Kia Sportage: Active ECO system

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Active ECO system

To turn cruise control off, do one of the following

Push the cruise ON-OFF button (the CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster will go off). Turn the ignition off. Both of these actions will cancel the cruise control operation. If ...

Active ECO operation

Active ECO helps improve fuel efficiency by controlling certain engine and transaxle system operating parameters. Fuel efficiency depends on the driver's driving habit and road condition. ...

Other Information:

Checking the engine oil level
1.Be sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2.Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. 3.Turn the engine off and wait for a few minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil to r ...

For safe four-wheel drive operation
Do not try to drive in deep standing water or mud since such conditions can stall your engine and clog your exhaust pipes. Do not drive down steep hills since it requires extreme skill to mai ...