2023 KIA SORENTO climate control

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f f The list of menu items appears.
Display Off
: Turns off the screen. To switch the screen back on, press the screen or
briefly press the power button (if equipped).
 Front Climate
: Displays the front-seat climate control settings screen (if equipped).
Front Heat/Ventilation: Displays the front-seat warmer/ventilation settings
screen (if equipped).

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Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and
specifications.
Climate Settings
: Configure specific climate control function settings (if equipped).
User's Manual on Web (QR Code): Displays the QR code that provides access to
the online user manual for the system.
Using the rear-seat conversation mode
(if equipped)
When the driver's voice cannot be delivered well to the rear seat, you can use the microphone
of the driver's seat for smooth communication.
1 On the All Menus screen, press
Passenger Talk.
The passenger talk icon appears at the top right of the system screen to display its status.
2 Make conversation through the microphone of the driver's seat.

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To end the Passenger Talk mode, press End.

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When you move to another screen without pressing End, shortly press the End Call
button on the steering wheel to end the passenger talk function.

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When the Passenger Talk mode is active, the Radio/Media functions are unavailable.

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To access the online user's manual on the Passenger Talk screen, press
>
User's
Manual on Web (QR Code) and then scan the displayed QR code.

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When you use a command starting with "Find," the system searches for locations within
the state or province where your vehicle is currently located. To search for locations in
another state or province, say the state or province name first and then say the location
you want.

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Some commands, such as "Cancel Route" or "Show Route," are available only when a
destination is set.
Radio commands
Command Function
FM <87.5 to 107.9> Turn on the FM radio with that frequency.
AM <530 to 1710> Turn on the AM radio with that frequency.
SiriusXM <0 to 999> Turn on the SiriusXM radio with that channel number.
Tune to SiriusXM
<0 to 999> Tune on the SiriusXM radio with that channel number.
Tune to
Turn on the SiriusXM radio with that channel name.

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Some commands are recognizable in English only.

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Some commands may not be supported, depending on the vehicle model and f\
unctions.
Vehicle control commands (if equipped)
Command Function
Climate On/Off Turn on or off the climate control.
Air Conditioner
On/Off Can turn on or off the air conditioner.
Heat On/Off Can turn on or off the heater.
Fan High/Low Used to set the fan level.
Set Fan to windshield/
Face/Feet Used to set the air direction.
Warmer/Cooler Set the climate control temperature.
Open/Close all windows Open or close all windows.
Open/Close the
windows Open or close the driver-side window.
Open/Close the
passenger's window Open or close the passenger-side window.

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Vehicle control commands (if equipped)
CommandFunction
Climate On/Off Turn on or off the climate control.
Air Conditioner
On/Off Can turn on or off the air conditioner.
Heat On/Off Can turn on or off the heater.
Fan High/Low Used to set the fan level.
Set Fan to windshield/
Face/Feet Used to set the air direction.
Warmer/Cooler Set the climate control temperature.
Open/Close all windows Open or close all windows.
Open/Close the
windows Open or close the driver-side window.
Open/Close the
passenger's window Open or close the passenger-side window.
Open/Close the rear
windows Open or close all rear-seat windows.
Open/Close the sunroof Open or close the sunroof.
Open/Close the
trunk (liftgate) Open or close the trunk (liftgate).
Turn On/Off the heated
steering wheel Turn on or off the steering wheel heater.
Turn On/Off all seat
warmers Turn on or off the heaters for all seats.
Turn On/Off seat
warmer Turn on or off the driver's seat heater.
Seat warmer
level 1 to 3 Set the driver's seat heater level in the range of 1 to 3.
Turn On/Off the
passenger seat warmer Turn on or off the passenger seat heater.
Passenger's Seat
Warmer Level 1 to 3 Set the passenger seat heater level in the range of 1 to 3.
Turn On/Off the rear
seat warmer Turn on or off the rear-seat heaters.
Turn On/Off all air
ventilation seats Turn on or off the ventilation for all seats.

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Configuring the vehicle settings (Type1)
(if equipped)
You can configure the functions for driving and related environments.
ÝWarning
Make sure you stop the vehicle before changing settings to ensure safety.
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Vehicle settings can be changed only when the vehicle is on.

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Available settings may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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Depending on the climate control system, some functions may not be supported.
1 On the All Menus screen, press Setup >
Vehicle.
The vehicle settings screen appears.
2 Configure the settings required:

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Press Menu >
Search for Settings or press and enter a keyword to search for a
setting item. You can also search for a setting item by voice.
Head-Up Display (if equipped)
You can set to use the head-up display that displays information such as \
driving speed and
road-related information while driving.
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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Enable Head-Up Display (if equipped)
Can determine whether or not to use the head-up display.
Display Control (if equipped)
Adjust the height, rotation, and brightness of the head-up display.
Content Selection (if equipped)
Select the items to display on the head-up display.

