fuel type KIA SORENTO 2019 Owners Manual

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Introduction
Gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains harmful
manganese-based fuel additives
Such as
MMT(Methylcyclopentadienyl
Manganese Tricarbonyl). Kia does
not recommend the use of gasoline
containing MMT. This type of fuel can
reduce vehicle performance and
affect your emission control system.
The Malfunction Indicator Lamp on
the cluster may come on.
Do not use methanol
Fuels containing methanol (wood
alcohol) should not be used in your
vehicle. This type of fuel can reduce
vehicle performance and damage
components of the fuel system,
engine control system and emission
control system.
Fuel Additives
Kia recommends that you use good
quality gasolines treated with deter-
gent additives such as TOP TIER
Detergent Gasoline, which help pre-
vent deposit formation in the engine.
These gasolines will help the engine
run cleaner and enhance perform-
ance of the Emission Control
System. For more information on
TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline,
please go to the website (www.top-
tiergas.com)
For customers who do not use TOP
TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly,
and have problems starting or the
engine does not run smoothly, addi-
tives that you can buy separately
may be added to the gasoline.
If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is
not available, one bottle of additive
should be added to the fuel tank at
every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or
every engine oil change is recom-
mended. Additives are available from
your authorized Kia dealer along with
information on how to use them. Do
not mix other additives.
Operation in foreign countries
If you are going to drive your vehicle
in another country, be sure to:
Observe all regulations regardingregistration and insurance.
Determine that acceptable fuel is available.

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Features of your vehicle
Make sure to refuel your vehicle
according to the “Fuel requirements”
suggested in chapter 1.
If the fuel filler cap requires replace-
ment, use only a genuine Kia cap or
the equivalent specified for your vehi-
cle. An incorrect fuel filler cap can
result in a serious malfunction of the
fuel system or emission control sys-
tem.
WARNING- Cell phonefires
Do not use cellular phones
while refueling. Electric current
and/or electronic interference
from cellular phones can poten-
tially ignite fuel vapors causing
a fire.
WARNING- Portable fuel container
When using an approved portable
fuel container, be sure to place
the container on the ground prior
to refueling. Static electricity dis-
charge from the container can
ignite fuel vapors causing a fire.
Once refueling has begun, con-
tact with the vehicle should be
maintained until the filling is com-
plete. Use only approved portable
plastic fuel containers designed
to carry and store gasoline.WARNING- Smoking
DO NOT use matches or a lighter
and DO NOT SMOKE or leave a lit
cigarette in your vehicle while at
a gas station especially during
refueling. Automotive fuel is
highly flammable and can, when
ignited, result in fire.
WARNING- Refueling & Vehicle fires
When refueling, always shut the
engine off. Sparks produced by
electrical components related
to the engine can ignite fuel
vapors causing a fire. Once
refueling is complete, check to
make sure the filler cap and
filler door are securely closed,
before starting the engine.CAUTION- Exterior paint
Do not spill fuel on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Anytype of fuel spilled on paintedsurfaces may damage the paint.

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Features of your vehicle
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
1. Tachometer
2. Speedometer
3. Engine coolant temperature gauge
4. Fuel gauge
5. LCD display
6. Warning and indicator lights
OUMA048100C/OUMA048101C
■ ■Type A
❈The actual cluster in the vehicle may differ
from the illustration.
For more details, refer to the “Gauges” in
this chapter.
■ ■ Type B

Features of your vehicle
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4
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
This gauge indicates the tempera-
ture of the engine coolant when the
ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop
button is ON. If the gauge pointer moves beyond
the normal range area toward the “H”
position, it indicates overheating that
may damage the engine.
Do not continue driving with an over-
heated engine. If your vehicle over-
heats, refer to “If the Engine
Overheats” in chapter 7.
Fuel Gauge
This gauge indicates the approxi-
mate amount of fuel remaining in the
fuel tank.
WARNING - Hot radiator
Never remove the radiator cap
when the engine is hot. The
engine coolant is under pres-
sure and could cause severe
burns. Wait until the engine is
cool before adding coolant to
the reservoir.
OUM044105
■ Type A■Type B
OUM044106
■Type A■Type B

