How to use this manual
We want to help you get the greatest possible driving pleasure from your vehicle.
Your Owner’s Manual can assist you in many ways. We strongly recommend that you read the entire manual. In order to minimize the chance of death or injury, you must read the WARNING and CAUTION sections in the manual.
Illustrations complement the words in this manual to best explain how to enjoy your vehicle. By reading your manual, you will learn about features, important safety information, and driving tips under various road conditions.
The general layout of the manual is provided in the Table of Contents. A good place to start is the index; it has an alphabetical listing of all information in your manual.
Sections: This manual has eight sections plus an index. Each section begins with a brief list of contents so you can tell at a glance if that section has the information you want.
You will find various WARNINGs, CAUTIONs, and NOTICEs in this manual.
These WARNINGs were prepared to enhance your personal safety. You should carefully read and follow ALL procedures and recommendations provided in these WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and NOTICES.
WARNING:
A WARNING indicates a situation in
which harm, serious bodily injury or
death could result if the warning is
ignored.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates a situation in
which damage to your vehicle could
result if the caution is ignored.
NOTICE:
A NOTICE indicates interesting or helpful
information is being provided.
See also:
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 ...
Fuel requirements
unleaded fuel having a pump octane
number ((R+M)/2) of 87 (Research
Octane Number 91) or higher.
Your new vehicle is designed to obtain
maximum performance with UNLEADED
FUEL, as well as minimize ...
Fuel requirements
Gasoline engine (unleaded)
Your new Kia vehicle is designed to
use only unleaded fuel with a minimum
Octane Rating of 87 Anti-
Knock Index (AKI).
NOTICE
NEVER USE LEADED FUEL. The
use of leaded ...


