Kia Sorento XM Owner's Manual.

LCD Display Control

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The LCD display modes can be changed by using the control buttons on the steering

The LCD display modes can be changed using the control buttons on the steering wheel.

[Enter]

(1) TRIP button for changing trip modes :


TRIP button to change the trip mode

(2) RESET button for resetting items :


RESET button to reset items

❈ For LCD mode information, refer to the "LCD Display" section in this chapter.

[Type B]

(1) MODE button for changing modes or SELECT button for setting the selected item :


MODE button to change modes or SELECT button to set the selected item

(2) MOVE button for changing items or RESET button for resetting the selected item :


MOVE button to change items or RESET button to reset the selected item

Gauges

Speedometer

The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle and is calibrated in miles

The speedometer shows vehicle speed and is calibrated in miles per hour (mph) and/or kilometers per hour (km/h).

Tachometer

The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute

The tachometer shows the approximate engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).

Use the tachometer to select the correct shift points and to prevent wheel spin and/or over-revving the engine.

CAUTION

Do not operate the engine in the RED ZONE of the tachometer. Doing so may cause serious engine damage.

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant when the ignition

This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch or engine start/stop button is in the ON position.

CAUTION

If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range toward the "H" position, it indicates overheating, which may damage the engine. Do not continue driving with an overheated engine.

WARNING

Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Engine coolant is under pressure and may cause severe scalding. Wait until the engine has cooled before adding coolant to the reservoir.

Fuel Gauge

This gauge indicates the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.

This gauge shows the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.

✽ NOTICE

  • The fuel gauge is supplemented by the low fuel warning light, which illuminates when the fuel tank is nearly empty.
  • On inclines or curves, the fuel gauge needle may fluctuate, or the low fuel warning light may illuminate earlier than usual due to fuel movement in the tank.

WARNING – Fuel Level Gauge

Running out of fuel may endanger the vehicle occupants. You must stop and obtain additional fuel as soon as possible after the warning light illuminates or when the fuel gauge needle approaches the "E (Empty)" mark.

CAUTION

Avoid driving with very low fuel. Lack of fuel may cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter.

✽ NOTICE

The fuel display may be inaccurate if you refuel on a slope.

Odometer

The odometer Indicates the total distance that the vehicle has been driven and

The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has traveled and should be used to determine when periodic maintenance is due.

Odometer range: 0 ~ 999999 miles or kilometers.

Outside Air Temperature Sensor

This gauge indicates the current outside air temperatures by 1°F (1°C).

This gauge shows the current outside air temperature to the nearest 1°F (1°C).

Temperature range: -40°F ~ 140°F (-40°C ~ 60°C)

The outside air temperature display may not change immediately as it normally does. The thermometer is designed so that the driver is not distracted.

To change the temperature unit (from °C to °F or from °F to °C)

Type A Cluster

Press the RESET (and then press the Trip ( ) button 5) button 5 times
and then press the TRIP (times within 10 seconds.) button 5
times within 10 seconds.

Type B cluster

The temperature unit can be changed in the "User Settings" mode of the LCD display.

❈ For more details, refer to "LCD Display" in this section.

Shift Indicator

Automatic transmission shift indicator (if equipped)

This indicator displays which automatic transaxle shift lever is selected.

This indicator shows which automatic transmission shift lever position is selected.

  • Park: P
  • Reverse: R
  • Neutral: N
  • Drive: D
  • Sport mode: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

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