The 2022 Kia Sorento: Vehicle Feature Tips

Voice Recognition and Bluetooth® Connectivity

Using Voice Recognition

To improve Bluetooth® Voice Recognition (VR) performance, consider these contact naming conventions:

• Use full names (first and last) instead of short or single-syllable names (e.g., "John Smith" instead of "Dad").
• Avoid special characters, emojis, and hyphenated names (e.g., @, &, #, -, *).
• Avoid acronyms or words in all capital letters (e.g., "Emergency" instead of "ICE").
• Spell words completely; abbreviations are not recognized (e.g., "Doctor Smith" instead of "Dr. Smith").
• Always wait for the beep before speaking commands.
• Speak in a natural, moderate tone with clear pronunciation for voice calls.
• Minimize background noise (open windows, sunroof, rain, high A/C fan speeds) for better accuracy.
• The system may have difficulty with certain accents or uncommon names.
• Say "Help" after pressing the talk button for a list of available commands.

Pairing or Connecting Your Phone with Bluetooth®

• Initiate pairing by selecting "Device Connections" on the infotainment display or using the "Call" button on the steering wheel if no phone is paired.
• During pairing, accept all requests for phonebook download and future auto-connection.
• For second or subsequent phones, consult the vehicle's manuals as steps vary by infotainment system.

Troubleshooting Auto-Connection Issues:

• Reboot your phone (turn it off and on).
• Update your phone's operating system to the latest version.
• Delete the phone from the infotainment system's Bluetooth® list and delete "Kia Connect" from your phone's Bluetooth® list, then re-pair.
• Ensure the phone's Bluetooth® feature is activated.
• If contacts don't download, verify they are entered correctly and stored in supported categories (HOME, MOBILE, WORK, iPhone®). Unsupported categories (MAIN, PAGER, OTHER) may cause issues. If the contact list exceeds the display limit, contacts may download partially. Ensure only the "phone contact list" is selected for download, not social media or email contacts.

Phone operating systems and compatibility with Bluetooth® systems can change. For questions, contact a Kia dealer or Kia Consumer Assistance at 1-800-333-4542.

Other Bluetooth® Tips

• Bluetooth® reception depends on carrier coverage and phone signal strength.
• When streaming audio via Bluetooth®, ensure the volume on the connected device is turned up.

Smartphone Connectivity

Apple CarPlay®

Connect your compatible iPhone® to your vehicle's infotainment display via Apple CarPlay® for calls, hands-free texting, app access, music, and navigation with Siri® voice control. To connect, visit: https://youtu.be/98TNWMOQfdU

Android Auto™

Connect your compatible Android™ phone via Android Auto™ on the infotainment display for music, dialing, navigation, and more, using an intuitive interface and voice commands. Access your phone through steering wheel controls. To connect, visit: https://youtu.be/sTR4KotSOzU

For models with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, visit: https://youtu.be/oUXXuAZAOEI

Kia Access App®

To use Kia Connect (formerly UVO link) features like Remote Start, your cellphone and vehicle must have a strong cellular network connection. Remote commands may fail or take longer with weak signals.

• For Remote Start or Remote Start with Climate Control, ensure all doors, hood, and trunk/liftgate are closed and locked. These features operate for approximately 10 minutes.
• Refresh the vehicle status by pressing the refresh icon in the app or web portal.
• Activate Remote Start features at least 10 minutes before entering the vehicle to allow the interior to reach a desired temperature.
• To preserve battery, Kia Connect deactivates after seven days of ignition inactivity. Restart the vehicle with a key fob to reactivate it.

The Kia Access App is available on the Apple App Store® and Google Play™ store.

Feature Videos

View feature videos by scanning a QR code or visiting: https://www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos

Power-Folding Outside Mirrors®

Use the mirror adjustment buttons [Mirror Select Button A] to select the left (L) or right (R) mirror. Use the arrow buttons [Mirror Position Buttons B] to adjust the mirror position. Use the toggle button [Fold/Unfold Button C] to fold or unfold the mirrors.

The mirrors automatically fold/unfold when:

• The Smart Key® Lock/Unlock buttons are pressed.
• The door outside handle button® is pressed.

Quick Tip: Mirrors unfold automatically when the Smart Key® is within close proximity.

Reminders:

• With the mirror button [A] centered, press the Smart Key® Lock button to fold mirrors.
• To prevent mirror movement via the arrow toggles, ensure the toggle switch is in the neutral (center) position.

Accessory Mode with Smart Key®

With a Smart Key, you can access electronic accessories without starting the engine. Enter the vehicle with the Smart Key and press the ENGINE START/STOP button once without pressing the brake pedal. The vehicle enters Accessory mode, and "ACC" illuminates in yellow.

