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KIA Sorento 2008 Owner's Manual (327 pages)
KIA Sorento 2008
Brand:
KIA
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 9.05 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Introduction
4
How to Use this Manual
5
Vehicle Handling Instructions
6
Vehicle Break-In Process
6
Your Vehicle at a Glance
7
Instrument Panel Overview
8
Engine Compartment
9
Knowing Your Vehicle
10
Keys
11
Knowing Your Vehicle
11
Remote Keyless Entry
12
Battery Replacement (Transmitter)
13
Immobilizer System
14
Limp Home (Override) Procedure
14
Door Locks
16
Operating Door Locks from Outside the Vehicle
16
Operating Door Locks from Inside the Vehicle
17
Impact Sensing Door Unlock System
19
Rear Door Child Safety Lock
19
Rear Hatch
20
Opening the Rear Hatch Window
21
Power Windows
22
Automatic Power Window down (Driver’s Window)
23
Power Window Lock Switch
23
Power Window Opening and Closing
23
Driver’s Seat
24
Front Passenger Seat
24
Rear Seat
24
Adjusting the Seat Forward and Backward
26
Adjusting the Seatback Recliner
26
Front Seat Adjustment (Manual Type)
26
Adjusting the Front Seat Forward and Backward
27
Adjusting the Height of Seat Cushion
27
Front Seat Adjustment (Electric Type, if Equipped)
27
Adjusting Height of the Driver’s Seat Cushion
28
Lumbar Support for Driver's Seat
29
Warming the Front Seats
29
Headrest Adjustment
30
Headrest Removal
31
Split Folding Rear Seat
31
To Fold the Rear Seat
32
Armrest
33
To Unfold the Rear Seat
33
Pre-Tensioner Safety Belt
34
Safety Belts
34
Load Limiter
35
Safety Belt Restraint System
36
Lap/Shoulder Belt
39
Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
39
Rear Lap/Shoulder Belt - to Fasten the Rear Lap/Shoulder Belt
41
To Unfasten the Front Lap/Shoulder Belt
41
3 Point Rear Center Belt
42
To Unfasten the Rear Lap/Shoulder Belt
42
To Unfasten the Rear Center Belt
44
Proper Use and Care of the Safety Belt System
45
Stowing the Rear Safety Belt
45
Restraint of Infants and Small Children
46
Restraint of Pregnant Women
46
Restraint of Larger Children
47
Child Restraint System
48
Installing a Child Restraint System
49
Installing a Child Restraint System by Lap/Shoulder Belt
50
Placing a Passenger Safety Belt into the Auto Lock Mode
50
Securing a Child Restraint Seat with “Tether Anchor” System
52
Child Seat Lower Anchors
54
Air Bag - Advanced Supplemental Restraint System
56
The Importance of Using Safety Belts
57
What Your Air Bag System Does
57
What Your Air Bag System Does Not Do
57
Air Bag System Components
58
Driver’s Air Bag
59
Driver's Knee Air Bag
60
Front Passenger’s Air Bag
60
Occupant Classification System
60
Main Components of Occupant Classification System
61
Condition and Operation in the Front Passenger Occupant Classification System
62
Curtain Air Bag
66
Air Bag Collision Sensors
68
Why Didn’t My Air Bag Go off in a Collision? (Inflation and Non-Inflation Conditions of the Air Bag)
68
Air Bag Inflation Condition
69
Air Bag Non-Inflation Conditions
70
How Does the Air Bag System Operate
73
Noise and Smoke
74
Air Bag (Supplemental Restraint System) Service
75
Air Bag Warning Light
75
Repairing or Scrapping the Vehicles
76
Air Bag Warning Label
77
Opening the Hood
78
Closing the Hood
79
Fuel Filler Lid
80
Manual Fuel Filler Lid Release
82
Auto Fuel Cutoff Switch
83
Outside Rearview Mirror
83
Driving Your Vehicle
83
Electric Remote Control (for Mirrors)
84
Folding the Outside Rearview Mirror
84
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
85
Inside Rearview Mirror
85
Outside Rearview Mirror Heater
85
To Operate the Electric Rearview Mirror
86
Homelink Wireless Control System
87
Programming the Homelink System
87
Erasing Programmed Homelink Buttons
89
Operating Homelink
89
Rolling Code Programming
89