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Features of your vehicle
Welcome Mirror/Light (if equipped) :- If this item checked, the welcomeMirror/light function will be activat-
ed.
Wireless Charging System (if equipped) :
- If this item checked, the wirelesscharging system function will be
activated.
Wiper/Light Display (if equipped) : - If this item checked, theWiper/Light Display will be acti-
vated.
Gear Position Pop-up (if equipped) : - If this item checked, the gear posi-tion pop-up display will be activat-
ed. Service interval
Enable Service Interval
To activate or deactivate the serv-
ice interval function.
Adjust Interval To adjust the interval by mileage-
and period.
Reset To reset the service interval func-
tion. Other features
Fuel Economy Auto Reset
- Off : The average fuel economywill not reset automatically when-
ever refueling.
- After Ignition : The average fuel economy will reset automatically
whenever it has passed 4 hours
after turning OFF the engine.
- After Refueling : The average fuel economy will reset automatically
when refueling.
❈ For more information, refer to “Trip
Computer” in this chapter.
Speedometer subscale (for Type B cluster) : If this item checked,
speedometer subscale will be dis-
played.
Fuel Economy Unit - Choose the fuel economy unit.(US gallon/UK gallon)
Temperature Unit - Choose the temperature u (°C,°F)
Tire Pressure Unit (if equipped) - Choose the tire pressure u (psi,kPa, bar)

Driving your vehicle
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The drive mode may be selected
according to the driver's preference
or road condition.
The mode changes whenever the
DRIVE MODE button is turned. SMART mode : SMART mode
automatically adjusts the driving
mode (ECO " COMFORT "
SPORT) in accordance with the
driver's driving habits.
COMFORT mode : COMFORT mode provides soft driving and
comfortable riding.
SPORT mode : SPORT mode pro- vides sporty but firm riding.
ECO mode : ECO mode improves fuel efficiency for eco-friendly driv-
ing.
If it is in ECO or SMART mode, the
each mode will be set when the
engine is restarted. (However, if it is
in COMFORT/SPORT mode, the
driving mode will be set to COM-
FORT mode when the engine is
restarted.)
SMART mode
DRIVE MODE INTEGRATED CONTROL SYSTEM
OUM058359L OUM058358L
OUM058360L
OUMA054036
OUMA058037
■ Type B
■Type A

Driving your vehicle
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5
If you are considering towing with
your vehicle, you should first check
with your country's Department of
Motor Vehicles to determine their
legal requirements.
Since laws vary the requirements for
towing trailers, cars, or other types of
vehicles or apparatus may differ. Ask
an authorized Kia dealer for further
details before towing.
You may require an additional wiring
harness connector to install a trailer
hitch. Please contact an authorized
Kia dealer for more details. Your vehicle can tow a trailer.* To
identify what the vehicle trailering
capacity is for your vehicle, you
should read the information in
“Weight of the trailer” that appears
later in this section.Remember that trailering is different
than just driving your vehicle by itself.
Trailering means changes in han-
dling, durability, and fuel economy.
Successful, safe trailering requires
correct equipment, and it has to be
used properly.
This section contains many time-
tested, important trailering tips and
safety rules. Many of these are
important for your safety and that of
your passengers. Please read this
section carefully before you pull a
trailer.
Load-pulling components such as
the engine, transmission, wheel
assemblies, and tires are forced to
work harder against the load of the
added weight. The engine is required
to operate at relatively higher speeds
and under greater loads. This addi-
tional burden generates extra heat.
The trailer also adds considerably to
wind resistance, increasing the
pulling requirements.
TRAILER TOWING
CAUTION - Trailer
installation
Follow instructions in this sec-tion when pulling a trailer.Pulling a trailer improperly candamage your vehicle and resultin costly repairs not covered byyour warranty.
WARNING- Towing a
trailer
Always check your towing
equipment to confirm correct
equipment size and installation
before use. Using incompatible
or incorrectly installed trailer
equipment can effect the vehi-
cle operation and endanger you
and your passengers.
WARNING- Weight limits
Before towing, make sure the
total trailer weight, GCW (gross
combination weight), GVW
(gross vehicle weight), GAW
(gross axle weight) and trailer
tongue load are all within the
limits.

