Kia Sportage: Carry emergency equipment

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Winter driving / Carry emergency equipment

Don'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 ...

Trailer towing

If you are considering towing with your vehicle, you should first check with your country's Department of Motor Vehicles to determine their legal requirements. Since laws vary the requirements ...

Other Information:

Smart key functions
Carrying the smart key, you may lock and unlock the vehicle doors (and tailgate). Also, you may start the engine. Refer to the following, for more details. Locking Pressing the button of the fro ...

Water pump: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Water Pump SymptomsPossible CausesRemedyCoolant leakage • From the bleed hole of the water pump Visually check • Check leaks after about ten-minute warming up. ...