2011 Kia Sorento Owners Manual

Gasoline UNLEADED gasoline AKI (Anti-Knock Index) 87 or higher Fuel Tank Capacity 17.96 gal. (68 liters) Recommended Engine Oil API Service SM, ILSAC GF-4 or above Engine Oil Capacity with Filter 2.4L Engine : 4.86 qts. (4.6 liters) 3.5L Engine : 5.49 qts. (5.2 liters) Engine Coolant 2.4L Engine MT : 6.87 qts. (6.5 liters) 2.4L Engine AT : 6.97 qts. (6.6 liters) 3.5L Engine : 9.09 qts. (8.6 liters) Tire Pressure (measured cold) P235/65R17 : 33 psi P235/60R18 : 33 psi Automatic Transaxle Fluid MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV, NOCAATF SP-IV, KIA genuine ATF SP-IV or other brands meeting the SP-IV specifi- cation approved by KIA Motors Corp. Capacity - 2.4L Engine : 7.50 qts. (7.1 liters) 3.5L Engine : 8.24 qts. (7.8 liters) Manual Transaxle Fluid API Service GL-4 (SAE 75W/85) Capacity - 1.90 qts. (1.8 liters) Brake Fluid FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4 Power Steering Fluid PSF-3 GAS STATION INFORMATION

kia, the company Congratulations! Your selection of a KIA was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. Now that you are the owner of a KIA vehicle, you’ll probably be asked a lot of questions about your vehicle and the company like “What is a KIA?”, “Who is KIA?”, “What does ‘KIA’ mean?”. Here are some answers. First, KIA is the oldest car company in Korea. It is a company that has thousands of employees focused on building high-quality vehicles at affordable prices. The first syllable, KI, in the word “KIA” means “to arise from, to the world” or “to come up out of, to the world”. The second syllable, a, means “Asia”. So, the word KIA, means “to arise from” or “to come up out of Asia, to the world”. Drive safely and enjoy your Kia!

i Thank you for choosing a KIA vehicle. When you require service, remember that your KIA Dealer knows your vehicle best. Your dealer has factory-trained tech- nicians, recommended special tools, genuine KIA replacement parts and is dedicated to your complete satisfaction. Because subsequent owners require this important information as well, this publication should remain with the vehicle if it is sold. This manual will familiarize you with operational, maintenance and safety information about your new vehicle. It is sup- plemented by a Warranty and Consumer Information manual that provides important information on all warranties regarding your vehicle. We urge you to read these publications carefully and follow the recommendations to help assure enjoyable and safe operation of your new vehicle. KIA offers a great variety of options, components and features for its various models. Therefore, some of the equipment described in this manual, along with the various illustrations, may not be applicable to your particular vehicle. The information and specifications provided in this manual were accurate at the time of printing. KIA reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. If you have questions, always check with your KIA dealer. We assure you of our continuing interest in your motoring pleasure and satisfaction in your KIA vehicle. © 2010 KIA MOTORS AMERICA, Inc. All rights reserved. May not be reproduced or translated in whole or in part without the written consent of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, Inc. Printed in U. S. A. Foreword

ii 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 I Introduction Your vehicle at a glance Safety features of your vehicle Features of your vehicle Driving your vehicle What to do in an emergency Maintenance Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects Index table of contents

1 How to use this manual / 1-2 Fuel requirements / 1-3 Vehicle handling instructions / 1-5 Vehicle break-in process / 1-5 Vehicle data collection and event data recorders / 1-6 Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster / 1-7 Introduction

Introduction 2 1 A010000AAM We want to help you get the greatest possible driving pleasure from your vehicle.Your Owner’s Manual can assist you in many ways. We strongly recommend that you read the entire manual. In order to minimize the chance of death or injury, you must read the WARNING and CAU- TION sections in the manual. Illustrations complement the words in this manual to best explain how to enjoy your vehicle. By reading your manual, you will learn about features, important safety information, and driving tips under various road conditions. The general layout of the manual is provided in the Table of Contents. Use the index when looking for a specific area or subject; it has an alphabetical listing of all information in your manual. Sections: This manual has eight sections plus an index. Each section begins with a brief list of contents so you can tell at a glance if that section has the information you want. You will find various WARNINGs, CAUTIONs, and NOTICEs in this manual. These WARNINGs were prepared to enhance your personal safety.You should carefully read and follow ALL procedures and recommendations provided in these WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTICEs. ✽ NOTICE A NOTICE indicates interesting or help- ful information is being provided. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation in which harm, serious bodily injury or death could result if the warning is ignored. CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a situation in which damage to your vehicle could result if the caution is ignored.

