Kia Sportage: Power liftgate / Closing the liftgate

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2019) Owners Manual / Features of your vehicle / Power liftgate / Closing the liftgate

Press the power liftgate close button for approximately one second when the liftgate is opened. The liftgate will close and lock automatically.
For emergency stop while power liftgate operating, press the power liftgate open/close button shortly.

Opening the liftgate

The power liftgate will open automatically by doing one of the following: Press and hold the liftgate unlock button on the transmitter or smart key until power liftgate operates. While powe ...

Power liftgate non-opening conditions

The power liftgate will not open automatically, when the vehicle is moving more than 2mph(3km/h) or the automatic shift lever is not in P(Park) position. ✽ NOTICE The chime will sound continuous ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2019) Owners Manual: Liftgate unlocking

Using the liftgate handle button 1. Carry the smart key. 2. Press the liftgate handle button. 3. When all doors are locked, the hazard warning lights will blink two times. Once the liftgate is opened and then closed, the liftgate will lock automatically. ✽ NOTICE The button will only operate ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2019) Service Manual: Brake/Clutch Fluid Repair procedures

Inspection Check the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir. The level should be between “MIN” and “MAX” marks on the side of the reservoir. Use only hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification. Check the brake system for any lea ...