Kia Sportage 2022 Trip Modes (Trip Computer) and Warning and Indicator Lights 

The varied trip modes and indicator light system of the 2022 Kia Sportage give drivers important information about the performance and condition of their car while they’re on the road. Through the promotion of educated decision-making, trip modes enhance the driving experience by providing insights on fuel efficiency, distance traveled, and other factors. Concurrently, the indicator lights function as a user-friendly means of communication, warning drivers about important aspects like engine health, safety features, and system functioning. This advanced feature demonstrates Kia’s dedication to providing a thorough and intuitive driving experience in the 2022 Sportage by guaranteeing that drivers remain informed and connected to their vehicle’s critical data during their travels.

2023 KIA SPORTAGE Specs, Price, Features and Mileage (Brochure)

Trip modes (Trip computer)

The trip computer is a microcomputer-controlled driver information system that displays information related to driving.

NOTICE
The fuel economy may vary significantly based on driving conditions, driving habits, and the condition of the vehicle.

Trip Modes

To change the trip mode, scroll the MOVE scroll switch ( / ) in the trip computer mode.

Fuel Economy

Average Fuel Economy (1)

• The average fuel economy is calculated by the total driving distance and fuel consumption since the last average fuel economy reset.
  • Fuel economy range : 0 ~ 99.9 MPG or L/100km
• The average fuel economy can be reset both manually and automatically.

NOTICE
The fuel economy may vary significantly based on driving conditions, driving habits, and the condition of the vehicle.

Manual reset
To reset the average fuel economy manually, press the OK button (reset) on the steering wheel for more than 1 second when the average fuel economy is displayed.

Automatic reset
To make the average fuel economy reset automatically whenever refueling, select the “Auto Reset” mode in the User Setting menu of the LCD display (Refer to “LCD Display”).

• OFF –You may set it to default manually by using the trip switch reset button.
• After ignition – The vehicle will automatically set to default once 4 hours pass after the Ignition is OFF.
• After refueling – After refueling more than 6 liters and driving over 1km/h, the vehicle will reset to default automatically.

NOTICE
For a more accurate calculation of the average fuel economy, the vehicle must be continuously driven for more than 10 seconds and 0.03 miles (50 meters).

Instant Fuel Economy (2)

•  This mode displays the instant fuel economy during the last few seconds when the vehicle speed is more than 5 MPH (8 km/h).
  •  Fuel economy range: 0 ~ 50 MPG or 0 ~ 30 L/100km

Accumulated driving information mode

Displays accumulated information starting from mileage/fuel efficiency/time default point.

•  The accumulated information is calculated after the vehicle has run for more than 0.18 miles (300 meters).
•  If you press the “OK” button for more than 1 second after the Cumulative Information is displayed, the information will be reset.
•  If the engine is running, even when the vehicle is not in motion, the information will be accumulated.

One-time driving information mode

The vehicle will display Driving Information once per one ignition cycle.

• Fuel efficiency is calculated after the vehicle has run for more than 0.18 miles (300 meters).
• The Driving Information will be reset 4 hours after ignition has been turned off. So, when the vehicle ignition is turned on within 4 hours, the information will not be reset.
• If you press the button for more than 1 second after the Driving Information is displayed, the information will be reset.
• If the engine is running, even when the vehicle is not in motion, the information will be accumulated.

Digital speedometer

This mode displays the current speed of the vehicle.

Warning Messages (if equipped)

Shift to P (for a smart key system and automatic transmission)

• This warning message illuminates if you try to turn off the engine without the shift lever in P (Park) position.
•  At this time, the Engine Start/Stop Button turns to the ACC position (If you press the Engine Start/Stop Button once more, it will turn to the ON position).

Low Key Battery (for the smart key system)
This warning message illuminates if the battery of the smart key is discharged when the Engine Start/Stop Button changes to the OFF position. Press the START button while turning the wheel (for the smart key system) This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not unlock normally when the Engine Start/Stop Button is pressed. It means that you should press the Engine Start/Stop Button while turning the steering wheel right and left. The steering wheel is not locked (for the smart key system) This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not lock when the Engine Start/Stop Button changes to the OFF position. This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not lock when the Engine Start/Stop Button changes to the OFF position. This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not lock normally when the Engine Start/Stop Button changes to the OFF position. Press the brake pedal to start the engine (for the smart key system and automatic transmission) This warning message illuminates if the Engine Start/Stop Button changes to the ACC position twice by pressing the button repeatedly without depressing the brake pedal. It means that you should depress the brake pedal to start the engine.

