Kia Sportage: Warning Messages / Shift to P or N to start engine (for smart key system)

- This warning message illuminates if you try to start the engine with the
shift lever not in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position.
✽ NOTICE
You can start the engine with the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position;
however; we recommend that you start the engine with the shift lever in the P (Park)
position for your safety.
This warning message illuminates if the brake switch fuse is disconnected.
It means that you should replace the fuse with a new one. If that is not
possible, you can start the engine by pres ...
It means that any door, hood, or liftgate is open.
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Other information:
Component Location
1. Assist handle
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The mode selection button controls the direction of the air flow through the
ventilation system.
Air can be directed to the floor, dashboard outlets, or windshield. Five symbols
are used to represent MAX A/C, Face, Bi-Level, Floor, Floor- Defrost and Defrost
air position.
The MAX A/C mode ...