Kia Sportage: Driving in flooded areas
Avoid driving through flooded areas unless you are sure the water is no higher than the bottom of the wheel hub. Drive through any water slowly. Allow adequate stopping distance because brake performance may be affected.
After driving through water, dry the brakes by gently applying them several times while the vehicle is moving slowly.
Driving in the rain
Rain and wet roads can make driving dangerous, especially if you’re not prepared
for the slick pavement. Here are a few things to consider when driving in the rain:
A heavy rainfall will make ...
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. ...
Other Information:
Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
After disconnecting the vapor hose from the PCV valve, remove the PCV valve.
2.
Reconnect the PCV valve to the vapor hose.
3.
Run the engine at idle, then put a finger ove ...
Downhill brake control (DBC)
The Downhill Brake Control (DBC) supports the driver driving down a steep hill
without the driver depressing the brake pedal. It slows down the vehicle under 8
km/h (5mph) and lets the driver co ...
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