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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Heated steering wheel
With the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ON position, pressing the heated steering wheel button warms the steering wheel. The indicator on the button will illuminate. To turn the steering wheel o ...

Direct Electro Hydraulic Actuator Coupling: Components and Components Location
Component Location 1. Automatic transaxle2. Transfer assembly3. Propeller shaft4. Coupling assembly5. Differential assembly Components 1. Actuator2. Bleed valve3. Flange & Input shaft4. ...