Kia Sportage: Tailgate

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Features of your vehicle / Tailgate

Child-protector rear door lock

The child safety lock is provided to help prevent children from accidentally opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. The rear door safety locks should be used whenever children are in th ...

Opening the tailgate

The tailgate is locked or unlocked when all doors are locked or unlocked with the key, transmitter (or smart key) or central door lock switch. If unlocked, the tailgate can be opened by pres ...

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Underdrive Brake Control Solenoid Valve(UD/B_VFS): Description and Operation
Description Underdrive brake control solenoid valve(UD/B) is attached to the valve body. This variable force solenoid valve directly controls the hydraulic pressure inside the underdrive brake. ...

Cruise Control Switch: Repair procedures
Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery (-) terminal. Tightening torque: Without battery sensor : 7.8 ~ 9.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.0kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 7.2lb-ft) With battery sensor : 4.0 ~ 6.0N ...