KIA SORENTO 2020 Features and Functions Guide
Manufacturer: KIA, Model Year: 2020, Model line: SORENTO, Model: KIA SORENTO 2020Pages: 54, PDF Size: 3.56 MB
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ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED 29
Automatic Climate Control* (continued)
REMINDERS:
•
When in AUTO mode, Air Flow Mode and Fan Speed do not display on the Climate Control Display
•Warm air may flow in through the vents if the Recirculated Air button is not pressed ON (LED lit)
•
Continuous use of the climate control system in the recirculated air position may allow humidity to increase inside the vehicle which may fog the glass and obscure visibility
Your Automatic Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations. See your Owner’s Manual for more details.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
Air Flow Modes
To select Air Flow Modes, press the mode button H to cycle through to
the desired mode:
Auto Defogging System (ADS)
Auto defogging is designed to reduce
the fogging up of the inside of the
windshield by automatically sensing the
moisture of the inside of the windshield.
The system will automatically change to
defrost mode when needed.
Auto Defogging is set ON by default. To
cancel Auto Defogging, press the Front
Defrost button for three seconds,
when the ignition is in on (ADS OFF icon
will illuminate). To turn Auto Defogging
on again, press the Front Defrost button
for three seconds.
Face-Level
Bi-Level
F lo o r- L evel
Floor/Defrost-Level
•Defrost Mode activates A /C and opens Fresh Air Vent to help dehumidify the air and improve Defroster performance
•During Auto Operation, the A /C indicator will NOT illuminate. The fan speed, air intake, air flow and air conditioning may automatically be engaged at any time to reach desired temperature and reduce humidity
•Keep inside glass as clean as possible to reduce window fogging
QUICK TIPS
Auto Defogging System (ADS) 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.
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODE
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SORENTO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE30*IF EQUIPPED
REMINDER: Warm air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air button is not pressed ON (LED lit)
Air Flow Modes
To select Air Flow Modes, press the Mode
selection buttons:
Face-Level
Bi-Level
F lo o r- L evel
Floor/Defrost-Level
Manual Climate Control*
FRONT
REAR
PASSENGERAIR BAG
A/C
0 4
1
3
2MAXA/C
ON/OFF
REAR A/C
Rear Climate Control*
A Front fan speed control knob
B FRONT window defroster button
C REAR window defroster button
D Air conditioning button
E MA X A /C button
F Mode selection buttons
G Air intake control button
H Temperature control knob
I 3rd Row air conditioning ON/OFF button
J 3rd Row fan speed control knob
I
JA
DEB
CF
G
G
H
Defog Inside Windshield:
1.
Set Front Fan Speed A to the desired position
2. Set desired Temperature H
3. Press the Front Defrost button B
Defrost Outside Windshield:
1. Set Front Fan Speed A to the highest position
2. Set Temperature H to Hot
3. Press the Front Defrost button B
•
•
Defrost Mode activates A /C and opens Fresh Air Vent
•MA X A /C Mode automatically engages Recirculated Air
•Keep inside glass as clean as possible to reduce window fogging
QUICK TIPS
Your Manual Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations. See your Owner’s Manual for more details.
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31ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED
Aux/Multimedia USB Ports, Power Outlets, & USB Charger Ports*
USB Charger Ports*
Digital Clock
Press the SETUP key, then the Date/ Time
button to display the Clock setting screen.
Then use the onscreen buttons to adjust
time.
12VMAX
180W12VMAX
180W
AUX USB
Aux/Multimedia USB Port*
A Use the Aux port to connect audio devices and the Multimedia USB port to connect USB audio devices
and smartphones
Power Outlets
B Use the power outlets for mobile phones and other devices designed to operate on a 12V
(180W max) power outlet
(Located on Center Console)
REMINDERS:
• Using the Power Outlet (accessory plug) and USB charger for prolonged periods of time with the Engine Start /Stop button in the ACC position (Engine OFF ) for prolonged period time could cause the battery to discharge
• Use only the charging cables that your device manufacturer supplied. Third party cables may cause damage to device
• The USB data port (Multimedia USB port) is located next to the Power Outlets. The USB Charger ports do not support data transfer
For more information on the Aux/Multimedia USB Ports and Power Outlets, refer to the Owner's Manual.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
C USB charger ports* and power ports are located in
the Center Panel, inside and on the back of the Center
Console
12V180W
USB
C
(Located on Back of Center Console)
• Press the Return button on the audio head unit to ensure changes are saved
• When needed, Daylight Savings must be enabled in the Clock Settings screen
• To access manual date and time setting, turn GPS time OFF in the Clock Settings (UVO link with Navigation*)
QUICK TIPS
The power outlets are inactive when the Engine Start /Stop button is OFF.
QUICK TIP
A
BB
B
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REMINDERS:
•
If the driver door is opened, charging will be disabled
•
Wireless charging technology allows for a device to be charged using inductive charging. See your Owner’s Manual for more detailed information and the back page for legal disclaimers
•
Inductive charging systems are less ef ficient than conventional charging through a cable. As a result, higher device operating temperatures may be experienced during use
•
Charging Performance – Device position on the wireless charging system can affect charging performance. Other factor that may affect the charging rate includes foreign objects, such as coins or pens, and phone case thickness
Wireless Charging 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.
