Kia Sportage: ENGINE START/STOP button
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Illuminated ENGINE START/STOP button
The light will go off after about 30 seconds
when the door is closed. It will also
go off immediately when the theft-alarm
system is armed.
ENGINE START
WARNING
Do not start the vehicle with the accelerator
pedal engaged. The vehicle can
move and lead to an accident.
Wait until the engine rpm is normal.
The vehicle may suddenly move if the
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Reduce the speed and shift to a lower
gear before you start down a long or
steep downgrade. If you don't shift
down, you might have to use your
brakes so much that they would get hot
and no longer operate efficiently.
On a long uphill grade, shift down and
reduce your speed to around 45
Repair procedures
Removal
Timing chain cover removal is not required for this procedure.
CAUTION
Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
To avoid damaging the cylinder head, wait until the engine coolant
temperature drops below normal
temperature before removing it.