Kia Sportage: Daytime Running Light (DRL)
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) can
make it easier for others to see the front
of your vehicle during the day.
The DRL can be helpful in many different
driving conditions, and it is especially
helpful after dawn and before sunset.
The DRL will turn the dedicated lamp
OFF when:
- The headlamps are ON.
- The vehicle is off.
- The front fog light is on. (if equipped)
- Engaging the parking brake.
Lighting control
The light switch has a headlamp and a
position lamp position.
![Lighting control](images/books/1538/19/index.50.jpg)
To operate the lights, turn the knob at
the end of the control lever to one of the
following positions:
- OFF position
- Auto light position
- Position & Taillamp
- Headlamp position
Position & Taillamp ![](images/books/1538/19/index.51.gif)
![Position & Taillamp](images/books/1538/19/index.52.jpg)
When the light switch is in the position
lamp position, the front position lamp,
taillamp, and the license plate lamp will
turn ON.
Headlamp (Low Beam) ![](images/books/1538/19/index.53.gif)
![Headlamp (Low Beam)](images/books/1538/19/index.54.jpg)
When the light switch is in the headlamp
position, headlamp (low beam), tail,
license light will turn ON.
NOTICE
The ignition switch or ENGINE START/
STOP button must be in the ON position
to turn on the headlamps.
Auto light
![Auto light](images/books/1538/19/index.55.jpg)
When the light switch is in the AUTO
light position, the taillamps and headlamps
will turn ON or OFF automatically
depending on the amount of light outside
the vehicle.
CAUTION
- Never place anything over the sensor
(1) located on the instrument panel as
this will ensure better auto-light system
control.
- Don't clean the sensor using a window
cleaner, the cleaner may leave a light
film which could interfere with sensor
operation.
- If your vehicle has window tint or
other types of metallic coating on the
front windshield, the Auto light system
may not work properly.
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Operating high beam
To turn on the high beam headlamp:
Push the lever away from you.
The lever will return to its original
position.
The high beam indicator will light
when the hea
Operating front fog light (if equipped)
Fog lights are designed to provide
improved visibility when visibility is poor
due to fog, rain or snow, etc.
The fog lights will turn on when the fog
A: Vehicle Settings
Lights
High Beam Assist
With the ENGINE START/STOP button in
the ON position, select 'Lights ? High
Beam Assist' from the Settings menu to
turn on High
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NOTICE
All Wheel Drive
The conditions of on-road or off-road
that demand All Wheel Drive mean all
functions of your vehicle are exposed to
extreme stress than under normal road
conditions. Slow down and be ready for
changes in the composition and traction
of the surface under your tires. If
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