Warning lights
NOTICE
Warning lights
Make sure that all warning lights are OFF after starting the engine. If any light is still ON, this indicates a situation that needs attention.
Air bag warning light, Seat belt warning light
Air bag warning light
This warning light illuminates:
- Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
- It illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and then goes off. - When there is a malfunction with the SRS.
In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Seat belt warning light
This warning light informs the driver that the seat belt is not fastened.
Parking brake & brake fluid warning light
This warning light illuminates:
- Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
- It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds
- It remains on if the parking brake is applied. - When the parking brake is applied.
- When the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low.
- If the warning light illuminates with the parking brake released, it indicates the brake fluid level in reservoir is low.
If the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low:
1. Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle.
2. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required (For more details, refer to “Brake fluid” on page 8-30). Then check all brake components for fluid leaks. If any leak on the brake system is still found, the warning light remains on, or the brakes do not operate properly, do not drive the vehicle. In this case, have the vehicle towed to a professional workshop and inspected. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Dual-diagonal braking system
Your vehicle is equipped with dual-diagonal braking systems. This means you still have braking on two wheels even if one of the dual systems should fail. With only one of the dual systems working, more than normal pedal travel and greater pedal pressure are required to stop the vehicle.
Also, the vehicle will not stop in as short a distance with only a portion of the brake system working.
If the brakes fail while you are driving, shift to a lower gear for additional engine braking and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
WARNING
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light
Driving the vehicle with a warning light ON is dangerous. If the Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light illuminates with the parking brake released, it indicates that the brake fluid level is low.
In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light, Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) system warning light
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light
This warning light illuminates:
- Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop button to the ON position.
- It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. - When there is a malfunction with the ABS (The normal braking system will still be operational without the assistance of the anti-lock brake system). In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) system warning light
These two warning lights illuminate at the same time while driving:
- When the ABS and regular brake system may not work normally. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
WARNING
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) system warning light
When both ABS and Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Lights are on, the brake system will not work normally and you may experience an unexpected and dangerous situation during sudden braking.
In this case, avoid high speed driving and abrupt braking.
Have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop as soon as possible. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
NOTICE
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) system warning light
When the ABS Warning Light is on or both ABS and Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Lights are on, the speedometer, odometer, or tripmeter may not work. Also, the EPS Warning Light may illuminate and the steering effort may increase or decrease.
In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop as soon as possible. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Electronic Power Steering (EPS) warning light, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
Electronic Power Steering (EPS) warning light
This warning light illuminates:
- Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
- This indicator light comes on after the ignition key is turned to the ON position and then goes out after approximately 3 seconds. - When there is a malfunction with the EPS.
In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
This warning light illuminates:
- Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
- It remains on until the engine is started. - When there is a malfunction with the emission control system. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
CAUTION
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
Driving with the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on may cause damage to the emission control systems which could effe
CAUTION
Gasoline Engine
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminates, potential catalytic converter damage is possible which could result in loss of engine power. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop as soon as possible.
Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Charging system warning light
This warning light illuminates:
- Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop button to the ON position.
- It remains on until the engine is started. - When there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system.
If there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system:
1. Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle.
2. Turn the engine off and check the alternator drive belt for looseness or breakage.
In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop as soon as possible.
Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Engine oil pressure warning light
This warning light illuminates:
- Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
- It remains on until the engine is started. - When the engine oil pressure is low.
If the engine oil pressure is low:
1. Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle.
2. Turn the engine off and check the engine oil level (For more details, refer to “Engine oil” on page 8-31). If the level is low, add oil as required.
If the warning light remains on after adding oil or if oil is not available, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop as soon as possible. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
CAUTION
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
- If the engine does not stop immediately after the Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light is illuminated, severe damage could result.
- If the warning light stays on while the engine is running, it indicates that there may be serious engine damage or malfunction. In this case,
1. Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
2. Turn off the engine and check the oil level. If the oil level is low, fill the engine oil to the proper level.
3. Start the engine again. If the warning light stays on after the engine is started, turn the engine off immediately. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Engine Oil Level Warning Light
The engine oil level warning light illuminates when the engine oil level should be checked. If the warning light comes on, check the engine oil level as soon as possible and add engine oil as required.
