connection setup for Android Auto™ (Standard Audio System,
Standard Audio System-Value with UVO link & UVO link with Navigation):
1. Press the SETUP key on the audio head unit
2. Press DEVICE CONNECTION, select Android Auto™ and then select ENABLE
ANDROID AUTO. Review all terms, conditions and requests on the head unit
and phone, and, if you agree, accept them 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
Cable Connection setup for Apple CarPlay®
(UVO link with Navigation only):
1. Connect the Apple CarPlay® compatible
iPhone® † 11 with the vehicle’s USB port using
the manufacturer’s cable provided with your
iPhone® † 11
2. Press the SETUP key on the audio head unit
3. Press DEVICE CONNECTION on the screen and
select Apple CarPlay®
4. Select ENABLE APPLE CARPL AY. Review all
terms, conditions and requests on the head
unit and phone, and, if you agree, accept
them in order to use Apple CarPlay®
5. From the audio head unit home screen,
select the Apple CarPlay® button, where you’ll
see all the Apple CarPlay® supported apps
REMINDERS: • Android Auto™ compatibility requirements for connection: – UVO link with Navigation (USB cable connection only): OS Android™ 5.0 or higher, phone manufacturer’s USB cable and data plan with applicable feature(s)– Standard Audio System-Value (USB cable & wireless connection):– USB cable connection - OS Android™ 5.0 or higher, phone manufacturer’s USB cable and data plan with applicable feature(s)– Wireless connection - OS Android™ 9.0 or higher with data plan for applicable feature(s)• Apple CarPlay® compatibility requirements for connection: – UVO link with Navigation (USB cable connection only): iOS software 8.0 or higher, phone manufacturer’s USB cable and data plan for applicable feature(s) – Standard Audio System-Value ( Wireless connection only): iOS software 10.0 and higher with data plan for applicable feature(s) • It is recommended to always update your phone to the latest operating system release• Wireless Android Auto™ system only works for certain Android models. Use the manufacturer’s USB cable when wireless feature is not available
• If Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® randomly disconnects:
– Ensure the USB cable is certified by the phone manufacture for both power and data
– Clean the phones port, which the USB cable connects to, with disposable compressed air
– The Phone should not be disturbed while driving as this can cause a disconnection at the phone’s USB port
– Visit the phone manufactures website for Android Auto/ Apple CarPlay app concerns
QUICK TIPS
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Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Video
Refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide for more information.

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AUTOOFF
DRIVER
ONLYA/CREAR
SYNC
REAR FRONT
A/C
68.568.5
Automatic Climate Control*
3rd Row Climate Control*
A Driver’s temperature control knob
B AUTO (automatic control) button (High, Medium, Low)
C AUTO (automatic control) button (High, Medium, Low)
D Turn the Auto Climate Control system OFF button
E FRONT windshield defroster button
F REAR window defroster button
G Fan speed control button
H MODE Selection button
I CLIMATE information screen
J A /C Rear Control ON/OFF button
K Air intake control button
L Passenger’s temperature control knob
M SYNC temperature control selection button*
N 3rd Row air conditioning ON/OFF button
O 3rd Row fan speed control knob
(Type B shown)
Climate Control Auto Function
1.
Press AUTO B to select Full Auto Operation. Press once for the air flow
high setting, twice for medium setting and once more for the lower setting.
The Auto setting automatically controls the airflow modes, fan speeds, air
intake and air conditioning according to the temperature setting selected
2. Set desired driver’s Temperature A
3. Press SYNC* M to select Sync Temperature Control Operation*, which
synchronizes the passenger’s temperature to the driver’s setting
Defrost Outside and/or Inside Windshield::
1. Set Front Fan Speed G to the highest position
2. Set Temperature A to Hot
3. Press the Front Defrost button E
CA
A
B
D
E
F
GMH
I
JK
L
REAR A/C
ON/OFF
N
O
(Rear climate control)
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Automatic Climate Control* (continued)
REMINDERS:
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Pressing any button during AUTO operation will deactivate the AUTO function and switch to manual mode, except for Temperature Control
•When in AUTO mode, Air Flow Mode and Fan Speed do not display on the Climate Control Display
•Warm air may flow in through the vents if the Recirculated Air button is not pressed ON (LED lit)
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Continuous use of the climate control system in the recirculated air position may allow humidity to increase inside the vehicle which may fog the glass and obscure visibility and/or cause smell/odor

Your Automatic Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations. Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
Air Flow Modes
To select Air Flow Modes, press the mode button H to cycle through to
the desired mode:
Auto Defogging System (ADS)
Auto defogging is designed to reduce the
fogging up of the inside of the windshield
by automatically sensing the moisture of
the inside of the windshield. The system
will automatically change to defrost mode
when needed.
Auto Defogging is set ON by default. To
cancel Auto Defogging, press the Front
Defrost button for three seconds,
when the ignition is in on (ADS OFF icon
will illuminate). To turn Auto Defogging on
again, press the Front Defrost button
for three seconds.
Face-Level
Bi-Level
F lo o r- L evel
Floor/Defrost-Level

