Kia Sportage: What to do in an emergency / Emergency starting

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2024) Owners Manual / What to do in an emergency / Emergency starting

Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in reverse order.

If the engine will not start

If engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly 1. Be sure the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and the emergency brake is set. 2. Check the battery connections to be sure they are c ...

Jump starting can be dangerous if done incorrectly. Therefore, to avoid harm to yourself or damage to your vehicle or battery, follow these jump starting procedures. If in doubt, we strongly recom ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2024) Owners Manual: Opening the liftgate

The liftgate is locked or unlocked when all doors are locked or unlocked with the key, transmitter (or smart key) or central door lock switch. If unlocked, the liftgate can be opened by pressing the handle switch and then pulling the handle up. Only the liftgate is unlocked if the lif ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2024) Owners Manual: Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Light

This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position. - It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the EPB. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia de ...