Kia Sportage: Warning Messages / Door/Hood/Liftgate Open

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 i ...

Sunroof Open (if equipped)

The warning message illuminates if you turn off the engine and then open the driver's door when the sunroof is open. ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: Rear Seat Belt Retractor Repair procedures

Replacement    When installing the belt, be careful not to damage the retractor. 1. Remove the rear pillar trim. (Refer to Interior Trim - "Rear Pillar Trim") ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Owners Manual: Map lamp

■ Type A ■ Type B Press the lens (1) to turn ON the map lamp. To turn the map lamp OFF press the lens (1) again. (2) : DOOR mode - The map lamp and room lamp come on when a door is opened. The lamps go out after approximately 30 seconds. - The map lamp and room lamp come on for appr ...