Key not detected (for the smart key system)
This warning message illuminates if the smart key is not detected when you press the Engine Start/Stop Button.

Remove the key (for the smart key system)
This warning message illuminates if the smart key is removed from the holder.

Key not in a vehicle (for the smart key system)
If the smart key is not in the vehicle and if any door is opened or closed with the engine start/stop button in ACC, ON, or START, the warning illuminates on the LCD display.

Press the start button again (for the 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 can start the engine by pressing the Engine Start/ Stop Button once more.  If the warning illuminates each time you press the Engine Start/Stop Button, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends visiting an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

Press the start button with the key (for the smart key system)
This warning message illuminates if you press the Engine Start/Stop Button while the warning message “Key not detected” is illuminating. At this time, the immobilizer indicator light blinks.

Check the BRAKE SWITCH fuse (for a smart key system and automatic transmission)
This warning message illuminates if the brake switch fuse is disconnected.  It means that you should replace the fuse with a new one. If that is not possible, you can start the engine by pressing the Engine Start/Stop Button for 10 seconds in the ACC position.

Shift to P or N to start the engine (for a smart key system and automatic transmission)
This warning message illuminates if you try to start the engine with the shift lever, not in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position.

NOTICE
You can start the engine with the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position. However, for your safety, we strongly recommend that you start the engine with the shift lever in the P (Park) position.

Press the clutch pedal to start the engine (for the smart key system)
This warning message illuminates if the Engine Start/Stop Button changes to the ACC position twice by pressing the button repeatedly without depressing the clutch pedal. It means that you should depress the clutch pedal to start the engine.

Press the START button and shift to P (for the smart key system)
This warning message illuminates if you try to turn off the engine with the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position. To shift to P(Park), the driver must first press the Start button once.

Door, Hood, Liftgate Open

• It means that any door, hood, or tailgate is open.

Sunroof Open (if equipped)

This warning message illuminates if you turn off the engine and then open the driver’s door when the sunroof is open.

Low Washer Fluid (if equipped)
 This warning message illuminates the service reminder mode if the washer fluid level in the reservoir is nearly empty.  It means that you should refill the washer fluid.

Turn on FUSE SWITCH (if equipped)
 This warning message illuminates if the fuse switch under the steering wheel is OFF. It means that you should turn the fuse switch on. For more details, refer to “Fuses” in chapter 7.

Check the DAW (Driver Attention Warning) system (if equipped)
This warning message is displayed if there is a problem with the Driver Attention Warning system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. For more information, refer to “Driver Attention Warning (DAW)” in chapter 5.

Check BCW (Blind-spot Collision Warning) system (if equipped)
This warning message is displayed if there is a problem with the Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. For more information, refer to “Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)” in chapter 5.

Check FCA (Forward Collision Avoidance Asst.) (if equipped)
This warning message illuminates if there is a malfunction with the Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA) system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. For more details, refer to the “Forward Collision Avoidance Assist(FCA) system” in Chapter 5.

Check the high beam assist system
This warning message illuminates if the high beam assist system has a malfunction. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Device in wireless charger (if equipped)
If a smartphone is still left on the wireless charging pad unattended, even when the ignition is in ACC OFF and the instrument panel’s one-time driving information mode has finished, a warning message will lit up on the instrument panel. For more details, refer to “Smart Phone Wireless Charger” in this chapter.

Low Fuel

•  This warning message illuminates if the fuel tank is nearly empty.
  • When the low fuel level warning light is illuminated.

Add fuel as soon as possible.

Icy Road Warning (if equipped)

This warning pop-up message and light are to warn the driver the road may be icy. When the Outside Temperature is below approximately 39°F (4°C).

• The warning light (including Outside Temperature and unit) blinks 5 times and then illuminates.
•  The warning pop-up message displays, and the warning chime sounds once at the same time only once for each ignition cycle.
• If this item is checked in User settings, this function will be activated.

NOTICE
If the icy road warning light appears while driving, you should drive more attentively and refrain from speeding, rapid acceleration, sudden braking or sharp turning.

WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

Warning lights
Make sure that all warning lights are OFF after starting the engine. If any light is still ON, this indicates a situation that needs attention.