Gate Operator Programming & Canadian Programming
90
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
90
Interior Lights
91
Room Light
91
Center Tray
92
Door Courtesy Lamp
92
Storage Compartment
92
Center Console Storage
93
Multi Box
93
Under Tray
93
Glove Box
94
Sunglass Holder
94
Ashtrays
95
Cigarette Lighter
95
Interior Features
95
Cup Holder
96
Sunvisor
97
Power Socket
98
Digital Clock
99
Sliding the Sunroof
100
Sunroof
100
Tilting the Sunroof
100
If the Sunroof Does Not Open Electrically
101
Sunshade
101
Resetting the Sunroof
102
Luggage Net
103
Tonneau Cover
104
Luggage Center Box
105
Roof Rack
105
Antenna
107
Audio Remote Control
108
AM Mode
109
Audio System
109
Understanding Radio Reception
109
Comparing am with FM
110
FM Mode
110
Controlling How Your Audio System Sounds
111
Identifying Your Audio System
111
Operating Your Audio System
111
CD Controls
112
Operational Controls (Audio System)
112
Radio Controls
112
Sound Controls
112
Using Operational and Sound Controls
113
Loading Cds
114
Power ON-OFF / Volume Control Knob
114
Audio Control Knob
115
CD EJECT Button
115
Sound Properties
115
AM, FM, FM1, FM2, CD Buttons
116
Sound Equalizer and Digital Signal Processing
116
Using FM / am Tuner (Radio) Controls
117
Manual Channel Selection
118
PRESET SCAN Function
118
SCAN Button
118
SEEK Buttons/Automatic Channel Selection Function
118
Buttons Not in Use in Radio Mode
119
Station Preset Buttons (1~6)
119
Using Presets
119
Using CD Player Controls
120
CD Selector Buttons
121
Disc Scan Function
121
Rewind REW and Fast Forward FF Buttons
121
Track up and down Buttons
121
File Search Knob
122
Playing Cds, MP3 and WMA Discs
122
RPT, RDM, MARK & INFO Buttons
122
Selecting a Disc to Play
124
Selecting and Playing Tracks (Songs)
124
Adding Tracks to the Playlist (Mark-List)
125
Using the Bookmark Function (MARK Button)
125
Using the Random Playback Function (RDM Button)
125
Using the Repeat Function (RPT Button)
125
Deleting Tracks from the Playlist (Marklist)
126
Playing Tracks on the Playlist (Marklist)
126
Using the File Information Function (INFO Button)
126
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
127
The Dimmer Control
127
Using External Controls
127
Troubleshooting Poor Radio Reception
128
Caring for Your Audio System
129
Caring for Your Cds (Audio, MP3 and WMA Discs)
130
CD Formats
130
Driving Your Vehicle
131
Ignition Switch and Anti-Theft Steering Column Lock
132
Ignition Switch Position
132
Illuminated Ignition Switch
132
Starting the Engine
134
The Starter will Not Operate if
134
Automatic Transmission
135
Shift Lever
135
Automatic Transmission Operation
136
N (Neutral), D (Drive)
137
P (Park)
137
R (Reverse)
137
Transmission Ranges
137
Snow Mode
138
Sports Mode
138
Ignition Key Interlock System
139
Moving up a Steep Grade from a Standing Start
139
Shift Lock System
139
For Safe Four-Wheel Drive Operation
140
Four Wheel Drive (4ED)
140
Full-Time 4WD Operation
141
Knob Position (4WD)
142
Transfer Shift Knob Operation
142
Part-Time 4WD Operation
143
Knob Position (Part Time 4WD)
144
Transfer Shift Knob Operation (Part Time 4WD)
144
Safe Four-Wheel Drive Operation
145
Limited Slip Differential
149
Brake System
150
In the Event of Brake Failure
150
Power Brakes
150
Disc Brakes Wear Indicator
151
Parking Brake
151
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
153
Parking on Curbed Streets
153
Power Steerin
155
Steering Wheel
155
Horn
156
Tilt Steering
156
Cruise Control System
157
To Set Cruise Control Speed
157
To Cancel Cruise Control
158
To Increase Cruise Control Set Speed
158
To Turn Cruise Control off
158
To Decrease the Cruising Speed
159
To Resume Cruising Speed at more than 40 Km/H (24 Mph)
159
To Temporarily Accelerate with the Cruise Control on
159
