Kia Sportage: Temperature control
The temperature control knob allows
you to control the temperature of the air
flowing from the ventilation system.
![Temperature control](images/books/1538/19/index.10.jpg)
To change the air temperature in the
passenger compartment, turn the knob
to the right for warm and hot air or to
the left for cooler air.
NOTICE
When starting the vehicle in cold
weather a more efficient way to heat the
passenger compartment is to do the following.
- Turn off or lower the blower, right
after starting the engine.
- Engine temperature is still low and the
air flow from the heater is still cold.
- After a few minutes of engine warm
up, turn on or set the fan to a higher
level and adjust the temperature setting
to hot.
Controlling air intake
The air intake control is used to select
the outside (fresh) air position or recirculated
air position.
![Without outside air position button](images/books/1538/19/index.11.jpg)
Without outside air position button
To change the air intake control position.
- Push the desired control button
Recirculated air position
The indicator light on the
button
illuminates when the recirculated
air position is
selected.
With the recirculated air position
selected, air from the passenger compartment
will be drawn through the
heating system and heated or cooled
according to the function selected.
Outside (fresh) air position
The
indicator light on the button
will turn off when the outside
(fresh) air position is
selected.
With the outside (fresh) air position
selected, air enters the vehicle from outside
and is heated or cooled according
to the function selected.
NOTICE
Prolonged operation of the heater in the
recirculated air position (without air conditioning
selected) may cause fogging of
the windshield and side windows, and
the air within the passenger compartment
may become stale.
In addition, prolonged use of the air conditioning
with the recirculated air position
selected will result in excessively dry
air in the passenger compartment
WARNING
- Continuously using the climate control
system in the recirculated air position
may allow humidity to increase inside
the vehicle, which may fog the glass
and obscure visibility.
- Do not sleep in a vehicle with the air
conditioning or heating system on. It
may cause serious harm or death due
to a drop in the oxygen level and/or
body temperature.
- Continuously using the climate control
system in the recirculated air position
can cause drowsiness or sleepiness,
and loss of vehicle control. Set the air
intake control to the outside (fresh) air
position as much as possible while
driving.
Controlling fan speed
The fan speed control knob allows you
to control the fan speed of the air flowing
from the ventilation system.
The ENGINE START/STOP button must
be in the ON position for fan operation.
To change the fan speed:
- Turn it right for higher speed, or turn
it left for lower speed.
![](images/books/1538/19/index.14.jpg)
Turning off the blowers
To turn off the blowers:
- Turn the fan speed control knob to
the "0" position.
![](images/books/1538/19/index.15.jpg)
Air conditioning (A/C)
![Air conditioning (A/C)](images/books/1538/19/index.16.jpg)
- Press the A/C button to turn the air
conditioning system on (indicator light
will illuminate).
- Press the button again to turn the air
conditioning system off.
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The automatic climate control system uses cooling and heating to help
maintain a
pleasant environment inside the vehicle.
Type A (button)
Type B (control panel)
Driver's temperatu
Press the button on the switchable controller
to switch between infotainment
system or climate control panel.
Press and hold the button to select the
default mode for the control panel.
Swi
Press the AUTO button.
The modes, fan speeds, air intake and
air-conditioning will be controlled
automatically by setting the temperature.
Type A (button)
Type B (control panel)
You
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Outside rear view mirror position
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WARNING
Never attempt to operate the driver
position m
1. Cover the seats before performing any procedure to
keep them from getting dirty.
2. Cover all glasses, seats and mats with a heat
resistant cover when welding.
3. Protect moldings, garnishes and ornaments.
A word about safety
1. Wear the appropriate safety equipment that is
necessary f