power steering KIA SORENTO 2019 Owners Manual

Your vehicle at a glance
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INTERIOR OVERVIEW
1. Inside door handle ...................................4-23
2. Power window switch...............................4-40
3. Central door lock switch ..........................4-24
4. Power window lock button .......................4-43
5. Outside rearview mirror control ...............4-71
6. Outside rearview mirror folding ...............4-73
7. Driver position memory system...............3-10
8. Fuel filler lid open button .........................4-47
9. Power liftgate open/close button .............4-28
10. Instrument panel illumination control ....4-76
11. BCW On/Off button .............................5-101
12. LKA On/Off button .................................5-91
13. AC inverter button ................................4-176
14. ESC off button .......................................5-41
15. Steering wheel .......................................4-57
16. Tilt and telescopic steering control lever ..4-58
17. Inner fuse panel .....................................7-51
18. Brake pedal............................................5-27
19. Hood release lever.................................4-45
20. Seat ..........................................................3-2
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Your vehicle at a glance
INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
1. Driver’s front air bag ............................3-59
2. Horn.....................................................4-60
3. Instrument cluster ................................4-76
4. Wiper and washer control lever .........4-131
5. Ignition switch or Engine start/stop button ...............5-7, 5-10
6. Cruise control/ Smart cruise control ...................5-63, 5-67
7. Hazard warning flasher .........................6-2
8. Climate control system...........4-141, 4-152
9. Shift lever.............................................5-14
10. Front seat warmer/ Seat cooler ...........................4-173, 4-174
11. Heated steering wheel button ...........4-59
12. Drive mode button .............................5-86
13. AWD Lock button...............................5-21
14. 360° camera monitoring system On/Off button ...................................4-121
15. Parking assist system On/Off button ...................................4-115
16. Electronic parking brake (EPB) button ......................................5-30
17. AUTO HOLD button...........................5-36
18. USB charger ....................................4-178
19. Power outlet.....................................4-175
20. AC inverter ......................................4-176
21. Glove box ........................................4-169
22. Passenger’s front air bag ..................3-59
23. Center console storage box ............4-169
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Safety features of your vehicle
Front seat adjustment - power
(if equipped)
The front seat can be adjusted by
using the control switches located on
the outside of the seat cushion.
Before driving, adjust the seat to the
proper position so you can easily con-
trol the steering wheel, pedals and
switches on the instrument panel.When in operation, the power seat-
consumes a large amount of electri-
cal power. To prevent unnecessary
charging system drain, don’t adjust
the power seat longer than neces-
sary while the engine is not running.
Forward and backward
Push the control switch forward or
backward to move the seat to the
desired position. Release the switch
once the seat reaches the desired
position.
CAUTION- Power seat
adjustments
The power seating controlsfunction by electronic motor.
Excessive operation may causedamage to the electrical equip-ment.
CAUTION- Power Seating
Do not operate two or morepower seat control switches atthe same time. Doing so maydamage the power seat motor orelectrical components.
WARNING- Unattended
children
Do not leave children unattend-
ed in the vehicle. Children might
operate features of the vehicle
that could injure them.
