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

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) 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 (2015-2026) Service Manual: Luggage Side Trim Repair procedures

Replacement Put on gloves to protect your hands. • Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove inter ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Rear window wiper and washer switch

The rear window wiper and washer switch is located at the end of the wiper and washer switch lever. Turn the switch to the desired position to operate the rear wiper and washer. HI : Continuous wipe LO : Intermittent wipe OFF : OFF Push the lever away from you to spray rear washer fluid ...