2022 KIA SORENTO HYBRID warning

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Reading the manual on web with the QR code
You can access the online user's manual of the system by scanning the QR code with your
smartphone.
\335Warning
Park the vehicle at a safe place and scan the QR code. To ensure your safety, the system does
not provide QR codes while driving.
1 Scan the QR code by using any of the following methods:
\225On the All Menus screen, press User's Manual.
\225On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
General >
System Info >
User's Manual on
Web (QR Code).
\225 Or scan the QR code in the Quick Reference Guide.
2 Scan the QR code after installing
the QR code reader App from App
Store
(
) or Google Play Store ().
3 Press the URL for User's Manual
on Web from the smartphone
display.
The online user's manual of the system
appears in the Internet browser App on
the smartphone.
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Depending on how you scan the QR code, the online manual may open without pressing
the URL.
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With a camera App of your iPhone or Android smartphone, the QR code can also be
scanned. Depending on the Android smartphone model, the QR code scanning may not
be supported for the provided App. For more details, see the smartphone's manual.
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When you scan the QR code on each function menu, you can see the usage o\
f the
function running (except for several functions).
000DRun the desired function on the system and then press User's Manual on Web (QR
Code) from the menus on the screen.
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Without scanning the QR code, you can directly enter the URL address to see User's Manual
on Web. (http://webmanual.kia.com/STD_GEN5_WIDE/AVNT/USA/English/index.html )

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Safety Warnings
Be sure to keep the following instructions. Otherwise, it may cause serious injury or accident.
\335Driving
Obey all traffic laws while driving.
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Relying solely on the navigation system may cause violation of traffic rules and regulations, resulting in an
accident.
In order to check the vehicle speed, see the speedometer first, not the speed on the
navigation system.
\225The speed on the navigation system may differ from actual vehicle speed.
While driving, refrain from watching the screen.
\225An accident may occur by negligence in keeping your eyes forward.
\225To manipulate the screen or buttons requiring multiple steps, be sure to stop your vehicle.
To use your mobile phone, first stop your vehicle.
\225When you use your mobile phone while driving, it may disperse your atten\
tion, resulting in an accident.
\225When making a call while driving, use the Bluetooth Hands-free function and if possible, minimise the call
time.
Make sure that the volume of the phone is sufficiently low so that the external sound is
audible.
\225When you drive with no external sound present may cause a traffic accident.
\225When you drive for a long time with a loud audio volume, it may affect your hearing.
For emergency services (e.g. hospital, fire station), do not rely solely on the navigation
system.
\225Some emergency services may not be included in the navigation map. Check relevant information in advance
to stay prepared for an emergency.
\335System handling
Do NOT arbitrarily disassemble or modify the system.
\225It may cause an accident, fire, or electric shock.
Exercise caution to make sure that no liquid or foreign materials enter the system.
\225It may cause smoke generation, fire ignition, or system failure.
When the screen is not displayed, the volume is muted, or other system failures occur,
immediately stop using the system.
\225Otherwise, it may cause fire, electric shock, or fatal system failure.
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If you experience any problems with the system, contact your place of purchase or dealer.

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Turning on/off the system
Turning on the system
1 Turn on the vehicle.
2 When a safety warning message appears, read it and press Confirm.
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To change the display language, press Language.
Turning off the system
To turn off the system while driving, press and hold the Power button on
the panel.
The screen and sound will be turned off.
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To use the system again, press the Power button.
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When a specified period of time elapses after turning off the vehicle, the system
automatically shuts down. When you open the driver's door, the system immediately
shuts down.
\335Warning
\225Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident,
severe bodily injury, or death. The driver's primary responsibility is the safe and legal
operation of the vehicle, and the use of any vehicle systems, including the \
touch screen
and steering wheel controls, which take the driver's eyes, attention, and focus away from
the safe operation of the vehicle, or which are not permissible by law, should never be
used during the operation of the vehicle.
\225Some functions may not be active while driving to ensure safety. Those functions run only
when the vehicle is stationary. In order to use them, first stop the vehicle.
\225When the screen is not displayed, the volume is muted, or other system failures occur,
immediately stop using the system. When you use the faulty system contin\
uously, it may
cause fire, electric shock, or fatal system failure.
\334\334Caution
\225The system can be turned on even when the ignition switch is in "ACC" or "ON." However,
when you use the system without turning on the vehicle for a long time, \
it may cause
battery discharge. To use the system for a long time, be sure to turn on the vehicle.
\225When you use the system with the vehicle turned off, the battery warning message
appears. The warning message disappears as soon as you turn on the vehic\
le.

