Kia Sportage: Gauges / Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
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This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant when the ignition
switch or Engine Start/Stop button is ON.
If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the "H" position,
it indicates overheating that may damage the engine.
Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. If your vehicle overheats,
refer to “If the Engine Overheats” in chapter 7.
WARNING - Hot radiator
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. The engine coolant is
under pressure and could cause severe burns. Wait until the engine is cool before
adding coolant to the reservoir.
The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute
(rpm).
Use the tachometer to select the correct shift points and to prevent lugging
and/or over-revving the engi ...
This gauge indicates the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.
✽ NOTICE
The fuel tank capacity is given in chapter 9.
The fuel gauge is supplemented by a low fuel warning l ...
Other information:
Switching the Front Fog Lamps On or Off
Only switch the front fog lamps on during
reduced visibility.
You can switch the front fog lamps on if any
of the following occur:
You set the lighting control to the parking
lamps position.
You set the lighting control to the
headlamps position.
You ...
General Hints
Note: Prolonged use of recirculated air may
cause the windows to fog up.
Note: You may feel a small amount of air
from the footwell air vents regardless of the
air distribution setting.
Note: To reduce humidity build-up inside
your vehicle, do not drive with the system
switched of ...