Kia Sportage: Automatic transaxle operation / Ignition key interlock system
The ignition key cannot be removed unless the shift lever is in the P (Park)
position. Even if the ignition switch is in the LOCK position, the key cannot be
removed.
If your vehicle is equipped with ENGINE START/STOP button, the button will not
change to the OFF position unless the shift lever is in the P (Park) position.
For your safety, the automatic transaxle has a shift lock system which prevents
shifting the transaxle from P (Park) into R (Reverse) unless the brake pedal is
depressed.
To shift the transaxle f ...
Never move the gear shift lever from P (Park) to any other position with
the accelerator pedal depressed.
Never move the gear shift lever into P (Park) when the vehicle is in motion.
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Other information:
Components
1. Heat protector
2. Exhaust manifold
3. Exhaust manifold gasket
4. Exhaust manifold stay
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To drive your vehicle in deep snow, it may be necessary to use snow tires or
to install tire chains on your tires. If snow tires are needed, it is necessary
to select tires equivalent in size and type of the original equipment tires. Failure
to do so may adversely affect the safety and handlin ...