What causes a Kia Sportage to not start?

The most common reasons a Kia Sportage won’t start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.

How do I start my Kia Sportage?

Using Kia Keyless Ignition Step on the brake pedal. Press the Engine Start/Stop button until the engine starts. Turning the engine is just as easy. Shift the vehicle into park or neutral, press the Engine Start/Stop button again.

How do you start a Kia Sportage with a key?

You can either use your physical key tucked neatly away inside the key fob itself, or you can get a replacement battery: Starting the Car – If you notice the battery in your key fob losing power, simply hold the key fob to the remote start button. Simply use the key to push the button to start.

Is my car battery dead if the lights turn on?

Even if your lights, radio or accessories turn on, your battery may still be dead or undercharged. These components require a lot less power than the starter. Therefore, your battery may have enough ability to turn the radio/lights on, but not enough to turn on the starter.

Why won’t my car start if it’s not the battery?

If your vehicle won’t start, it’s usually caused by a dying or dead battery, loose or corroded connection cables, a bad alternator or an issue with the starter. It can be hard to determine if you’re dealing with a battery or an alternator problem.

How do I start my Kia Sportage with the key?

Starting the Car – If you notice the battery in your key fob losing power, simply hold the key fob to the remote start button. Simply use the key to push the button to start.

What does it mean when I try to start my car and nothing happens?

If nothing happens when you turn the ignition key to the “Start” position, it means that the starter motor doesn’t turn over the engine. Most commonly this could be caused by a dead battery; read above How to check the battery.