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FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
© 2013 Kia Motors America, Inc. All rights reserved. Part Number: UX140-PS-004
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Active ECO System* 05
Air Conditioning / Climate Control 22
Audio System - Standard* 16
Audio System - Navigation System* 20
Audio System - UVO System* 19
AUX/USB/iPod® Port & Power Outlets 21
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 12
Cruise Control* 14
Digital Clock 21
Folding 2nd & 3rd Row Seats* 27
Front Active Headrests 28
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF Indicator 35
Smart Key* 29
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 05
Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers* 11
VIDEOS & QR CODES 02INSTRUMENT CLUSTERInstrument Cluster Overview / Indicators & Warning Lights 03Trip Computer / Tripmeter* 04Fuel Efficiency 04Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 05Active ECO System* 05DRIVER’S PANELElectronic Stability Control (ESC) 06Blind Spot Detection (BSD) System* 06Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) 06Hood Release Lever and Latch 06Instrument Panel Dimmer* 07All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Mode* 07Heated Steering Wheel Button* 07Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock 08Electric/Folding Mirrors* 08Power/Heated Outside Mirrors* 08Engine Start/Stop Button* 08STEERING WHEEL CONTROLSTilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel 09LCD Display Control 09Headlights & High Beams 10Turn Signals & Fog Lights* 10Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers* 11Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 12Audio Controls 14Cruise Control 14FlexSteer™ Steering Wheel Mode* 15AUDIO SYSTEMStandard Audio System Overview* 16Standard Audio System Operation* 17UVO System* 19Navigation System* 20
CENTER PANELDigital Clock 21AUX/USB/iPod® Port & Power Outlets 21Automatic Climate Control* 22Manual Climate Control* 233rd Row Air Conditioning Control* 23Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting 24S E AT I N GSeat Warmers/Ventilated Seats* 25Driver Position Memory System* 25Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat* 266-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat* 26Folding 2nd & 3rd Row Seats* 27Front Active Headrests* 28Front Seat Headrest Adjustment 28OTHER KEY FEATURESRemote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)* 29Double-Turn Lock/Unlock All* 29Smart Key* 29HomeLink® with Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror* 30Power Tailgate 31Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine Light) 31Manual Rear Hatch Release Button 31Map/Room/Dome Lamps 32Sunvisor 32Sunroof Operation* 33Roof Rack* 33 Rear-Camera Display* 34Backup Warning System* 34SAFETYOccupant Detection System (ODS) / PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF Indicator 35Child Safety Locks 35Safety Belts 36LEGAL DISCLAIMERS (See Back Inside Cover Page) MAINTENANCE (See Back Cover)
ESSENTIAL FEATURES
SORENTO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE*IF EQUIPPED
Driving while drowsy or distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Drivers should remain attentive to driving and exercise caution when using vehicle systems while driving.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Charging System Warning Light
Cruise SET Indicator
Cruise Indicator
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light
Electronic Power Steering Warning Light
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REMINDER: Your vehicle’s instrument cluster & indicator light locations may differ from those in the illustrations See your Owner’s Manual for more details
Instrument Cluster Overview / Indicators & Warning Lights
A Tachometer
B Turn Signal Indicators
C Speedometer
D Engine Temperature Gauge
E Indicator & Warning Lights
F Gear Shift Position Indicator*
G Odometer/Tripmeter*
H Trip Computer*
I Fuel Gauge
For more information on the function of all indicator and warning lights, please refer to the Owner’s Manual
QUICK TIPS
Low Windshield Washer Warning Light
Light on Indicator
AWD System Warning Light*
AWD LOCK Indicator*
ECOMINDER® Indicator
Key Out Warning Light*
Immobilizer Indicator*
High Beam Indicator
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator*
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator*
Low Tire Pressure Light / Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Malfunction Indicator
Malfunction Indicator
Tailgate Open Warning Light
Front Fog Light Indicator
Seat Belt Warning Light
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light
Door Ajar Warning Light
Air Bag Warning Light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Warning Light
*IF EQUIPPED
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(Type B Cluster)(Type A Cluster)