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ÝWarning
Even though the vehicle is equipped the Parking Safety system, be sure to check any
obstacles in the surroundings while driving. Relying on the Parking Safety system may
cause an accident. Accordingly, be sure to control the vehicle by your judgment.
When the sensors cannot detect any obstacles due to the detection limit,\
it may cause an
accident. Be sure to always check the surroundings while parking.
Drive Mode (if equipped)
You can change the vehicle settings for driving conditions.
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Option B (EV only)

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
ECO (EV only)
This is a drive mode for increasing the vehicle's fuel efficiency. You can change the climate
control mode, the active coast energy regeneration level, and speed limit settings.
NORMAL (EV only)
This is a drive mode focused on the driver and passenger's comfort. You can change the
climate control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.

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SPORT (EV only)
This drive mode enables a more dynamic driving performance. You can change the climate
control mode and the active coast energy regeneration level.
Drive Mode Change Alert (if equipped)
You can set how to display the notification message when the drive mode is changed.
Detailed Alert: Displays a detailed notification message along with the vehicle image
when the drive mode is changed.
Simple Alert: Displays the notification at the top or on the split screen when the drive
mode is changed.
Off: When the drive mode changes, no notification is provided.
Reset ECO/NORMAL/SPORT (EV only)
You can reset the drive mode settings to the default values.

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The display may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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See how to improve ECO potential by pressing the Help button from an EV(Electric
Vehicle). In most cases, a vehicle can travel a longer distance when its ECO potential score
is higher (EV only).
Climate (if equipped)
You can configure the operation environment for climate control system.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Recirculate Air (if equipped)
You can set to keep the inside air pleasant by blocking inflow of outside air.
Activate upon Washer Fluid Use
: Sets to automatically switch to the inside air circulation
mode to prevent inflow of washer fluid scent when spraying washer fluid.

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Automatic Ventilation (if equipped)
You can set to prevent condensation inside and keep inside air pleasant using this feature.
Auto Dehumidify: Once the inside air circulation mode has been used for a long time, it
is switched to the outside air inflow mode to prevent condensation.
Defog/Defrost Options (if equipped)
You can set to enable the defogger to secure driver visibility.
Auto Defog: When the sensor detects fog on the windshield, the automatic ventilati\
on is
run for defogging.
Climate Features (if equipped)
You can set or change the settings for the climate system.
Rear Climate Controls: Used to move to the climate control screen for the rear seat. You
can check or set the climate status for the rear seat.

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For more information about controlling the rear-seat climate control system:
> see "Using the rear-seat climate control function (if equipped)."
Lights (if equipped)
You can configure the settings for vehicle lights.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.
Ambient Light (if equipped)
You can set the brightness and color of the ambient light.
One Touch Turn Signal (if equipped)
You can set the number of turn signal lamp flashes when the lamp lever is operated.
Headlight Delay (if equipped)
You can set to turn off the taillights and headlights in 15 seconds after\
turning off the vehicle
to ensure visibility.

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Seat Position Change Alert (if equipped)
You can set the system to display a notification message along with the seat image on the
screen when a seat position is changed.
Smart Posture Care (if equipped)
You can see the recommended driving posture according to your physical data, and the
clinical inspection result for your waist.
Heated/Ventilated Features (if equipped)
You can set to make the driving environment pleasant by controlling the steering wheel
warmer and driver's seat warmer/ventilation.
Auto. Controls That Use Climate Control Settings: Automatically controls the heating
wire or ventilation for the driver's seat and steering wheel, in sync with the climate control
function.

Steering Wheel Warmer: Steering Wheel Warmer adjusts automatically based on
Climate settings.

Seat Warmer/Ventilation: Seat Warmer/Ventilation adjusts automatically based on
Climate settings.
Seating Easy Access (if equipped)
For convenience upon getting on and off, you can adjust the position of \
the driver's seat or
steering wheel to secure space inside the vehicle.
 Steering Easy Access: The steering wheel moves upward when getting on and off.
Seat Slide Easy Access: Can set the distance to automatically move the driver's seat
when getting on or off.
Rear Seat Heating Control (if equipped)
You can set to enable the warmer for the rear-left and rear-right seats.
Reset (if equipped)
You can initialize all system settings in the vehicle.

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The screen may differ depending on the vehicle model and specifications.

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The required features cannot be initialize.