Kia Sportage: Driving your vehicle / ENGINE START/STOP button

Starting the engine

WARNING - Proper footwear Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle. Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski boots, sandals, etc.) may interfere with your ability to use the brake and a ...

Illuminated ENGINE START/STOP button

Whenever the front door is opened, the ENGINE START/STOP button will illuminate for your convenience. The light will go off after about 30 seconds when the door is closed. When all entrances ar ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Owners Manual: Tires and wheels

CAUTION When replacing tires, use the same size originally supplied with the vehicle. Using tires of a different size can damage the related parts or make them work irregularly. ✽ NOTICE It is permissible to add 3psi to the standard tire pressure specification if colder temperatures a ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Owners Manual: Smart key function

To remove the mechanical key, press and hold the release button (1) and remove the mechanical key (2). To reinstall the mechanical key, put the key into the hole and push it until a click sound is heard. With a smart key, you can lock or unlock a door (and Liftgate) and start the engine. ...