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Kia Tire Pressure Monitoring System Video
To view a video on your mobile device, SNAP this QR code or visit the listed website
Refer to page 2 for more information
Ecominder and Active ECO Video
QR CODETire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
REMINDER: Consult your dealer for service if Low Tire Pressure Light remains illuminated after inflating your tire(s)
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The indicator functions as both Low Tire
Pressure Light and TPMS Malfunction Indicator
The TPMS indicator will illuminate if: one or more
tires is significantly underinflated, the vehicle has a
spare tire without TPMS or the outside temperature
becomes significantly colder
• Inflate tire(s) to specifications to turn off Low Tire
Pressure Light using an accurate digital tire
pressure gauge See front driver’s door jamb for
PSI specification
• The TPMS Malfunction Indicator will illuminate
after it blinks for approximately one minute when
there is a problem with the TPMS See dealer
for service
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• Even with TPMS, tire pressure should be checked manually at least once a month Only adjust Tire Pressure on “cold tires”
• For proper maintenance, safety, and optimal fuel economy, maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the load limits and weight distribution recommended for your vehicle
• In winter or cold weather, the TPMS light may illuminate if the tire pressure was adjusted to the recommended tire inflation pressure during warm weather
QUICK TIPS
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To help improve your fuel efficiency:
• Drive at a moderate speed, accelerating smoothly and at a moderate rate
• Keep tires inflated to the recommended pressure
• Be sure the wheels are properly aligned
QUICK TIPS
Active ECO System*
Active ECO helps to improve fuel efficiency by
controlling several vehicle components When
activated, it optimizes drivetrain operations such as
engine power and transmission to help improve fuel
economy
To turn ON, press the Active ECO button A The
button light will turn on and the green ECO indicator
light B in the instrument cluster will illuminate
(indicating that you are getting optimal fuel
efficiency) The Active ECO System will remain on
even when the engine is turned off and restarted
To turn Active ECO OFF, press the button A again
(Button panel located below Gear Shif t)
( ECO indicator located on instrument cluster)
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For more information on Active ECO, refer to your Owner’s Manual or contact your local dealership.
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DRIVER’S PANELDRIVER’S PANELDRIVER’S PANEL
AWD Transfer Mode*
Press the AWD Mode selector button E to activate or deactivate AWD Lock mode
AWD Lock Mode:
Activates AWD for climbing or descending sharp grades, off-road driving,
driving on sandy and muddy roads, etc , to help provide optimal traction
given the terrain
AWD Auto Mode:
The vehicle operates similar to conventional 2WD vehicles If the system
determines that there is a need for the AWD mode, the engine’s driving power
is distributed to all four wheels automatically without driver intervention
Instrument Panel Dimmer*
With parking lights/headlights ON, press
button D (+) or (-) to adjust the brightness
of the instrument panel illumination
REMINDER: Door mood lamp is a fixed brightness and cannot be adjusted
REMINDER: The Instrument Panel Dimmer does not adjust brightness on the Navigation System screen Use Navigation setup to adjust brightness on the Navigation System
Heated Steering
Wheel Button*
Press F to turn ON/OFF
Steering Wheel Heater, while
the Engine Start/Stop Button
is in the ON position Steering
Wheel Heater will turn OFF
automatically in 30 minutes,
or when button is pressed
again to deactivate
If ignition is turned OFF, then ON again within 30 minutes of Steering Wheel Heater being turned ON, the system will remain in the ON position
QUICK TIPS
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Tilt/Telescopic Steering WheelLCD Display Control
(Type B Instrument Cluster)To adjust the Steering Wheel, press the Lock-Release Lever A down and adjust B to desired angle and C distance
When finished, pull the Lock-Release Lever A up to lock
Steering Wheel in place
Press Mode/Select button D to change/select the different
LCD Modes:
• Trip Computer
• Service
• User Settings
• A/V*
• Tu r n - b y -Tu r n
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(LCD Display Control button located on Steering Wheel)
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Rotate Rear Wiper switch to change Wiper modes.
M I S T: Single wipe
ON: Normal wipe
OFF: Wiper off
LO: Slow wipe
HI: Fast wipe
I N T: Intermittent wipe
Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers*
Move lever Up/Down to change Wiper modes
Push to spray and wipe.
