Kia Sportage: Automatic Transaxle Control System / Inhibitor Switch Troubleshooting

Inhibitor Switch Description and operation

Description • The inhibitor switch is installed on top of transaxle, and is connected to the shift lever by a shift cable. • In ...

Inhibitor Switch Repair procedures

Inspection    Inspect the following items by referring to inspection flow chart. (Refer to Inhibitor Sw ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Limitation of Active ECO operation

If the following conditions occur while Active ECO is operating, the system operation is limited even though there is no change in the ECO indicator. When the coolant temperature is low: The system will be limited until engine performance becomes normal. When driving up a hill: The system ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant when the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop button is ON. If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the "H" position, it indicates overheating that may damage the engine. Do not continue driving with ...