LCD Display Control

The LCD display modes can be changed using the control buttons on the steering wheel.
[Enter]
(1)
:
TRIP button to change the trip mode
(2)
:
RESET button to reset items
❈ For LCD mode information, refer to the "LCD Display" section in this chapter.
[Type B]
(1)
:
MODE button to change modes or SELECT button to set the selected item
(2)
:
MOVE button to change items or RESET button to reset the selected item
Gauges
Speedometer

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

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 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 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 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 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 (
) button 5 times
and then press the TRIP (
) 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 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
Test yourself
A quick Kia Sorento Owner's Manual quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.