Kia Sportage: Warning Messages / Check fuse BRAKE SWITCH (for smart key system)

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual / Features of your vehicle / Trip modes (Trip computer) / Warning Messages / Check fuse BRAKE SWITCH (for smart key system)

This warning message illuminates if the brake switch fuse is disconnected.
It means that you should replace the fuse with a new one. If that is not possible, you can start the engine by pressing the Engine Start/Stop Button for 10 seconds in the ACC position.

Press start button with key (for smart key system)

This warning message illuminates if you press the Engine Start/Stop Button while the warning message “Key not detected” is illuminating. At this time, the immobilizer indicator light bli ...

Shift to P or N to start engine (for smart key system)

This warning message illuminates if you try to start the engine with the shift lever not in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position. ✽ NOTICE You can start the engine with the shift lever i ...

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