2020 KIA SPORTAGE power train

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Driving your vehicle
Automatic transmission opera-
tion
The automatic transmission has 6
forward speeds and one reverse
speed. The individual speeds are
selected automatically, depending on
the position of the shift lever.
✽ ✽NOTICE
The first few shifts on a new vehicle,
if the battery has been disconnected,
may be somewhat abrupt. This is a
normal condition, and the shifting
sequence will adjust after shifts are
cycled a few times by the TCM
(Transmission Control Module) or
PCM (Powertrain Control Module).
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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+ +
+ +


( (
( (
U U
U U
P P
P P
) )
) )
- -
- -


( (
( (
D D
D D
O O
O O
W W
W W
N N
N N
) )
) )
The shift lever can be shifted freely. Press the lock release button when shifting. Depress the brake pedal and the lock release button when shifting.

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Driving your vehicle
This mode is used for climbing or descending sharp grades,off-road driving, driving on sandy and muddy roads, etc., to
maximize traction.
This mode automatically begins to deactivate at speeds above 60 km/h (38 mph) and is shifted to AWD AUTO mode
at speed above 60 km/h (38 mph). If the vehicle decelerates
to speeds below 60 km/h (38 mph), however, the transfer
mode is shifted into AWD LOCK mode again.
AWD AUTO
(AWD LOCK is deactivated)
(Indicator light isnot illuminated)
✽ ✽ NOTICE
• When driving on normal roads, deactivate the AWD LOCK mode by pushing the AWD LOCK button (the indi-
cator light goes off). Driving on normal roads with AWD LOCK mode(especially, when cornering) may cause
mechanical noise or vibration. The noise and vibration will disappear when the AWD LOCK mode is deactivat-
ed. Some parts of the power train may be damaged by prolonged driving with the noise and vibration.
• When the AWD LOCK mode is deactivated, a shock may be felt as the drive power is delivered entirely to the front wheels. This shock is not a mechanical failure.
All Wheel Drive (AWD) transfer mode selection
Transfer mode Selection button Indicator light Description
When driving in AWD AUTO mode, the vehicle operates sim-
ilar to conventional FWD vehicles under normal operating
conditions. However, if the system determines that there is a
need for the AWD mode, the engine’s driving power is dis-
tributed to all four wheels automatically without driver inter-
vention.
When driving on normal roads and pavement, the vehicle moves similar to conventional FWD vehicles.
AWD LOCK
(Indicator light is illuminated)

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What to do in an emergency
3. Install the towing hook by turning itclockwise into the hole until it is
fully secured.
4. Remove the towing hook and install the cover after use.Emergency towing
If towing is necessary, we recom-
mend you to have it done by an
authorized Kia dealer or a com-
mercial tow truck service. If towing service is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or
chain secured to the emergency tow-
ing hook under the front (or rear) of
the vehicle. Use extreme caution
when towing the vehicle. A driver
must be in the vehicle to steer it and
operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done
only on hard-surfaced roads for a
short distance and at low speed.
Also, the wheels, axles, power train,
steering and brakes must all be in
good condition.
Do not use the tow hooks to pull a
vehicle out of mud, sand or other
conditions from which the vehicle
cannot be driven out under its own
power.
Avoid towing a vehicle heavier than the vehicle doing the towing.
The drivers of both vehicles should communicate with each other fre-
quently.
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OQL068020N
■Front
■ Rear

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Specification & Consumer information
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality.
The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
LubricantVolumeClassification
Engine oil *
1*2
(drain and refill)
Recommends Theta II 2.4 L GDI4.8 L (5.07 US qt.) SAE 5W-20 / API Latest(ILSAC Latest)
Theta II 2.0 L T-GDI
4.8 L (5.07 US qt.) SAE 5W-30 ACEA A5 or SAE 0W-30 ACEA C2 / API
Latest (ILSAC Latetst)
Automatic transmission
fluid Theta II 2.4 L GDI
6.7 L (7.01 US qt.)
- ATF SP-IV
• The list of transmission fluid approved by KIA: SK ATF
SP-IV, MICHANG ATF SP-IV, NOCA ATF SP-IV
Theta II 2.0 L T-GDI
7.8 L (8.24 US qt.) - ATF SP-IV
SK ATF
SP-IV, MICHANG ATF SP-IV, NOCA ATF SP-IV
Coolant Theta II 2.4 L GDI
7.8 L (8.24 US qt.)
Mixture of antifreeze and water
(Ethylene-glycol with phosphate based coolant for cooling
device)
Theta II 2.0 L
T-GDI
7.2 L (7.61 US qt.)
Brake fluid
385 ± 20 cc
(0.401 ± 0.021 US qt.) DOT 3 or DOT 4

