KIA Sorento (2018 year). Manual — part 37

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Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Bulb wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Tires and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Gross vehicle weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Luggage volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Recommended lubricants and capacities. . . . . . . . 8-7

• Recommended sae viscosity number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Vehicle identification number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Vehicle certification label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Tire specification and pressure label . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Engine number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Refrigerant label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Consumer assistance (U.S. Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
Electrical equipment (U.S. Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
Reporting safety defects (U.S. Only) . . . . . . . . . . 8-16
Online factory authorized manuals

(U.S. Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16

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DIMENSIONS

ENGINE

ITEM

5 Seats

7 Seats

Overall length [in. (mm)]

187.4 (4,760)

←

Overall width [in. (mm)]

74.4 (1,890)

←

Overall height

[in. (mm)]

Without Roof rack

66.3 (1,685)

←

With Roof rack

66.5 (1,690)

←

Tread

[in. (mm)]

Front

235/65 R17

64.3 (1,633)

←

235/60 R18

64.1 (1,628)

←

235/55 R19

64.1 (1,628)

←

Rear

235/65 R17

64.7 (1,644)

←

235/60 R18

64.5 (1,639)

←

235/55 R19

64.5 (1,639)

←

Wheelbase [in. (mm)]

109.4 (2,780)

←

ITEM

Gasoline

Theta II 2.0 T-GDI

Gasoline

Theta II 2.4

Gasoline

Lambda II 3.3

Displacement

[cu. in (cc)]

121.92 (1,998)

143.95 (2,359)

203.94 (3,342)

Bore x Stroke

[in. (mm)]

3.39x3.39 (86x86) 3.46X3.81 (88x97)

3.62X3.29

(92x83.8)

Firing order

1-3-4-2

1-3-4-2

1-2-3-4-5-6

No. of cylinders

4. In-line

4. In-line

V - type

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BULB WATTAGE

* If equipped

Light Bulb

Wattage (W)

Bulb type

Front

Headlamps (Low)

55

H11

Headlamps (Low) - HID type*

35

D3S

Headlamps (High)

55

H7L

Front turn signal lamps

27W

PY28/8W

Front position lamps

Bulb type

-

-

LED type

LED

LED

Daytime running light*

55W

H7L

Front fog lamps

Type A

35

H8L

Type B

27

#881

Type C

LED

LED

Side Repeater lamps

Bulb type

-

-

LED type

LED

LED

Rear

Rear Stop/Tail lamps (outside)

Bulb type

21/5

P21/5

Rear tail lamps (Inside)

5

P21/5

Rear Stop/Tail lamps (outside)

LED type

LED

LED

Rear tail lamps (Inside)

LED

LED

Rear turn signal lamps

27

PY27W

Back-up lamps

16

W16W

High mounted stop lamp

LED

LED

License plate lamps

10W

C5W x 2

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Light Bulb

Wattage (W)

Bulb type

Interior

Map lamps

20 (LED*)

FESTOON (LED*)

Room lamps

10

FESTOON

Rear Personal Lamps

LED*

LED*

Vanity mirror lamps

Bulb type

5

FESTOON

LED type

LED

FESTOON

Glove box lamp

5

FESTOON

Luggage room lamp

Bulb type

8

FESTOON

LED type

LED

FESTOON

* If equipped

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TIRES AND WHEELS

CAUTION

When replacing tires, use the same size originally supplied with the vehicle. Using tires of a different size can
damage the related parts or make them work irregularly.

*

1

: Load Index

*

2

: Speed Symbol

*

3

: Normal load : Up to 3 persons

✽

✽

NOTICE

• It is permissible to add 3psi to the standard tire pressure specification if colder temperatures are expected soon.

Tires typically loose 1psi for every 12°F temperature drop. If extreme temperature variations are expected, re-
check your tire pressure as necessary to keep them properly inflated.

• We recommend that when replacing tires, use the same originally supplied with the vehicles. If not, that affects

driving performance.

