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

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2020) 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 (2015-2020) Service Manual: Fuel Pump Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. 2. Remove the fuel pump assembly. 3. Check motor operation by fuel pump connector (A) connecting power (No.2) a ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2020) Owners Manual: Securing a child restraint with a lap belt or lap/shoulder belt

When not using the LATCH system, all child restraints must be secured to a vehicle rear seat with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt. Automatic locking mode Since all passenger seat belts move freely under normal conditions and only lock under extreme or emergency conditions (emergency lock ...