Airbag Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:

• Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
  • It illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and then goes off.
• When there is a malfunction with the SRS.
  Recommend you have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Seat Belt Warning Light
This warning light informs the driver that the seat belt is not fastened. For more details, refer to the “Seat Belts” in chapter 3.

Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:

• Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
  •  It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds
• When the parking brake is applied, the warning light will remain on.
• When the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low.
  • If the warning light illuminates with the parking brake released, it indicates the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low.

If the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low:

1. Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle.
2. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required (For more details, refer to “Brake Fluid” in Chapter 7). Then check all brake components for fluid leaks. If any leaks in the brake system are still found, the warning light remains on, or the brakes do not operate properly, do not drive the vehicle.
3. In this case, have your vehicle towed to an authorized Kia dealer and inspected.

Dual-diagonal braking system
Your vehicle is equipped with dual-diagonal braking systems. This means you still have braking on two wheels even if one of the dual systems should fail. With only one of the dual systems working, greater pedal pressure will be required to stop the vehicle. Also, the vehicle will require increased stopping distance with only a portion of the brake system working. If the brakes fail while you are driv-ing, shift to a lower gear for additional engine braking and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Driving the vehicle with a warning light ON is dangerous. If the Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light illuminates with the parking brake released, it indicates that the brake fluid level is low. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:

• Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
  •  It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
• When there is a malfunction with the ABS the warning light will remain on. The braking system will be operational without the assistance of the anti-lock brake system.

In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) System
Warning Light These two warning lights illuminate at the same time while driving:
When the ABS and regular brake system do not work normally. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light
When both ABS and Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Lights are on, the brake system will not work normally and you may experience an unexpected and dangerous situation during sudden braking thereby increasing the risk of a crash and injury. In this case, avoid high-speed driving and abrupt braking. Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.

Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light
When the ABS Warning Light is on or both the ABS and the Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Lights are on, the speedometer, odometer, or tripmate may not work. Also, the EPS Warning Light may illuminate and the steering effort may increase or decrease. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.

Electronic Power
Steering (EPS) Warning
Light

This warning light illuminates:

• Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
  • It remains on until the engine is started.
•  When there is a malfunction with the EPS.

In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
This warning light illuminates:

• Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
• It remains on until the engine is started.
• When there is a malfunction with the emission control system.

In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
Driving with the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on may cause damage to the emission control systems which could affect drivability and/or fuel economy.

Catalytic Converter Damage
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminates, potential catalytic converter damage is possible which could result in loss of engine power. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.

Charging System Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:

• Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
  • It remains on until the engine is started.
• When there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system.

If there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system:

1.  Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle.
2.  Turn the engine off and check the alternator drive belt for looseness or breakage.

If the belt is adjusted properly, there may be a problem in the electrical charging system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.

Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:

• Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
  • It remains on until the engine is started.
• When the engine oil pressure is low.

If the engine oil pressure is low:

1.  Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle.
2. Turn the engine off and check the engine oil level (For more details, refer to “Engine Oil” in Chapter 7). If the level is low, add oil as required.

If the warning light remains on after adding oil or if oil is not available, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.

Engine damage
If the engine is not stopped immediately after the engine oil pressure warning light is illuminated and stays on while the engine is running, serious engine damage may result.

Engine Overheating
Do not continue driving with the engine overheated. Otherwise, the engine may be damaged.

Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:

• Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
  • It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
• When one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated.

For more details, refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in chapter 6. This warning light remains on after blinking for approximately 60 seconds or repeats blinking on and off at the intervals of approximately 3 seconds:

When there is a malfunction with the TPMS. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible. For more details, refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in chapter 6.

Low tire pressure
Significantly low tire pressure makes the vehicle unstable and can contribute to loss of vehicle control and increased braking distances. Continued driving on low-pressure tires will cause the tires to overheat and fail.

WARNING
The TPMS cannot alert you to severe and sudden tire damage caused by external factors. If you notice any vehicle instability, immediately take your foot off the accelerator pedal, apply the brakes gradually with light force, and slowly move to a safe position off the road.

Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Light (if equipped)
This warning light illuminates:

• Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
  • It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
• When there is a malfunction with the EPB.

In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Light
The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Light may illuminate when the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light comes on to indicate that the ESC is not working properly (This does not indicate malfunction of the EPB).

