Kia Sportage: Opening the fuel filler lid
The fuel filler lid must be opened from inside the vehicle by pulling up the fuel filler lid opener.
If the fuel filler lid does not open because ice has formed around it, tap lightly or push on the lid to break the ice and release the lid. Do not pry on the lid. If necessary, spray around the lid with an approved de-icer fluid (do not use radiator anti-freeze) or move the vehicle to a warm place and allow the ice to melt.

1.Stop the engine.
2.To open the fuel filler lid, pull up the fuel filler lid opener.
3.Pull open the fuel filler lid (1).
4.To remove the cap, turn the fuel filler cap (2) counterclockwise.
5.Refuel as needed.
Fuel filler lid
Closing the fuel filler lidDon't let ice and snow accumulate underneath
Under some conditions, snow and ice can build up under the fenders and interfere
with the steering. When driving in severe winter conditions where this may happen,
you should periodically check un ...
Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module: Description and Operation
Description
The passenger airbag (PAB) is installed inside the crash pad
and protects the front passenger in the event of a frontal crash. The
SRSCM determines if and when to deploy the PAB.
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