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 (2015-2025) Service Manual: Repair procedures

Diagnosis With KDS/GDS 1. BSD system defects can be quickly diagnosed with the KDS/GDS. GDS operates actuator quickly to monitor, input/output value and self diagnosis. 2. Connect the cable of KDS/GDS to the data link connector ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: Receiver-Drier Repair procedures

Replacement 1. Remove the condenser. 2. Remove the cap (B) from the bottom of the condenser using an L wrench (A). Tightening torque : 9.8 - 14.7 N.m (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb-ft) ...