QR CODEWireless Smartphone Charging System*
Charge a compatible smartphone wirelessly by placing it on the tray B at the front of the console, near the Multimedia USB/Aux ports and the charging indicator, while the ignition is on.
1. Enable Wireless Charging in the User Settings
2. Slide open cover A. Place the smartphone on the center of the charging pad B
3. Indicator light C may change to amber once wireless charging begins
4. Once charging is complete, the amber light may change to green
12V 180WAUX USB12V 180W
•
•
The smartphone must be a compatible phone with QI function available
•Wireless charging must be enabled in user settings
•
If wireless charging does not work, move the smartphone around the pad until the charging indicator turns amber. Avoid placing other metal items in the bin while charging as to not impede the charging area
•
For wireless charging to occur, all doors (excluding the rear hatch) must be closed & the Smart Key Fob must be detected inside the vehicle
QUICK TIPS
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
12V 180WAUXUSB12V 180W
(Located in front of Gear Shift)
B
A
C
Requires QI enabled device or QI enabled case
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33ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)*
The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system utilizes an
electric motor to engage the parking brake.
Applying the Parking Brake
Depress the brake pedal and pull up the EPB switch A.
Ensure that the indicator light is illuminated on the
instrument cluster.
Releasing the Parking Brake
The EPB will automatically release when the shifter is
placed in Reverse or Drive.
To release EPB manually, depress the brake pedal, then
press the EPB switch A, with the ignition switch in the ON
position. Ensure that the indicator light is OFF.
REMINDERS:
•
As a bulb check, the EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned ON
•
If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily, or continues to remain lit, take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked
•The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving
•
A click or electric brake motor sound may be heard while operating or releasing the EPB, but these conditions are normal and indicate that the EPB is functioning properly
A
B
Auto Hold*
Auto Hold temporarily maintains the vehicle at a
standstill even though the brake pedal is not depressed
after the driver brings the vehicle to a complete stop by
depressing the brake pedal. Auto Hold can be turned On/
Off using the AUTO HOLD button B on the center panel
below the gear shift. Before Auto Hold will operate, the
driver’s door, engine hood and liftgate must be closed,
and the driver’s seat belt must be fastened.
The AUTO HOLD indicator on the Instrument Cluster
has four states:
White: Standby - When vehicle is in Park and at a
standstill, and AUTO HOLD button B is pressed ON, the
indicator will illuminate white. While driving the vehicle
(vehicle is not at a standstill), the Auto Hold indicator will
remain white.
Green: Engaged - When coming to a complete stop
by depressing the brake pedal, the Auto Hold indicator
changes from white to green.
Off (not illuminated) - The indicator will turn Off when
the AUTO HOLD button B is manually pressed Off or
when the EPB is manually turned On.
Yellow: Malfunction - When the indicator is illuminated
yellow, there may be a system malfunction. Take your
vehicle to a local Kia dealer.
REMINDERS:
•
Auto Hold only operates when vehicle is in Drive or Neutral
•
To reduce the risk of an accident, do not activate Auto Hold while driving downhill, backing up or parking your vehicle
•
Do not solely rely on the Auto Hold system to keep the vehicle stopped. Always pay attention to traf fic and road conditions, and be prepared to depress the brakes
•When leaving your keys with parking lot attendants or valet, make sure to inform them how to operate the EPB •If parked on a steep incline/decline, pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB application •Pull up and hold EPB switch a second time to increase brake pressure if parked on a decline or incline
QUICK TIPS
Electric Parking Brake 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.
QR CODE
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
Refer to page 4 for location of Instrument Cluster indicators.
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SORENTO FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE34*IF EQUIPPED †LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER
Heated Steering Wheel*
Press Heated Steering Wheel button A to turn the Steering
Wheel Heater on/off while the Engine Start /Stop button is
in the ON position. The Steering Wheel Heater will turn off
automatically in 30 minutes, or when button A is pressed
again to deactivate.
(Buttons located below Gear Shift)
Heated and Ventilated Seats 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.
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
B Seat Warmers
•Press the button once for high setting (3 LEDs lit)
•Press the button twice for medium setting
(2 LEDs lit)
•Press a third time for low setting (1 LED lit)
and again to turn OFF
C Ventilated Seats
•Press the button once for high setting (3 LEDs lit)
•Press twice for medium setting (2 LEDs lit)
•Press a third time for low setting (1 LED lit) and
again to turn OFF
Seat Warmers†2 0 / Ventilated Seats*
ACBCB
QR CODE
•With the seat warmer switch in the ON position, the heating system in the seat turns OFF or ON automatically depending on the seat temperature
•System is OFF by default
QUICK TIPS
•If ignition is turned OFF, then ON again within 30 minutes of the Steering Wheel Heater being turned ON, the system will return to its previous state
•The system returns to on when ignition is cycled. To turn off system, press the Heated Steering Wheel button A
QUICK TIPS
REMINDER: If the steering wheel becomes too warm, turn the system off. The heated steering wheel may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.
