Kia Sportage: Driving your vehicle / Key positions

Before driving

Before entering vehicle Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean. Check the condition of the tires. Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks. Be sure th ...

Illuminated ignition switch

Whenever a front door is opened, the ignition switch will illuminate for your convenience, provided the ignition switch is not in the ON position. The light will go off immediately when the igni ...

Other information:

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Clutch & Brake Components and components location

Component Location 1. Overdrive Clutch (OD/C) 2. One-way Clutch (OWC) 3. Low & Reverse Brake (LR/B) 4. Underdrive Brake (UD/B) 5. 26 Brake(26/B) 6. 35R Clutch (35R/C) 7. Damper Clutch (D/C) ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Adjusting the height up and down

To raise the headrest, pull it up to the desired position (1). To lower the headrest, push and hold the release button (2) on the headrest support and lower the headrest to the desired position (3). CAUTION Excessive pulling or pushing may damage the headrest. ✽ NOTICE If you recline t ...