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• Tilting the sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-55
• Closing the sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-55
• Resetting the sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-56
Steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-57
• Electric Power Steering (EPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-57
• Tilt and telescopic steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-58
• Heated steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-59
• Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . 4-60
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-61\
• Inside rearview mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-61
• Outside rearview mirror. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-71
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-75
• Instrument cluster control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-76
• LCD display control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-76
• Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 4-77
• Transmission shift indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-80
LCD display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-82
• LCD modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-82\
Trip modes (Trip computer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-83
• Trip modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-83\
• Fuel economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-83
• Accumulated driving information mode . . . . . . . . . . 4-85
• One time driving information mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-85
• Digital speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-86
• Smart shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-86\
• Turn by turn mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-86
• Assist mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-87\
• Distance to empty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-89
• User settings mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-89
• Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-94
Warning and indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-99
• Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-99
• Indicator lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-106
Rear parking assist system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-111
• Operation of the rear parking assist system . . . . . . 4-111
• Non-operational conditions of rear parking assist
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
4-112
• Rear parking assist system precautions . . . . . . . . . 4-113
Parking assist system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-115
• Operation of the parking assist system . . . . . . . . . . 4-115
• Non-operational conditions of parking assist system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
4-117
Rearview camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-120
360° camera monitoring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-121
• Automatic car wash entry support guidelines . . . . 4-122
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-123
• Battery saver function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-123
• Daytime running light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-123
• Lighting control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-123
• High beam operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-125
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Interior features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-172
• Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-172
• Bottle holder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-173
• Seat warmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-173
• Seat cooler (Air ventilation seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-174
• Sunvisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-\
175
• Power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-175
• AC inverter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-176
• USB charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-178
• Wireless smart phone charging system . . . . . . . . . . 4-179
• Coat hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18\
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• Floor mat anchor (s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-182
• Side curtain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-183
• Luggage net holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-183
Exterior features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-185
• Roof rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18\
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Audio system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-186
• Antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . 4-186
• Pole antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-186
• Steering wheel remote controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-187
• AUX, USB port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-188
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Features of your vehicle
Electric power steering (EPS)
The power steering uses a motor to
assist you in steering the vehicle. If
the engine is off or if the power steer-
ing system becomes inoperative, the
vehicle may still be steered, but it will
require increased steering effort.
The EPS is controlled by a power
steering control unit which senses
the steering wheel torque and vehi-
cle speed to command the motor.
The steering becomes heavier as
the vehicle’s speed increases and
becomes lighter as the vehicle’s
speed decreases for optimum steer-
ing control.
Should you notice any change in the
effort required to steer during normal
vehicle operation, have the power
steering checked by an authorized
Kia dealer. If the Electric Power Steering
System does not operate normally,
the warning light will illuminate on
the instrument cluster. The steering
wheel may require increased
steering effort. Take your vehicle to
an authorized Kia dealer and have
the vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
When you operate the steering wheel in low temperature, noise
may occur. If temperature rises, the
noise will likely disappear. This is a
normal condition.
When the vehicle is stationary, and the steering wheel is turned all the
way to the left or right continuous-
ly, the steering wheel becomes
harder to turn. The power assist is
limited to protect the motor from
overheating.
As time passes, the steering wheel
will return to its normal condition.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
The following symptoms may occur
during normal vehicle operation:
• The EPS warning light does not
illuminate.
• The steering gets heavy immedi- ately after turning the ignition
switch on. This happens as the sys-
tem performs the EPS system
diagnostics. When the diagnostics
are completed, the steering wheel
will return to its normal condition.
• A click noise may be heard from the EPS relay after the ignition
switch is turned to the ON or
LOCK (OFF) position.
• A motor noise may be heard when the vehicle is at a stop or at a low
driving speed.
• If the Electric Power Steering System does not operate normally,
the warning light will illuminate on
the instrument cluster. The steer-
ing wheel may become difficult to
control or operate abnormally.
Take your vehicle to an authorized
Kia dealer and have the vehicle
checked as soon as possible. (Continued)
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Features of your vehicle
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✽ ✽
NOTICE- Electronic Brake
force Distribution (EBD)
System Warning Light
When the ABS Warning Light is on
or both ABS and Parking Brake &
Brake Fluid Warning Lights are on,
the speedometer, odometer, or trip-
meter may not work. Also, the EPS
Warning Light may illuminate and
the steering effort may increase or
decrease.
In this case, have your vehicle inspect-
ed by an authorized Kia dealer as
soon as possible.
Electronic Power Steering (EPS) WarningLight
This warning light illuminates:
Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON
position.
- It remains on until the engine isstarted.
When there is a malfunction with the EPS.
In this case, have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Kia
dealer.
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (MIL)
This warning light illuminates:
Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON
position.
- It remains on until the engine isstarted.
When there is a malfunction with the emission control system.
