Kia Sportage: Carry emergency equipment

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Winter driving / Carry emergency equipment

Don't let ice and snow accumulate underneath

Under some conditions, snow and ice can build up under the fenders and interfere with the steering. When driving in severe winter conditions where this may happen, you should periodically check un ...

Trailer towing

If you are considering towing with your vehicle, you should first check with your country's Department of Motor Vehicles to determine their legal requirements. Since laws vary the requirements ...

Other Information:

Four Wheel Drive (4WD) transfer mode selection
When the 4WD LOCK mode is deactivated, a shock may be felt as the drive power is delivered entirely to the front wheels. This shock is not a mechanical failure. CAUTION - Normal road conditio ...

Seat Belt Pretensioner (BPT): Repair procedures
Removal 1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for at least thirty seconds before beginning work. 2. To remove the seat belt anchor pretensioner (C), keep on pushing the lock pi ...