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
160
ESC on Condition
160
When Operating (ESC)
160
ESC Operation off
161
Indicator Light (ESC)
161
ESC off Usage
162
Rear Parking Assist System
163
Types of Warning Sound (Rear Parking Assist)
163
Detecting Range May Decrease When
164
Following Objects May Not be Recognized by the Sensor
164
Non-Operational Conditions of Rear Parking Assist System
164
Instrument Cluster
166
Gauges
167
Odometer/Trip Odometer
167
Speedometer
167
Tachometer, Engine Temperature Gauge
167
Fuel Gauge
168
Instrument Panel Illumination
168
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
169
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light
169
Warning Lights / Audible Indicators
169
Warnings and Indicators
169
Charging System Warning
170
Engine Oil Pressure Warning
170
Safety Belt Warning
170
Shift Pattern Indicators
170
Immobilizer Indicator
171
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning
171
Rear Hatch Open Warning, Low Fuel Level Warning
171
Rear Hatch Window Defroster Indicator
171
Door Ajar Warning
172
Headlight High Beam Indicator
172
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
172
Air Bag Warning
173
Auto Cruise Indicator
173
ESC Indicator (Electronic Stability Control)
173
ESC off Indicator
173
4WD System Warning
174
Door Ajar Warning Chime, Key Reminder Warning Chime
174
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Indicator
174
Safety Belt Warning Chime
174
Multi-Meter
175
Correcting Azimuth Indicator
176
Electric Azimuth Compass
176
The Azimuth Compass Indicator Correction will be Cancelled if
176
The Contour Line Map for Terrestrial Deviation Angle Correction
178
Average Vehicle Speed (Km/H or MPH)
179
Distance to Empty (Km or MI)
179
Ambient Temperature
180
Driving Time
180
Battery Saver Function
181
Lighting
181
Lighting Control
181
Parklight Position, Headlight Position
181
Flashing Headlights
182
High - Beam Operation
182
Turn Signals
182
Daytime Running Light
183
Front Fog Light
183
Lane Change Signals
183
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
184
Windshield Wiper/Washer
184
Wiper Speed Control
184
Wipers and Washers
184
Windshield Washers
185
Windshield Wipers
185
Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch
186
Defroster
187
Outside Mirror Heater
187
Front Windshield Deicer
188
Hazard Warning Flasher
188
Manual Climate Control System
189
Fan Speed Control Knob
190
Mode Selection Knob
190
Temperature Control Knob
190
MAX/ A/C Position
191
Instrument Panel Vents
192
Air Intake Control Button
193
Outside (Fresh) Air Position
193
Recirculated Air Position
193
Air Conditioning
194
Air Conditioning Button
194
Heating
194
Ventilation
194
Air Conditioning System Operation Tips
195
Checking the Amount of Air Conditioner Refrigerant and Compressor Lubricant
195
Automatic Climate Control System (if Equipped)
196
Automatic Operation
197
Manual Operation
197
Adjusting the Driver and Passenger Side Temperature Equally
198
Dual Temperature Control Selection Button
198
Temperature Control Knob Info
198
Temperature Conversion
198
Mode Selection Button
200
Defrost Button
201
Outside Tempmeter
202
Automatic Climate Control System Operation
203
Air Conditioning System Operation Tips (Automatic System)
204
Checking the Amount of Air Conditioner Refrigerant and Compressor Lubricant (Automatic System)
204
Manual Climate Control System Info
205
To Defog Inside Windshield
205
To Defrost Outside Windshield
205
Windshield Defrosting and Defogging
205
To Defog Inside Windshield (Automatic System)
206
To Defrost Outside Windshield (Automatic System)
206
Defogging Logic - Manual Climate Control System
207
Defogging Logic - Automatic Climate Control System
208
How to Cancel or Return Defogging Logic of Automatic Climate Control System
208
