ABS KIA Sorento 2011 2.G User Guide

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Driving your vehicle
E110100AHM-ECHazardous driving conditions When hazardous driving conditions are
encountered such as water, snow, ice,
mud, sand, or similar hazards, follow
these suggestions:
 Drive cautiously and allow extra dis-tance for braking.
 Avoid sudden braking or steering.
 When braking with non-ABS brakes pump the brake pedal with a light up-
and-down motion until the vehicle is
stopped.  If stalled in snow, mud, or sand, use
second gear. Accelerate slowly to
avoid spinning the drive wheels.
 Use sand, rock salt, or other non-slip material under the drive wheels to pro-
vide traction when stalled in ice, snow,
or mud.
E170800AHMReducing the risk of a rolloverThis multi-purpose passenger vehicle is
defined as a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV).
SUV’s have higher ground clearance and
a narrower track to make them capable
of performing in a wide variety of off-road
applications. Specific design characteris-
tics give them a higher center of gravity
than ordinary vehicles. An advantage of
the higher ground clearance is a better
view of the road, which allows you to
anticipate problems. They are not
designed for cornering at the same
speeds as conventional passenger vehi-
cles, any more than low-slung sports
vehicles are designed to perform satis-
factorily in off-road conditions. Due to this
risk, driver and passengers are strongly
recommended to buckle their seat belts.
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is
more likely to die than a person wearing
a seat belt. There are steps that a driver
can make to reduce the risk of a rollover.
If at all possible, avoid sharp turns or
abrupt maneuvers, do not load your roof
rack with heavy cargo, and never modify
your vehicle in any way.
SPECIAL DRIVING CONDITIONS
WARNING -
ABS
Do not pump the brake pedal on a
vehicle equipped with ABS.
WARNING
- Downshifting
Downshifting with an automatic
transaxle, while driving on slippery
surfaces can cause an accident.
The sudden change in tire speed
could cause the tires to skid. Be
careful when downshifting on slip-
pery surfaces.
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5E140100AUNHitches It's important to have the correct hitch
equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks
going by, and rough roads are a few rea-
sons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here
are some rules to follow:
 Will you have to make any holes in the
body of your vehicle when you install a
trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to
seal the holes later when you remove
the hitch.
If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon
monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can
get into your vehicle, as well as dirt and
water.
 The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches. Do not attach
rental hitches or other bumper-type
hitches to them. Use only a frame-
mounted hitch that does not attach to
the bumper.
 KIA trailer hitch accessory is available at an authorized KIA dealer.
E140200AUNSafety chains You should always attach chains
between your vehicle and your trailer.
Cross the safety chains under the tongue
of the trailer so that the tongue will not
drop to the road if it becomes separated
from the hitch.
Instructions about safety chains may be
provided by the hitch manufacturer or by
the trailer manufacturer. Follow the man-
ufacturer’s recommendation for attaching
safety chains. Always leave just enough
slack so you can turn with your trailer.
And, never allow safety chains to drag on
the ground.
E140300AUNTrailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking
system, make sure it conforms to your
country’s regulations and that it is prop-
erly installed and operating correctly.
If your trailer weight exceeds the maxi-
mum allowed weight without trailer
brakes, then the trailer will also require its
own brakes as well. Be sure to read and
follow the instructions for the trailer
brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust
and maintain them properly.
 Don’t tap into or modify your vehicle'sbrake system.
WARNING
- Trailer brakes
Do not use a trailer with its own
brakes unless you are absolutely
certain that you have properly set
up the brake system. This is not a
task for amateurs. Use an experi-
enced, competent trailer shop for
this work.
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Driving your vehicle
E140407AUN-EAParking on hills Generally, if you have a trailer attached to
your vehicle, you should not park your
vehicle on a hill. People can be seriously
or fatally injured, and both your vehicle
and the trailer can be damaged if they
unexpectedly roll downhill.
However, if you ever have to park your
trailer on a hill, here's how to do it:
1. Pull the vehicle into the parking space.Turn the steering wheel in the direction
of the curb (right if headed downhill,
left if headed up hill).
2. If the vehicle has a manual transaxle, place the car in neutral. If the vehicle
has an automatic transaxle, place the
car in P (Park).
3. Set the parking brake and shut off the vehicle. 4. Place chocks under the trailer wheels
on the down hill side of the wheels.
5. Start the vehicle, hold the brakes, shift to neutral, release the parking brake
and slowly release the brakes until the
trailer chocks absorb the load.
6. Reapply the brakes, reapply the park- ing brake and shift the vehicle to R
(Reverse) for manual transaxle or P
(Park) for automatic transaxle.
