Kia Sportage 2022 Lighting, Wipers, and Washers 

The detailed 2022 Kia Sportage Lighting and Washers Guidelines are intended to shed light on the appropriate use and upkeep of the car’s washer and lighting systems. These recommendations, which emphasize improving safety and visibility, offer helpful information on how to use headlights, taillights, interior lighting, and windshield wipers and washers. These recommendations enable owners of Sportage vehicles to make well-informed decisions, maximize the efficiency of their washer and lighting systems, and ultimately improve the safety and comfort of their driving experience—whether negotiating difficult weather conditions or guaranteeing good visibility at night.

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

Battery saver function

•  The purpose of this feature is to prevent the battery from being discharged if the lights are left in the ON position. The system automatically shuts off the parking lights 30 seconds after the ignition key is removed and the driver’s door is opened and closed. With this feature, the parking lights will turn off automatically if the driver parks on the side of the road at night and opens the driver’s side door.

If necessary, to keep the parking lights on when the ignition key is removed, perform the following:

1. 1.  Open the driver-side door.
   2. Turn the parking lights OFF and ON again using the light switch on the steering column.

Daytime running light (if equipped)

The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, and it is especially helpful after dawn and before sunset.

The DRL system turns OFF when:

1. The headlight switch is ON.
2. The engine is OFF.
3. Engaging the Parking Brake
4. The front fog light is ON.

Lighting control

The light switch has a Headlight and a Parking light position.

To operate the lights, turn the knob at the end of the control lever to one of the following positions:

1. OFF position
2.  Auto light position
3.  Parking and tail light
4.  Headlight position

Parking and tail light 

When the light switch is in the parking light position, the tail, license, and instrument panel lights will turn ON.

Headlight position 

When the light switch is in the head-light position, the head, tail, and license lights will turn ON.

NOTICE
The ignition switch must be in the ON position to turn on the headlights.

Auto light position

CAUTION
Never place anything over the sensor (1) located on the instrument panel as this will ensure better auto-light system control. Do not clean the sensor using a window cleaner as the cleaner may leave a light film that could interfere with the sensor’s operation. If your vehicle has window tint or other types of metallic coating on the front windshield, the Auto light system may not work properly.

High beam operation

• To turn on the high beam headlamp, push the lever away from you. The lever will return to its original position.
• The high beam indicator will light when the headlight high beams are switched on.
• To turn off the high beam headlamp, pull the lever to you when the high beam is on. The lever will return to its original position.
• To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on for a prolonged time while the engine is not running.

WARNING – High beams
Do not use a high beam when there are other vehicles. Using a high beam could obstruct the other driver’s vision.

To flash the headlights, pull the lever towards you. It will return to the normal (low beam) position when released. The headlight switch does not need to be on to use this flashing feature.

High Beam Assist (HBA)

High Beam Assist is a system that automatically adjusts the headlamp range (switches between high beam and low beam) according to the brightness of other vehicles and road conditions.

Operating condition

1. Place the light switch in the AUTO position.
2. Turn on the high beam by pushing the lever away from you. The High Beam Assist ( ) indicator will illuminate.
3. High Beam Assist will turn on when vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 kph).
   1.  If the lever is pushed away when High Beam Assist is operating, the High Beam Assist will turn off and the high beam will be on continuously. The High Beam Assist ( ) indicator will turn off.
   2.  If the lever is pushed away from you when High Beam Assist is operating, High Beam Assist will turn off and the standard high beams will turn ON.
4.  If the light switch is placed in the headlamp position, the High Beam Assist will turn off and the low beam will be on continuously.

High beam switches to low beam in the below conditions.

• When High Beam Assist is off.
• When the light switch is not in the AUTO position.
• When the headlamp is detected by an on-coming vehicle
• When the tail lamp is detected from the front vehicle.
• When the surrounding is bright enough high beams are not needed.
• When streetlights or other lights are detected.
• When vehicle speed is below 19 mph (30 kph).
• When the headlamp/taillamp of a bicycle/motorcycle is detected

Warning light and message

When the High Beam Assist System is not working properly, the warning message will come on for a few seconds. After the message disappears, the master warning light ( ) will illuminate. Take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked.

The system may not operate normally in the below conditions.

• When the light from a vehicle is not detected because of lamp damage, hidden from sight, etc.
• When the lamp of a vehicle is covered with dust, snow, or water.
• When the light from a vehicle is not detected because of exhaust fumes, smoke, fog, snow, etc.
• When the front window is covered with foreign matters such as ice, dust, fog, or is damaged.
• When there is a similar shape to a vehicle’s lamps.
• When it is hard to see because of fog, heavy rain, or snow.
• When the headlamp is not repaired or replaced at an authorized dealer.
• When headlamp aiming is not properly adjusted.
• When driving on a narrow curved road or rough road.
• When driving downhill or uphill.
• When only part of the vehicle in front is visible on a crossroad or curved road.
• When there is a traffic light, reflecting sign, flashing sign, or mirror.
• When the road conditions are bad such as being wet or covered with snow.
• When the front vehicle’s head lamps are off but the fog lamps are on.
• When a vehicle suddenly appears from a curve.
• When the vehicle is tilted from a flat tire or being towed.
• When the LKA (Lane Keeping Assist) warning light illuminates.

