Kia Sportage: Exterior general caution

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Maintenance / Appearance care / Exterior care / Exterior general caution

Exterior care

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Finish maintenance

Washing To help protect your vehicle’s finish from rust and deterioration, wash it thoroughly and frequently at least once a month with lukewarm or cold water. If you use your vehicle for off-ro ...

Other Information:

Shift lock system
For your safety, the automatic transaxle has a shift lock system which prevents shifting the transaxle from P (Park) into R (Reverse) unless the brake pedal is depressed. To shift the transaxle f ...

Digital clock
Whenever the battery terminals or related fuses are disconnected, you must reset the time. For details, refer to the audio in the end of this section. WARNING - Clock those may damage the ho ...