• When driving in high altitude grades, it is natural for the atmospheric pressure to decrease. Therefore, please

check the tire pressure and add more air when necessary.
Additionally required tire air pressure per km above sea level: 1.5psi/km

Item

Tire size

Wheel

size

Supplier

Load

Capacity

Speed

capacity

Inflation pressure [bar(psi, kPa)]

Wheel lug

nut torque

[Kgf·m

(lbf·ft, N·m)]

Normal load *

3

Maximum load

LI *

1

Kg

SS *

2

Km/h

Front

Rear

Front

Rear

Full size

tire

235/65 R17

7.0JX17

Kumho

104

900

H

210

2.35

(34, 235)

2.35

(34, 235)

2.35

(34, 235)

2.35

(34, 235)

9~11

(65~79,

88~107)

Hankook

104

900

H

210

235/60 R18

7.5JX18

Kumho

103

875

H

210

2.35

(34, 235)

2.35

(34, 235)

2.35

(34, 235)

2.35

(34, 235)

Nexen

103

875

H

210

235/55 R19

7.5JX19

Kumho

101

825

H

210

2.35

(34, 235)

2.35

(34, 235)

2.35

(34, 235)

2.35

(34, 235)

Michelin

101

825

H

210

Compact

spare tire

T165/90 R17 4.0TX17

Kumho

116

1250

M

130

4.2

(60, 420)

4.2

(60, 420)

4.2

(60, 420)

4.2

(60, 420)

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GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

LUGGAGE VOLUME

Item

Weight of volume

Classification

Refrigerant

FRONT A/CON

650 ± 25g

R-134a

FRONT + REAR A/CON

850 ± 25g

Compressor lubricant

FRONT A/CON

120 ± 10g

PAG(FD46XG)

FRONT + REAR A/CON

210 ± 10g

We recommend that you contact an authorized Kia dealer for more details.

ITEM

FOR USA

FOR CANADA

5 Seats

7 Seats

5 Seats

7 Seats

Theta II 2.0

[lbs. (kg)]

AT

2WD

5,115 (2,320)

-

5,115 (2,320)

-

4WD

5,247 (2,380)

-

5,247 (2,380)

-

Theta II 2.4

[lbs. (kg)]

AT

2WD

5,026 (2,280)

5,335 (2,420)

5,026 (2,280)

5,335 (2,420)

4WD

5,159 (2,340)

5,490 (2,490)

5,159 (2,340)

5,490 (2,490)

Lambda II 3.3

[lbs. (kg)]

AT

2WD

-

5,489 (2,490)

-

5,489 (2,490)

4WD

-

5,622 (2,550)

-

5,622 (2,550)

ITEM

5 Seats

7 Seats

SAE

MIN.

38.8 cu ft (1,099L)

38.0 cu ft (1,077L)

MAX.

73.5 cu ft (2,082L)

72.9 cu ft (2,066L)

MIN : Behind rear seat (2nd row)

MAX : Behind front seat (1st row)

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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES

To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality.
The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.

Lubricant

Volume

Classification

Engine oil *

1

*

2

(drain and refill)

Recommends (or equivalent)

Gasoline

Engine

Theta II 2.0

T-GDI

5.07 US qt. (4.8

l

)

API SM or above*

3

, ILSAC GF-4 or above*

4

,

ACEA-A5 or above

Theta II 2.4 GDI 5.07 US qt. (4.8

l

)

API SM or above*

3

, ILSAC GF-4 or above*

4

,

ACEA-A5 or above

Lambda II 3.3

GDI

6.87 US qt. (6.5

l

)

API SM or above*

3

, ILSAC GF-4 or above*

4

,

ACEA-A5 or above

Automatic transaxle fluid

Gasoline

Engine

Theta II 2.0

T-GDI

8.24 US qt. (7.8

l

)

ATF SP-IV or equivalent

Theta II 2.4 GDI 7.50 US qt. (7.1

l

)

Lambda II 3.3

GDI

8.24 US qt. (7.8

l

)

*

1

: Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.

*

2

: Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel econ-

omy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure
in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.

*

3

: If the API SM engine oil is not available, you can use API SN or above.

*

4

: If the ILSAC GF-4 engine oil is not available, you can use ILSAC GF-5 or above.

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Lubricant

Volume

Classification

Coolant

Gasoline

Engine

Theta II 2.0

T-GDI

7.71 US qt. (7.3

l

)

Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water

(Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum

radiator)

Theta II 2.4 GDI

8.35 US qt. (7.9

l

)

Lambda II 3.3

GDI

9.83 US qt. (9.3

l

)

Brake fluid

0.445~0.485 US qt.

(0.41~0.45

l

)

FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4

Rear differential oil (AWD)

0.56 ~ 0.67 US qt.

