Kia Sportage: Overloading
CAUTION - Vehicle weight The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) for your vehicle are on the manufacturer's label attached to the driver's door. Exceeding these ratings can cause an accident or vehicle damage. You can calculate the weight of your load by weighing the items (and people) before putting them in the vehicle. Be careful not to overload your vehicle.
Trailer towing
WARNING - Towing a trailer If you don't use the correct equipment and drive properly,
you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too
heavy, the brakes may not ...
Vehicle load limit
Tire and loading information label The tire label located on the driver's door
sill gives the original tire size, cold tire pressures recommended for your vehicle,
the number of people that ...
See also:
Facts about TSA
• TSA intervenes at speeds above approximately
40 mph (60 km/h)
• The DSTC symbol () in the
instrument
panel will flash when TSA is working
• If the driver switches off the DSTC system's ...
Traction control system (TCS)
(If installed)
On slippery road surfaces, the traction control
system (TCS) limits the drive wheels from
spinning excessively, thus helping the car to
accelerate. It also helps to provide suf ...
Premium System – If Equipped
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless
technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to
monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each
wheel as part of the valve st ...
