Kia Sportage: Good driving practices
- Never move the gear shift lever from P (Park) or N (Neutral) to any other
position with the accelerator pedal depressed.
- Never move the gear shift lever into P (Park) when the vehicle is in motion.
- Be sure the vehicle is completely stopped before you attempt to shift into
R (Reverse) or D (Drive).
- Always use the parking brake. Do not depend on placing the transaxle in
P (Park) to keep the vehicle from moving.
- Optimum vehicle performance and economy is obtained by smoothly depressing
and releasing the accelerator pedal.
The ignition key cannot be removed unless the shift lever is in the P (Park)
position. Even if the ignition switch is in the LOCK position, the key also cannot
be removed.
If your vehicle is equi ...
To move up a steep grade from a standing start, depress the brake pedal, shift
the shift lever to D (Drive). Select the appropriate gear depending on load weight
and steepness of the grade, and re ...
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General Troubleshooting Information
Before Troubleshooting
1.
Check applicable fuses in the appropriate fuse/relay box.
2.
Check the battery for damage, state of charge, and clean and tight c ...
Balance Shaft & Oil Pump: Components and Components Location
Components
1. Balance shaft & oil pump assembly2. Balance shaft chain tensioner3. Balance shaft chain4. Balance shaft chain sprocket5. Balance shaft chain guide6. Balance shaft chain tensione ...