Kia Sportage: Warning Messages / Door/Hood/Liftgate Open

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 ...

Sunroof Open (if equipped)

The warning message illuminates if you turn off the engine and then open the driver's door when the sunroof is open. ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) Description and operation

Description Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) detects the crankshaft position and is one of the most important sensors of the engine control system. If there is no CKPS signal input, the engine may stop because of CKPS signal missing. This sensor is installed on the cylinder ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: Fuel Pump Motor Repair procedures

Removal 1. Remove the fuel pump. (Refer to Fuel Delivery System - "Fuel Pump") 2. Disconnect the electric pump wiring connector (A), and the fuel sender connector (B). 3. Re ...