Engine start/stop button
Illuminated engine start/stop button
Whenever the front door is opened, the engine start/stop button will illuminate for your convenience. The light will go off after about 30 seconds when the door is closed. It will also go off immediately when the theft-alarm system is armed.
Engine start/stop button position
OFF
With manual transmission
To turn off the engine (START/RUN position) or vehicle power (ON position), stop the vehicle, then press the engine start/stop button.
With Dual clutch transmission /Intelligent Variable Transmission
To turn off the engine (START/RUN position) or vehicle power (ON position), press the engine start/stop button with the shift lever in the P (Park) position. When you press the engine start/stop button without the shift lever in the P (Park) position, the engine start/stop button will not change to the OFF position but to the ACC position.
Vehicles equipped with anti-theft steering column lock
The steering wheel locks when the engine start/stop button is in the OFF position to protect you against theft.
It locks when the door is opened.
If the steering wheel is not locked properly when you open the driver's door, the warning chime will sound. Try locking the steering wheel again. If the problem is not solved, have the system checked by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
In addition, if the engine start/stop button is in the OFF position after the driver's door is opened, the steering wheel will not lock and the warning chime will sound. If that occurs, close the door. Then the steering wheel will lock and the warning chime will stop.
✽ NOTICE
If the steering wheel doesn't unlock properly, the engine start/stop button will not work. Press the engine start/stop button while turning the steering wheel right and left to release the tension.
✽ NOTICE
You are able to turn off the engine (START/RUN) or vehicle power (ON), only when the vehicle is not in motion.
CAUTION
In an emergency situation while the vehicle is in motion, you are able to turn the engine off and to the ACC position by pressing the engine start/stop button for more than 2 seconds or 3 times successively within 3 seconds. If the vehicle is still moving, to restart the vehicle:
- Manual transmission - Press the engine start/stop button with shift lever in neutral and clutch pedal depressed.
- Dual clutch transmission/ Intelligent Variable Transmission - Press the engine start/stop button when vehicle speed is 5 km/h or over.
ACC(Accessory)
With manual transmission
Press the engine start/stop button when the button is in the OFF position without depressing the clutch pedal.
With Dual clutch transmission/ Intelligent Variable Transmission
Press the engine start/stop button while it is in the OFF position without depressing the brake pedal.
The steering wheel unlocks and electrical accessories are operational.
If the engine start/stop button is in the ACC position for more than 1 hour, the button is turned off automatically to prevent battery discharge.
ON
With manual transmission
Press the engine start/stop button when the button is in the ACC position without depressing the clutch pedal.
With Dual clutch transmission/ Intelligent Variable Transmission
Press the engine start/stop button while it is in the ACC position without depressing the brake pedal.
The warning lights can be checked before the engine is started. Do not leave the engine start/stop button in the ON position for a long time. The battery may discharge, because the engine is not running.
START/RUN
With manual transmission
To start the engine, depress the clutch pedal and brake pedal, then press the engine start/stop button with the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position.
With Dual clutch transmission/ Intelligent Variable Transmission
To start the engine, depress the brake pedal and press the engine start/stop button with the shift lever in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position. For your safety, start the engine with the shift lever in the P (Park) position.
✽ NOTICE
If you press the engine start/stop button without depressing the clutch pedal for manual transmission vehicles or without depressing the brake pedal for manual transmission/ Dual clutch transmission/Intelligent Variable Transmission vehicles, the engine will not start and the engine start/stop button changes as follow: OFF ➔ACC ➔ ON ➔ OFF or ACC
✽ NOTICE
If you leave the engine start/stop button in the ACC or ON position for a long time, the battery will discharge.
WARNING
- Never press the engine start/stop button while the vehicle is in motion. This could result in loss of directional control and braking function, which could cause an accident.
- The anti-theft steering column lock is not a substitute for the parking brake. Before leaving the driver's seat, always make sure the shift lever is engaged in P (Park), set the parking brake fully and shut the engine off. Unexpected and sudden vehicle movement may occur if these precautions are not taken.