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
7-51
• Inner panel fuse replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-53
• Engine compartment fuse replacement. . . . . . . . . . . 7-55
• Fuse/relay panel description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-58
Light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-69
• Bulb replacement precaution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-69
• Light bulb position (Front). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-71
• Light bulb position (Rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-72
• Light bulb position (Side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-73
• Headlamp (Low beam) bulb replacement(Headlamp Type A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-73
• Headlamp (High beam) bulb replacement (Headlamp Type A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-74
• Front turn signal lamp bulb replacement (Headlamp Type A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-76
• Position lamp (LED type) replacement (Headlamp Type A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-76
• Side marker (front) (LED type) bulb replacement . . 7-77
• Headlamp (LED type) replacement (Headlamp Type B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-77
• Side repeater lamp (LED type) bulb replacement . . 7-78
• Front fog lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-78
• Stop and tail lamp (Bulb type) bulb replacement . . 7-79
• Rear turn signal lamp (Bulb type) bulb replacement . . 7-80
• Side marker (rear) (Bulb type) bulb replacement . . 7-82 • Side marker (rear) (LED type) bulb replacement . . 7-83
• Tail lamp (inside) (Bulb type) bulb replacement . . . 7-83
• Back up lamp (Bulb type) bulb replacement . . . . . . 7-84
• Stop and tail lamp (LED type) bulb replacement . . 7-85
• High mounted stop lamp (LED type) bulb
replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-85
• License plate lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-86
• Map lamp (Bulb type) bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . 7-86
• Map lamp (LED type) bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . 7-87
• Room lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-87
• Personal lamp (LED type) bulb replacement . . . . . . 7-88
• Glove box lamp replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-88
• Luggage lamp (Bulb type) bulb replacement . . . . . . 7-89
• Luggage lamp (LED type) bulb replacement . . . . . . 7-89
• Vanity mirror lamp (Bulb type) bulb replacement . . 7-90
• Vanity mirror lamp (LED type) bulb replacement . . 7-90
Appearance care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-91
• Exterior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-91
• Interior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-96
Emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-100
• Crankcase emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-100
• Evaporative emission control (including ORVR: Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery) system . . . . 7-100
• Exhaust emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-101
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Maintenance
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Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496108120132144156168180
Miles×1,0007.51522.530 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5
Km×1,00012 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180
Cooling system---I-I-I-I-I-I-
Automatic transmission fluidNo check, No service required
Rear axle oil (AWD) *5---I---I---I---
Transfer case oil (AWD) *5---I---I---I---
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Fuel tank air filter *4-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Fuel lines, hoses and connections---I---I---I---
Parking brake (Foot Type)-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Brake fluid-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Cooling system hoses and connectionsInspect every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or 6 months
Clutch (if equipped) and brake pedal free
playInspect every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or 6 months
All latch, hinges and locksInspect every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models (CONT.)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*
4: Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance sched- ule depends on fuel quality.
*
5: Transfer case oil and rear axle oil should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water.

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Index
Limitation of the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-56
Recognizing pedestrians. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-61
Front fog lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-78
Front fog light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-129
Front seat adjustment - power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Front seat adjustment-manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Front turn signal lamp bulb replacement (Headlamp Type A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-76
Fuel additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Fuel economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-83
Fuel filler lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-47 Opening the fuel filler lid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-47
Closing the fuel filler lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-47
Emergency fuel filler lid release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-50
Fuel gauge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-\
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Fuel requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol . . . . . . . . 1-3
Other fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Gasoline containing MMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Do not use methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Fuel additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Operation in foreign countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . 7-51 Inner panel fuse replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-53
Fuse switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-55
Engine compartment fuse replacement . . . . . . . . . . 7-55
Multi fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-56 Main fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-56
Fuse/relay panel description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-58
Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Gasoline containing MMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 4-77
Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16\
9
Glove box lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-138
Glove box lamp replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-88
Gross vehicle weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Hazard warning flasher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Hazardous driving conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-117
Headlamp (High beam) bulb replacement (Headlamp Type A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-74
Headlamp (LED type) replacement (Headlamp Type B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-77
Headlamp (Low beam) bulb replacement (Headlamp Type A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-73
Headlight (Headlamp) escort function . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-139
Headlight leveling device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-129
Headlight position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-124
Headrest (Front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Headrest (Rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
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