Kia Sportage: Active air flap: (if equipped). Active air flap malfunction. Economical operation

Active air flap: (if equipped). Active air flap malfunction

The active air flap system adjusts the flap below the front bumper to help cool vehicle components and improve fuel economy.

Active air flap malfunction

A: Check Active Air Flap System

The active air flap may not operate normally if an external object temporarily holds it open or if the controller is affected by snow, rain or other contamination.

If a warning message appears, stop the Kia Sportage in a safe place and check the condition of the flap.

Remove any foreign material, then wait 10 minutes before restarting the vehicle. If the warning message remains, have the system inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends contacting an authorised Kia dealer or service partner.

CAUTION

• Even if no warning message appears, visually check the air flaps if they look uneven, on vehicles with exposed flaps. Switch off the engine and restart it after approximately 10 minutes to check the flap operation.

• The active air flap is operated by motors. Do not interfere with its movement or apply excessive force, as this may cause a fault.

NOTE

The active air flap system may operate in different vehicle states, including while parked, driving or charging.

Economical operation

Fuel economy in your Kia Sportage depends largely on how, where and when you drive. Each of these factors affects how far the vehicle can travel on a litre or gallon of fuel.

To use fuel efficiently and help reduce running and repair costs, follow these practical driving and maintenance recommendations:

• Accelerate and brake smoothly, avoiding unnecessary sudden inputs.

• Choose a moderate, steady speed suited to the road and traffic.

• Look after the tyres and keep them in good condition.

• Make sure the wheels are correctly aligned.

• Maintain the Kia Sportage in line with the scheduled maintenance plan.

• Remove unnecessary items to avoid carrying extra weight.

• Avoid leaving the engine idling longer than necessary.

• Do not strain the engine by driving in a gear that is too high for the conditions, and avoid running it at excessive speed.

• At high speeds, keep the windows closed where practical to reduce air resistance.

• Reduce speed when driving into a headwind or in strong crosswinds.

WARNING

Never switch off the engine to coast downhill or while the Kia Sportage is moving. Power steering and power-assisted braking may not operate correctly with the engine off, and steering may require considerably more effort. Keep the engine running and select an appropriate lower gear to use engine braking.

Emergency precautions

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Special driving conditions

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