KIA Sportage 2008 - Manual (Page 171)

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4WD LOCK indicator
light (if equipped)
4WD LOCK indicator light is illumi-
nated when the 4WD LOCK button is
pushed. The purpose of this 4WD
LOCK mode is to increase the drive
power when driving on dry road sur-
face, wet pavement, snow-covered
roads and/or off-road. 4WD LOCK
indicator light is turned off by push-
ing the button once again
Safety belt warning chime
If the driver's safety belt is not fas-
tened when the ignition key is turned
ON or if it is unfastened after the key
is ON, the safety belt warning chime
will sound for approximately 6 sec-
onds. At this time, if the safety belt is
fastened, the chime will stop at once.
Parking start warning chime
If you drive over 10 km/h (6.2 mph)
with the parking brake applied, the
parking start warning chime will
sound.
Key reminder warning chime
If the driver’s door is opened while
the ignition key is left in the ignition
switch, the key reminder warning
chime will sound. This is to prevent
you from locking your keys in the
vehicle.
4WD
LOCK
CAUTION
Do not use 4WD LOCK mode on
dry paved roads or highway, it
can cause noise, vibration or
damage of 4WD related parts.