Kia Sportage: Warning Messages / Key not detected (for smart key system)

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. ...

Press start button again (for smart key system)

This warning message illuminates if you can not operate the Engine Start/Stop Button when there is a problem with the Engine Start/Stop Button system. It means that you could start the engin ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Seat Heater Switch Components and components location

Components Front Seat Switch 1. Driver side seat heater switch 2. Passenger side seat heater switch Rear Seat Switch 1. Rear seat heater switch (LH/RH) ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Smart key precautions

The smart key will not work if any of the following occur: - The smart key is close to a radio transmitter such as a radio station or an airport which can interfere with normal operation of the smart key. - The smart key is near a mobile two way radio system or a cellular phone. - Anothe ...