Driving Tips
209
Driving Tips
210
Fuel Requirements
210
Gasoline Containing Alcohol and Methanol
210
Gasoline Engine
210
Emission Control System
211
Engine Exhaust Gas Precautions
211
Vehicle Modifications
211
Operating Precautions for Catalytic Converters
212
Before Driving
213
Before Entering Vehicle
213
Before Starting
213
Necessary Inspections
213
Suggestions for Economical Operation
214
Hazardous Driving Conditions
215
Rocking the Vehicle
215
Special Driving Conditions
215
Driving at Night
216
Driving in the Rain
216
Driving in Flooded Areas
217
Snow Tires
217
Winter Driving
217
Reducing the Risk of a Rollover
218
Rollover Warning Label
218
Driving in Sand or Mud
219
Driving on Snow- or Ice-Covered Roads
219
Using Four-Wheel Drive
219
Crossing a Ditch
220
Driving on a Hill
220
Tight Corner Brake Effect
220
Before You Go Off-Roading
221
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
221
Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel Drive Vehicle
221
Traveling to Remote Areas
222
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving
223
Scanning the Terrain
223
Surface Conditions
223
Surface Obstacles
224
Approaching a Hill
225
Driving on Off-Road Hills
225
Driving Uphill
226
Stalling While Driving Uphill
226
Stalled on a Steep Uphill
227
Driving Downhill
228
Driving Across an Incline
229
Stalling Downhill
229
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice
230
If Your Vehicle Slides Downhill
230
Stalling While Crossing an Incline
230
Driving in Water
231
After Off-Road Driving
232
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
233
Tire and Loading Information Label
233
Vehicle Load Limit
233
Compliance Label
235
GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
237
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
237
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
237
Weight of the Vehicle - with and Without a Trailer
237
Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Tow
238
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
238
Maximum Trailer Weight
238
Trailer Towing
239
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
240
Weight of the Trailer
240
Hitches
241
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
241
Driving with a Trailer
242
Safety Chains
242
Trailer Brakes
242
Backing up
243
Following Distance
243
Passing
243
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
243
Driving on Grades
244
Parking on Hills
245
When You Are Ready to Leave after Parking on a Hill
245
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
246
Label Information
247
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
247
Tire Specification / Pressure Label
248
Engine Number
248
In Case of an Emergency
249
Hazard Warning Flasher Info
250
Road Warning
250
Overheating
251
Emergency Starting
252
Jump Starting
252
Connecting Jumper Cables
253
Jump Starting Procedure
254
Push-Starting
254
Electrical Circuit Protection
255
Fuse Replacement
255
Fuses
255
Driver’s Side Panel
256
Engine Compartment (Fuse Replacement)
256
Main Fuse
257
Fuse/Relay Panel Description
258
Driver Side Panel Fuses List
259
Engine Compartment Fuses List
260
Memory Fuse
261
Towing
262
Towing with a Vehicle Other than a Tow Truck
263
When Your Vehicle Is Being Towed by Another Vehicle Other than a Tow Truck
265
Tips for Towing a Stuck Vehicle
266
If You Have a Flat Tire
267
Removing the Spare Tire
267
Storing the Jack and Tools
267
Storing the Spare Tire
268
Important - Use of Compact Spare Tire
269
Changing Tires
270
Jacking Instructions
270
Tire Replacement
271
Specifications
275
Maintenance Services
276
Maintenance
275
Maintenance Schedule
277
Chart Symbols
280
Owner Maintenance Schedule
281
When You Stop for Fuel
281
While Operating Your Vehicle
281
At Least Monthly
282