(0.53 ~ 0.63

l

)

HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE 75W/90

(SHELL HD AXLE OIL 75W90 or equivalent)

Transfer case oil (AWD)

Gasoline

Engine

Theta II 2.0

T-GDI

0.45 ~ 0.50 US qt.

(0.43 ~ 0.47

l

)

HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE 75W/90

(SHELL HD AXLE OIL 75W90 or equivalent)

Theta II 2.4 GDI

0.36 ~ 0.38 US qt.

(0.34 ~ 0.36

l

)

Lambda II 3.3

GDI

0.70 ~ 0.77 US qt.

(0.67 ~ 0.73

l

)

Fuel

75 US qt. (71

l

)

Refer to Fuel requirements in section 1

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Recommended SAE viscosity
number

Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has
an effect on fuel economy and cold
weather operating (engine start and
engine oil flowability). Lower viscosi-
ty engine oils can provide better fuel
economy and cold weather perform-
ance, however, higher viscosity
engine oils are required for satisfac-
tory lubrication in hot weather. Using
oils of any viscosity other than those
recommended could result in engine
damage. When choosing an oil, con-
sider the range of temperature your
vehicle will be operated in before the
next oil change. Proceed to select
the recommended oil viscosity from
the chart.

Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers

Temperature

°C

(°F)

-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50

-10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120

Gasoline Engine Oil

(Theta II 2.0 T-GDI)

20W-50

10W-30

15W-40

5W-30, 5W-40

An engine oil displaying this API Certification Mark conforms
to the international Lubricant Specification Advisory
Commmittee (ILSAC). It is recommended to only use engine
oils that uphold this API Certification Mark

Gasoline Engine Oil

(Theta II 2.4 GDI)

10W-30

5W-20, 5W-30

Gasoline Engine Oil

(Lambda II 3.3 GDI)

10W-30

5W-30

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)

The vehicle identification number
(VIN) is the number used in register-
ing your vehicle and in all legal mat-
ters pertaining to its ownership, etc.
The number is punched on the floor
under the front passenger seat.

The VIN is also on a plate attached
to the top of the dashboard. The
number on the plate can easily be
seen through the windshield from
outside.

The vehicle certification label
attached on the driver’s side center
pillar gives the vehicle identification
number (VIN).

VEHICLE CERTIFICATION
LABEL

OUM084001

■

Frame number

OUM084005

■

VIN label

OUM084004

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The tires supplied on your new vehi-
cle are chosen to provide the best
performance for normal driving.
The tire label located on the driver's
side center pillar gives the tire pres-
sures recommended for your vehicle.

The engine number is stamped on the
engine block as shown in the drawing.

The refrigerant label is located on
the underside of the hood.

ENGINE NUMBER

TIRE SPECIFICATION AND
PRESSURE LABEL

REFRIGERANT LABEL

OUM084002

OUM084006

OYF081013N

OUM084007

OYP084003K

■

Gasoline engine (THETA 2.4L GDI)

■

Gasoline engine (THETA 2.0L T-GDI)

■

Gasoline engine (Lambda 3.3L GDI)

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Roadside Assistance is provided on all new current
model year Kia Vehicles from the date the vehicle is deliv-
ered to the first retail buyer or otherwise put into use (in-
service date), whichever is earlier, for a period of 60
months or 60,000 miles, whichever is earlier, subject to
the terms, conditions and exclusions set forth in the Kia
Warranty and Consumer Information Manual applicable
to your model year vehicle.
KMA reserves the right to limit or deny services or other
benefits to any owner or driver when, in KMA's judgment,
the claims and/or service requests are excessive in fre-
quency or type of occurrence.

Toll free consumer assistance

Kia's toll-free Consumer Assistance hot line is staffed
from 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM PST, Monday through Friday
and is accessible by dialing 1-800-333-4Kia (4542).
For more information regarding assistance available,
please refer to your Kia Warranty & Consumer
Information Manual.

Emergency roadside assistance

Kia's toll free Roadside Assistance hot line is staffed 24
hours a day, 365 days a year and is accessible by dialing
1-800-333-4Kia (4542).
Please note that you must provide your Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) to verify coverage at the time
of your call. The VIN can be found on the dash of your
vehicle on the driver’s side, on the door jamb of the dri-
ver’s door, your vehicle’s registration or proof of insur-
ance card.
Kia utilizes a network of over 30,000 roadside assistance
providers. Should you accidentally run out of fuel, require
a battery jump, or need help changing a tire, a Kia
Roadside Assistance Representative will dispatch some-
one to deliver a small quantity of gas, change a flat tire
with your inflated spare, or arrange a battery jump to
allow you to proceed to your destination. We have access
to a network of over 10,000 locksmiths to help you should
you become locked out of your Kia.
In the event that mechanical difficulty renders your vehi-
cle undriveable due to a warranty-related concern, Kia’s
Roadside Assistance Representative will arrange to
transport your vehicle to the nearest Kia dealer or to an
authorized Kia alternative service location.

