MORE FREQUENTLY KIA Sorento 2014 3.G Owner's Manual

Features of your vehicle200
4USING
Bluetooth
®
Wireless
Technology
Phone Menu ScreenPhone MenusWith a
Bluetooth
®
Wireless
Technology device connected, press
the key to display the Phone
menu screen.
1) Favorite : Up to 20 frequently used contact saved so help your fast
call.
2) Call History : Displays the call his- tory list screen
3) Contacts : Displays the Contacts list screen
4) Setup : Displays Phone related settings.  If you select the [Call History] but-
ton but there is no call history data,
a prompt is displayed which asks to
download call history data.
 If you select the [Contacts] button but there is no contacs data, a
prompt is displayed which asks to
download contacts data.
 This feature may not be supported in some mobile phones. For more
information on download support,
refer to your mobile phone user’s
manual.
Answering CallsAnswering a CallAnswering a call with a
Bluetooth
®
Wireless Technology device connect-
ed will display the following screen.
To accept the call, press key on
the steering wheel during call is
incoming.
1) Caller : Displays the other part’s name when the incoming caller is
saved within your contacts
2) Incoming Number : Displays the incoming number
PHONE
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Driving your vehicle
When you are ready to leave after
parking on a hill
1. With the manual transaxle inNeutral or automatic transaxle in P
(Park), apply your brakes and hold
the brake pedal down while you:
 Start your engine;
 Shift into gear; and
 Release the parking brake.
2. Slowly remove your foot from the brake pedal.
3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks.
4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks.
Maintenance when trailer tow-
ing Your vehicle will need service more
often when you regularly pull a trail-
er. Important items to pay particular
attention to include engine oil, auto-
matic transaxle fluid, axle lubricant
and cooling system fluid. Brake con-
dition is another important item to
frequently check. Each item is cov-
ered in this manual, and the Index
will help you find them quickly. If
you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to
review these sections before you
start your trip.
Don’t forget to also maintain your
trailer and hitch. Follow the mainte-
nance schedule that accompanied
your trailer and check it periodically.
Preferably, conduct the check at the
start of each day’s driving. Most
importantly, all hitch nuts and bolts
should be tight.
CAUTION
 Due to higher load duringtrailer usage, overheatingmight occur in hot days orduring uphill driving. If thecoolant gauge indicates over-heating, switch off the A/C andstop the vehicle in a safe areato cool down the engine.
 When towing check transaxle fluid more frequently.
WARNING
- Parkingbrake
It can be dangerous to get out
of your vehicle if the parking
brake is not firmly set.
If you have left the engine run-
ning, the vehicle can move sud-
denly. You or others could be
seriously or fatally injured.
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Maintenance
MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONSThe following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer
to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if neces\
sary
MAINTENANCE ITEM
MAINTENANCEOPERATION
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
DRIVING CONDI- TION
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
R
EVERY 6,000 KM (3,750 MILES) OR 6 MONTHS
A, B, C, D, E, F, G,H, I, J, K
AIR CLEANER FILTER
R
MORE FREQUENTLY
C, E
SPARK PLUGS
R
MORE FREQUENTLY
A, B, H, I, K
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
R
EVERY 96,000 KM (60,000 MILES)
A, C, E, F, G, I
MANUAL TRANSAXLE FLUID
R
EVERY 120,000 KM (80,000 MILES)
C, E, F, G, I, J
FRONT BRAKE DISC/PADS, CALIPERS
I
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C, D, G, H
REAR BRAKE DISC/PADS
I
MORE FREQUENTLY
C, D, G, H
PARKING BRAKE
I
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C, D, G, H
STEERING GEAR BOX, LINKAGE &
BOOTS/LOWER ARM BALL JOINT,
UPPER ARM BALL JOINT
I
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C, D, E, F, G, H, I
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7SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
A - Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 8 km (5 miles)
in normal temperature or less than 16 km (10 miles) in freez-
ing temperature
B - Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long dis- tances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt- spread roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
