Kia Sportage: Snowy or icy conditions / Snow tires
If you mount snow tires on your vehicle, make sure they are radial tires of the
same size and load range as the original tires. Mount snow tires on all four wheels
to balance your vehicle’s handling in all weather conditions. Keep in mind that
the traction provided by snow tires on dry roads may not be as high as your vehicle's
original equipment tires.You should drive cautiously even when the roads are clear.
Check with the tire dealer for maximum speed recommendations.
Do not install studded tires without first checking local, state and municipal
regulations for possible restrictions against their use.
WARNING - Snow tire size
Snow tires should be equivalent in size and type to the vehicle's standard
tires. Otherwise, the safety and handling of your vehicle may be adversely affected.
To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may be necessary to use snow tires or
to install tire chains on your tires. If snow tires are needed, it is necessary
to select tires equivalent in size and ...
Since the sidewalls of radial tires are thinner, they can be damaged by mounting
some types of snow chains on them. Therefore, the use of snow tires is recommended
instead of snow chains. Do not ...
Other information:
When driving
ESC should be turned on for daily driving whenever possible.
To turn ESC off while driving, press the ESC OFF button while driving
on a flat road surface.
WARNING - Operating ESC
Never press the ESC OFF button while ESC is operating (ESC indicator light
blinks).
If ESC i ...
These compartments can be used to store small items required by the driver or
passengers.
To avoid possible theft, do not leave valuables in the storage compartment.
Always keep the storage compartment covers closed while driving. Do not
attempt to place so many items in the storage compa ...