- Never reach for the engine start / stop button or any other controls through the steering wheel while the vehicle is in motion. The presence of your hand or arm in the area could cause loss of vehicle control, an accident and serious bodily injury or death.
- Do not place any movable objects around the driver's seat as they may move while driving, interfere with the driver and lead to an accident.
Starting the engine
WARNING
- Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle. Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski boots,etc.) may interfere with your ability to use the brake, accelerator and clutch pedal.
- Do not start the vehicle with the accelerator pedal depressed. The vehicle can move and lead to an accident.
- Wait until the engine rpm is normal. The vehicle may suddenly move if the brake pedal is released when the rpm is high.
Starting the engine
1. Carry the smart key or place it inside the vehicle.
2. Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied.
3. Manual Transmission - Depress the clutch pedal fully and shift the transmission into Neutral. Keep the clutch pedal and brake pedal depressed while starting the engine.
Dual clutch transmission/ Intelligent Variable Transmission - Place the transmission shift lever in P (Park). Depress the brake pedal fully.
You can also start the engine when the shift lever is in the N (Neutral) position.
4. Press the engine start/stop button. It should be started without depressing the accelerator pedal.
5. Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving at moderate engine speeds. (Extreme and/or excessive accelerating and decelerating should be avoided.)
Starting and stopping the engine for turbocharger intercooler
1. Do not race or accelerate the engine immediately after starting. If the engine is cold, idle for several seconds to ensure sufficient lubrication in the turbocharger unit.
2. After high speed or extended driving, requiring a heavy engine load, idle the engine about 1 minute before turning it off. This idle time will allow the turbocharger to cool prior to shutting the engine off.
CAUTION
Do not turn the engine off immediately after it has been subjected to a heavy load. Doing so may cause severe damage to the engine or turbocharger unit.
Starting the engine with smart key
- Even if the smart key is in the vehicle, if it is far away from you, the engine may not start.
- When the engine start/stop button is in the ACC position or above, if any door is opened, the system checks for the smart key. If the smart key is not in the vehicle, the “
” indicator and a message “Key is not in the vehicle” will appear on the instrument cluster and LCD window. And if all doors are closed, the chime will sound for 5 seconds. The indicator or warning will turn off while the vehicle is moving. Always have the smart key with you.
WARNING
The engine will start only when the smart key is in the vehicle. Never allow children or any person who is unfamiliar with the vehicle touch the engine start/stop button or related parts. Pushing the engine start/stop button while the smart key is in the vehicle may result in unintended engine activation and/or unintended vehicle movement.
CAUTION
If the engine stalls while the vehicle is in motion, do not attempt to move the shift lever to the P (Park) position. If the traffic and road conditions permit, you may put the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position while the vehicle is still moving and press the engine start/stop button in an attempt to restart the engine.
✽ NOTICE
- If the battery is weak or the smart key does not work correctly, you can start the engine by pressing the engine start/stop button with the smart key. The side with the lock button should contact the engine start/stop button directly. When you press the engine start/stop button directly with the smart key, the smart key should contact the button at a right angle.
- When the stop lamp fuse is blown, you cannot start the engine normally. Replace the fuse with a new one. If it is not possible, you can start the engine by pressing the engine start/ stop button for 10 seconds while it is in the ACC position. The engine can start without depressing the brake pedal. But for your safety, always depress the brake pedal and clutch pedal (if equipped) before starting the engine.
CAUTION
- Do not press the engine start/stop button for more than 10 seconds except when the stop lamp fuse is blown.
- Do not turn the ignition switch to the START position with the engine running. It may damage the starter.
Stopping the engine (Manual Transmission)
1. Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped and keep the clutch pedal and brake pedal depressed.
2. Shift the transmission into Neutral while depressing the clutch pedal and brake pedal.
3. Engage the parking brake while depressing the brake pedal.
4. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position and remove it.
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