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Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Special driving conditions / Highway driving

Tires

Adjust the tire inflation pressures to specification. Low tire inflation pressures will result in overheating and possible failure of the tires.

Avoid using worn or damaged tires which may result in reduced traction or tire failure.

Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure shown on the tires.

WARNING - Under/over inflated tires

Always check the tires for proper inflation before driving. Underinflated or overinflated tires can cause poor handling, loss of vehicle control, and sudden tire failure leading to accidents, injuries, and even death. For proper tire pressures, refer to “Tires and wheels” in section 8.

WARNING - Tire tread

Always check the tire tread before driving your vehicle. Worn-out tires can result in loss of vehicle control.Worn-out tires should be replaced as soon as possible. For further information and tread limits, refer to "Tires and wheels" in section 7.

Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil

High speed travel consumes more fuel than urban motoring. Do not forget to check both the engine coolant and engine oil.

Drive belt

A loose or damaged drive belt may result in overheating of the engine.

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. ...

Winter driving
Severe weather conditions in the winter result in greater wear and other problems. To minimize the problems of winter driving, you should follow these suggestions: ...

Other Information:

Cylinder Head: Components and Components Location
Components 1. Camshaft bearing cap2. Camshaft front bearing cap3. Exhaust camshaft4. Intake camshaft5. Exhaust CVVT assembly6. Intake CVVT assembly7. Exhaust camshaft upper bearing8. Exhaust cams ...

Front Wheel Transfer Assembly: Components and Components Location
Components Location 1. Automatic transaxle2. Transfer assembly3. Propeller shaft4. Coupling assembly5. Differential assembly ...

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