Kia Sportage: OFF mode
Press the front blower OFF button to turn off the front air climate control system. However, you can still operate the mode and air intake buttons as long as the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Air conditioning
Windshield defrosting and defoggingESC OFF usage
When driving
It’s a good idea to keep the ESC turned on for daily driving whenever possible.
To turn ESC off while driving, press the ESC OFF button while driving on
a flat road surface.
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Shift pattern indicator
This indicator displays which automatic transaxle shift position is selected. ...