Kia Sportage: Special driving conditions / 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.
- Avoid sudden braking or steering.
- When braking with non-ABS brakes pump the brake pedal with a light up-and-down
motion until the vehicle is stopped. Do not pump the brake pedal on a vehicle
equipped with ABS.
- If stalled in snow, mud, or sand, use the second gear. Accelerate slowly
to avoid spinning the drive wheels.
- Use sand, rock salt, or other nonslip material under the drive wheels
to provide traction when stalled in ice, snow, or mud.
WARNING - Downshifting
Do not downshift with an automatic transaxle while driving on slippery surfaces.
The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid and result in an accident.
This multi-purpose passenger vehicle is defined as a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV).
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
SUV's have higher gr ...
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Description
The photo sensor is located at the center of the defrost nozzles.
The photo sensor contains a photovoltaic (sensitive to sunlight) diode. The
solar radiation received by its light receiving portion, generates an electromotive
force in proportion to the amount ...
All tire pressures (including the spare) should be checked when the tires are
cold. “Cold Tires” means the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours
or driven less than one mile (1.6 km).
Recommended pressures must be maintained for the best ride, top vehicle handling,
and mini ...