Kia Sorento 2022 Manual

Interior Overview

1. Inside door handle
2. Seat position memory system
3. Outside rearview mirror folding switch
4. Outside rearview mirror control switch
5. Central door lock/unlock switch
6. Power window switches
7. Power window lock button
   Electronic power child safety lock button
8. Steering wheel tilt/telescopic lever
9. Steering wheel
10. Headlight levelling adjustment switch
11. ane safety button
12. ESC OFF button
13. Power tailgate open/close button
14. Bonnet release lever
15. Instrument panel fuse
16. Seat
17. Shift dial/Shift lever
18. Brake pedal
19. Throttle pedal

*: if equipped
The actual feature may differ from the illustration.

Instrument Panel / Engine Compartment Overview

Instrument Panel

1. Audio remote control button
2. Driver's front air bag
3. Horn
4. Driving assist button
5. Instrument cluster
6. Light control/turn signals lever
7. Wiper and washer control lever
8. Ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button
9. Infotainment system
10. Hazard warning flasher switch
11. Climate control system
12. Front seat warmer and air ventilation seat button
13. Glove box
14. Steering wheel heater button
15. Auto Hold button
16. DBC switch
17. EPB switch
18. Parking/View button
19. ISG system Off button
20. Parking safety button
21. Wireless charging system
22. Centre console storage box
23. Power outlet
24. Passenger's front air bag
25. USB charger

4. Engine oil filler cap
5. Engine oil dipstick
6. indscreen washer fluid reservoir

7. Fuse box
8. Negative battery terminal
9. Positive battery terminal

The actual instrument panel and engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

Door Locks / Bonnet / Tailgate

Door locks
Type A/Type B
Operating door locks from outside the vehicle

Operating door locks from inside the vehicle

Child-protector rear door locks

1. Lock position
2. Pull outside door handle

Opening the tailgate

Closing the tailgate

Emergency tailgate safety release

1. Push the mechanical key to the right.

Smart tailgate*
Activate the smart tailgate function in the user settings mode.

The smart tailgate operates with a welcome alert if the smart key is detected within 50~100 cm.

The hazard warning lights will blink and chime will sound times and then the tailgate will open.

Bonnet
Pull the release lever to unlatch the bonnet.

Raise the bonnet slightly, push the secondary latch (1) left side and lift the bonnet (2).

Closing the bonnet

1. Before closing the bonnet, check if all filler caps are correctly installed and any other combustible material must be removed from the engine compartment.
2. Lower the bonnet until it is about 30 cm above the closed position and let it drop to securely lock in place.

Windows / Windscreen Wipers and Washers

Windows

1. Driver's door power window switch
2. Front passenger's door power window switch
3. Rear door (right) power window switch
4. Rear door (left) power window switch
5. Window opening and closing
6. Automatic power window up/down
7. Power window lock switch

*In cold and wet climates, power windows may not work properly due to freezing conditions.

Wipers and Washers

1. Wiper speed control

• 2 – High wiper speed
• 1 – Low wiper speed
• -- - Intermittent wipe AUTO* – Auto control wipe
• O – Off
• 1x – Single wipe

2. Intermittent control wipe time adjustment/ Auto control wipe time adjustement*
3. Wash with brief wipes
4. Rear wiper/washer control

• 2 – Continuous wipe
• 1 – Intermittent wipe
• 0 – Off

5. Wash with brief wipes (rear)

Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW)

Reverse parking distance warning will alert the driver if an obstacle is detected when the vehicle is backing up at low speeds.

Operating condition

• With the engine running, when the gear is shifted to R (Reverse), the system will automatically turn on (button indicator off).
• When more than two objects are sensed at the same time, the closest one will be recogni ed first.

Distance from object	Warning indicator	Warning sound
60-120 cm (24-48 in)		Buzzer beeps intermittently
30-60 cm (12-21 in)		Buzzer beeps frequently
within 30 cm (12 in)		Buzzer beeps continuously

Seat / Headrest / Seat Warmer

Front seat

1. Forward and backward
2. Seatback angle
3. Seat cushion height
4. Seat cushion angle
5. Cushion extension (Driver's seat)
6. Lumbar support
7. Driver position memory system
8. Headrest
9. alk in switch (passenger s seat)

2nd row seat

10. Forward and backward
11. Seatback angle and folding
12. alk in switch strap
13. Headrest
14. Armrest

3rd row seat

15. Remote folding
16. Headrest

Adjusting the height up and down (front)

• To raise the headrest, pull it up to the desired position (1).
• To lower it, push and hold the release button (2) and lower the headrest to the desired position (3).

