R (Reverse); N (Neutral); D (Drive) - Kia Sportage 2008 Owner's Manual

R (reverse)

Use this position to drive the vehicle
backward.
✽ NOTICE
Always come to a complete stop
before shifting into or out of R
(Reverse); you may damage the
transaxle if you shift into R while
the vehicle is in motion.

N (neutral)

The wheels and transaxle are not
locked. The vehicle will roll freely
even on the slightest incline unless
the parking brake or service brakes
are applied.
Driving your vehicle

D (drive)

This is the normal forward driving
position. The transaxle will automati-
cally shift through a
sequence, providing the best fuel
economy and power.
For extra power when passing anoth-
er vehicle or climbing grades,
depress the accelerator fully, at
which time the transaxle will auto-
matically downshift to the next lower
gear.
✽ NOTICE
Always come to a complete stop
before shifting into D (Drive).
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