2023 KIA SORENTO PHEV USB

2 *IF EQUIPPEDSORENTO HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
VIDEOS & QR CODES Inside Front Cover
INSTRUMENT CLUSTERInstrument Cluster Overview 03Hybrid / Plug-In Hybrid Indicators at Star tup 04Indicators & Warning Lights 05Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 06Fuel Economy / Tips for Economical Driving 06Drive Mode Integrated Control System* 07
VEHICLE SETTINGSTrip Modes / Trip Computer 08Instrument Cluster LCD Modes 08User Set tings – Instrument Cluster 09Vehicle Set tings* – Infotainment System 09Vehicle Auto Shut-off System* 10Service Interval Mode 10
H Y B R I D / P LU G - I N H Y B R I D S YS T E MCharging Connector Auto/Lock/Unlock Mode 11Scheduled Charging* (Plug-In Hybrid only) 11Charging the Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle 12Energy Flow - Instrument Cluster LCD 14Plug-In Hybrid Display - Infotainment System* 16Plug-In Hybrid Modes (Plug-In Hybrid only) 17
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) 18Lane Keeping Assist (LK A) 19Blind-spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) 20Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISL A) 21Driver At tention Warning (DAW) 22Leading Vehicle Depar ture Aler t (LVDA) 23Safe Exit Assist (SEA)* 23Navigation-based Smar t Cruise Control (NSCC) 24Lane Following Assist (LFA) 26Highway Driving Assist (HDA) 27Rear View Monitor (RVM) 28Blind-spot View Monitor (BVM)* 28Surround View Monitor (SVM)* 29Rear Cross-traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)* 30
ADAS CONTINUEDReverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA)* 31Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW) 32
DRIVER’S PANELInstrument Cluster Illumination Control 33Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 33Hill-star t Assist Control (HAC) 33Reverse Parking Aid Function* 34Engine Star t/Stop But ton* 34Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock / Auto Door Lock/Unlock 35Electronic Child Safety Lock System 35Power/Heated Outside Mirrors* 36Manual Folding Mirrors* 36Power Folding Outside Mirrors* 36
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLSTilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel 37Headlights & High Beams 38Daytime Running Lights* 38High Beam Assist (HBA) 38Turn Signals & Fog Lights* 39Windshield Wipers & Washers 39Rear Wiper & Washer* 39Lifting Wipers (Wiper Service Mode) 39
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMBluetooth® Wireless Technology 40 Audio Controls 41 Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® Setup 42Kia Connect Activation 43Kia Connect Assistance 43Kia Access App Download 44Kia Access App Features Guide 44Kia Connect with Navigation 45
CENTER PANELMultimedia USB Por ts, Power Outlets & USB Charger Por ts 46AC Inver ter 46
CENTER PANEL CONTINUEDDigital Clock - Infotainment System 46Wireless Smar tphone Charging System 47Automatic Climate Control 48Rotary Dial Shifter Knob – Shift-by-Wire 50Paddle Shifters 50AWD (All-Wheel Drive) Lock* 51Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) / Auto Hold 52Heated Steering Wheel 53Seat Warmers/ Ventilated Seats* 53
SEATINGRear Occupant Aler t with Ultrasonic Sensors 54Front Seat Headrest Adjustment 55Driver Position Memory System* 55Power Adjustable Driver ’s Seat / Power Lumbar 562nd-Row Folding Seat 562nd-Row Auto-Folding Seat 57Unfastening Center Seatbelt 57One-Touch Slide & Fold 2nd-Row Seats 583rd-Row Folding Seat 58
OTHER KEY FEATURESSun Visor 59Double-Turn Lock/Unlock All 59Smar t Key with Remote Star t 60Smart Power Liftgate 61Map/Room Lamps 63Panoramic Sunroof with Power Sunshade 63HomeLink® with Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror 64Hood Release Lever and Latch 65Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator 65Fuel Filler Lid Release 65
SAFETY FEATURESOccupant Detection System (ODS) / Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 66Child-Protector Rear Door Locks* 66Seat Belts 67
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS Inside Back Cover
MAINTENANCE CHART Back Cover

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Android Auto™†2 / Apple CarPlay®†2 Setup
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe bodily injur y, and death The driver ’s primar y responsibilit y 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, at tention 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
Android Auto™ compatible smartphone setup – D o w n l o a d t h e A n d r o i d A u t o™ app from the Google Play™ Store†2 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-Value):
1 Press the SETUP key on the infotainment system
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 & Kia Connect with Navigation):
1 Press the SETUP key on the infotainment system
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® (Kia Connect with Navigation only):
1 Connect the Apple CarPlay® compatible iPhone®†2 with the vehicle’s USB port using the manufacturer ’s cable provided with your iPhone®†2
1 Press the SETUP key on the infotainment system
2 Press DEVICE CONNECTION on the screen and select Apple CarPlay®
3 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®
4 From the infotainment system home screen, select the Apple CarPlay® button, where you’ll see all the Apple CarPlay® supported apps
REMINDERS:
•Android Auto™ compatibilit y requirements for connection:
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Kia Connect with Navigation (USB cable connection only): OS Android™ 5 0 or higher, phone manufacturer ’s USB cable and data plan for applicable feature(s)
