lock KIA SPORTAGE PHEV 2023 Features and Functions Guide
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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
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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
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SEATING
SPORTAGE HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
SEATING
Front Seat Headrest Adjustment†7
To raise headrest — Pull headrest up to the desired position
To lower headrest — Press lock E, then press the headrest down
Refer to section 3 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
E
REMINDERS:
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The headrest only moves up and down as described above It does not adjust for ward or backward
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Do not operate the vehicle with the headrests removed Headrests can provide critical neck and head suppor t in an accident
•But ton may be hard to see if headrest is in its lowest position
For easy adjustments, hold a headrest post with one hand while using the other hand to pull the headrest from underneath
QUICK TIPS
6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat*†1 2
•Pull lever A to slide seat forward/backward
•Pull lever B up several times to raise Seat Height
•Push lever B down several times to lower Seat Height
•Pull lever C to adjust seatback recline
•Press D to adjust lumbar support
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DWhen adjusting seat for ward or backward, ensure seat clicks or locks into place before driving vehicle
QUICK TIPS
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Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat Video
QR CODE
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SEATING
SEATING
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Door Monitoring†1 0
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Door Monitoring can help alert the driver when a rear passenger may be left in the vehicle The alert will be a message on the Instrument Cluster LCD stating to “Check rear seats” A and an alert will sound
The factory default is set to OFF To turn the system ON or OFF, go to Vehicle Settings on the Infotainment System, by selecting VEHICLE, then select Convenience, then Rear Occupant Alert and check/uncheck the box
REMINDERS:
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Always be sure to check the passenger areas before leaving the vehicle
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ROA uses a rear door opened/closed histor y, which is reset after the driver turns the vehicle off, exits the vehicle and locks the door remotely So even if a rear door does not reopen, Rear Occupant Aler t (ROA) aler t can occur
(Message on Cluster Display)
When engaged, Rear Occupant Aler t is not a substitute for one’s at tention and may not detect all movement within the vehicle Always check the vehicle interior when exiting the vehicle See section 6 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
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QR CODE
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Door Monitoring video
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For illustrative purposes only Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
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SEATING
SPORTAGE HYBRID / PLUG-IN HYBRID FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
SEATING
Unfastening Center Seat Belt
1 If Seat Belt is buckled, press the release button
on the buckle
2 To retract the 2nd-Row Center Seatbelt C into
the headliner, press the “release button” on the
buckle by inserting the seat belt tongue plate D
in the small slot on the center buckle E
REMINDER: The lever must return to its original position for the Seatback to lock
Reclining/Folding Rear Seats†1 2
(Seat type with lever in front)
To recline the Rear Seatback:
1 Pull lever A up to unlock seat
2 Holding the lever A up, adjust Seatback to desired position B
3 Release the lever A and ensure the Seatback is locked in place
To fold the Rear Seatback:
1
Set the front seatback in the most upright position and if needed, slide the seat forward
2
Lower the headrest to the lowest position
3
Insert the rear seat belt buckle into the pocket between the rear seatback and cushion Insert the seatbelt webbing in the guide
4
Lift seatback folding lever A up to unlock seat
5 Fold Seatback flat
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2nd-Row Seats Video
Unfastening Center Seat Belt Video
QR CODE
AA
B
C
DE
When adjusting seat for ward or backward, ensure seat clicks or locks into place before driving the vehicle
QUICK TIPS
Refer to section 3 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information