Kia Sportage: Automatic transaxle

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Automatic transaxle

Good driving practices

Never take the vehicle out of gear and coast down a hill. This is extremely hazardous. Always leave the vehicle in gear. Don't "ride" the brakes. This can cause them to overheat ...

Automatic transaxle operation

The automatic transaxle has 6 forward speeds and one reverse speed. The individual speeds are selected automatically, depending on the position of the shift lever. ✽ NOTICE The first few ...

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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting SymptomPossible causeRemedyOne lamp does not light(all exterior)Bulb burned outReplace bulbSocket, wiring or ground faultyRepair if necessaryHead lamps do not lightBulb burned out ...

Reset items
Items should be reset after the battery has been discharged or the battery has been disconnected. Auto up/down window (See section 4) Sunroof (See section 4) Trip computer (See section 4) ...