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 ...

Other Information:

Front Disc Brake: Repair procedures
Removal 1. Remove the front wheel & tire. Tightening torque: 88.3 ~107.9 N.m (9.0 ~11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 ~79.6 lb-ft) 2. Loosen the hose eyebolt (B) and caliper mounting bolts (C), then ...

Seat Heater Switch: Repair procedures
Inspection Driver / Assist seat 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the gear knob. Remove the floor console upper cover (A) using the appropriate tool. (Refer to BD g ...