2022 Kia Sorento Owner’s Manual

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Windows

The doors of this vehicle are equipped with power windows that can be operated by a switch.
windows

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

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

The ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button must be in the ON position for power windows to operate.
Each door has a power window switch that controls the door’s window. The driver has a power window lock button which can block the operation of rear passenger windows. The power windows can be operated for approximately 3 min-utes after ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button turned to the ACC or LOCK position. However, if the front doors are opened, the power windows cannot be operated even within the 3 minutes period.
The driver’s door has a master power window switch that controls all the windows in the vehicle.
If the window cannot be closed because it is blocked by objects, remove the objects and close the window.

NOTICE
While driving with the rear windows down or with the sunroof (if equipped) in an open (or partially open position), your vehicle may demonstrate a wind buffeting or pulsation noise. This noise is a normal occurrence and can be reduced or eliminated by taking the following actions. If the noise occurs with one or both of the rear windows down, partially lower both front windows by approximately 2.5 cm (1 inch) If you experience the noise with the sun-roof open, slightly reduce the size of the sunroof opening.

Features of your vehicle
Window opening and closing
You can open and close windows using the power window switch. windows window opening and clos-window opening and closing

Type A 
To open or close a window, press down or pull up the front portion of the corresponding switch to the first detent position (5).

Type B – Auto up/down window (if equipped) 
Pressing or pulling up the power window switch momentarily to the second detent position (6) completely lowers or raises the window even when the switch is released. To stop the window at the desired position while the window is in oper-ation, pull up or press down and release the switch.

To reset the power windows
If the power window does not oper-ate normally, the automatic power window system must be reset as follows:

1. Turn the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position.
2. Close the window and continue pulling up the power window switch for at least 1 second after the window is completely closed.

Automatic reversal (if equipped)
If the upward movement of the window is blocked by an object or part of the body, the window will detect the resistance and will stop upward movement. The window will then lower approximately 30 cm (11.8 inches) to allow the object to be cleared.
If the window detects the resistance while the power window switch is pulled up continuously, the window will stop upward movement then lower approximately 2.5 cm (1 inches).
And if the power window switch is pulled up continuously again within 5 seconds after the window is lowered by the automatic window reversal feature, the automatic win-dow reversal will not operate.

WARNING
Always check for obstructions before raising any window to avoid injuries or vehicle damage. If an object less than 0.16 of an inch (4 mm) in diameter is caught between the window glass and the upper window channel, the automatic reverse window may not detect the resistance and will not stop and reverse direction.
The automatic reverse feature doesn’t activate while resetting the power window system. Make sure body parts or other objects are safely out of the way before closing the windows to avoid injuries.

Power window lock button
The driver can disable the power window switches on the rear passenger doors by pressing the power window lock button to the lock position (pressed). Windows power window lock but-tonpower window lock button When the power window lock button is pressed:

• The driver’s master control can operate all passengers’ power windows.
• The front passenger’s control can operate the front passenger’s power window.
• The rear passenger’s control cannot operate the rear passenger’s power window.
  If the power window lock switch is operated (indicator turns on), rear passenger cannot open the rear door (if equipped with the Electronic Child Safety Lock System). For more details, refer to.

Steering wheel

The steering wheel of this vehicle is equipped with the Electric Power Steering (EPS) system.
steering wheel

Electric power steering (EPS)
Power steering uses the motor to assist you in steering the vehicle. steering wheel electric power steering (EPS)
If the engine is off or if the power steering system becomes inoperative, the vehicle may still be steered, but it will require increased steering effort.
The EPS is controlled by the power steering control unit which senses the steering wheel torque and vehi-cle speed to command the motor.
The steering effort becomes heavier as the vehicle’s speed increases and becomes lighter as the vehicle’s speed decreases for better control of the steering wheel.
Should you notice any change in the effort required to steer during normal vehicle operation, have the sys-tem checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

NOTICE
The following symptoms may occur during normal vehicle operation:

• When the ENGINE START/STOP button is the ON position, the steering wheel enters normal operation mode after diagnosing the Electric Power Steering sys-tem (for about 3 seconds).
• A click noise may be heard from the EPS relay after turning the ENGINE START/STOP button is turned to the ON or OFF position.
• If the steering wheel is operated when the vehicle is not in motion or driven at a low speed, you may hear some noise.
• If the Electric Power Steering system does not operate normally, the warning light will illuminate or blink on the instrument cluster. If the power assistance of steering fails, you will need to use more force to steer.
• Operating the steering wheel at lower temperatures may require more force and accompany noise. However, when the temperature increases, it returns to normal.
• Take your vehicle to an authorized
  Kia dealer and have the vehicle
  checked as soon as possible.
• When the charging system warn-  ing light comes on due to the low voltage (when the alternator or battery does not operate normally or malfunctions), the steer-ing wheel may require increased steering effort.
• When jump-starting the vehicle after battery discharge, the steering wheel may not function properly. It is a temporary situa-tion due to low battery voltage, and upon stable battery charging, the steering wheel will function normally again. Please move the steering wheel around to make sure the steering wheel is functioning properly before driving the vehicle.

Tilt & telescopic steering wheel
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A tilt and telescopic steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.
The steering wheel should be positioned so that it is comfortable for you to drive, while permitting you to see the instrument panel warning lights and gauges.

Steering wheel adjustment
Never adjust the angle and height of the steering wheel while driving. You may lose steering control.

Adjusting steering wheel angle and height

1. To change the steering wheel angle, pull down the lock release lever (1).
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired angle (2) and height (3). Move the steering wheel, so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel warning lights and gauges. After adjusting, pull up the lock.
3. Pull up the lock-release lever to lock the steering wheel in place. Push the steering wheel both up and down to be certain it is locked in position.
4. Be sure to adjust the steering wheel to the desired position before driving.

Heated steering wheel (if equipped)
When the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON position, pressing the heated steering wheel button warms the steering wheel. The indicator on the button will illuminate. steering wheel heated steering wheel heated steering wheel
To turn the heated steering wheel off, press the button once again. The indicator on the button will turn off.
The heated steering wheel defaults to the OFF position whenever the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON position.

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