Kia Sportage: Theft-alarm stageThe alarm will be activated if any of the following occurs while the system is armed.
The horn will sound and the hazard warning lights will blink continuously for approximately 27 seconds, and repeat the horn 3 times unless the system is disarmed. To turn off the system, unlock the doors with the ignition key or transmitter (or smart key).
Armed stage
Disarmed stageShift Cable: Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Check the damage and operation of the control cable.
2.
Check the damage of the boot.
3.
Check the damage and corrosion of the bushing.
4.
Check the damage or weakening o ...
Noise and smoke
When the air bags inflate, they make a loud noise and they leave smoke and powder
in the air inside of the vehicle. This is normal and is a result of the ignition
of the air bag inflator. After th ...