Kia Sportage: Warning Messages / Shift to P position (for smart key system)

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Owners Manual / Features of your vehicle / Trip modes (Trip computer) / Warning Messages / Shift to P position (for smart key system)

This warning message illuminates if you try to turn off the engine without the shift lever in P (Park) position.
At this time, the Engine Start/Stop Button turns to the ACC position (If you press the Engine Start/Stop Button once more, it will turn to the ON position).

Warning Messages

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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. ...

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