Removal (front)

1. Recline the seatback (2) with the recline lever or switch (1).
2. Raise the headrest as far as it can go.
3. Press the headrest release button (3) while pulling the headrest up (4).

The actual feature may differ from the illustration.

Air Bag / Child Restraint System

1. Passenger's front air bag
2. Driver's front air bag
3. Side air bag*
4. Curtain air bag*
5. Driver's center air bag*
6. Front passenger's air bag ON/OFF switch

Installing a child restraint system with a lap/shoulder belt.

Securing a child restraint system with top tether anchor system*.

Never place any child restraint in the front passenger's seat, unless the passenger side air bag is deactivated. If the air bag inflates it could impact the child restraint, causing serious or fatal injuries to the child.

Securing a child restraint system with "ISOFIX" system.

1. ISOFIX Anchor Position Indicator
2. ISOFIX Anchor

ISOFIX anchorages are located between seat cushion and back rest, marked with the ISOFIX icon.

Automatic Climate Control System

Type A

3 rd row seat

1. Driver's temperature control button
2. Passenger's temperature control button
3. AUTO (automatic control) button
4. OFF button
5. Fan speed control button
6. Mode selection button
7. Front windscreen defroster button
8. Rear window defroster button
9. SYNC button
10. Air intake control button
11. Air conditioning (A/C) button
12. 3rd row air conditioning ON/OFF button (if equipped)
13. 3rd row air conditioning fan speed control knob (if equipped)
14. Climate control display

The actual automatic climate control system may differ from the illustration.

Lighting Control / Tilt & Telescopic Steering / Cruise Control System*

Lighting control

1. OFF position
2. Auto light position
3. Position & tail lamp
4. Headlight position

Auto light
When the light switch is in the AUTO light position, the taillights and headlights will be turned ON or OFF automatically depending on the amount of light outside the vehicle. Never place anything over the sensor (1) located on the instrument panel as this will ensure better auto light system control.

Tilt & telescopic steering
Pull down the lock release lever (1) and adjust the steering wheel to the desired angle (2) and height (3). Pull up the lock release lever to lock the steering wheel in place. Be sure to adjust the steering wheel to the desired position before driving.

Cruise control system*

1. CRUISE () indicator
2. Set speed

To set cruise control speed:

1. Accelerate to the desired speed, and press the button. The cruise indicator and the cruise set speed will illuminate on the instrument cluster. The cruise control speed must be more than approximately 30km/h (20 mph).
2. Release the accelerator pedal. The desired speed will automatically be maintained.

To increase cruise control speed:
Follow either of these procedures:

• Move the + switch up and hold it. Your vehicle set speed will be increased by 10 km/h (5mph). Release the switch at the speed you want.
• Move the + switch up, and release it immediately. The cruising speed will be increased by 1 km/h (1 mph) each time you move the switch up (to +) in this manner.

To turn off cruise control
Follow either of these procedures: Press the button (The cruise status on the LCD screen will disappear). The cruise control may also be disabled by depressing the brake/clutch pedals.

To decrease cruise speed:
Follow either of these procedures:

• Move the – switch down and hold it. Your vehicle set speed will be decreased by 10 km/h (5mph). Release the switch at the speed you want.
• Move the – switch down, and release it immediately. The cruising speed will be decreased by 1 km/h (1 mph) each time you move the – switch down in this manner.

Warning and Indicator Lights

Symbol	Color	Name of the Symbol
	Red	Air bag warning light
	Red	Seat belt warning light
	Red	Parking brake brake fluid warning light
	Yellow/Red	Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) system warning light
	Red	Electronic power steering (EPS) warning light
	Red	Charging system warning light
	Red	Engine oil pressure warning light
	Red	uel filter warning light ( iesel engine)
	Yellow	Anti lock brake system (ABS) warning light
	Yellow	Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)
	Yellow	Low fuel level warning light
	Yellow	Low tyre pressure warning light*
	Yellow	All wheel drive (AWD) warning light*
	Yellow	Forward collision avoidance assist ( C ) warning light
	Yellow	LED headlamp warning light*
	Yellow	Electronic parking brake (EPB) warning light*
	Yellow	Exhaust system (DPF) warning light (Diesel engine) Exhaust system (GPF) warning light (Gasoline Engine)
	Yellow	Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) warning light (Diesel engine)
	Yellow	Master warning light
	Yellow	Electronic stability control (ESC) indicator light
	Yellow	Electronic stability control (ESC) OFF indicator light
	Yellow	Immobilizer indicator light*
	Yellow	Rear fog indicator light*
	Yellow	Glow indicator light (Diesel engine)
	Green	Turn signal indicator light
	Green	Low beam indicator light*
	Green	Light ON indicator light
	Green	Front fog indicator light*
	Green	High beam assist indicator*
	Blue	High beam indicator light
	White	Icy road warning light*
	Yellow/Green	Auto stop indicator*
	Green/Yellow/ White	AUTO HOLD indicator light*
	Green/Yellow/ White	LKA (Lane keeping assist) indicator*
	Green/Yellow	Downhill brake control (DBC) indicator light*
	Green	Cruise indicator light
	Yellow	SPORT mode indicator light
	Green	ECO mode indicator light

