Tires and wheels
*1 Normal load : Up to 3 persons *2 High speed : above 160 km/h (100 mph)
CAUTION
When replacing tires, use the same
size originally supplied with the
vehicle.
Using tires of a different size can damage the related parts or make it work irregularly.
See also:
Immobilizer system
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic
engine immobilizer system to
reduce the risk of unauthorized vehicle
use.
Your immobilizer system is comprised of
a small transponder in the ignition k ...
Driving Impressions
The 2006 Kia Sportage provides a carlike ride while returning relatively
sporty handling on par with that of most peers. Should you push too hard through
a corner, the standard stability and tract ...
Manual transaxle
Manual transaxle operation
The manual transaxle has 5 forward
gears.
This shift pattern is imprinted on the shift
knob. The transaxle is fully synchronized
in all forward gears so shifting to e ...