Kia Sorento: Active ECO operation

Active ECO helps improve fuel efficiency by controlling certain engine and transaxle
system operating parameters. Fuel efficiency depends on the driver's driving habit
and road condition.
- When the Active ECO button is pressed the ECO indicator (green) will illuminate
to show that the Active ECO is operating.
- When the Active ECO is activated, it will remain on until the Active ECO
button is pressed again. Active ECO does not turn off when the engine is restarted.
To turn off Active ECO, press the Active ECO button again.
- If Active ECO is turned off, the system will return to normal mode.
When Active ECO is activated:
- The engine noise may get louder.
- The vehicle speed may slightly be reduced.
- The air conditioner performance may be affected.
Limitation of Active ECO operation:
If the following conditions occur while Active ECO is operating, the system operation
is limited even though there is no change in the ECO indicator.
- When the coolant temperature is low: The system will be limited until engine
performance becomes normal.
- When driving up a hill: The system will be limited to gain power when driving
uphill because the engine torque is restricted.
- When using sports mode: The system will be limited according to the shift
location.
- When the accelerator pedal is deeply depressed for a few seconds: The system
will be limited, judging that the driver wants to speed up.
Your vehicle's fuel economy depends mainly on your style of driving, where you
drive and when you drive.
Each of these factors affects how many miles (kilometers) you can get from a
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