Kia Sportage: Instrument cluster
1. Tachometer 2. Turn signal indicators 3. Speedometer 4.Warning and indicator lights 5. Shift position indicator (Automatic transaxle only) 6. Odometer 7. Tripmeter/Trip computer (if equipped) 8. Fuel gauge
Electronic stability control
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) monitors information from various vehicle sensors and then compares the driver's commands with the actual behavior of the vehicle. If an unstable condi ...Gauges
Speedometer The speedometer indicates the forward speed of the vehicle. Tachometer The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute (rpm). Use the tachometer to sel ...See also:
Brakes and clutch
Checking brake/clutch fluid level Check the fluid level in the reservoir periodically.
The fluid level should be between MAX and MIN marks on the side of the reservoir.
Before removing the reser ...
Trailer towing
When towing a trailer and driving downhill, shift to the lower gear if
the automatic transmission constantly shifts between two gears.
Engaging a lower gear and reducing the speed reduces the ...
To Play a CD
To play CDs, the ignition switch
must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or
ON (II) position.
You operate the CD changer with
the same controls used for the indash
disc player or the radio. To
select ...