NOTICE

• Do not place any accessories, stickers, or tint on the windshield.
• Have the windshield glass replaced by an authorized dealer.
• Do not remove or damage related parts of the High Beam Assist system.
• Be careful that water doesn’t get into the High Beam Assist unit.
• Do not place objects on the dashboard that reflect light such as mirrors, white paper, etc. The sys-tem may not function properly if sunlight is reflected.
• At times, the Smart High Beam system may not operate due to sys-tem limitations. Always check the road conditions for your safety. When the system does not operate normally, manually change between the high beam and low beam.
• While other beeps such as the seat belt warning sound are in operation and override the LKA alarming system, LKA beeps may not occur.

Turn signals and lane change signals

The ignition switch must be on for the turn signals to function. To turn on the turn signals, move the lever up or down (A). The green arrow indicators on the instrument panel indicate which turn signal is operating. They will self-cancel after a turn is completed. If the indicator continues to flash after a turn, manually return the lever to the OFF position. To signal a lane change, move the turn signal lever slightly and hold it in position (B). The lever will return to the OFF position when released. If an indicator stays on and does not flash or if it flashes abnormally, one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out and will require replacement.

NOTICE
If an indicator flash is abnormally quick or slow, a bulb may be burned out or have a poor electrical connection in the circuit.

Front fog light (if equipped)

Fog lights are used to provide improved visibility when visibility is poor due to fog, rain snow, etc. The fog lights will turn on when the fog light switch (1) is turned to the on position after the headlight is turned on. To turn off the fog lights, turn the fog light switch (1) to the OFF position. When in operation, the fog lights consume large amounts of vehicle electrical power. Only use the fog lights when visibility is poor.

Check headlight

This warning message illuminates if there is a malfunction (burned-out bulb except for LED lamp or circuit malfunction) with the headlamp. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

NOTICE
When replacing the bulb, use the same wattage bulb. For more information, refer to “BULB WATTAGE” in chapter 7. If a different wattage bulb is equipped with the vehicle, this warning message is not displayed.

Dynamic Bending Light (DBL)(if equipped)

Dynamic Bending Light (DBL) uses the steering angle and vehicle speed, to keep your field of vision wide by swiveling and leveling the headlamp. Change the switch to the AUTO position when the engine is running. The Dynamic Bending Light (DBL) system will operate when the headlamp is ON. To turn off the DBL, change the switch to other positions. After turning the DBL off, headlamp swiveling no longer occurs, but leveling operates continuously. If the DBL malfunction indicator comes on, the DBL is not working properly. Drive to the nearest safe location and restart the engine. If the indicator continuously remains on, have the system checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

WIPERS AND WASHERS

Windshield wiper/washer

A: Wiper speed control (front)

• MIST – Single wipe
  OFF – Off
  INT – Intermittent wipe
  LO – Low wiper speed
  HI – High wiper speed
  B: Intermittent control wipe time adjustment
  C: Wash with brief wipes (front)*
  D: Rear wiper/washer control
• HI – Continuous wipe
• LO – Intermittent wipe
• OFF – Off
  E: Wash with brief wipes (rear) if equipped

Windshield wipers

Operates as follows when the ignition switch is turned ON.
MIST: For a single wiping cycle, move the lever to this (MIST) position and release it. The wipers will operate continuously if the lever is held in this position.

OFF: The Wiper is not in operation
INT: Wiper operates intermittently at the same wiping intervals. Use this mode in light rain or mist. To vary the speed setting, turn the speed control knob.

LO: Normal wiper speed
HI: Fast wiper speed

NOTICE
If there is heavy accumulation of snow or ice on the windshield, defrost the windshield for about 10 minutes, or until the snow and/or ice is removed before using the windshield wipers to ensure proper operation.
If you do not remove the snow and/or ice before using the wiper and washer, it may damage the wiper and washer system.

Front windshield washers

In the OFF position, pull the lever gently toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield and to run the wipers 1-3 cycles. Use this function when the windshield is dirty. The spray and wiper operation will continue until you release the lever. If the washer does not work, check the washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not sufficient, you will need to add appropriate non-abrasive windshield washer fluid to the washer reservoir. The reservoir filler neck is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side.

CAUTION
Washer pump
To prevent possible damage to the washer pump, do not operate the washer when the fluid reservoir is empty.

WARNING
Obscured visibility
Do not use the washer in freezing temperatures without first warming the windshield with the defrosters; the washer solution could freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision.

CAUTION – Wipers &windshields

• To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry.
• To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them.
• To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do not attempt to move the wipers manually.

Rear window wiper and washer switch

The rear window wiper and washer switch is located at the end of the wiper and washer switch lever. Turn the switch to the desired position to operate the rear wiper and washer.

• HI: Continuous wipe
• LO: Intermittent wipe
• OFF: OFF

Push the lever away from you to spray the rear washer fluid and run the rear wipers for 1~3 cycle. The spray and wiper operation will continue until you release the lever

FAQ