Kia Sportage: DBC (Downhill brake control) indicator
The DBC indicator will illuminate when the DBC button is pressed and the system is on.
When driving down a steep hill at a speed under 35 km/h (22 mph), the DBC will operate and the DBC indicator will blink to indicate the DBC is operating.
If the red indicator illuminates, the DBC system may have malfunctioned. Take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked.
ESC OFF indicator
Cruise indicatorsEmergency tailgate safety release
Your vehicle is equipped with an emergency tailgate safety release lever located
on the bottom of the tailgate. When someone is inadvertently locked in the cargo
area, the tailgate can be opened ...
Driving off-road
Drive carefully off-road because your vehicle may be damaged by rocks of roots
of trees. Become familiar with the off-road conditions where you are going to drive
before you begin driving. ...