Driving your vehicle

Ignition switch
Starting the engine3
Manual transaxle
Automatic transaxle
Brake system
Cruise control system
Steering wheel
Instrument cluster
Gauges
Warnings and indicators
Lighting
Wipers and washers
Defroster
Hazard warning flasher
Climate control system
Windshield defrosting and defogging

See also:

Fuses
A vehicle’s electrical system is protected from electrical overload damage by fuses. This vehicle has 2 fuse panels, one located in the driver’s side panel bolster, the other in the engine ...

Powertrains and Performance
The 2010 Kia Sportage can be had with one of two engines and a choice of front- or all-wheel drive. LX base models get a 2.0-liter four-cylinder that puts out 140 hp and 136 pound-feet of torque. ...

Theft-alarm system
Theft alarm system will not operate when the ignition key is in the ignition switch. If the lock button on the transmitter is pressed when the key is not in the ignition and any vehicle door or ...