•Defrost Mode activates A /C and opens Fresh Air Vent to help dehumidify the air and improve Defroster performance
•During Auto Operation, the A /C indicator will NOT illuminate. The fan speed, air intake, air flow and air conditioning may automatically be engaged at any time to reach desired temperature and reduce humidity
•Keep inside glass as clean as possible to reduce window fogging
QUICK TIPS
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Automatic Climate Control Operation Video
Auto Defogging System (ADS) Video
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REARA/C
MAXA/C
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REMINDER: Warm air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air button is not pressed ON (LED lit)
Air Flow Modes
To select Air Flow Modes, press the Mode
selection buttons:
Face-Level
Bi-Level
F lo o r- L evel
Floor/Defrost-Level
Manual Climate Control*
A Front fan speed control knob
B REAR window defroster button
C Air conditioning button
D MA X A /C button
E Mode selection knob
F Air intake control buttons
G Temperature control knob
3rd Row Climate Control*
I 3rd Row air conditioning ON/OFF button
J 3rd Row fan speed control knob
Defrost Outside and/or Inside Windshield:
1. Set Front Fan Speed A to the highest position
2. Set Temperature H to Hot
3. Press the Front Defrost button B
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Defrost Mode activates A /C and opens Fresh Air Vent
•MA X A /C Mode automatically engages Recirculated Air
•Keep inside glass as clean as possible to reduce window fogging
QUICK TIPS
Your Manual Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations. Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
C
D
F
G
EA
B
REAR A/C
ON/OFF
I
(Rear climate control)
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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
QUICK TIPS
(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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P
R
N D •
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–
OFF
SPORT
SMARTLOCK
ECOCOMFORT
P
R
N D
SHIFT
LOCK
RELEASE
SNOW
OFF
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+
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P
R
N D •
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OFF
A
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Sportmatic® Shifting Video
Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) Driving Experience 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

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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.
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To temporarily disable alerts, press the OK button B on the Steering Wheel while the message is displayed
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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
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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
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.

A . See the Owner’s Manual for complete maintenance schedule. These are approximate estimated intervals. Refer to vehicle mileage for maintenance item schedule. B. And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.C. If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.D. Both the fuel filter & fuel tank air filter are generally considered to be maintenance free, depending on fuel quality being used. However, periodic inspection is recommended. If your vehicle is having issues like fuel flow restriction, power surging, loss of power, difficulty starting, etc., replace the fuel filter immediately and consult an authorized Kia dealer for service.
E. Transfer case oil and rear differential oil should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water.F. Inspect for excessive tappet noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary.G. The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced excessively.See your Owner’s Manual for more details and complete maintenance information, including severe maintenance schedule. Warranty may be voided if maintenance schedule is not followed.
Check your Maintenance Schedule or schedule an appointment with a dealer using your UVO link account by logging into your Kia Access with UVO link App or your account on https://owners.Kia.com ( Vehicles equipped with UVO link only – See page 32 for setup information)
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De livery FirstThe priority that delivers more SORENTO NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE TURBO P=Perform • R=Replace • I=InspectB
(up to 60,000 miles)A MAINTENANCE INTERVALS (MILES)
MAINTENANCE ITEMS6,00012,00018,00024,00030,00036,00042,00048,00054,00060,000
Add fuel additiveCPPPPPPPPPP
Rotate tiresPPPPPPPPPP
Engine Oil & Oil FilterRRRRRRRRRR
Battery conditionIIIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIIIII
Brake discs and padsIIIIIIIIII
Vacuum hoseIIIIIIIIII
Steering gear rack, linkage & bootsIIIIIIIIII
Driveshaft and bootsIIIIIIIIII
Suspension mounting jointsIIIIIIIIII
Air conditioner compressor/refrigerantIIIIIIIIII
Exhaust systemIIIIIIIIII
Intercooler, in/out hose, air intake hose (Every 4,800 miles)IIIIIIIIII
Air cleaner filterIIIRIIIRII
Brake fluidIIIIIIIIII
Climate control air filterRRRRR
Propeller Shaft (AWD)IIIII
Parking brakeIIIII
Fuel tank air filter/fuel tank, vapor hose and cap ‡ DIIIII
Cooling SystemIIIIIII
Fuel lines, hoses and connectionsII
Dual clutch transmission fluidI
Rear Differential / Transfer case oil (AWD) (Every 36,000 miles)EI
Spark Plugs (Every 42,000 miles)R
Valve clearanceFI
Drive belts (First 60,000 miles, then every 15,000 miles)GI