Kia Sportage: Storage compartment
Center console storage
These compartments can be used to
store small items required by the driver
or passengers.
- To avoid possible theft, do not leave
valuables in the storage compartment.
- Always keep the storage compartment
covers closed while driving. Do
not attempt to place so many items in
the storage compartment that the
storage compartment cover cannot
close securely.
WARNING
Flammable materials
Do not store glasses, portable
battery, canned beverage, spray can,
propane cylinder, cosmetic tube or other
flammable/explosive materials in the
vehicle. These items may catch fire and/
or explode if the vehicle is exposed to
hot temperatures for extended periods.
Center console storage
To open the center console storage:
Glove box
To open the glove box:
- Push the lever and the glove box will
automatically open.
Close the glove box after use.
WARNING
Glove box
To reduce the risk of injury in an accident
or sudden stop, always keep the
glove box door closed while driving.
An open glove box door can cause serious
injury to the passenger in an accident,
even if the passenger is wearing a
seat belt.
CAUTION
Do not keep food in the glove box for a
long time.
NOTICE
If the temperature control switch is in
the warm or hot position, warm or hot air
will flow into the glove box.
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There are various features inside the
vehicle for the convenience of the occupants.
Cup holder
Front
Cups or small beverage cans may be
placed in the cup holders.
WARNING
Hot liquids
Do not
The seat warmer is provided to warm
the front seats during cold weather.
Front seat
With the ignition switch or ENGINE
START/STOP button in the ON position:
Push either of the buttons to w
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If you equip your vehicle with snow
tires, they should be the same size
and have the same load capacity as
the original tires.
Snow tires should be installed on all
four wheels; otherwise, poor handling
may result.
Snow tires should carry 4 psi (28
kPa) more air pressure than the
pressu
Description and Operation
Description
RCV (Recirculation Valve) Control Solenoid Valve is installed on the intercooler inlet pipe and operates the RCV actuator which controls the by-pass passage of the turbocharger compressor.
When the throttle is closed, while the engine is running at cru