Kia Sportage: Keys
Using the remote key
Record your key number
The key code number
is stamped on the key
code tag attached to
the key set. Should
you lose your keys, this number will
enable an authorized Kia dealer to duplicate
the keys easily. Remove the key
code tag and store it in a safe place.
Also, record the key code number and
keep it in a safe and handy place, but
not in the vehicle.
WARNING
Aftermarket keys
Use only Kia original parts for the ignition
key in your vehicle. If an aftermarket
key is used, the ignition switch or
ENGINE START/STOP button may not
return to ON after START. If this happens,
the starter will continue to operate
causing possible fire due to excessive
current in the wiring.
Using the remote key (if equipped)

Type A

Type B
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With a smart key, you can lock or unlock
a door and even start the engine without
inserting the key.
Type A
Type B
Lock (1)
All doors are locked if the lock button is
pressed. If all doors
If the smart key does not operate normally,
you can lock or unlock the door
by using the mechanical key.
To remove the
mechanical key, press
and hold the release button (1) and
remove the mech
The smart key uses a 3 volt lithium battery
which will normally last for several
years.
If you are
unsure how to use or replace
the battery, contact an authorized Kia
dealer.
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Description
The Seat Belt Pretensioners (BPT) are installed inside Center Pillar (LH &
RH). When a vehicle crashes with a
certain degree of frontal impact, the pretensioner seat belt helps to reduce the
severity of injury to the front seat
occupants by ref
Description and Operation
Description
The 4WD ECM controls the Pump Motor Pump (Actuator) to generating an oil
pressure. The pressure engages a multiple
disk clutch to transfer torque to the rear wheels. The torque to the rear
wheels varies according to the pressure on the
clutch.
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