2008 KIA Sportage Owner's Manual

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3. Release the TILT UP button.
4. Press and hold the TILT UP button
once again until the sunroof has
returned to the original position of
TILT UP after it is raised a little
higher than the maximum TILT UP
position.
When this is complete, the sunroof
system is reset.
To keep items from shifting in the
cargo area, you can use the four
rings located in the cargo area to
attach the luggage net.✽
NOTICE
Do not put fragile, bulky or an
excessive quantity of items into lug-
gage net. They could be damaged.
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LUGGAGE NET (IF EQUIPPED)
CAUTION
To a v oid eye injury, DO NOT
overstretch the netting, allowing
it to possibly snap back into
your face.
DO NOT use the luggage net
when the strap has visible signs
of wear or damage.

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Use the tonneau cover to hide items
stored in the cargo area.• To use the front shade of the ton-
neau cover, pull the hook forward
and hang the hook on the headrest
pole.
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NOTICE
When folding the rear seatback for-
ward, remove the hook from the
headrest pole. Otherwise, the front
shade of the tonneau cover may be
damaged or malformed.
• To use the rear shade of the ton-
neau cover, pull the handle back-
ward and insert the edges into the
slots.When not in use, place the tonneau
cover on the lower portion of cargo
area.
TONNEAU COVER (IF EQUIPPED)
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NOTICE
Since the tonneau cover may be
damaged or malformed, do not put
the luggage on it when it is used.CAUTION
• Do not place objects on the
tonneau cover.Such objects
may be thrown about inside
the vehicle and possibly injure
vehicle occupants during an
accident or when braking.
• Never allow anyone to ride in
the luggage compartment.It is
designed for luggage only.
•Maintain the balance of the
vehicle and locate the weight
as far forward as possible.

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The luggage center box is located
under the floor in cargo area. You can
place a first aid kit, a reflector trian-
gle, tools, etc. in the box for easy
access.1. Grasp the handle on the edge of
the cover and lift it.2. Detach the hook from the cover
and hang the hook on the weather
strip.
When not in use, hang the hook on
the bottom of the cover.
LUGGAGE CENTER BOX
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If the vehicle has a roof rack, you can
load things on top of your vehicle.
Crossrails and fixing components to
adapt the roof rack on your vehicle
may be obtained from an authorized
Kia dealer.
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NOTICE
• If the vehicle has a sunroof, do not
position the roof rack loads so that
they could interfere with the sun-
roof.
• Loading cargo or luggage above
specification on the roof rack may
damage your vehicle.
ROOF RACK (IF EQUIPPED)
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CAUTION
• The following specification is
maximum weight when load-
ing cargo or luggage.
When you carry large objects,
never let them hang over the
rear or the sides of your vehi-
cle.
• To prevent damage or loss of
cargo as you are driving,
check frequently to make sure
the luggage carrier and cargo
are still securely fastened.
•Always drive your vehicle at a
moderate speed.
• Loading cargo or luggage
over specification on the roof
rack may damage the stability
of your vehicle.
ROOF 45 kg (100 lbs.)
RACK EVENLY DISTRIBUTED

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Roof type antenna
If your vehicle has an audio system,
an amplifying antenna is installed in
your vehicle.
This antenna can be removed from
the vehicle when you wash your
vehicle.
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NOTICE
• Be sure to remove the antenna
before washing the car in an auto-
matic car wash or it may be dam-
aged.
• When reinstalling your antenna,
it is important that it is fully tight-
ened to ensure proper reception.
ANTENNA
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Type AType B

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9Ignition switch / 4-2
Starting the engine / 4-4
Manual transaxle / 4-5
Automatic transaxle / 4-6
Four wheel drive (4WD) / 4-12
Brake system / 4-18
Steering wheel / 4-25
Cruise control system / 4-28
Traction control system / 4-33
Electronic stability control / 4-36
Instrument cluster / 4-39
Gauges / 4-40
Warnings and indicators / 4-46
Compass / 4-54
Lighting / 4-57
Wipers and washers / 4-61
Defroster / 4-64
Hazard warning flasher / 4-65
Manual climate control system / 4-66
Automatic climate control system / 4-75
Windshield defrosting and defogging / 4-88
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Illuminated ignition switch
(if equipped)
Whenever a door is opened, the igni-
tion switch will be illuminated for your
convenience, provided the ignition
switch is not in the ON position. The
light will go off approximately 10 sec-
onds after closing the door or when
the ignition switch is turned on.
Ignition switch and anti-theft
steering column lock
Ignition switch position
LOCK
The steering wheel locks to protect
against theft. The ignition key can be
removed only in the LOCK position.
When turning the ignition switch to
the LOCK position, push the key
inward at the ACC position (Type A)
and turn the key toward the LOCK
position.
ACC (Accessory)
The steering wheel is unlocked and
electrical accessories are operative.
ON
The warning lights can be checked
before the engine is started. This is
the normal running position after the
engine is started.
Do not leave the ignition switch ON if
the engine is not running to prevent
battery discharge.
IGNITION SWITCH
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Type A
Type B