7. Shut off the vehicle and release the vehicle brakes but leave the parking
brake set.
CAUTION
• When towing a trailer on steep grades (in excess of 6%) payclose attention to the enginecoolant temperature gauge toensure the engine does not over- heat.
If the needle of the coolant tem-perature gauge moves across thedial towards “H” (HOT), pull overand stop as soon as it is safe to do so, and allow the engine to idleuntil it cools down. You may pro-ceed once the engine has cooledsufficiently.
 You must decide driving speed depending on trailer weight anduphill grade to reduce the possi-bility of engine and transaxle overheating.
WARNING
- Parking on a hill
Parking your vehicle on a hill with a
trailer attached could cause seri-
ous injury or death, should the trail-
er break loose or brake stops work-
ing.
WARNING
- Parking brake
It can be dangerous to get out of
your vehicle if the parking brake is
not firmly set.
If you have left the engine running,
the vehicle can move suddenly. You
or others could be seriously or
fatally injured.
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Maintenance36
7G200600AHM-EUTire replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear
indicator will appear as a solid band
across the tread. This shows there is
less than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) of tread
left on the tire. Replace the tire when
this happens.
Do not wait for the band to appear
across the entire tread before replac-
ing the tire.
OEN076053
Tread wear indicator
WARNING
- Replacing
tires
To reduce the chance of serious
or fatal injuries from an acci-
dent caused by tire failure or
loss of vehicle control:
 Replace tires that are worn, show uneven wear, or are
damaged. Worn tires can
cause loss of braking effec-
tiveness, steering control, and
traction.
 Do not drive your vehicle with too little or too much pressure
in your tires. This can lead to
uneven wear and tire failure.
 When replacing tires, never mix radial and bias-ply tires
on the same car. You must
replace all tires (including the
spare) if moving from radial to
bias-ply tires.
(Continued)
(Continued)
 Using tires and wheels otherthan the recommended sizes
could cause unusual handling
characteristics and poor vehi-
cle control, resulting in a seri-
ous accident.
 Wheels that do not meet KIA’s specifications may fit poorly
and result in damage to the
vehicle or unusual handling
and poor vehicle control.
 The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels. The
tire size affects wheel speed.
When replacing tires, all 4
tires must use the same size
originally supplied with the
vehicle. Using tires of a differ-
ent size can cause the ABS
(Anti-lock Brake System) and
ESC (Electronic Stability
Control) to work irregularly.
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Maintenance50
7Inner fuse panel
Description Fuse rating Protected component
MODULE 2 10AInstrument Cluster (IND./MICOM), Tire Pressure Monitoring Module, Audio, Multifunction Switch (Remocon),
Rear Parking Assist Buzzer ICM Relay Box (DBC Relay), ESC Off Switch, DBC Switch, Steering Angle
Sensor, Alternator, Smart Key Control Module A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Rear Monitor, IPM (BCM IG1)
MODULE 1 10ASmart Key Control Module, Rear Parking Assist Control Module E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Fuse - B/UP LP,
ABS, ECU 2), PDM, 4WD ECM
RPAS 7.5A Rear Parking Assist Switch
A/BAG IND 10A Instrument Cluster (IND.), PODS Module, Digital Clock
A/BAG 15A SRS Control Module
START 7.5A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Relay - Start, Sub Start, Burglar Alarm), PDM
WIPER RR 15AICM Relay Box (Rear Wiper Relay), Rear Wiper Motor
Rear Wiper Switch, Rear Washer Switch
WIPER FRT 25A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Wiper (Low) Relay), Front Wiper Motor, Multifunction Switch (Wiper)
AUDIO 2 7.5AAMP, Power Outside Mirror Switch, Smart Key Control Module, PDM, Audio, A/V & Navigation Head
Unit, Digital Clock, IPM (BCM ACC), DVD Player Can, Rear Monitor
P/OUTLET RR 15A Rear Power Outlet
P/OUTLET FRT 25A Driver/Passenger Power Outlet
MODULE 3 7.5A Not Used
A/CON 7.5AFront A/C Control Module, Active Incar Sensor, Cluster Ionize, PDM, ICM Relay Box (Front Seat Warmer
Relay, Rear A/C Relay) E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Blower Relay), Sunroof Motor, Electro Chromic Mirror,
IPM (BCM IG2)
AMP 30A AMP
DRL 7.5A Ground (GE01)
A/CON MANU 7.5A PCM, Front Blower Resistor, Front A/C Control Module
A/CON AUTO 7.5A Front A/C Control Module
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Maintenance52
7Engine compartment fuse panel
Description Fuse rating Protected component
ALT175A Alternator
MULTI FUSE I/P B+2
60A IPM (Fuse - S/HTR FRT, P/SEAT, Power Connector - MODULE, ROOM LP DOOR LP)
BLOWER 40A Blower Relay
RR HTD 40A Rear Defogger Relay
ABS 1 40A ESC Control Module, Multipurpose Check Connector
ABS 2 40A ESC Control Module, Multipurpo se Check Connector
I/P B+3 60A IPM (Fuse - HAZARD, TPMS, F/LID)
I/P B+1 60A IPM (Fuse - DR LOCK, SUNROOF, 4WD, PDM, SMART KEY)
FUSE IGN 2
40A Start Relay, W/O Smart Key - Ignition Switch, With Smart Key - PDM Relay Box (IGN2 Relay)
TRAILER 30A Trailer Power Outlet
IGN 1 30A W/O Smart Key - Ignition Switch, With Smart Key - PDM Relay Box (IGN1 Relay)
HORN 15A Horn Relay
STOP LP 15A Stop Lamp Switch, ICM Relay Box (DBC Relay)
B+ SENSOR 15A Battery Sensor
DEICER 15A Front Wiper Deicer Relay
C/FAN 50A Cooling Fan Relay Low/High
I/P B+4 50A IPM (Fuse - P/WDW LH, P/WDW RH, B/A HORN, A/CON REAR, AMP)
ECU 2 7.5A Sub Start Relay, PCM, Transaxle Range Switch, Alternator (G6DC)
ABS 7.5A ESC Control Module, Multipurpose Check Connector, Stop Lamp Switch (G4KE)
B/UP LP 7.5A Back-Up Lamp Relay (A/T), Back-Up Lamp Switch (M/T)
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Maintenance
G270201AUNCanisterFuel vapors generated inside the fuel
