Kia Sportage: Warning Messages / Press brake pedal to start engine (for smart key system)

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Owners Manual / Features of your vehicle / Trip modes (Trip computer) / Warning Messages / Press brake pedal to start engine (for smart key system)

This warning message illuminates if the Engine Start/Stop Button changes to the ACC position twice by pressing the button repeatedly without depressing the brake pedal.
It means that you should depress the brake pedal to start the engine

Check steering wheel lock system (for smart key system)

This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not lock normally when the Engine Start/Stop Button changes to the OFF position. ...

Key not in vehicle (for smart key system)

This warning message illuminates if the smart key is not in the vehicle when you press the Engine Start/Stop Button. It means that you should always have the smart key with you. ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: General information

Towing If the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service. Never tow vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous. [Front] [Rear] Emergency Towing There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle : – ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: Smart Parking Assist System Switch Repair procedures

Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the console upper cover. (Refer to Body - "Floor Console Assembly") 3. Disconnect the console upper cover switch connec ...