Faster
Slower
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
• When using voice recognition, some phones may reverse the names in the contact list from {FIRST NAME} {LAST NAME} to {LAST NAME} {FIRST NAME)
• When using the voice command feature, wait for the system BEEP before speaking the command
• When using voice recognition to place a call, speak in a natural, moderate tone, with clear pronunciation
• Open windows, sunroof or an A/C fan operating at high speeds can interfere with voice recognition
• The Contacts Sync (Phonebook Download) feature allows you to choose whether your phone contact list will transfer to your vehicle contacts each time your phone is connected or only at the initial phone pairing
• If Contact Sync is set to ON, contacts stored in your phone will download each time your phone is connected There may be a delay before the system is available to place a call
• If Contact Sync set to OFF, your phone contacts will download only at the initial pairing This allows you to make calls without waiting for your phone contact list to download
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If experiencing difficulty using voice recognition to place a call, be sure you are using the actual full contact name as entered in your phone book, not a casual or nickname (e g , if name was entered as “Robert Smith”, say “Call Robert Smith”, not “Call Bob Smith”)
QUICK TIPS
Pairing a Phone
For instructions on how to pair a phone, refer to the audio system’s user’s guide
How to Place a Call
When using the voice command feature, wait for the system BEEP before speaking the command
There are two options on how to place a call:
Standard Audio System
• Option 1: Press the Receive Call button D (system will prompt you through call
process)
• Option 2: Press the Talk button C (s ys te m will beep to indicate it is ready for call placement) Then say the command “Call {name}” or “Dial {number}”
UVO System
• Option 1: Press the Receive Call button D (displays the phone screen with number keypad)
• Option 2: Press the Talk button C Then say the command “Call {name}” or “Dial
{number}”
Navigation System
• Option 1: Press the Receive Call button D (displays the phone screen with number keypad)
• Option 2: Press the Talk button C Then say the command “Call Name” or “Dial Number”, followed by phone book name or number
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Voice Recognition / Speaker Adaptation (Standard Audio System - Base Model Only)
The Voice Command feature in the Kia audio systems allows you to create speaker profiles in order to help optimize recognition accuracy
1 Press End Call button E for 10 seconds
2 Say “Record Profile”, then say “Yes”
3 Speak the words shown on the Audio System display
REMINDER: System must have a phone paired in order to utilize the Speaker Adaptation feature
*IF EQUIPPED
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
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Select the desired steering mode by toggling
through the steering modes
• Press the FlexSteer™ Steering Wheel Mode
button A to display the steering mode on the
LCD display (Type B instrument cluster)
• Then press the button again A within 4 seconds
to switch modes
FlexSteer™ Steering Wheel Mode*
REMINDER: Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations See your Owner’s Manual for more details
Steering ModeSteering ModeSteering Mode
NORMAL
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AUDIO SYSTEM
SCAN
SETUP
MENU
MEDIA
RADIO
PHONE
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Smart ITself
Insert CD
Press to select CD/MP3/AUX/USB/iPod®/My Music TrackPress to move Up/Downone Category/File/Folder
Press button to selectRandom playback. Pressand hold button to selectRandom playback of allsongs in CD/file/folder
Press to Power ON/OFF. Rotate to adjust Volume
Press to select CD/USB/AUX/MyMusic/BT Audio Modes(Bluetooth®)
Press to Operate Phone Screen
Press to select Repeatplayback. Press and holdbutton to select Repeatplayback of all songs inCD/file/folder
Standard Audio System Operation — CD/AUX/USB/iPod®/My Music*
Press to eject CDCD-IN indicator LED (indicates that a CD has been inserted)
Press to display menus of current mode
Rotate to change Radio/Sirius Station/CD/AUX /iPod®/My Music
Press to play each song in the Media file for 10 seconds. To cancel SCAN Play, press again
REMINDER: Sirius service not available in AK or HI
REMINDER: Your vehicle’s audio system may differ from that in the illustration See your Owner’s Manual for more details
• Sound Settings
• System Settings
For further audio system operations, refer to pages 14 , 16 – 21.