CONSUMER ASSISTANCE (U.S. ONLY)

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Your vehicle must be accessible to our dispatch transport
vehicle, as determined by our driver, to receive this serv-
ice.

✽

✽

NOTICE

Roadside Assistance benefits are not available for any
Kia vehicle that has ever been or should be issued a “sal-
vage” title or similar “branded” title under any state’s
law or has been declared a “total loss” or equivalent by
a financial institution or insurance company.

Trip interruption

Trip interruption expense benefits are provided in the
event that a warranty-related disablement occurs more
than 150 miles from your home, and the repairs require
more than 24 hours to complete. Reasonable reimburse-
ment is included for meals, lodging, or rental vehicle
expenses. Trip interruption coverage is limited to $100
per day subject to a three day maximum limit per incident.
You must contact the Kia Roadside Assistance Center to
obtain pre-authorization of expenses. Once the Kia
Roadside Assistance Center gives authorization for trip
interruption benefits, they will assist you in making the
necessary arrangements.

Insurance deductibles,

expenses, and claims paid by your insurance company or
other providers are not eligible for reimbursement.
Fleet vehicles are excluded from reimbursement under
Kia’s Trip Interruption Policy.

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Registering your vehicle in a foreign country

If you plan to register your vehicle in a foreign country,
you should confirm that it conforms to the regulations in
that country. Even if you successfully register the vehicle
in a foreign country, you may experience the following
problems and should therefore consider the possibility of
having to deal with them:
1. The fuel specified for your vehicle may be unavailable.

If other than the specified fuel is used, it could cause
damage to the engine, the fuel injection system, and
other fuel-related parts which may not be covered
under your New Vehicle Emissions Limited Warranty.

2. We must, therefore, clearly state that when you leave

the country in which you purchased your Kia new and
register it in another country, problems arising from the
use of fuel other than the specified fuel are not subject
to manufacturer’s warranty. Because vehicles like
yours may not be marketed in the new country of reg-
istration, parts, servicing techniques and tools neces-
sary to maintain and repair your vehicle may be
unavailable.

Even if vehicles like yours are sold there, mechanical
specifications required by the government may vary
enough from the country of purchase to cause addi-
tional problems.

3. There may not be an Authorized Kia Dealer in the area

in which you plan to register your vehicle. You may
additionally experience difficulty in obtaining services
in a foreign country for any number of reasons.

Further, we cannot assume any responsibility for prob-
lems that result from unsatisfactory service or lack of
service outside of the United States.

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The electrical system of your vehicle is designed to per-
form under all reasonably expected operating conditions.
However, before any additional electrical equipment is
installed in your vehicle, consult an Authorized Kia
Dealer, in order to ensure that you do not void your war-
ranty.
Certain electrical equipment, or the way in which it is
installed, may adversely affect the operation of your vehi-
cle, including such systems as the engine control system,
the audio system and the electrical charging system and
thus potentially void all or part of your warranty.
We assume no responsibility for any expense you may
incur or for any malfunction of your vehicle or any of its
components or systems that may result from the installa-
tion of additional electrical equipment that is not supplied,
or recommended for installation by, Kia.

Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

If a mobile two-way radio system is installed improperly,
or if an excessively powerful type of system is used, other
electronic systems may be adversely affected. To avoid
damage to your vehicle, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer
concerning the proper equipment and installation.
Kia motor vehicles are designed and manufactured to
meet or exceed all applicable safety standards.

For your safety, however, we strongly urge you to read
and follow all directions in this Owner's Manual, particu-
larly the information under the headings "NOTICE",
"CAUTION" and "WARNING".

If, after reading this manual, you have any questions
regarding the operation of your vehicle, safety issues and
defects please contact your Kia's toll-free Consumer
Assistance hot line as below:

National Consumer Affairs Manager
Kia Motors America, Inc.
P.O. Box 52410
Irvine, CA 92619-2410
1-800-333-4Kia (4542)

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT (U.S. ONLY)

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