Kia Sportage: Auto door lock/unlock feature (Automatic transaxle, if equipped)

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Features of your vehicle / Door locks / Auto door lock/unlock feature (Automatic transaxle, if equipped)

Impact sensing door unlock system

In the event of air bag deployment resulting from a vehicle impact, all doors will automatically unlock. ...

Speed sensing door lock system (Manual transaxle, if equipped)

All doors will automatically lock after the vehicle speed exceeds about 15 km (9 mph). All doors will automatically unlock when the engine is shut off and the ignition key is removed. An ...

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Specifications
Specifications ItemsBulb Wattage (W)Front(General)Head lamp (High/Low)55/55Front turn signal lamp28Front position lamp8 or LEDFront fog lamp27Turn signal lamp (Door mirror)LEDRearRear stop lamp ( ...

How does the air bag system operate
Air bags are activated (able to inflate if necessary) only when the ignition switch is turned to the ON or START position. Air bags inflate instantly in the event of a serious frontal collisio ...