Kia Sportage: Automatic transmission (Shift Lever)
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Depress the brake pedal and the
unlock button when shifting.
Press the unlock button when
shifting.
The shift lever can be shifted
freely
Automatic transmission operation
The automatic tra
Paddle shifter (if equipped)
The paddle shift function is available
when the shift lever is in the D (Drive)
position or the manual mode.
With the shift lever in the D position
Pull the [+] o
Never move the shift lever f r om P
(Park) or N (Neutral) to any other
position with the accelerator pedal
depressed.
Never move the shift lever into P
(Park) when the vehicle is in motio
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Your vehicle will need service more
often when you regularly pull a trailer.
Important items to pay particular attention
to include engine oil, axle lubricant
and cooling system fluid. Brake condition
is another important item to frequently
check. Each item is covered in
this manual, and th
Panoramic sunroof (if equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with a sunroof,
you can slide or tilt your sunroof
with the sunroof switch located on the
overhead console.
The sunroof can only be operated when
the ignition switch or ENGINE START/
STOP button is in the ON or START position.