REMINDER: Use extreme caution when using the seat warmers to avoid burns. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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35ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED †LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER
Front Seat Headrest Adjustment†1 0
Type A*
•To raise the headrest, pull headrest up to the desired position
•To lower the headrest, press the button, then press the headrest down
Type B/C*
•To raise the headrest, pull the headrest up to the desired position
•To lower the headrest, press and hold the release button A and lower
the headrest to the desired position
Driver Position Memory System*†1 8
The integrated system stores into memory the position of the Driver’s
Seat and the Outside Rearview Mirrors.
To store positions into memory, first place the Gear Shift into P (Park)
while the Engine Start /Stop button is in the ON position. Then:
1. Adjust the Driver’s Seat and the Outside Mirrors
2. Press the SET button B on the control panel. System will beep once
3. Press one of the memory buttons C within 5 seconds. The system
will beep twice when memory has been stored
SET
1
2
(Buttons located on Driver's Door Panel) ( Type A )( Type B)
B
C
REMINDER: Do not attempt to operate the driver position memory system while the vehicle is moving. This could result in loss of control of the vehicle.
For easy adjustments, hold a headrest post with one hand while using the other hand to pull the headrest from underneath.
QUICK TIP
REMINDERS:
•
The headrest only moves up and down as described above. It does not adjust forward or backward
•
Do not operate the vehicle with the headrests removed. Headrests can provide critical neck and head support in an accident
AA
SEATING
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SEATING
*IF EQUIPPED †LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER
Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat*†1 8 / Power Lumbar*†1 8
Move/Press the controls to adjust the Seat forward/backward, the Seat
Cushion height, the Seatback recline or the Lumbar forward/backward.
A
B
C
D
AABCD
SeatbackLumbarSeat Cushion ExtensionSeatSeat Cushion
Pull lever E to slide the Seat forward/backward.
Pull lever F up several times to raise the Seat Height
Push lever F down several times to lower the Seat Height
Pull lever G to adjust the Seatback recline.
Press H to adjust the Lumbar support.
Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat*†1 8
H
E
FG
When adjusting the seat forward or backwards, ensure the seat clicks or locks into place before driving the vehicle.
QUICK TIP
For more information on Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat operation, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
Do not attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving. This could result in loss of control of the vehicle.
For more information on Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat operation, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
REMINDER: Do not attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving. This could result in loss of control of the vehicle.
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Folding 2nd-Row Seat
1. Lower the 2nd-Row Seat Headrest to the lowest position
2. Pull up on the Seatback folding lever A or strap* and fold
the Seatback down
Unfolding 2nd-Row Seat
1. Lift the folding Seatback lever A and move the Seatback
backward B
2. Then lift the lever again A or return Seatback to an
upright usable position B
2nd-Row Folding Seat†1 8
B
A
•When you return the Seatback to its original position, ensure it locks (clicks) into place
•It may be necessary to slide the front Seat forward and adjust the front Seatbacks to fully lower rear seats
•Lower Rear Headrests to the lowest position
QUICK TIPS
D
(Located on rear quarter-trim panels)
2nd & 3rd Row Folding Seats 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.
QR CODE
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
Pull lever D to release and automatically fold 2nd-Row
Seatback down.
2nd-Row Auto-Folding Seat*†1 8
For more information on 2nd-Row Auto Folding Seat operation, refer to the Owner's Manual.
REMINDER: The lever must return to its original position for the Seatback to lock.
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3rd-Row Folding Seat*†1 8
One-Touch Walk-In Seat Access
Folding 3rd-Row Seat
1. Fully lower the headrest A
2. Pull the Seat folding strap B located on the Seatback
3. Fold the Seat down
Walk-In Seat Lever*
To enter the 3rd-Row Seat* area, do the following steps:
1. Place the Seatbelt into the guide clip and tighten the
Seatbelt by pulling up
2. Pull lever C located on the 2nd-Row Seatback
3. Fold the Seatback forward and slide to the farthest
forward position
4. Return Seatback to its original position and ensure it
locks (clicks) into place
To get in and out of the 3rd Row Seat, adjust the 2nd Row Seat by
pressing the top or bottom One-Touch Walk-In Seat Access buttons D
(located on left side of the front passenger’s seatback):
1. Set the front seatback to the most upright position, and slide the seat
forward, if needed
2. Lower the 2nd Row Seat Headrest to the lowest position
3. Insert the seatbelt buckle into the pocket between the rear seatback
and the cushion
4. Press the One-Touch Walk-In Seat Access buttons to slide the Seat
forward
B
AA
For more information on 3rd-Row Seat operation, refer to the Owner's Manual.
2nd & 3rd Row Folding Seats 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.
QR CODE
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideosFor more information on 2nd-Row Walk-In Seat operation, refer to the Owner's Manual.
(Lever located on 2nd-Row Seatback)
C
D
The strap can be used in the back of the 2nd Row Seat to slide and fold the 2nd Row Seats.
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REMINDER: Do not use the One-Touch Walk-In Seat Access buttons while the front passenger seat is occupied.