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*IF EQUIPPED
SPORTAGE
F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Drive Mode Integrated Control System*
ECO Mode (Active ECO)
(Type A shown . Located below gear shift)
(Located in instrument cluster)
The Drive Mode may be selected based on the driver’s preferences
and road conditions .
To cycle through the different Drive Modes
A
, press the DRIVE
MODE button
B
. The instrument cluster will display SPORT or ECO
when selected . When in NORMAL mode, it will not display in the
instrument cluster .
REMINDER:
• The system is turned ON and in NORMAL mode when ignition is in the ON position
• When ECO mode is selected, the indicator will display and system remains on, even
when ignition is cycled . Otherwise the system will default to NORMAL .
•
Steering effort may be slightly increased in Sport mode
Active ECO helps improve fuel economy by
controlling several vehicle components . When
activated, it optimizes drivetrain operations
such as engine power and transmission to help
improve fuel economy .
To turn ON, press the DRIVE MODE button
B
and scroll through options until in the ECO
mode . The green ECO indicator light
C
in the
instrument cluster will illuminate, indicating that
Active ECO is operating . Active ECO will remain
on even when the ignition is cycled .
To turn Active ECO OFF, press the DRIVE MODE
button
B
again and change to another mode .
•
To help improve your fuel economy:
•
Drive at a moderate speed, accelerating
smoothly and at a moderate rate
•
Keep tires inflated to the recommended
pressure
•
Be sure the wheels are properly aligned
QUICK TIPS
Drive Mode Video
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For more information on the Active ECO
indicator, refer to your Owner’s Manual
or contact your local dealership.
A
B
C