Kia Sportage: Good driving practices / Moving up a steep grade from a standing start
To move up a steep grade from a standing start, depress the brake pedal, shift
the shift lever to D (Drive). Select the appropriate gear depending on load weight
and steepness of the grade, and release the parking brake. Depress the accelerator
gradually while releasing the service brakes.
When accelerating from a stop on a steep hill, the vehicle may have a tendency
to roll backwards. Shifting the shift lever into 2 (Second Gear) will help prevent
the vehicle from rolling backwards.
Never move the gear shift lever from P (Park) to any other position with
the accelerator pedal depressed.
Never move the gear shift lever into P (Park) when the vehicle is in motion.
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Engine power can be delivered to all front and rear wheels for maximum traction.
AWD is useful when extra traction is required on road, such as, when driving on
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Other information:
Removal and Installation
Engine Room Under Cover
1.
Remove the engine room under cover (A).
Tightening torque :
7.8 - 11.8 N·m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf·m, 5.7 - 8.6 lb·ft)
2.
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Component Location
Front Seat Heater
1. Seat heater unit (Assist seat
only)
2. Front seat back heater
3. Front seat cushion heater
Front Seat Heater (Air Ventilation)
1. Air ventilation seat unit
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