Kia Sportage: Warning Messages / Low Key Battery (for smart key system)

Shift to P position (for smart key system)

This warning message illuminates if you try to turn off the engine without the shift lever in P (Park) position. At this time, the Engine Start/Stop Button turns to the ACC position (If y ...

Press start button while turn steering (for smart key system)

This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not unlock normally when the Engine Start/Stop Button is pressed. It means that you should press the Engine Start/Stop Button whil ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: MDPS ECU Repair procedures

Replacement 1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. 2. Remove the crash pad lower panel. (Refer to Body - "Crash pad lower panel") 3. Disconnect the MDPS ECU connector (A). ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Oil Pan Repair procedures

Removal 1. Remove the drive belt. (Refer to Timing System - "Drive Belt") 2. Remove the A/C compressor lower mounting bolts (A). 3. Remove the A/C compressor bracket (B). ...