Kia Sportage: Liftgate (for manual liftgate) / Closing the liftgate
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To close the liftgate, lower and push down the liftgate firmly. Make sure that
the liftgate is securely latched.
Make sure your hands, feet and other parts of your body are safely out of the
way before closing the liftgate.
WARNING - Exhaust fumes
Driving with the liftgate open is not advisable. Dangerous exhaust fumes can
enter the passenger compartment. If you must drive with the liftgate opened, keep
the air vents and all windows open so that additional outside air can enter.
WARNING - Rear cargo area
Occupants should never ride in the rear cargo area where no restraints are
available. Occupants should always be properly restrained.
The liftgate is locked or unlocked when all doors are locked or unlocked
with the key, transmitter (or smart key) or central door lock switch.
If unlocked, the liftgate can be opened by pres ...
Your vehicle is equipped with an emergency liftgate safety release lever located
on the bottom of the liftgate. When someone is inadvertently locked in the cargo
area, the liftgate can be opened ...
Other information:
To fasten your seat belt:
To fasten your seat belt, pull it out of the retractor and insert the metal tab
(1) into the buckle (2). There will be an audible "click" when the tab locks into
the buckle.
The seat belt automatically adjusts to the proper length only after the lap belt ...
Component Location
1. Luggage side trim
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