Kia Sportage: Special driving conditions / Driving in flooded areas

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2019) Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Special driving conditions / Driving in flooded areas

Avoid driving through flooded areas unless you are sure the water is no higher than the bottom of the wheel hub. Drive through any water slowly. Allow adequate stopping distance because brake performance may be affected.

After driving through water, dry the brakes by gently applying them several times while the vehicle is moving slowly.

Driving in the rain

Rain and wet roads can make driving dangerous, especially if you’re not prepared for the slick pavement. Here are a few things to consider when driving in the rain: A heavy rainfall will mak ...

Driving off-road

Drive carefully off-road because your vehicle may be damaged by rocks or roots of trees. Become familiar with the off-road conditions where you are going to drive before you begin driving. ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2019) Owners Manual: Fuel filler lid

Opening the fuel filler lid 1. To open the fuel filler lid, press the 3 o`clock position edge of the fuel filler lid. ✽ NOTICE The fuel filler lid will open when driver door is unlocked. 2. Pull the fuel filler lid (1) out to fully open. 3. To remove the fuel tank cap (2), turn it count ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2019) Owners Manual: Low Tire Pressure Warning Light

This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position. - It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated. This warning light remains on after blinkin ...