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Index
Rear/side detecting sensors ......................................5-127
System setting and activation ..................................5-121
System setting and activation ..................................5-124
Brake fluid ....................................................................7-33\
Checking the brake fluid level ....................................7-33
Brake system..................................................................5-31 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................5-45
Auto hold ....................................................................5-41\
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) ................................5-34
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............................5-47
Good braking practices ..............................................5-53
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) ..................................5-52
Parking brake – Foot type ..........................................5-33
Power brakes ..............................................................5-31
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)........................5-51
Warning messages ......................................................5-43
Bulb wattage ....................................................................8-3
Checking fluid levels ....................................................7-26
Child restraint system (CRS) ........................................3-34 Children Always in the Rear ......................................3-34
Installing a Child Restraint System (CRS) ................3-38
Selecting a Child Restraint System (CRS) ................3-35
Clean air ......................................................................4-\
170
Climate control air filter ................................................7-38 Filter inspection ..........................................................7-38 Cruise Control system ..................................................5-84
To cancel cruise control, do one of the following ......5-86
To decrease the cruising speed ..................................5-86
To increase cruise control set speed ..........................5-85
To resume cruising speed at more than approximately 30 km/h (20 mph) ....................................................5-87
To set cruise control speed..........................................5-85
To temporarily accelerate with the cruise control on ..5-86
To turn cruise control off, do one of the following ....5-87
Declaration of Conformity ..........................................4-193 IC ........................................................................\
......4-193
Defroster ......................................................................4-\
143 Rear window defroster ..............................................4-143
Dimensions ......................................................................8-\
2
Door locks......................................................................4-\
23 Child-protector rear door lock ....................................4-27
Impact sensing door unlock system ............................4-26
Operating door locks from inside the vehicle ............4-24
Operating door locks from outside the vehicle ..........4-23
Drive mode integrated control system ........................5-109 Drive mode................................................................5-109
Driver Attention Warning (DAW)................................5-136 Resetting the system ................................................5-138
System malfunction ..................................................5-138
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Index
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Technical data ............................................................6-32
Using the Tire Mobility Kit ........................................6-28
Important safety precautions ..........................................3-2 Air bag hazards ............................................................3-2
Always wear your seat belt ..........................................3-2
Control your speed ........................................................3-3
Driver distraction ..........................................................3-2
Keep your vehicle in safe condition ............................3-3
Restrain all children ......................................................3-2
In case of an emergency while driving ............................6-3 If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing ..............6-3
If the engine stalls while driving ..................................6-3
If you have a flat tire while driving ..............................6-3
Instrument cluster ..........................................................4-80 Gauges ........................................................................\
4-82
Instrument cluster control ..........................................4-81
LCD display control ..................................................4-81
Transmission shift indicator........................................4-85
Instrument panel overview ..............................................2-5
Interior features............................................................4-174 Air ventilation seat ....................................................4-176
Bottle holder ............................................................4-174
Cargo security screen ................................................4-184
Coat hook ..................................................................4-182
Cup holder ................................................................4-174
Floor mat anchor (s)..................................................\
4-183
Luggage net holder ..................................................4-183
Power outlet ..............................................................4-177 Seat warmer ..............................................................4-175
Sunvisor ....................................................................4-17\
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USB charger ..............................................................4-178
Wireless smart phone charging system ....................4-179
Interior lights ..............................................................4-139 Automatic turn off function ......................................4-139
Glove box lamp ........................................................4-141
Liftgate room lamp ..................................................4-141
Map lamp ..................................................................4-140
Room lamp ................................................................4-139
Vanity mirror lamp ....................................................4-141
Interior overview..............................................................2-4
Key positions ..................................................................5-7 Ignition switch position ................................................5-7
Illuminated ignition switch ..........................................5-7
Starting the engine ........................................................5-9
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) system ............................5-111 LKA malfunction ......................................................5-116
LKA operation ..........................................................5-113
LKA system function change ..................................5-117
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Index
Seat belts ........................................................................\
3-20Care of seat belts ........................................................3-33
Pre-tensioner seat belt ................................................3-28
Seat belt precautions ..................................................3-31
Seat belt restraint system ............................................3-20
Smart cruise control with Stop & Go system ................5-88 Limitations of the system..........................................5-102\
Smart Cruise Control cancelled ..................................5-94
Smart Cruise Control speed ........................................5-90
Smart cruise control switch ........................................5-90
To adjust the sensitivity of smart cruise control ......5-101
To convert to cruise control mode ............................5-102
Vehicle to vehicle distance setting ..............................5-95
When the lane ahead is clear ......................................5-96
When there is a vehicle ahead of you in your lane ....5-97
Smart key ......................................................................4-\
12 Battery replacement ....................................................4-17
Loss of the smart key ..................................................4-16
Record your key number ............................................4-12
Smart key function ......................................................4-12
Smart key immobilizer system ..................................4-18
Smart key precautions ................................................4-16
Steering wheel ..............................................................4-58 Electronic Power Steering (EPS) ................................4-58
Heated steering wheel ................................................4-60
Horn ........................................................................\
....4-61
Tilt and telescopic steering ........................................4-59 Storage compartments ................................................4-171
Center console storage ..............................................4-171
Glove box ..................................................................4-171
Luggage box.............................................................\
.4-172
Sunglass holder ........................................................4-172
Two types of luggage board levels ..........................4-173
Theft-alarm system ........................................................4-20 Armed stage ................................................................4-20
Disarmed stage ............................................................4-21
Theft-alarm stage ........................................................4-21
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ......................6-8 Changing a tire with TPMS ........................................6-12
Check tire pressure.....................................................\
...6-8
Low tire pressure position telltale ..............................6-10
Low tire pressure telltale ............................................6-10
Tire specification and pressure label ............................8-12
Tires and wheels ....................................................7-46, 8-5 All season tires ............................................................7-58
Checking tire inflation pressure ..................................7-47
Low aspect ratio tire ..................................................7-59
Radial-ply tires ............................................................7-59
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures................7-46
Snow tires....................................................................7-58\
Summer tires ..............................................................7-58
Tire care ......................................................................7-\
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