Towing - Kia Sportage Hybrid 2024 Owner's Manual

What to do in an emergency

Towing

Towing service
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1 Wheel dolly
僅 Proper lifting and towing procedures
are necessary to prevent damage to
the vehicle. The use of wheel dolly (1)
or flatbed is recommended.
僅 On 2WD vehicles, it is acceptable to
tow the vehicle with the rear wheels
on the ground (without dollies) and
the front wheels off the ground.
INFORMATION
If emergency towing is necessary, we
recommend having it done by an
authorised Kia dealer or a commercial
tow-truck service.
Towing without wheel dolly
Operation
1. Set the vehicle to ACC (Accessory).
2. Change the gear to N (Neutral).
3. Release the parking brake.
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CAUTION
Failure to shift the gear to N (Neutral)
may cause internal damage to the trans -
mission.
Emergency towing
Front
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Rear
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Operation
1. Remove the hole cover pressing the
lower part of the cover on the
bumper.
2. Install the towing hook by turning it
clockwise into the hole until it is fully
secured.
3. Remove the towing hook and install
the cover after use.
INFORMATION
Towing in this manner may be done only
on hard-surfaced roads for a short dis -
tance and at low speed. Also, the wheels,
axles, power train, steering and brakes
must all be in good condition.
僅 If towing is necessary, we recommend
you to have it done by an authorised
Kia dealer or a commercial tow truck
Towing