Label information

Vehicle identification number
(VIN)
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is
the number used in registering your car
and in all legal matters pertaining to its
ownership, etc.
It can be found on the floor under the passenger seat. To check the number, remove the cover.

The VIN is also on a plate attached to the top of the dashboard. The number on the plate can easily be seen through the windshield from outside.



Vehicle certification label
(if equipped)
The vehicle certification label attached
on the driver’s side center pillar gives the
vehicle identification number (VIN).

Tire specification and pressure
label
The tires supplied on your new vehicle
are chosen to provide the best performance
for normal driving.
The tire label located on the driver's side center pillar gives the tire pressures recommended for your car.

Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the
engine block as shown in the drawing.
See also:
Defroster
The defroster heats the window to
remove frost, fog and thin ice from
the interior and exterior of the rear
window, while engine is running.
NOTICE
• To prevent damage to the conductors
bo ...
Manual transaxle
Manual transaxle operation
The manual transaxle has five forward
gears.
Press the clutch pedal down fully while
shifting, then release it slowly.
The gearshift lever must be returned to
the ne ...
Interior Design and Special Features
The Sportage features a functional, roomy and attractive interior. Both the
materials and build quality are very good, especially for this price point. The
rear-seat design makes hauling a large a ...


