Kia Sportage: Tight corner brake effect

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Four wheel drive (4WD) / Tight corner brake effect

Four wheel drive (4WD)

Engine power can be delivered to all front and rear wheels for maximum traction. 4WD is useful when extra traction is required on road, such as, when driving on slippery, muddy, wet, or snow-cover ...

Four Wheel Drive (4WD) transfer mode selection

When the 4WD LOCK mode is deactivated, a shock may be felt as the drive power is delivered entirely to the front wheels. This shock is not a mechanical failure. CAUTION - Normal road conditio ...

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