-Standard Audio System-Value (USB cable & wireless connection):
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USB cable connection - OS Android™ 5 0 or higher, phone manufacturer ’s USB cable and data plan for applicable feature(s)
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Wireless connection - OS Android™ 9 0 or higher with data plan for applicable feature(s)
•Apple CarPlay® compatibilit y requirements for connection:
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Kia Connect with Navigation (USB cable connection only): iOS soft ware 8 0 or higher, phone manufacturer ’s USB cable and data plan for applicable feature(s)
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Standard Audio System-Value (Wireless connection only): iOS soft ware 10 0 and higher with data plan for applicable feature(s)
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It is recommended to always update your phone to the latest operating system release
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Wireless Android Auto™ system only works for cer tain Android™ models Use the manufacturer ’s USB cable when wireless feature is not available
Refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide for more information
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android™ Auto Video
QR CODE
•If Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® randomly disconnects:
– Ensure the USB cable is cer tified by the phone manufacture for both power and data
– Clean the phone’s por t, which the USB cable connects to, as instructed by the phone’s manufacturer
– The Phone should not be disturbed while driving as this can cause a disconnection at the phone’s USB por t
– Visit the phone manufacturer ’s website for Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® app concerns
QUICK TIPS

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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
INFOTAINMENTSYSTEM
Kia Connect Activation†1 (Systems equipped with Kia Connect only):
Follow these steps to activate your Kia Connect system:
1 Enter the activation screen on your vehicle’s head unit:
a Press SETUP key b Press Kia Connect icon c Press Activate
2 Read and agree to Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and press SUBMIT
3 Enter phone number or email address to receive a verification code, then press SUBMIT
4 Follow these steps to receive your verification code using your phone text message or email:
a Check your phone text message or email for verification codeb Open the link in your text or email A page will open requesting that you create your account
N o t e : If you already have a Kia Owners Portal account using the email or phone number as your login ID, you will need to provide your password prior to receiving the verification code
REMINDER: This vehicle is not equipped with over-the-air system updates
c Enter your first name, last name, email, phone number, an account password, and click CREATE ACCOUNT A page will open displaying your verification code
d Enter the code in the head unit and press ACTIVATE
e Go back to the page with your verification code and press “I have entered my verification code ” A link will be provided to download the Kia Access app from your app store After installing the app, log in and enjoy
(But tons on overhead console*)
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BCARefer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Kia Access App Video
QR CODE
Kia Connect may be unavailable for model year 2022 vehicles sold or purchased in Massachuset ts See Kia Connect Terms of Ser vice at owners kia com for more information
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe bodily injur y, and death The driver ’s primar y responsibilit y 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, at tention 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
Virtual Assistant A – Press to connect to a virtual assistant to hear information about the Kia Connect features
Kia Connect Voice Local Search B (systems with navigation) - Press to connect to the search function to find points of interest or other locations, like “cafe”
Kia Connect Voice Local Search B (non-navigation systems) - Press to activate phone projection with Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay® (smartphone must be connected via wireless or USB cable — see previous page for availability and setup)
Roadside Assist C – Press to connect to a Roadside Assistant where you can request vehicle towing services
REMINDER: These but tons may be located in the rear view mirror or the overhead console
Kia Connect Assistance†1
Kia Connect Activation Video
Kia Connect Assistance Video
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide On cer tain models, UVO Assistance but tons are located on the Rear view Mirror

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Sound Settings: To adjust the sound settings from any audio mode, press the SETUP button on the infotainment system, then select the onscreen SOUND button Select the menu item to change settings, and use the onscreen buttons to adjust settings Radio Presets: To save a preset, press the STAR button next to or below the Radio Station display This saves the current station as a preset SiriusXM® Smart Favorites: In Radio mode, choose SiriusXM®, then select any of the first ten favorites During song or program play, tap the Skip Backward icon to start from the beginning of the song or program Tap the Play Live icon to return to the live broadcast Custom Key H To program the Custom Key, press; select an available feature you would like the Custom Key to open