• If the ENGINE START/STOP button remains in ACC position for over 1 hour, it automatically turns off to prevent battery discharge.
• If the Smart Key battery is weak, hold the Smart Key fob (Lock button side closest) to the Engine Start/Stop button and press to start the engine.

Rear Liftgate Operation®

Manual Liftgate:

The Remote/Smart Key® liftgate button only unlocks the liftgate. With a Smart Key, approach the liftgate to unlock and then lift it manually. With a mechanical key, press and hold the liftgate button [A] to unlock, then open manually.

Power Liftgate®:

The Remote/Smart Key® liftgate button opens and closes the liftgate. The opening height and speed are adjustable via the LCD instrument cluster.

To program opening height:

1. Open the liftgate and position it to your desired height.
2. Press and hold the close button on the liftgate for 3 seconds or more.
3. The system will beep twice upon completion.

If you unlocked the vehicle or opened the liftgate with the Remote/Smart Key®, re-lock it using the lock button before walking away. All doors must be locked for the liftgate to lock automatically after closing.

Driver Attention Warning (DAW)®

The DAW system warns the driver of potentially hazardous situations if it detects inattentive driving. The system is OFF by default.

To activate DAW:

1. Turn the ignition ON.
2. Select "User Settings" in the LCD Instrument Cluster.
3. Navigate to "Driving Assist" and select "Driver Attention Warning."
4. Choose sensitivity: Normal, High, or Off.

When activated, DAW information appears in the LCD Display when "ASSIST" mode is selected.

Wireless Smartphone Charging System®

Charge compatible smartphones wirelessly by placing them on the charging pad [B] at the front of the console, near the USB ports, while the ignition is ON.

1. Enable Wireless Charging in User Settings.
2. Slide open cover [A]. Place the smartphone on the center of the charging pad [B].
3. An indicator light [C] may turn orange when charging begins and green when complete.

Notes: Requires a Qi-enabled device or case. For charging, all doors (except the rear hatch) must be closed, and the Smart Key Fob must be detected inside the vehicle.

Windshield Defogging

Windshield fogging occurs due to moisture condensing on cold glass. To reduce fogging:

• Keep the interior glass clean.
• Utilize the Defrost Mode [A], which activates the A/C and opens the Fresh Air Vent.
• Adjust the Temperature Control [B] to hot.

Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats®

Adjust seat comfort using the button:

• High: Press once (3 LEDs lit) for heat (up) or ventilation (down).
• Medium: Press twice (2 LEDs lit) for heat (up) or ventilation (down).
• Low: Press three times (1 LED lit) for heat (up) or ventilation (down).
• Press again to turn OFF.

The seat heating system automatically turns on or off based on seat temperature when the seat warmer switch is ON.

Intelligent Speed Limit Assist / Manual Speed Limit Assist (ISLA/MSLA)®

ISLA uses posted speed limit and navigation data to inform the driver of the current speed limit. MSLA monitors vehicle speed and warns the driver when exceeding a preset speed limit with a blinking indicator and audible alert on the Instrument Cluster LCD until the speed is reduced.

Refer to the Features & Functions Guide for detailed operation.

Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)®

The BCA system uses rear bumper radar sensors to monitor and warn the driver of approaching vehicles in the blind spot area.

To turn BCA ON:

1. Navigate to User Settings in the Instrument Cluster or touch screen.
2. With the vehicle stationary, in Park, and ignition ON, press the Mode button [A] on the steering wheel.
3. Select User Settings, then Driver Assistance, Blind-Spot Safety, and press the OK button [B].

To set warning activation time: Go to User Settings > Driver Assistance > Warning Time, and select Early/Normal or Late.

• 1st-stage alert: A yellow indicator illuminates on the outside rearview mirrors when a vehicle is detected in the BCA warning boundary.
• 2nd-stage alert: If the 1st-stage alert is active and a turn signal is used, a flashing yellow indicator appears on the mirrors, accompanied by an audible alert.

Note: Alert noise can be adjusted in the instrument cluster or 10.25" touch screen.

Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)®

LKA uses a front-view camera on the windshield to detect lane markers and may assist steering to help keep the vehicle within its lane. When ON, the instrument cluster indicator is white. It turns green when the system detects lane markers and can provide steering assistance.

If LKA detects the vehicle moving out of its lane, it may provide an audible warning and display "Lane Departure Warning." If the vehicle continues to drift, LKA may provide steering inputs to prevent lane departure.

LKA is active by default when the Lane Safety/LKA button [A] is pressed ON.

Available Modes:

• Active LKA: Provides more frequent steering inputs than standard LKA.
• Lane Keeping Assist: Guides the driver to stay within lanes and provides steering inputs when deviating.
• Lane Departure Warning: Alerts the driver when leaving a lane but does not provide steering inputs.

