Kia SPORTAGE 2022 Quick Start Manual Download Page 3

Accessory Mode with Smart Key*

With standard key vehicles, you can turn the key to the accessory mode and utilize the electronic 

accessories without starting the vehicle. This is still possible with Smart Key-equipped vehicles. 

To do this, enter the vehicle with the Smart Key and push the ENGINE START/STOP button one 

time without depressing the brake pedal. This will put the vehicle in Accessory mode and ACC  

will illuminate in amber.
If the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ACC position for more than 1 hour, the button  

is turned off automatically to help prevent battery discharge.

Eco Mode (Active Eco)

Eco Mode (Active Eco) is designed to help improve fuel economy by controlling several vehicle 

components. When activated, it optimizes powertrain operations such as engine power and 

transmission to help improve fuel economy.
To turn ON, press the DRIVE MODE button and scroll through options until in Eco Mode. The  

Eco Mode indicator light 

A

 in the instrument cluster will illuminate green, indicating that Eco 

Mode is operating. Eco Mode will remain on even when the ignition is cycled.
To turn Eco Mode OFF, press the DRIVE MODE button again and change to another mode.

Trip Modes / Trip Computer

The Trip Computer is a driver information system that appears on the display when the ignition 

switch or the Engine Start/Stop button* is in the ON position.
To cycle through the different LCD Instrument Cluster modes, press the Mode button 

A

.

When in Trip Computer mode, press the Move/Reset/OK button 

B

 to cycle through the screens. 

When displaying TRIP A or TRIP B screens, press and hold the OK button 

B

 to reset the 

Tripmeter to zero.

Fuel Door Operation

To open the fuel door, press the right edge of the fuel door. The fuel  

door will open only when the driver’s door is unlocked. 
Tighten the cap until it clicks one time; otherwise, the Check Engine  

Light 

 may illuminate.

Parking Distance Warning-Forward and -Reverse*

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The Parking Distance Warning-Forward and -Reverse is a supplemental system that is designed 

to assist the driver by chiming if certain objects are detected within the sensor area behind the  

vehicle when it is in R (Reverse), or within the sensor area in front of the vehicle when it is in  

D (Drive).
The system is activated when the ignition is ON and the vehicle is in R (Reverse). To deactivate the 

system, press the Parking Distance Warning-Forward and -Reverse button 

A

 (LED illuminated).

If the vehicle is moving at speeds over 3 mph, the system may not activate correctly.
When more than two objects are sensed at the same time, the closest one will be recognized first.
The Parking Distance Warning-Forward and -Reverse is not a substitute for proper and safe 

backing-up procedures. Always drive safely and use caution when backing up. The Parking Distance 

Warning-Forward and Reverse may not detect every object in front of or behind the vehicle.

Panoramic Sunroof Operation with Power Sunshade*

The sunroof operation is controlled through a multidirectional switch/lever. The ignition or Engine 

Start/Stop button* needs to be in the ON position to operate the sunroof.

To slide the sunshade and sunroof:

• 

Auto Open:

 Slide the lever 

A

 backward to the farthest position and release.

• 

Auto Close (sunroof only):

 Slide the lever 

A

 forward to the farthest position and release.

To slide the sunshade only:

• 

Open:

 Slide the lever 

A

 partially backward to the first detent position and release.

• 

Auto Close:

 Slide the lever 

A

 partially forward to the first detent position and release.

To slide the sunroof (with sunshade open):

• 

Open:

 Slide the lever 

A

 backward to the first detent position and release.

•  

Close:

 Slide the lever 

A

 forward to the first detent position and release to close sunroof glass 

only. Slide the lever backward to the farthest position and release to close sunroof glass and 

sunshade.

To tilt the sunroof:

• 

Raise:

 Push lever 

A

 upward.

• 

Lower:

 Push lever 

A

 forward.

Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)*

The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system utilizes an electric motor to engage the parking brake.

Applying the Parking Brake

Depress the brake pedal and pull up the EPB switch 

A

. Ensure that the indicator light is 

illuminated on the instrument cluster. If parked on a steep incline/decline, pull up the EPB 

switch for more than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB application.

Releasing the Parking Brake

The EPB will automatically release when the shifter is placed in R (Reverse) or D (Drive). To 

release EPB manually, depress the brake pedal, then press the EPB switch 

A

, with the ignition 

switch in the ON position. Ensure that the indicator light is OFF.

Heated Steering Wheel*

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While the Engine Start/Stop button* is in the ON position, press the Heated Steering Wheel 

button 

A

 to turn the steering wheel heater ON/OFF. The steering wheel heater will turn off 

automatically in 30 minutes, or when button 

A

 is pressed again to deactivate.

OK

A

B

(Located below Gear Shift)

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