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Symbols in this User's Manual
Warning
Indicates very important information directly related to user safety. Failure to follow
instructions may cause serious injury.
Caution
Indicates important information directly related to user safety. Failure to follow
instructions may cause minor injury or vehicle damage or breakdown.
Note
Indicates helpful information for operation of the product.
If equipped
Indicates descriptions for optional features, which may not be available on your
specific vehicle depending on the model or trim level.
This guide covers specifications for all vehicle models, including optional
specifications. It may include descriptions for features that are not equipped in your
vehicle or are unavailable for your vehicle model.

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Be sure to keep the following instructions. Otherwise, it may cause serious injury or accident.
\335Driving
Obey all traffic laws while driving.
\225 Relying solely on the navigation system may cause violation of traffic rules and regulations, resulting in an
accident.
In order to check the vehicle speed, see the speedometer first, not the speed on the
navigation system.
\225The speed on the navigation system may differ from actual vehicle speed.
While driving, refrain from watching the screen.
\225An accident may occur by negligence in keeping your eyes forward.
\225To manipulate the screen or buttons requiring multiple steps, be sure to stop your vehicle.
To use your mobile phone, first stop your vehicle.
\225When you use your mobile phone while driving, it may disperse your attention, resulting in an accident.
\225If necessary, use handsfree (Bluetooth) calling when driving and minimize the call time.
Make sure that the volume of the phone is sufficiently low so that the external sound is
audible.
\225When you drive with no external sound present may cause a traffic accident.
\225When you drive for a long time with a loud audio volume, it may affect your hearing.
For emergency services (e.g. hospital, fire station), do not rely solely on the navigation
system.
\225Some emergency services may not be included in the navigation map. Check relevant information in advance
to stay prepared for an emergency.
\335System handling
Do NOT arbitrarily disassemble or modify the system.
\225 It may cause an accident, fire, or electric shock.
Exercise caution to make sure that no liquid or foreign materials enter the system.
\225It may cause smoke generation, fire ignition, or system failure.
When the screen is not displayed, the volume is muted, or other system failures occur,
immediately stop using the system.
\225Otherwise, it may cause fire, electric shock, or fatal system failure.
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If you experience any problems with the system, contact your place of purchase or dealer.
Safety Warnings

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Turning on/off the system
The following explains how to turn on or off the system. Before using the system, be sure to
read the user's manual for safe and convenient manipulation.
Turning on the system
1 Turn on the vehicle.
2 When a safety warning message appears, read it and press Confirm.
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To change the display language, press Language.
0000AThe screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
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To set the user profile, note the following.
> See "Using the First Run Setup."
Turning off the system
To turn off the system while driving, press and hold the Power button on
the panel.
The screen and sound will be turned off.
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To use the system again, press the Power button.
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When a specified period of time elapses after turning off the vehicle, the system
automatically shuts down. When you open the driver's door, the system immediately
shuts down.

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\335Warning
\225Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident,
severe bodily injury, or death. The driver's primary responsibility is the safe and legal
operation of the vehicle, and the use of any vehicle systems, including the touch screen
and steering wheel controls, which take the driver's eyes, attention, and focus away from
the safe operation of the vehicle, or which are not permissible by law, should never be
used during the operation of the vehicle.
\225Some functions may not be active while driving to ensure safety. Those functions run only
when the vehicle is stationary. In order to use them, first stop the vehicle.
\225When the screen is not displayed, the volume is muted, or other system failures occur,
immediately stop using the system. When you use the faulty system continuously, it may
cause fire, electric shock, or fatal system failure.
\334\334Caution
\225The system can be turned on even when the ignition switch is in "ACC" or "ON." However,
when you use the system without turning on the vehicle for a long time, it may cause
battery discharge. To use the system for a long time, be sure to turn on the vehicle.
\225When you use the system with the vehicle turned off, the battery warning message
appears. The warning message disappears as soon as you turn on the vehicle.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
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When you turn off and on the vehicle, the system is turned on with the mode and settings
used when the vehicle was turned off.
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To prevent audio from playing loud when you turn on the vehicle, adjust the system
volume to an adequate level.
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To automatically decrease the system volume, move to the All Menus screen and press
Setup >
Sound >
Premium Sound >
Start-up Volume Limit to set the function.

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Using the touch screen
This system is equipped with a touch-enabled screen. You can use various practices by using
this feature.
\335Warning
Do not use the touch screen while driving as this will divert your attention away from the safe
operation of the vehicle. You may lose your steering control which could cause an accident
and severe bodily injuries.
\334\334Caution
\225Do not press the touch screen with excessive force or a sharp object. The touch screen
may become damaged.
\225Do not let any electrically conductive material contact the touch screen, and do not place
any objects that generate electromagnetic waves, such as wireless chargers or electronic
devices, near the touch screen. The system may work incorrectly due to electromagnetic
effects, which may cause the touch screen to malfunction.
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The touch screen does not respond when you are wearing gloves. Take off the gloves or
wear electrostatic touch gloves.
"Press" gesture
Lightly press the desired item and release the finger.
The corresponding function is run or the corresponding menu is selected.