Why is my Kia Sportage key stuck in the lock?

Why is my Kia Sportage key stuck in the lock?

This prevents your Sportage from “rolling off”. When the vehicle is in any other gear than park will act like neutral and roll away without the parking brake on. Leaving the key stuck in the lock is the manufacturers way of telling you that you need to put it in park before you leave the driver’s seat.

What to do if your Kia key goes bad?

If you have no key to duplicate, many manufacturers can use the VIN number to cut you a brand new OEM key. Just be prepared to prove ownership to Kia in some way. The Sportage’s ignition lock cylinder itself can go bad over time.

What to do when your key is stuck in the ignition?

Give the wheel a wiggle while lightly trying to turn the key out of the ignition. If the steering lock is causing a bind, this will relieve the pressure and get the key out.

What to do if your Kia Sportage key is stuck?

This is a very common situation when you park on hills, park with the wheels turned all the way in one direction, or if the wheels were turned with the vehicle not moving before the ignition was shut off. Make sure your Sportage is in park. Even if it is in park, push the shifter up higher toward park while gently turning the key.

Why is my Kia not shifting out of Park?

No programming is required to change the brake light switch. The ignition tumbler is worn out – The ignition switch starts your car and, at the same time, locks the steering wheel. Shift interlock solenoid is part of the ignition lock. That’s why the transmission cannot be shifted out of the park when the key is removed.

Give the wheel a wiggle while lightly trying to turn the key out of the ignition. If the steering lock is causing a bind, this will relieve the pressure and get the key out.

Can a brake light switch be replaced on a Kia?

Replacing the brake light switch is a straightforward process. No programming is required to change the brake light switch. The ignition tumbler is worn out – The ignition switch starts your car and, at the same time, locks the steering wheel. Shift interlock solenoid is part of the ignition lock.

What kind of key fob does a Kia Soul have?

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Where is the program FOB on a Kia Sportage?

1. Open the drivers side door 2. Turn the Vehicle ignition to the ON position (Do not start the vehicle) 3. Locate the disarm/program button. (look closely, it is located on the wiring harness just inside the lower dash. it could be located just inside the fuse cover.)

What’s the price of a 2011 Kia Sportage?

Stepping up to the LX trim level adds about $1,000 to the price, with the EX trim coming in at around $23,000. The turbocharged SX trim starts at around $26,000, but when it’s topped with every option, that price can creep up to the near-$30,000 mark.