Kia Sportage: Warning Messages / Check steering wheel lock system (for smart key system)

Steering wheel unlocked (for smart key system)

This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not lock when the Engine Start/Stop Button changes to the OFF position. ...

Press brake pedal to start engine (for smart key system)

This warning message illuminates if the Engine Start/Stop Button changes to the ACC position twice by pressing the button repeatedly without depressing the brake pedal. It means that you ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Front Driveshaft Components and components location

Component Location (1) [Equal type] 1. Drive shaft (LH) 2. Drive shaft (RH) 3. Inner shaft bearing bracket [Unequal type] 1. Drive shaft (LH) 2. Drive shaft (RH) Component L ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Bulb replacement precaution

Please keep extra bulbs on hand with appropriate wattage ratings in case of emergencies. Refer to “Bulb Wattage” in chapter 9. When changing lamps, first turn off the engine at a safe place, firmly apply the parking brake and detach the battery’s negative (-) terminal. WARNING - Working o ...