Kia Sorento: Automatic heating and air conditioning (A/C) operation - Automatic climate control system: (if equipped) - Controls and FeaturesKia Sorento: Automatic heating and air conditioning (A/C) operation

Kia Sorento (MQ4, 2021-2026) Owner's Manual / Controls and Features / Automatic climate control system: (if equipped) / Automatic heating and air conditioning (A/C) operation

Overview of the automated HVAC operating interface on the Kia Sorento central console

  1. Press the AUTO climate control activation button icon on the Kia Sorento dashboard icon.

    The modes, fan speeds, air intake, and air-conditioning are controlled automatically by setting the temperature.

    Level

    Indicator

    LCD Display

    Air flow

    High

    High blower level indicator graphic for the Kia Sorento automatic climate system
    High blower level LCD screen readouts on the Kia Sorento instrument panel

    2–8

    Medium

    Medium blower level indicator graphic for the Kia Sorento automatic climate system
    Medium blower level LCD screen readouts on the Kia Sorento instrument panel

    1–6

    Low

    Low blower level indicator graphic for the Kia Sorento automatic climate system
    Low blower level LCD screen readouts on the Kia Sorento instrument panel

    1–4

  2. Turn the temperature control knob Cabin temperature regulation knob icon on the Kia Sorento climate interface to the desired temperature.

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  • To turn the automatic operation off, press any of the following buttons:

    • Mode selection button

    • Air conditioning button

    • Front windshield defroster button

      Press the button again to deselect the front windshield defroster function. The AUTO sign will appear on the information display once again.

    • Fan speed control knob

    The selected function is controlled manually, while other functions operate automatically.

  • To improve the effectiveness of the climate control, press the AUTO button and set the temperature to 72 °F (22 °C).

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For better control of the heating and cooling system, never place anything over the sensor (1) located on the instrument panel.

Location of the climate control solar and ambient temperature sensor on the Kia Sorento dashboard
Automatic climate control system: (if equipped)
The advanced automatic climate control system inside the Kia Sorento intelligently cools or heats the cabin to ensure optimal thermal comfort for both the driver and all passengers, maintaining a ...

Manual heating and air conditioning (A/C) operation
The heating and cooling system can be controlled manually by pressing buttons other than the AUTO button. To manually operate the heating and A/C, follow these steps: Start the vehicle. ...

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