Kia Sorento: Driver Attention Warning operation

Inattentive Driving Warning function

The core objective of the Driver Attention Warning system in your Kia Sorento is to prioritize safety by actively monitoring your focus and suggesting necessary breaks during long or monotonous journeys.

Taking a break

(A) Consider taking a break

When the system detects that your attention level has dropped below a predefined threshold, the Inattentive Driving Warning light () will begin to blink. Simultaneously, a clear warning message appears on the instrument cluster, accompanied by an audible chime to prompt you to stop and rest.

• To prevent unnecessary alerts, the Driver Attention Warning system will not suggest a break if the total driving duration is under 4 minutes, nor will it sound an alert within 4 minutes of a previous suggestion.

WARNING

For your safety, always adjust vehicle settings only after parking the Kia Sorento securely at a safe location.

CAUTION

• Please note that the Driver Attention Warning system may recommend a break based on specific driving patterns or habits, even if you feel perfectly alert.

• This system acts as a supplemental safety aid and may not always accurately determine whether you are experiencing inattention or fatigue.

• If you personally feel fatigued or drowsy, prioritize your well-being by taking a break at a safe location, regardless of whether the system has issued a notification.

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert function

(A) Leading vehicle is driving away

The Leading Vehicle Departure Alert feature in the Kia Sorento is designed to enhance urban driving convenience. When a vehicle ahead departs from a stationary position, the system promptly informs you via a warning message on the instrument cluster and an audible alert.

WARNING

• The Leading Vehicle Departure Alert may not display a message or generate sound if the system is currently prioritizing another safety warning message or chime.

• As the driver, you remain solely responsible for maintaining vehicle control and ensuring safe operation at all times.

TIP

• This alert is a convenience function; it may not trigger every time the vehicle ahead moves, so always maintain active observation of traffic conditions.

• Consistently monitor the road ahead and assess traffic conditions manually before initiating your departure.

TIP

Visual presentation, including images and icon colors, may vary based on your Kia Sorento instrument cluster specifications or selected display theme.