E - Driving in sandy areas F - Driving in heavy traffic area over 32°C (90°F)
G- Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road
H - Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle
towing
J - Driving over 170 km/h (106 mph)
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
MAINTENANCE ITEM
MAINTENANCE OPERATION
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
DRIVING CONDI- TION
DRIVE SHAFTS AND BOOTS
I
EVERY 12,000 KM (7,500 MILES) OR 6 MONTHS
C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
TRANSFER CASE OIL (AWD)
R
EVERY 120,000 KM (75,000 MILES)
C, D, E, G, H, I, J
REAR AXLE OIL (AWD)
R
EVERY 120,000 KM (75,000 MILES)
C, D, E, G, H, I, J
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER(FOR EVAPORATOR AND BLOWER
UNIT)
R
MORE FREQUENTLY
C, E
PROPELLER SHAFT
I
EVERY 12,000 KM (7,500 MILES) OR 6 MONTHS
C, E
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Maintenance
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMSEngine oil and filterThe engine oil and filter should be
changed at the intervals specified in
the maintenance schedule. If the
vehicle is being driven in severe con-
ditions, more frequent oil and filter
changes are required.Drive beltsInspect all drive belts for evidence of
cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil
saturation and replace if necessary.
Drive belts should be checked peri-
odically for proper tension and
adjusted as necessary.
Fuel filter (cartridge)A clogged filter can limit the speed at
which the vehicle may be driven,
damage the emission system and
cause multiple issues such as hard
starting. If an excessive amount of
foreign matter accumulates in the
fuel tank, the filter may require
replacement more frequently.
After installing a new filter, run the
engine for several minutes, and
check for leaks at the connections.
Fuel filters should be installed by an
authorized Kia dealer.
Fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-
nectionsCheck the fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections for leakage and dam-
age. Have an authorized Kia dealer
replace any damaged or leaking
parts immediately.Vapor hose and fuel filler capThe vapor hose and fuel filler cap
should be inspected at those inter-
vals specified in the maintenance
schedule. Make sure that a new
vapor hose or fuel filler cap is cor-
rectly replaced.
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Maintenance
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER (IF EQUIPPED)Filter inspectionThe climate control air filter should
be replaced according to the mainte-
nance schedule. If the vehicle is
operated in severely air-polluted
cities or on dusty rough roads for a
long period, it should be inspected
more frequently and replaced earlier.
When you replace the climate control
air filter, replace it performing the fol-
lowing procedure, and be careful to
avoid damaging other components.1. Open the glove box and removethe support strap (1). 2. With the glove box open, remove
the stoppers on both sides.
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7TIRES AND WHEELSTire care For proper maintenance, safety, and
maximum fuel economy, you must
always maintain recommended tire
inflation pressures and stay within
the load limits and weight distribution
recommended for your vehicle.Recommended cold tire infla-
tion pressuresAll tire pressures (including the
spare) should be checked when the
tires are cold. “Cold Tires” means the
vehicle has not been driven for at
least three hours or driven less than
1.6 km (one mile).
Recommended pressures must be
maintained for the best ride, vehicle
handling, and minimum tire wear.
For recommended inflation pressure,
refer to “Tire and wheels” in section
8. All specifications (sizes and pres-
sures) can be found on a label
attached to the driver’s side center
pillar.
WARNING
- Tire under-
inflation
Severe underinflation (70 kPa
(10 psi) or more) can lead to
severe heat build-up, causing
blowouts, tread separation and
other tire failures that can result
in the loss of vehicle control
leading to severe injury or
death. This risk is much higher
on hot days and when driving
for long periods at high speeds.
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CAUTION
 Underinflation also results in excessive wear, poor handlingand reduced fuel economy.Wheel deformation also ispossible. Keep your tire pres-sures at the proper levels. If atire frequently needs refilling,have it checked by an author-ized Kia dealer.
 Overinflation produces a harsh ride, excessive wear atthe center of the tire tread, anda greater possibility of dam-age from road hazards.
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