55†LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER | *IF EQUIPPEDALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER ’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS
CENTER PANEL
CENTERPANEL
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
All Wheel Drive System and AWD Lock Video
QR CODEDownhill Brake Control (DBC)†5AWD (All-Wheel Drive) Lock*
DBC helps drivers maneuver down steep hills by automatically applying braking inputs, allowing drivers to concentrate on steering
Press button A to turn DBC ON/OFF When on, the DBC indicator will illuminate
When you select AWD LOCK mode (indicator is illuminated) by pressing the AWD LOCK button B, the AWD LOCK mode increases the drive power when driving on wet pavement, snow-covered roads and/or on unpaved roads
•This mode is used for climbing or descending sharp grades, driving on unpaved roads, driving on sandy and muddy roads, etc , to improve traction
•This mode automatically begins to deactivate at speeds above 38 mph and
is shifted to AWD AUTO mode at speeds above 38 mph If the vehicle decelerates to speeds below approximately 38 mph, however, the transfer mode is shifted into AWD LOCK mode again
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
The DBC system is a supplemental system and does not replace the need for the driver to apply the brakes Pay at tention to road and traf fic conditions and be prepared to depress the brakes
Refer to section 6 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
REMINDER: DBC defaults to OFF when ignition is cycled
•When on, DBC will turn OFF when vehicle speed is over 38 mph
•If the indicator illuminates red, the DBC system may have malfunctioned Take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked
QUICK TIPS
AUTO
HOLDEV
HEV
DRIVE MODE(Center Console)A
B
The AWD system is a supplemental system only It is the driver ’s responsibilit y to drive carefully depending on road and traf fic conditions
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
56†LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER | *IF EQUIPPEDSPORTAGE HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
CENTER PANEL
CENTERPANEL
(But tons located to the right of gear shift)
Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats*†1 4
A Seat Warmers:
• Press button once for high setting (3 LEDs lit)
• Press button twice for medium setting (2 LEDs lit)
• Press a third time for low setting (1 LED lit) and again to turn OFF
B Ventilated Seats*:
• Press button once for high setting (3 LEDs lit)
• Press button twice for medium setting (2 LEDs lit)
• Press a third time for low setting (1 LED lit) and again to turn OFFRefer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Seat Warmers/Ventilated Seats Video
QR CODE
REMINDER: Use extreme caution when using the seat warmers to avoid burns
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
•System is OFF by default To turn system ON, press the seat warmer switch
•With the seat warmer switch in the ON position, the heating system in the seat turns off or on automatically depending on the seat temperature
•When the Climate Control System’s temperature is turned up to high heat, the Seat Warmers turn on automatically
•When manually turned on, the seat warmer system automatically controls the seat temperature to help prevent low-temperature burns When manually adjusted to increase heat, soon after, the seat warmer returns to the automatic function
•When pressing and holding the seat warmer but tons, the seat warmer will turn off
QUICK TIPS
(Center Console)AA
BB