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How to Repair a Kia Sportage Key Fob The 2022 Kia Sportage is a fun-to-drive crossover with plenty of useful tech. It has a user-friendly and thoughtful interior. You can unlock your car with a thumb-press when you are close to the door's handle and have the key fob. This handy trick can save you several seconds in the event of a rush. Keyless Entry System Kia's 2023 Sportage stands above the rest of compact crossovers because of the latest technologies that make it easy to remain entertained and connected when you're on the move. It has a standard 8-inch infotainment touchscreen that integrates smartphones via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth capabilities, voice recognition and a nav system. A completely redesigned powertrain provides 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 then make sure that it hasn't simply run out of battery power. The key fob comes with metal retaining clips that hold the button cell battery in place, and if they're not tight enough they may not complete the circuit using the remote control. Replace the battery, making sure it is the same size, voltage and specification. A dead coin battery is a major cause of a keyfob not working in a Sportage and is usually a fairly obvious problem to determine. If the remote control was dropped on an un-porous surface and stopped working, or if you've tried to reprogramme it but it still doesn't work, this is another indication that the key fob has developed a problem. In these situations, a spare key fob will usually unlock and start the car. Start/Stop button for the engine The engine start button on the Kia Sportage allows you to start your car without the use of your key. It also allows you to start your vehicle when the vehicle is parked in a position where it isn't moving independently. However the system isn't impervious to issues. You might find that the button does not work. In this case you can call an Kia dealer to help with changing the button's programming. The technician will also examine the wiring and fuses which control this feature. You can use the Kia Access app on your smartphone to remotely start your car. This can be useful in case you're working or at home and wish to get the car started prior to arriving. First, you must shut all the doors, and then secure the hood and reargate before you start your car. Also, make sure that the hand parking brake is set to a minimum of five notches. The smart key battery can fail if it is wet or exposed to heat. To prevent this from happening it is advised not to drop the key fob and expose it to direct sunlight, or put it in the rain. If you do this it will not unlock the door, or sound the bell. Key Code Number The key code can be found on the bar code tag that is attached to your key set. This code number lets an authorized Kia dealer to easily duplicate your key set in the event that you have lost the keys. Keep the code number you record when you remove the barcode tag the tag. Do not keep it in your car. To lock the doors to lock the doors, press this button. If you push this button when the vehicle is in ACC or ON the horn will sound, and the hazard warning lights will blink twice to show that all doors are locked. Press this button again to unlock the doors. When you hit this button the immobilizer system indicator will blink for approximately 30 seconds to stop the engine from starting. If the horn of your vehicle or hazard light blinks, it could be that the key is not correctly coded. Another key may also be transmitting interference. If this occurs then an authorized Kia Dealer should examine the correct code on your key. If you are still seeing the hazard and horn lights flashing while trying to start your car Contact your dealer. The warranty on your vehicle does not cover the unauthorized use of smart keys. Battery The battery that is in the Kia Sportage key fob isn't that expensive, but it does need to be replaced every now and then. The new battery from your local hardware store, or from an specialist in auto parts. When you remove the old battery from the key fob, be sure to disconnect the negative cable first. This will drain the remaining electricity and prevent the circuits from becoming shorted out. It is essential to use an excellent battery when replacing the one in your key fob. The quality of the battery will determine how long the fob will last and it's also crucial to test the voltage of the battery regularly. If the voltage is low, the battery might be defective. You can replace the key fob with any tools. You'll have to insert a mechanical key blade into the small slot that is near the bottom of the key fob, and then break the casing out. Then, replace kia picanto key fob replacement and reassemble the fob.