In this case, have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Kia
dealer.

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Features of your vehicle
Steering wheel remote con-
troller (if equipped)
(1) VOLUME
Used to control volume.
(2) SEEK
When pressed shortly (under 0.8
seconds).
- FM, AM mode : Searches broad-cast frequencies saved to presets.
- CD, USB, iPod
®, My Music,
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
Audio mode : Changes the track,
file. When pressed and held (over 0.8
seconds).
- FM, AM mode : Automatically
searches broadcast frequencies
and channels.
- CD, USB, iPod
®, My Music mode :
Rewinds or fast forwards the track
or file.
(3) MUTE
Mutes audio volume.
(4) MODE
Each time this key is pressed, the
mode is changed in order of FM1,
FM2, AM, CD, USB (iPod), AUX, My
Music, BT Audio.
If the media is not connected or a
disc is not inserted, corresponding
modes will be disabled.
Press and hold the key (over 0.8 sec-
onds) to turn the audio system on/off.
When power is off, press the key to
turn power back on. (5) (if equipped)
When pressed shortly.
- When pressed in the phone
screen, displays call history
screen.
- When pressed in the dial screen, makes a call.
- When pressed in the incoming call screen, answers the call.
- When pressed while another incoming call is waiting, switches
to waiting call (Call Waiting).
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Driving your vehicle
Power brakes
Your vehicle has power-assisted
brakes that adjust automatically
through normal usage.
In the event that the power-assisted
brakes lose power because of a
stalled engine or some other reason,
you can still stop your vehicle by
applying greater force to the brake
pedal than you normally would. The
stopping distance, however, will be
longer.
When the engine is not running, the
reserve brake power is partially
depleted each time the brake pedal
is applied. Do not pump the brake
pedal when the power assist has
been interrupted.
Pump the brake pedal only when
necessary to maintain steering con-
trol on slippery surfaces.Wet brakes may impair the vehicle’s
ability to safely slow down; the vehi-
cle may also pull to one side when
the brakes are applied. Applying the
brakes lightly will indicate whether
they have been affected in this way.
Always test your brakes in this fash-
ion after driving through deep water.
To dry the brakes, apply them lightly
while maintaining a safe forward
speed until brake performance
returns to normal.
BRAKE SYSTEM
WARNING- Steep hill
braking
Avoid continuous application of
the brakes when descending a
long or steep hill by shifting to a
lower gear. Continuous brake
application will cause the brakes
to overheat and could result in a
temporary loss of braking per-
formance.
CAUTION- Brake Pedal
Do not drive with your foot rest- ing on the brake pedal. This willcreate abnormally high braketemperatures which can causeexcessive brake lining and padwear.

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VSM operation off
If you press the ESC OFF button to
turn off the ESC, the VSM will also
cancel and the ESC OFF indicator
light ( ) illuminates.
To turn on the VSM, press the button
again. The ESC OFF indicator light
goes out.
Malfunction indicator
The VSM can be deactivated even if
you don’t cancel the VSM operation
by pressing the ESC OFF button. It
indicates that a malfunction has
been detected somewhere in the
Electric Power Steering system or
VSM system. If the ESC indicator
light ( ) or EPS warning light
remains on, take your vehicle to an
authorized Kia dealer and have the
system checked.
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NOTICE
• The VSM is designed to function
above approximately 22 km/h (13
mph) on curves.
• The VSM is designed to function above approximately 10 km/h (6
mph) when a vehicle is braking on
a two surface road. The two sur-
face road is made of surfaces
which have different friction
forces.
The Vehicle Stability Management
system is not a substitute for safe
driving practices but a supplemen-
tary function only. It is the respon-
sibility of the driver to always check
the speed and the distance to the
vehicle ahead. Always hold the
steering wheel firmly while driving.
Your vehicle is designed to activate according to the driver’s intention,
even with installed VSM. Always
follow all the normal precautions
for driving at safe speeds for the
conditions – including driving in
clement weather and on a slippery
road.