Kia Connect†1 w/ Navigation†8 – FM/AM/SiriusXM®†1 4/ Media (USB, Bluetooth® †2 Audio)
For further Kia Connect with Navigation operations, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide For other audio system information, see pages 40-44
Kia Connect may be currently unavailable for model year 2022 or later vehicles sold or purchased in Massachuset ts See Kia Connect Terms of Ser vice at owners kia com for more information
REMINDERS:
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To help minimize driver distraction, some audio system functionalities have been modified while the vehicle is in Drive, Reverse or moved out of Park
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Prolonged use of the infotainment system in ACC mode may drain the vehicle’s battery
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Map/software updates: To keep your map and soft ware up to date, free of charge, visit the of ficial Kia update webpage at ht tps://update kia com/US/EN/Main Note, visiting a dealer for soft ware update may include an additional charge
Press briefly to do the following:• FM/AM mode: Play the previous/next frequency • SiriusXM® mode: Change the channel • MEDIA mode: Change the track, file or title (except for AUX)
Press and hold to do the following (over 0.8 seconds):• FM/AM mode: Move quickly through all of the frequencies When released, the system seeks the next available frequency • MEDIA mode: Rewinds or fast for wards the track or file (except for AUX and Bluetooth® Audio)
A programmable key to provide quick access to one of several available system features
Press to display SETUP/Set tings mode
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Press to Power ON/OFF Rotate to adjust Volume
Press to select FM/AM/SiriusXM® modes
Press to enter MEDIA mode
Press to display the Map screen for the current position/ Voice mode
Press to display the Navigation menu screen
Rotate to change Radio/SiriusXM® Station/Media tracks/files Press to select
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Kia Connect with Navigation Video
Navigation System Important Tips Video
Navigation System Updates Video
QR CODE
•Volume level bet ween different audio modes:
– When switching bet ween audio modes (AM, FM, Bluetooth® Audio, etc ), the audio system saves the previous volume level you were listening to For example, if you were listening to FM radio at volume level 20 then switched to Bluetooth® Audio and adjusted the volume level to 30, the volume level will be at 20 when you switch back to FM radio
– When using Bluetooth® Audio, the overall volume is dependent on your device’s volume If the volume is turned down low on your device it will remain low even if the system volume is turned up
•When connected to Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay® on your smar tphone, the smar tphone’s navigation system may also be available
•This system suppor ts Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® (USB connection only)
•A warning screen may appear periodically to remind users that the navigation system should be operated when the engine is running to prevent bat ter y discharge
•At any time, you can interrupt UVO link Command Feedback by pressing the TALK but ton on the steering wheel
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Your vehicle’s audio system may differ from that in the illustration

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Multimedia USB Ports, Power Outlets, & USB Charger Ports*
Digital Clock - Infotainment SystemAC Inverter*
Press SETUP, then select General, scroll down and select Date/Time from the menu to adjust Then use the onscreen buttons to navigate through setup and return to exit
The AC inverter supplies 115V/150W electric power to operate accessories or devices
To use the AC inverter, open the AC inverter cover and connect a plug to it
The AC inverter is ON when the vehicle is on
Multimedia USB Port*
A Use the Multimedia USB port to connect USB audio devices and smartphones
USB Charger Ports*
B USB charger ports* are located in the Center Panel, inside and on the back of the Center Console
Power Outlets
C Use the power outlets for mobile phones and other devices designed to operate on a 12V (180W max) power outlet
(Located on Center Console below Climate Controls)
REMINDERS:
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Using the Power Outlet (accessor y plug) and USB charger for prolonged periods of time with the Engine Star t/Stop but ton in the ACC position (Engine OFF) for prolonged period time could cause the bat ter y to discharge
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Use only the charging cables that your device manufacturer supplied Third par t y cables may cause damage to device
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The USB data por t (Multimedia USB por t) is located next to the Power Outlets The USB Charger por ts do not suppor t data transfer
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
For illustrative purposes only Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y
(Located on Back of Center Console)
Seat warmers / ventilation Wireless charge center console, back seat
USB / Multimedia
USB
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Seat warmers / ventilationWireless charge center console, back seat
USB / Multimedia
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Seat warmers / ventilationWireless charge center console, back seat
