Kia Sportage: Emission control systemThe emission control system of your vehicle is covered by a written limited warranty. Please see the warranty information contained in the Warranty & Maintenance booklet in your vehicle.
Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control system to meet all applicable emission regulations.
There are three emission control systems, as follows.
(1) Crankcase emission control system
(2) Evaporative emission control system
(3) Exhaust emission control system
In order to assure the proper function of the emission control systems, it is recommended that you have your vehicle inspected and maintained by an authorized Kia dealer in accordance with the maintenance schedule in this manual.
Caution for the Inspection and Maintenance Test (With Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system)
Interior care
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   Description
The Seat Belt Pretensioners (BPT) are installed inside Center
 Pillar (LH & RH). When a vehicle crashes with a certain degree of 
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Hill-start assist control (HAC)
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after stopping. The Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) prevents the vehicle from rolling 
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