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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2020 Kia Sorento LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Carplay/Android Auto
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- 1. Features/Misdiagnose cases
Inspection Description (1) System features Turn on Android Auto/Carplay option ON on H/U connectivity settings, connect to multi-terminal.
Carplay/Android Auto screen must be displayed
Android phone features Android Auto, iPhone for Carplay(2) Misdiagnose cases - If AA/CP Setting is turn OFF at Setup β Connectivity Settings
- If iPhone background is locked, incoming calls will not be displayed on H/U screen.
- Modify iPhone settings to change display
- Issue can occur if USB cable has bad connection, or non-standard USB cable
- 2. Android Auto/Carplay does not start
Issue Inspection Description Android AutoCarplay does not start (1) H/U Setting - Check that Android Auto or Carplay is enabled. Setup β Connectivity Settings
Android AutoCarplay does not start (2) Connection with multi-terminal and phone - Check USB cable connection status of phone and multi-terminal
- If connection is good, check damaged pin/socket
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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- If connection is good, check damaged pin/socket