At Least Once a Year
282
At Least Twice a Year
282
Owner Maintenance Precautions
283
Air Cleaner
284
Auto Transmission Fluid Dipstick
284
Brake / Clutch* Fluid Reservoir
284
Engine Compartment Parts
284
Engine Oil Dipstick
284
Engine Oil Filler Cap
284
Fuse Box
284
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
284
Radiator Cap
284
Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir
284
Checking the Engine Oil Level
285
Engine Oil
285
Checking the Coolant Level
286
Engine Cooling System
286
Changing Coolant
287
Checking Brake Fluid Level
288
Checking the Power Steering Fluid Level
289
Power Steering
289
Power Steering Hose
289
Checking the Automatic Transmission Fluid Level
290
Body Lubrication
292
Checking the Washer Fluid Level
292
Lubricants and Fluids
292
Air Cleaner - Element Replacement
293
Climate Control Air Filter
294
Wiper Blade Maintenance
294
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
295
Battery Maintenance
296
Rear Window Wiper Blade Replacement
296
For Best Battery Service
297
Battery Recharging
298
Items to be Reset after the Battery Has Been Discharged or the Battery Has Been Disconnected
298
Inflation Pressures
299
Tires and Wheels Maintenance
299
Tires Care
299
Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
301
Tire Rotation
301
Compact Spare Tire Replacement
303
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
303
Tire Sidewall Labeling
304
Wheel Replacement
304
Index
305
Tire Size Designation
305
Tire Speed Ratings
305
Wheel Size Designation
305
Checking Tire Life
306
Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure
306
Tire Ply Composition and Material
306
Maximum Load Rating
307
Traction - AA, A, B & C / Temperature -A, B & C
307
Tread Wear
307
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
307
Tire Terminology and Definitions
308
All Season Tires
311
Summer Tires and Snow Tires
311
Lubricant Specifications
312
Recommended Lubricants
312
Recommended SAE Viscosity Number
313
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
313
Exterior Care
314
Exterior General Caution
314
Finish Maintenance
314
Washing
314
Finish Damage Repair
315
Waxing
315
Aluminum Wheel Maintenance
316
Bright-Metal Maintenance
316
Underbody Maintenance
316
Cleaning the Upholstery and Interior Trim
317
If Equipped
317
Interior Care
317
Interior General Precautions
317
To Clean the Leather Upholstery
317
Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt Webbing
318
Cleaning the Interior Window Glass
318
Specifications
319
Dimensions
320
Bulb Wattage
320
Specifications
320
Tires Data
321
Capacities
322
Index
323
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Kia Sorento 2008 Features & Functions Manual (28 pages)
Brand:
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| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 3.81 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Instrument Cluster
4
WarningLights
4
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
5
Steering Wheel/Panel/Stalk Controls
6
ElectronicStabilityControl(Esc)
6
HeadlightsControl&TurnSignals
8
Windshield Wiper & Washer Controls
9
SteeringWheelAudioControls
10
CruiseControl
11
Center Panel Controls
12
AudioSystems
12
DigitalClock
14
AutomaticGearShift
14
ClimateControls
16
AirVentOperation
17
Seating
18
8-Way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat
18
Driver'sSeatLumbarSupport
18
8-Way Manual Adjustable Driver's Seat
19
FrontActiveHeadrests
20
Driver's Controls Exterior
22
PowerWindows
22
CentralDoorLockButton
22
Roof Panel Controls
23
MapLight
23
Center DomeLight
23
Rear DomeLight
23
Multi-Meter
24
Safety
25
PassengerAirBagOff
25
ChildSafetyLocks
25
Service Maintenance
26
NormalMaintenance
26
**IfEquipped
26
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