Master Warning light

• This warning light informs the driver of the following situations
  • LED headlamp malfunction (if equipped)
  • Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go malfunction (if equipped)
  • Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go radar blind (if equipped) Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction (if equipped)
  • Blind-Spot Collision Warning radar blind (if equipped)
  • Lamp malfunction
  • High Beam Assist malfunction
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) malfunction

The Master Warning Light illuminates if one or more of the above warning situations occur. If the warning situation is solved, the master warning light will be turned off. Forward Collision-avoidance Assist Warning light (FCA, if equipped)

This indicator light illuminates:
When there is a malfunction with the FCA. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. All Wheel Drive (AWD) Warning Light

This indicator light illuminates:
When there is a malfunction with the AWD system. LED Headlamp Warning Light (if equipped)

This warning light illuminates:

• Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
  • It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
•  When there is a malfunction with the LED headlamp.
• In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

This warning light blinks:

• When there is a malfunction with an LED headlamp-related part. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Indicator Lights
Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) Indicator
Light

This indicator light illuminates:

• Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
  • It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
• When there is a malfunction with the ESC system.
  In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

This indicator light blinks:
While the ESC is operating. For more details, refer to “Electronic Stability Control (ESC)” in chapter 5.

Electronic Stability
Control (ESC) OFF
Indicator Light(if equipped)

This indicator light illuminates:

•  Once you set the Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
  • It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
• When you deactivate the ESC system by pressing the ESC OFF button.
• For more details, refer to “Electronic Stability Control (ESC)” in chapter 5.

LED Headlamp Warning Light
Continuous driving with the LED Headlamp Warning Light on or blinking can reduce LED headlamp (low beam) life. All Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK Indicator Light

This indicator light illuminates:

• Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
  • It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
• When you select AWD Lock mode by pressing the AWD LOCK button.
  • The AWD LOCK mode is to increase the drive power when driving on wet pavement, snow covered roads, and/or off-road.

AWD Lock Mode
Do not use AWD LOCK mode on dry paved roads or highways, it can cause noise, vibration, or damage to AWD-related parts. Turn Signal Indicator Light

This indicator light blinks:
When you turn the turn signal light on. If any of the following occurs, there may be a malfunction with the turn signal system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

• The indicator light does not blink but illuminates.
•  The indicator light blinks more rapidly.
• The indicator light does not illuminate at all.
• High Beam Indicator Light

This indicator light illuminates:
When the headlights are on and in the high beam position the turn signal lever is pulled into the Flash-to-Pass position.

High beam assist indicator (if equipped)
High beam assist indicator (if equipped) This warning light illuminates :

• When the high beam is on with the light switch in the AUTO light position.
• If your vehicle detects oncoming or preceding vehicles, the High beam assist system will switch the high beam to the low beam automatically.

For more details, refer to “High beam assist” in this chapter.

Front Fog Indicator Light (if equipped)
This indicator light illuminates:

• When the front fog lights are on.

Light ON Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates:
When the tail lights or headlights are on.

AUTO HOLD Indicator Light (if equipped)
This indicator light illuminates:

• [White] When you activate the auto hold system by pressing the AUTO HOLD button.
• [Green] When you stop the vehicle completely by depressing the brake pedal with the auto hold system activated.
• [Yellow] When there is a malfunction with the auto hold system.

In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. For more details, refer to “Auto Hold” in chapter 5.

LKA (Lane Keeping Assist) System Indicator
This indicator light illuminates :
When you turn the lane keeping assistant system on by pressing the LKA button. If there is a problem with the system, the yellow LKA indicator will illuminate. For more details, refer to “Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) System” in chapter 5.

Distracted driving
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe personal injury, and death. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and the use of any handheld devices, other equipment, or vehicle systems that take the driver’s eyes, attention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or which are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle.

ECO Indicator Light (if equipped)
This indicator light illuminates :
When the Active ECO system is activated by pressing the DRIVE mode button. The ECO indicator (green) will illuminate to show that the Active ECO is operating. For more details, refer to “Drive Mode Integrated Control System” in Chapter 5. SPORT Mode Indicator Light (if equipped)

This indicator light illuminates:
When you select “SPORT” mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to “Drive Mode Integrated Control System” in Chapter 5.

Downhill Brake Control (DBC) Indicator Light (if equipped)
This warning light illuminates:

• Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
  • It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
•  When you activate the DBC system by pressing the DBC button.

This warning light blinks:
When the DBC is operating.

This warning light illuminates yellow:
When there is a malfunction with the DBC system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. For more details, refer to “Downhill Brake Control (DBC) System” in chapter 5.

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