Kia Sportage: Special driving conditions

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Special driving conditions

Economical operation

Your vehicle's fuel economy depends mainly on your style of driving, where you drive and when you drive. Each of these factors affects how many kilometers (miles) you can get from a liter (ga ...

Hazardous driving conditions

When hazardous driving conditions are encountered such as water, snow, ice, mud, sand, or similar hazards, follow these suggestions: Drive cautiously and allow extra distance for braking. Avoi ...

Other Information:

For best battery service
Keep the battery securely mounted. Keep the battery top clean and dry. Keep the terminals and connections clean, tight, and coated with petroleum jelly or terminal grease. Rinse any spille ...

ETC (Electronic Throttle Control) System: Troubleshooting
Fail-Safe Mode ItemFail-SafeETC MotorThrottle valve stuck at 5°TPSTPS 1 faultECM looks at TPS2TPS 2 faultECM looks at TPS1TPS 1,2 faultThrottle valve stuck at 5°APSAPS 1 faultECM looks at APS 2 ...