System Operation Conditions:

• Vehicle speed exceeds approximately 40 mph.
• LKA recognizes both lane markers.
• Vehicle is between the lane markers.

Lane Follow Assist (LFA)®

LFA helps keep the vehicle centered in its lane [A] by monitoring lane markings and adjusting steering. The instrument cluster indicator is initially white and turns green [B] when lane markers are detected and steering assistance is active. LFA may engage when Smart Cruise Control (SCC) is active.

LFA Operation Conditions:

• SCC is ON and operating.
• LFA recognizes both lane markers.
• Vehicle speed is below 95 mph.

Reminders: If the ignition is cycled, LFA reverts to its previous state if set in User Settings with SCC. Using the steering wheel LFA button defaults LFA to OFF.

Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop and Go®

SCC with Stop and Go maintains a set distance from vehicles ahead by automatically adjusting speed. When traffic is detected, the vehicle slows to maintain the set distance.

To set/adjust SCC speed:

1. Press the Driving Assist button [A] to turn the system ON. The "CRUISE" indicator illuminates.
2. Press the RES+/SET- button [B] up/down to adjust the set speed.
3. The SET indicator, set speed, and vehicle-to-vehicle distance display on the instrument cluster.

To set vehicle-to-vehicle distance: Press the Vehicle Distance button [C]. The LCD screen [D] shows distance settings.

To cancel SCC: Press the CANCEL button [B] or the brake pedal.

To turn SCC OFF: Press the Driving Assist button [A]. The "CRUISE" indicator turns OFF.

Smart Power Liftgate®

When the Smart Key is within close proximity to the rear of the vehicle, hazard lights blink and a chime sounds for 3 seconds, followed by two more alerts, before the Smart Power Liftgate opens.

The Smart Power Liftgate is OFF by default. Enable it via User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster or touch screen.

Quick Tips: During the alert sequence, the Smart Power Liftgate can be deactivated by pressing any button on the Smart Key fob or moving away from the detection area.

Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist-Pedestrian (FCA-Ped)®

FCA detects vehicles or pedestrians ahead using front camera and radar signals. It warns the driver of imminent collisions and can apply emergency braking if necessary. Forward Collision Warning (FCW) provides an audible and visual alert [A] on the instrument cluster.

To adjust FCA warning time: Go to User Settings > Driver Assistance > Warning Timing, and select Normal, Early, or Late.

If collision risk increases, FCA automatically applies brakes to reduce speed, potentially mitigating collision effects. FCA-Ped can be enabled in User Settings.

FCA-Ped/FCW activates when:

• Engine Start/Stop button is ON.
• Vehicle speed is above 5 mph.
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is ON.

Surround View Monitor (SVM)®

The SVM is a parking aid displaying the vehicle's surroundings (front, rear, left, right) via four cameras on the infotainment display.

Press the SVM button [A] to turn it ON/OFF.

• When OFF: Camera view automatically displays when shifting to Reverse and turns off when shifting out of Reverse.
• When ON: Camera view displays in both Drive and Reverse. In Drive, it remains visible until speeds exceed approximately 9 mph. It reappears when speed drops below 9 mph.

To change SVM settings, press the onscreen settings icon [B] while the system is operating.

Highway Driving Assist (HDA)®

HDA adjusts vehicle speed on limited/controlled access highways/freeways, using highway speed information. The automatic speed setting mode adjusts to current highway speed limits.

To activate HDA:

1. Turn Smart Cruise Control (SCC) ON by pressing the Driving Assist CRUISE button [A] on the steering wheel.
2. When HDA is activated and conditions are met, the Instrument Cluster indicator [B] illuminates green. If conditions are not met, HDA is in standby mode (indicator [B] is white).
3. When operating and lanes are recognized, the instrument cluster shows illuminated white lanes and a green HDA indicator [B].

If HDA is active, conditions are met, and SCC speed is set to the posted highway speed limit or slower, HDA enters automatic speed setting mode. The set speed and "AUTO" display in green, with an audible alert.

HDA Operation Conditions:

• Vehicle speed is below 110 mph or the highway speed limit.
• Driving on limited/controlled access highways/freeways.
• SCC is ON and operating.
• SCC speed is set to the current posted highway speed or slower.

HDA User Settings:

To enable HDA, press the Mode button [D] on the steering wheel, go to User Settings in the Instrument Cluster, select Driver Assistance, then Driving Assist, Highway Driving Assist, and press OK [E] to enable. Some models access settings via "Vehicle Settings" in the audio head unit (Setup hard key).

Most Dependable Mass Market Brand

Kia received the fewest reported problems among mass market brands in the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, based on 2018 models. See jdpower.com/awards for details.