tank are absorbed and stored in the
onboard canister. When the engine is
running, the fuel vapors absorbed in the
canister are drawn into the surge tank
through the purge control solenoid valve.G270202AHMPurge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV)The purge control solenoid valve is con-
trolled by the Engine Control Module
(ECM); when the engine coolant temper-
ature is low during idling, the PCSV clos-
es so that evaporated fuel is not taken
into the engine. After the engine warms
up during ordinary driving, the PCSV
opens to introduce evaporated fuel to the
engine.
G270300AUN3. Exhaust emission control systemThe Exhaust Emission Control System is
a highly effective system which controls
exhaust emissions while maintaining
good vehicle performance.G270301AUNVehicle modifications This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification of your vehicle could affect
its performance, safety or durability and
may even violate governmental safety
and emissions regulations.
In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from any modification
may not be covered under warranty.
G270302AUN-ECEngine exhaust gas precautions
(carbon monoxide)  Carbon monoxide can be present with other exhaust fumes. Therefore, if you
smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside
your vehicle, have it inspected and
repaired immediately. If you ever sus-
pect exhaust fumes are coming into
your vehicle, drive it only with all the
windows fully open. Have your vehicle
checked and repaired immediately.
WARNING
- Exhaust
Engine exhaust gases contain car-
bon monoxide (CO). Though color-
less and odorless, it is dangerous
and could be lethal if inhaled.
Follow the instructions on this
page to avoid CO poisoning.
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Index2I
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Air bag warning light ··················\
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Curtain air bag··················\
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Driver's and passenger's front air bag ··················\
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Occupant detection system··················\
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Side impact air bag··················\
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Air cleaner ··················\
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Alarm system ··················\
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Antenna ··················\
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4-102
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ··················\
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··5-30
Appearance care··················\
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Interior care ··················\
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Armrest ··················\
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··3-18
Audio system ··················\
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Steering wheel audio control ··················\
················4-102
Auto lock mode (Passenger seat belt) ··················\
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Automatic climate control system ··················\
···············4-83 Air conditioning ··················\
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··4-89
Automatic heating and air conditioning··················\
··4-84
Manual heating and air conditioning ··················\
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Automatic transaxle ··················\
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·5-15 Ignition key interlock system ··················\
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5-19
Shift lock system ··················\
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·5-18
Sports mode··················\
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Battery saver function··················\
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Before driving ··················\
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Bottle holders, see cup holders ··················\
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··4-96
Brake system··················\
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Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ··················\
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Electronic stability control (ESC) ··················\
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Parking brake ··················\
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Power brakes ··················\
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Brake/clutch fluid ··················\
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Bulb wattage ··················\
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Capacities (Lubricants) ··················\
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Care Exterior care ··················\
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Interior care ··················\
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Tire care ··················\
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Cargo capacity ··················\
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Cargo weight··················\
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Center console storage ··················\
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Central door lock switch··················\
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Certification label ··················\
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Changing tires ··················\
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