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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Specifications
Specifications ItemsSpecificationsRated voltageDC 12VOperating temperature range -22 ~ +176°F (-30°C ~ +80°C)Rated loadDimmer & passingswitchHigh : 0.2A (Relay load)Low : 0.2A (Relay load) ...

Battery replacement
A transmitter uses a 3 volt lithium battery which will normally last for several years. When replacement is necessary, use the following procedure. 1.Insert a slim tool into the slot and gently p ...