Kia Sportage: Warning Messages / Press start button while turn steering (for smart key system)

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual / Features of your vehicle / Trip modes (Trip computer) / Warning Messages / 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 while turning the steering wheel right and left.

Low Key Battery (for smart key system)

This warning message illuminates if the battery of the smart key is discharged when the Engine Start/Stop Button changes to the OFF position. ...

Steering wheel unlocked (for smart key system)

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

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Knock Sensor (KS) Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the knock sensor connector (A). 3. Measure resistance between the injector terminals 1 and 2. 4. Check that ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Audio Unit Repair procedures

Removal • When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components. • ...