Kia Sportage: 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 conditions
Do not drive on normal roads for prolonged periods of time with your vehicle locked in the 4WD mode. Driving on normal road with 4WD LOCK Mode (especially, when cornering) may cause mechanical noise or vibration which may damage your power train.
Tight corner brake effect
Tight corner brake effect is a unique characteristic of four-wheel drive vehicles
caused by the difference in tire rotation at the four wheels and the zero-degree
alignment of the front wheels and ...
For safe four-wheel drive operation
Do not try to drive in deep standing water or mud since such conditions
can stall your engine and clog your exhaust pipes. Do not drive down steep hills
since it requires extreme skill to mai ...
Other Information:
Water pump: Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.
Loosen the drain plug, and then drain the engine coolant. Remove the radiator cap to drain with speed.
2.
Remove the drive belt (A) after turning the drive belt ten ...
Defroster
CAUTION - Conductors
To prevent damage to the conductors bonded to the inside surface of the rear
window, never use sharp instruments or window cleaners containing abrasives to clean
the wind ...
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