2022 KIA SORENTO Features and Functions Guide

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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)†4
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 ever y object around the vehicle .
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation . See section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
REMINDERS:
•If the vehicle is moving at speeds over 3 mph, the system may not activate correctly
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When more than t wo objects are sensed at the same time, the closest one will be recognized first

For ward*/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-For ward* and Reverse may not detect ever y object around the vehicle .
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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
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ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)
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You can set a speed limit offset to the posted speed limit by going to User Set tings, Driver Assistance, Speed Limit, then Speed Limit Offset . Set the offset to “0” if you want the vehicle to travel at the detected speed limit, when ISL A is on
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Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)†4
Intelligent Speed Limit Assist is designed to use the information from the posted speed limit and the navigation system to inform the driver of the speed limit .
When ISL A is on and active, the system will display an alert on the Instrument Cluster LCD D of the detected speed limit . If the vehicle’s current speed exceeds the detected speed limit, a warning will sound and the vehicle’s current speed will blink on the LCD .
ISLA User Settings:
To turn ISL A on, press the Mode button E on the Steering Wheel and go to User Settings on the Instrument Cluster LCD . Press the Move (OK) button F up/down and select Driver Assistance by pressing the OK button F, then Intelligent Speed Limit Assist .
Select one of the three modes:
•Speed Limit Assist: Informs the driver of the detected speed limit, display a message change the set speed of the MSL A or SCC to help the driver stay within the posted speed limit
•Speed Limit Warning: Informs the driver of the detected speed limit and warn the driver when the vehicle is traveling faster than the posted speed limit
•Off: MSL A is disabled
REMINDERS:
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Vehicle must be parked and in a safe location to change the speed set tings
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Additional information may be displayed if additional road sign information is detected
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ISL A is a supplemental system . It is not a substitute for safe driving . Obey all speed limits and always pay at tention to the road and its conditions
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ADAS
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)

See section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
HAC helps prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards when accelerating from a stop while on a steep incline . The HAC automatically activates whether the ESC is OFF or ON but does NOT activate when the ESC has malfunctioned .
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)†8
REMINDERS:
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HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position .
•In the event of HAC system malfunction, see an Authorized Kia Dealer for ser vice
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HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while the vehicle is stopped on an incline
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With the parking lights/headlights ON, press the button A (+) or (-) to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel illumination .
REMINDER: The Instrument Cluster illumination Control does not adjust brightness on the audio head unit screens . Use the display set tings in the Setup menu to adjust the brightness on the screen .
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•When HAC is active (e .g ., during initial acceleration from a stop on an incline), you may notice that the brakes will momentarily remain engaged after you depress the accelerator – this is normal HAC operation .
•HAC provides a t wo-second delay before the vehicle may star t rolling backwards
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The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during certain cornering maneuvers . It is a good idea to keep the ESC turned on for daily driving whenever possible .
Press the ESC OFF button B to turn Traction Control OFF/ON .
To turn OFF both the Traction Control and Stability Control, press and hold for more than 3 seconds . Press it again to turn ON .
REMINDERS:
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ESC is active by default at vehicle star tup . When the ignition is cycled, ESC will turn ON again
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The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate whenever the ESC is in operation
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)†6
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes .www .youtube .com/KiaFeatureVideos
Electronic Stability Control Video
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Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation .
See section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
DRIVER'S PANEL
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Reverse Parking Aid Function*Engine Start/Stop Button*†7
When the gear shift lever is moved into R (Reverse) and while the vehicle is moving backward, the outside rearview mirrors A will rotate downward to aid in reverse parking .
When the left or right mirror buttons B are depressed, the Reverse Parking Aid Function will operate (LED lit) .
To turn OFF the function, press the buttons to the center position .
•The outside rearview mirrors will automatically return to their original positions when:
•The Engine Start/Stop Button is in the OFF position
•The gear shift lever is moved to any position except R (Reverse)
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Outside rearview mirror buttons are not depressed
REMINDER: When one of the outside rear view mirror switches are not depressed (LED lit), the Reverse Parking Aid Function will not operate and the outside rear view mirrors will not rotate downward .
To start the engine:
•Depress the brake pedal
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Press the Engine Start/Stop button while gear shift is in P (Park) or N (Neutral)
To turn the engine OFF: Press the Engine Start/Stop button .
To use the Engine Start/Stop button, you must have the Smart Key fob inside the vehicle .
REMINDERS:
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In an emergency situation while the vehicle is in motion, you are able to turn the engine off and to the ACC position by pressing the Engine Star t/Stop but ton for more than 2 seconds or 3 times successively within 3 seconds
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If the Smar t Key bat ter y is weak or not working properly, hold the Smar t Key fob up to the Engine Star t/Stop but ton (Lock but ton side closest) and press to star t engine(But ton/switch panel located on Driver ’s Door)See section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
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 .
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To use electrical accessories:
ACC position
•When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the Engine Star t/Stop but ton once (amber light)
On position
•When already in the ACC position (amber light) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the Engine Star t/Stop but ton again (red light)
When in the OFF position (no light) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP but ton t wice (reddish-orange light)
Keeping the vehicle in ACC or the ON position for extended periods of time without turning the engine on may discharge the vehicle’s bat ter y
QUICK TIPS
DRIVER'S PANEL
DRIVER’SPANELRefer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes .www .youtube .com/KiaFeatureVideos
Engine Start/Stop Button Video
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Power Windows, Window Lock
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A Pull/Press to operate Front Windows Auto Up/Down*
B Press to Unlock/Lock All Doors
C Press to disable Rear Passenger Windows
Electronic Child Safety
Lock System
But ton configuration may var y depending on vehicle model .
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
See section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
Automatic Door Lock/Unlock
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Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes .www .youtube .com/KiaFeatureVideos
Electronic Child Safety Lock System Video
Rear Door Locks - Double Pull to Open Video
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While driving with the rear windows down or with the sunroof* in an open or par tially open position, a wind buffeting or pulsation noise may be heard . This noise is a normal occurrence and can be reduced or eliminated by the following:
•If the noise occurs with one or both of the rear windows down, par tially lower both front windows approximately 1 inch
•If the noise occurs with the sunroof open, slightly reduce the size of the sunroof opening
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Press but ton again to stop Auto Up/Down function .
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To open the Rear Doors, pull the inner door handles t wo times .
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If the inner door handle is pulled once when the door is locked, the door will unlock . If the inner door handle is pulled once more, the door will open .
Press button C to lock the rear passenger doors . An indicator will illuminate showing the system is active .
This system is on by default, and then activated once the button C is pressed . To deactivate, press the button again .
See section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
Rear Door Locks –
Double Pull to Open
Auto Door Lock/Unlock will engage when the gear shift is moved into or out of the P (Park) position . Refer to the User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes on how to turn Auto Door Lock/Unlock ON/OFF .
REMINDERS:
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When pressed C, window controls for the Rear Passenger Windows are disabled
•When closing, be mindful of any objects or persons
DRIVER'S PANEL
DRIVER’SPANEL

