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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Fuel Pressure Control Valve: Repair procedures
Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable. 2. Disconnect the fuel pressure regulator valve connector. 3. Measure resistance between the fuel ...

Operation of the Back up warning system
Operating condition This system will activate when backing up with the ignition switch ON. If the vehicle is moving at a speed over 10 km/h (6 mph), the system may not be activated correctl ...