13 Introduction A020101AHM-EU Your new vehicle is designed to use only unleaded fuel having a pump octane number ((R+M)/2) of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Your new vehicle is designed to obtain maximum performance with UNLEADED FUEL, as well as minimize exhaust emis- sions and spark plug fouling. A020103AUN-EU Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and ethanol (also known as grain alcohol), and gasoline or gasohol containing methanol (also known as wood alcohol) are being marketed along with or instead of leaded or unleaded gasoline. Do not use gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol, and do not use gasoline or gasohol containing any methanol. Either of these fuels may cause drivability problems and damage to the fuel system. Discontinue using gasohol of any kind if drivability problems occur. Vehicle damage or drivability problems may not be covered by the manufactur- er’s warranty if they result from the use of: 1. Gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol. 2. Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol. 3. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol. FUEL REQUIREMENTS CAUTION Never add any fuel system cleaning agents to the fuel tank other than what has been specified. (Consult an authorized KIA dealer for details.) WARNING • Do not "top off" after the nozzle automatically shuts off when refueling. • Tighten the cap until it clicks one time, otherwise the Check Engine light will illuminate. • Always check that the fuel cap is installed securely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident.

Introduction 4 1 "E85" fuel is an alternative fuel com- prised of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline, and is manufactured exclusively for use in Flexible Fuel Vehicles. “E85” is not compatible with your vehicle. Use of “E85” may result in poor engine performance and damage to your vehicle's engine and fuel system. KIA recommends that customers do not use fuel with an ethanol content exceed- ing 10%. A020105AUN Do not use methanol Fuels containing methanol (wood alcohol) should not be used in your vehicle. This type of fuel can reduce vehicle performance and damage components of the fuel system. A020106AUN Gasolines for cleaner air To help contribute to cleaner air, KIA recommends that you use gasolines treated with detergent additives, which help prevent deposit formation in the engine. These gasolines will help the engine run cleaner and enhance performance of the Emission Control System. A020107AUN Operation in foreign countries If you are going to drive your vehicle in another country, be sure to: • Observe all regulations regarding reg- istration and insurance. • Determine that acceptable fuel is avail- able. CAUTION Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty may not cover damage to the fuel system and any performance problems that are caused by the use of fuels containing methanol. CAUTION Never use gasohol which contains methanol. Discontinue use of any gasohol product which impairs drivability. CAUTION Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover damage to the fuel system or any performance problems caused by the use of “E85” fuel.

15 Introduction A090000AEN As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control, an accident or vehicle rollover. Specific design characteristics (higher ground clearance, track, etc.) give this vehicle a higher center of gravity than other types of vehicles. In other words they are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional 2-wheel drive vehicles. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. Again, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control, an accident or vehicle rollover. Be sure to read the “Reducing the risk of a rollover” driving guide- lines, in section 5 of this manual. A030000AUN No special break-in period is needed. By following a few simple precautions for the first 600 miles (1,000 km) you may add to the performance, economy and life of your vehicle. • Do not race the engine. • While driving, keep your engine speed (rpm, or revolutions per minute) between 2,000 rpm and 4,000 rpm. • Do not maintain a single speed for long periods of time, either fast or slow. Varying engine speed is needed to properly break-in the engine. • Avoid hard stops, except in emergen- cies, to allow the brakes to seat properly. • Don't let the engine idle longer than 3 minutes at one time. • Don't tow a trailer during the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of operation. VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS VEHICLE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS

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