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

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 (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Electric chromatic mirror (ECM)

The electric rearview mirror automatically controls the glare from the headlights of the vehicles behind you in nighttime or low light driving conditions. The sensor mounted in the mirror senses the light level around the vehicle and automatically controls the headlight glare from the vehicles ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Relay Box (Passenger Compartment) Repair procedures

Fuse Inspection 1. Check that the fuse holders are loosely held and that the fuses are securely fixed by the holders. 2. Check that each fuse circuit has the exact fuse capacity. 3. Check the fuses fo ...