Please refer to the Owner's Manual Chapter 4 for further information on Warning and Indicators Lights.

Towing / Changing Tyres

When towing your vehicle in an emergency without wheel dollies:

1. Set the ignition switch or the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ACC position.
2. Shift the gear to N (Neutral).
3. Release the parking brake.

When being towed by a commercial tow truck and wheel dollies are not used, the front of the vehicle should always be lifted, not the rear.

Emergency towing
If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by an authorized Kia dealer or a commercial tow truck service.

Changing tyres

1. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake firmly.
2. Shift the gear to P (Park), apply the parking brake, and turn the engine OFF.
3. Activate the hazard warning flasher.
4. Remove the wheel lug nut wrench, jack, jack handle, and spare tyre from the vehicle.
5. Block both the front and rear of wheel that is diagonally opposite the jack position.

6. Loosen the wheel lug nuts counterclockwise one turn each, but do not remove any nut until the tyre has been raised off the ground.
7. Place the jack at the front (1) or rear (2) jacking position closest to the tyre you are changing.
8. Insert the jack handle into the jack and turn it clockwise, raising the vehicle until the tyre just clears the ground. This measurement is approximately 30 mm (1.2 in).

9. Loosen the wheel nuts and remove them with your fingers.
10. To reinstall the wheel, hold it on the studs, put the wheel nuts on the studs and tighten them finger tight. Jiggle the tyre to be sure it is completely seated, then tighten the nuts as much as possible with your fingers again.
11. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the wheel nut wrench counterclockwise.

In Case of Remote Key Failure

Starting the engine

• If the battery is weak or the smart key does not work correctly, you can start the engine by pressing the engine start/stop button with the smart key.
• When the stop lamp fuse is blown, you cannot start the engine normally.

• Replace the fuse with a new one. If it is not possible, you can start the engine by pressing the engine start/stop button for 10 seconds while it is in the ACC position.
• The engine can start without depressing the brake pedal. But for your safety always depress the brake pedal before starting the engine.

Mechanical key
To unfold the key:

• Press the release button then the key will unfold automatically.

To fold the key:

• Fold the key manually while pressing the release button.

Closing the fuel filler door

1. To install the fuel tank cap, turn it clockwise until it "clicks". This indicates that the cap is securely tightened.
2. Close the fuel filler door and push it lightly. Make sure it is securely closed.

Opening the fuel filler door

1. Turn the engine off.
2. Ensure the driver' s door is unlocked.
3. Push the fuel filler door near the 3 o'clock position.
4. Pull the fuel filler door (1) out to fully open.

5. To remove the fuel tank cap (2), turn it counterclockwise. You may hear a hissing noise as the pressure inside the tank equalizes.
6. Place the cap on the fuel filler door.

Smartstream D2.2 (Diesel)
Checking the engine oil level

1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil to return to the oil pan.
4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and re-insert it fully.

Checking the washer fluid level

• Check the fluid level and add fluid if necessary.
• Plain water may be used if washer fluid is not available. However, use washer solvent with antifreeze characteristics in cold climates to prevent freezing.

Maintenance

• Check the condition and connections of all cooling system hoses and heater hoses. Replace any swollen or deteriorated hoses.
• The coolant level should be filled between MAX and MIN (F and L) marks on the side of the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool.

• When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at the factory.
• The engine in your vehicle has aluminum engine parts and must be protected by an ethyleneglycol with phosphate based coolant to prevent corrosion and freezing.
• DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol coolant or mix them with the specified coolant.

• Do not use a solution that contains more than 60% antifreeze or less than 35% antifreeze, which would reduce the effectiveness of the solution.
• If frequent additions are required, we recommend that the system be inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

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