Kia Sportage: Automatic transaxle
Good driving practices
Automatic transaxle operationAdding equipment to or modifying your air bag-equipped vehicle
If you modify your vehicle by changing your vehicle's frame, bumper system, front
end or side sheet metal or ride height, this may affect the operation of your vehicle's
air bag system. ...
Four wheel drive (4WD)
Engine power can be delivered to all front and rear wheels for maximum traction.
4WD is useful when extra traction is required on road, such as, when driving on
slippery, muddy, wet, or snow-cover ...