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Power/Heated Outside Mirrors*
Power Folding Outside Mirrors*
REMINDERS:
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When the mirror but ton A is in the center, press the Lock but ton on the Smar t Key to automatically fold the mirrors
•To lock the position of mirrors, toggle switch to the neutral (center) position
A Press the L or R buttons to select the mirror to adjust
B Press button arrows left/right or up/down to adjust mirror position
C Toggle button left/right to unfold/fold the outside rearview mirrors
A Toggle button to center to automatically fold/unfold mirrors when:
•The Smart Key* Lock/Unlock buttons are pressed
•The door outside handle button* is pressed
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Manual Folding Mirrors*
Refer to 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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The mirrors will automatically unfold when the Smar t Key* is within close proximit y to the vehicle .
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If needed, pull the mirror firmly until it folds .
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To fold the mirrors in manually, pull the mirror towards the window .
Mirror heaters are activated when the Rear Defroster is turned on .
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information .
DRIVER'S PANEL
DRIVER’SPANEL

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High Beam Assist does not operate below cer tain speeds, or in some lighting and driving conditions
. Please be aware of your surroundings and exercise proper road etiquet te when operating a vehicle using the high beams
•DRL only operates during the day time
•HBA will operate when vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph
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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 and low beams will be on continuously
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When the HBA indicator illuminates on the instrument cluster, the HBA is not working properly . See an authorized Kia dealer for ser vice
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
To operate:
•Rotate the switch to change the Headlight function A
•Push the lever to turn the High Beams ON B
•Pull the lever to flash the Headlights/High Beams C
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 .
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)* – DRL may help others to see the front of your vehicle during the day . The lights will turn 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
•Headlight switch is in the OFF position
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 .
Headlight position
Parking light position
AUTOAuto Light / HBA* /DRL*
OFFOFF position
Headlights & High Beams
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 .

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To operate:
•Move lever Up/Down D to change Wiper modes
•Push switch E to adjust Intermittent Wipe Speed
•Pull lever to spray and wipe F
Windshield Wipers & Washers
MIST: Single wipe
OFF: Wiper off
INT/AUTO*: Intermittent Wipe/Rain Sensing*
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HI: Fast wipe
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To operate:
•Rotate Rear Wiper switch to change Wiper modes G
•Push to spray and wipe H
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Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes .www .youtube .com/KiaFeatureVideos
Wipers and Wipers Stalk Video
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•Moving switch E up increases intermit tent wipe frequency and wipe speed . Moving switch down decreases frequency of wipes
•Set the wiper to the OFF position when the wiper is not in use
QUICK TIPS
On Rear Wipers, the intermit tent wipe function is not adjustable . LO and HI sets wiper speed .
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Turn Signals & Fog Lights*
To operate:
•Slightly move lever up/down to activate One-Touch Lane Change Signal A
•Turn Signals – Move lever Up/Down for Right/Left Turn Signal B
•Fog Lights – Press toggle switch C to turn Fog Lights ON/OFF
REMINDER: Headlights must be ON for Fog Light operation
One-Touch Lane Change Signal is activated by briefly pressing the Turn Signal Lever up/down slightly for less than 1 second and then releasing A . The lane change signal will blink 3 times .
To turn the One-Touch Lane Change Signal OFF/ON, go to User Settings Mode in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes .
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information . For illustrative purposes only . Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y .
One-Touch Lane Change Signal