Kia Sportage: Emergency starting

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / What to do in an emergency / Emergency starting

If the engine will not start

If engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly 1.If your car has an automatic transaxle, be sure the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and the emergency brake is set. 2.Check the bat ...

Jump starting

Jump starting can be dangerous if done incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your vehicle or battery, follow these jump starting procedures. If in doubt, we strongly recom ...

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Troubleshooting
Failure Diagnosis 1. In principle, ESC and TCS controls are prohibited in case of ABS failure. 2. When ESC or TCS fails, only the failed system control is prohibited. 3. The solenoid valve ...

Closing the tailgate
To close the tailgate, lower and push down the tailgate firmly. Make sure that the tailgate is securely latched. Make sure your hands, feet and other parts of your body are safely out of the wa ...