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How to Repair a Kia Sportage Key Fob The 2022 Kia Sportage will be a fun-to drive crossover with many useful features. It also has a well-thought-out and user-friendly interior. You can unlock your car with an X-press close to the door handle and have the key fob. This simple trick could save you time when you're in a hurry. Keyless Entry System Kia's 2023 Sportage stands out from the other compact SUVs by offering a variety of progressive technologies that makes it simple to stay connected and entertained on the move. This includes an 8-inch infotainment display with smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth capabilities, voice recognition and a nav system. A redesigned powertrain delivers 187 horsepower to the front-wheel-drive Sportage and a hybrid drivetrain can increase the horsepower by 227 horsepower. If the key fob isn't locking or unlocking your doors, ensure that it hasn't simply run out of battery power. If the metal clips that hold the battery on the key fob aren't sufficient tightened, they could not be able to complete a circuit using the remote. Replace the battery with one of the same size, voltage and specification, making sure that it's installed in the right direction. It's easy to diagnose that a dead coin battery is the primary reason behind a keyfob not working on a Sportage. If kia smart key have tried reprogramming the remote control, but it doesn't work or it has stopped working after being dropped on a hard floor then the key fob may be faulty. A spare key fob is usually able to be used to open and start the vehicle in these conditions. Button for Engine Start/Stop The engine start button on the Kia Sportage is a convenient feature that lets you start your vehicle without the need to use your key. It also allows you to start the vehicle if the vehicle is parked in a place where it isn't able to move by itself. However this system isn't impervious to issues. There is a chance that the button doesn't work. If this happens, you can contact your Kia dealer for assistance with changing the program. The technician will also examine the wiring and fuses that control this feature. You can make use of the Kia Access app on your smartphone to remotely start your car. This is useful if you are at work or at home and you need to start the car before you arrive. You must first shut all the doors and lock the reargate and hood before you start your vehicle. You should also make sure that the hand parking brake is set to at least five notches. The battery of the smart key could fail if it becomes wet or comes in contact with hot. You should avoid exposing the key fob to direct sunlight or leave it out in the rain. If you do this the key will not unlock the door or activate the sounder. Key Code Number The key code number can be found on the bar code tag attached to your key set. Should you lose your keys, this number enables an authorized Kia dealer to duplicate the key set in a snap. If you take off the bar code tag and then record the code number, save it in a safe location (but not in your vehicle). To lock the doors you need to press this button. If you press this button when your vehicle is in ACC, or ON, a horn will sound. The warning light for hazard will flash twice. This indicates that all doors have been locked. To unlock the doors, press this button again. The immobilizer system flashes for about 30 seconds when you press this button to prevent the vehicle from starting. If the light for the horn and the hazard warning blink while your car is in this state the key may have been improperly coded or another key may be transmitting interference. If this is the case, an authorized Kia dealer should verify the proper coding of your key. If the light for the horn and the hazard remain on while you attempt to start the car, contact your dealer immediately. The warranty of the vehicle does not protect against the unauthorised use of smart keys. Battery The battery in your Kia Sportage key fob isn't very expensive, but it does require replacement periodically. The new battery at your local hardware store, or from a auto parts specialist. When you remove the old battery from the key fob, be sure to disconnect the negative cable first. This will remove the remaining power and prevent the circuits from becoming shorted. It's important to use a high-quality battery when replacing the one on your key fob. The quality of the battery will determine the life span of the fob. It is also important to check the voltage frequently. If the voltage is low, the battery could be defective. You can replace the key fob without any tools. You'll be required to insert a key blade into the small slot that is near the bottom of the key fob and then break the casing open. Then, replace the old battery and reassemble your fob.