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Refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide for more information Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
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When needed, Daylight Savings must be enabled in the Clock Set tings screen
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To access manual date and time set ting, turn GPS time OFF in the Clock Set tings (Kia Connect with Navigation*)
QUICK TIPS
The power outlets are inactive when the Engine Star t/Stop but ton is OFF
QUICK TIPRefer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Multimedia USB Port, Power Outlets & USB Charger Port Video
QR CODE
CENTER PANEL
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REMINDERS:
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The smar tphone must be a compatible Qi cer tified phone with Qi function available Some smar tphone models are not QI cer tified, which may affect the availabilit y, speed or per formance of the wireless charging
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If the driver door is opened, charging will be disabled
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Wireless charging technology allows for a device to be charged using inductive charging See your Owner ’s Manual for more detailed information and the back page for legal disclaimers
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Inductive charging systems are less ef ficient than conventional charging through a cable As a result, higher device operating temperatures may be experienced during use
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Charging Per formance – Device position on the wireless charging system can affect charging per formance Other factor that may affect the charging rate includes foreign objects, such as coins or pens, and phone case thickness
•Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area
Charge a compatible Qi Certified smartphone wirelessly by placing it on the tray A at the front of the console, near the Multimedia USB ports and the charging indicator, while the ignition is on
1 Enable Wireless Charging in the User Settings in the Instrument Cluster LCD or the Vehicle Settings* in the infotainment system, select Convenience, then Wireless Charging System
2 Slide open cover B Place the smartphone on the center of the charging pad A
3 Indicator light C may change to amber once wireless charging begins
4 Once charging is complete, the amber light may change to green
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Seat warmers / ventilation Wireless charge center console, back seat
USB / Multimedia
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•Wireless charging must be enabled in user set tings
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If wireless charging does not work, move the smar tphone around the pad until the charging indicator turns amber Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area
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For wireless charging to occur, all doors (excluding the rear hatch) must be closed & the Smar t Key Fob must be detected inside the vehicle
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Heated Steering Wheel*
Press Heated Steering Wheel button A to turn the Steering Wheel Heater on/off while the Engine Start/Stop button is in the ON position The Steering Wheel Heater will turn off automatically in 30 minutes, or when button A is pressed again to deactivate
B Seat Warmers
•Press the button up once for high setting (3 LEDs lit)
•Press the button twice for medium setting (2 LEDs lit)
•Press a third time for low setting (1 LED lit) and again to turn OFF
C Ventilated Seats
•Press the button down once for high setting (3 LEDs lit)
•Press twice for medium setting (2 LEDs lit)
•Press a third time for low setting (1 LED lit) and again to turn OFF
Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats*†1 2
REMINDER: If the steering wheel becomes too warm, turn the system off The heated steering wheel may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time
REMINDER: Use extreme caution when using the seat warmers to avoid burns Refer to the Owner ’s Manual for more information
(Located below gear shift knob)
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Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
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Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Seat Warmers and Ventilated Seats Video
Tilt/Telescoping/Heated Steering Wheel Video
QR CODE
•If ignition is turned OFF, then ON again within 30 minutes of the Steering Wheel Heater being turned ON, the system will return to its previous state
•The system returns to ON when ignition is cycled To turn OFF system, press the Heated Steering Wheel but ton A
•With the heated steering switch in the ON position, the heating system in the steering wheel turns OFF or ON automatically depending on the steering wheel temperature
QUICK TIPS
•With the seat warmer switch in the ON position, the heating system in the seat turns OFF or ON automatically depending on the seat temperature
•System is OFF by default
QUICK TIPS
(But tons located on top sides of center console)
Seat warmers / ventilation Wireless charge center console, back seat
USB / Multimedia
USB
180W12V
Seat warmers / ventilationWireless charge center console, back seat
USB / Multimedia
USB
180W12V
Seat warmers / ventilationWireless charge center console, back seat
USB / Multimedia
USB
180W12V
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