Kia Sportage: Liftgate (for manual liftgate) / Closing the liftgate
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To close the liftgate, lower and push down the liftgate firmly. Make sure that
the liftgate is securely latched.
Make sure your hands, feet and other parts of your body are safely out of the
way before closing the liftgate.
WARNING - Exhaust fumes
Driving with the liftgate open is not advisable. Dangerous exhaust fumes can
enter the passenger compartment. If you must drive with the liftgate opened, keep
the air vents and all windows open so that additional outside air can enter.
WARNING - Rear cargo area
Occupants should never ride in the rear cargo area where no restraints are
available. Occupants should always be properly restrained.
The liftgate is locked or unlocked when all doors are locked or unlocked
with the key, transmitter (or smart key) or central door lock switch.
If unlocked, the liftgate can be opened by pres ...
Your vehicle is equipped with an emergency liftgate safety release lever located
on the bottom of the liftgate. When someone is inadvertently locked in the cargo
area, the liftgate can be opened ...
Other information:
To move the seat forward or backward:
1. Pull the seat slide adjustment lever up and hold it.
2. Slide the seat to the position you desire.
3. Release the lever and make sure the seat is locked in place.
Adjust the seat before driving, and make sure the seat is locked securely by
trying to m ...
The driver must be cautious in the below situations for the system may not assist
the driver and may not work properly.
- Curved roads, tollgates, etc.
- The surrounding of the sensor cover is dirty with rain, snow, mud, etc.
- The rear bumper near the sensor is covered or obstructed with forei ...