Slowly pour the recommended oil little by little into a funnel.(Oil refill capacity : Approximately 0.6 l~1.0 l)
Use only the specified engine oil.(Refer to “Recommended lubricants and capacities” on page 9-11.)
Do not overfill the engine oil to ensure the oil level is not above F mark on the dipstick.
NOTICE
- If you travel approximately 50 km after adding the engine oil, the warning light will go off.
- Cycle the ignition from OFF to ON 3 times within 10 seconds, the warning light will go off immediately. However, when you turn off the warning light without adding the engine oil, the light will come on again after traveling approximately 50 km.
CAUTION
If the light comes on continuously after adding the engine oil and traveling approximately 50 km, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop as soon as possible. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. Even if this light does not come on after the engine has started, the engine oil should be checked and supplied periodically.
Low fuel level warning light, Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
Low fuel level warning light
This warning light illuminates:
When the fuel tank is nearly empty
If the fuel tank is nearly empty:
Add fuel as soon as possible.
CAUTION
Low Fuel Level
Driving with the Low Fuel Level warning light on or with the fuel level below “0” can cause the engine to misfire and damage the catalytic converter (if equipped).
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:
- Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
- It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. - When one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated (The location of the underinflated tires are displayed on the LCD display).
This warning light remains on after blinking for approximately 60 seconds or repeats blinking and off at the intervals of approximately 3 seconds:
• When there is a malfunction with the TPMS.
In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop as soon as possible.
Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
WARNING
Safe Stopping
- The TPMS cannot alert you to severe and sudden tire damage caused by external factors.
- If you notice any vehicle instability, immediately take your foot off the accelerator pedal, apply the brakes gradually with light force, and slowly move to a safe position off the road.
Forward Collision- Avoidance Assist (FCA) warning light, Master warning light
Forward Collision- Avoidance Assist (FCA) warning light
This indicator light illuminates:
• When there is a malfunction with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system.
In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/ service partner.
Master warning light
This indicator light illuminates:
• This warning light informs the driver the following situations
- LED headlamp malfunction (if equipped)
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning system malfunction (if equipped)
- Smart Cruise Control malfunction (if equipped)
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist system malfunction (if equipped)
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning radar blocked (if equipped)
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go radar blocked (if equipped)
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist radar blocked (if equipped)
- Lamp malfunction
- High Beam Assist malfunction (if equipped)
To identify the details of the warning look at the LCD display.
If the warning situation is solved, the master warning light will turn off.
Exhaust system (GPF) warning light
This warning light illuminates:
- When there is a malfunction with Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) system.
- When this warning light illuminates, it may turn off after driving the vehicle:
- The vehicle should be driven for more than 30 minutes at a speed of 80k m/h (50 mph) and faster.
- Ensure the following conditions are all met: safe road conditions, transmission 3rd gear or above, and engine speed of 1,500 - 4,000 rpm.
If this warning light blinks in spite of the procedure (at this time the LCD warning message will be displayed), have the GPF system checked by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
CAUTION
Gasoline Engine with GPF (if equipped)
If you continue to drive with the GPF warning light blinking for a long time, the GPF system can be damaged and fuel consumption can worsen.
Overspeed warning light, LED headlamp warning light
Overspeed warning light
This warning light blinks:
- When you drive the vehicle more than 120 km/h.
- This is to prevent you from driving your vehicle with overspeed.
- The overspeed warning chime also sound for approximately 5 seconds.
LED headlamp warning light
This warning light illuminates:
- Once you set the Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
- It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. - When there is a malfunction with the LED headlamp.
In this case, Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
This warning light blinks:
• When there is a malfunction with a LED headlamp related part.
In this case, Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
NOTICE
Continuous driving with the LED Headlamp Warning Light on or blinking can reduce LED headlamp (low beam) life.
Door ajar warning light, Tailgate open warning light, Washer fluid warning light
Door ajar warning light
This warning light illuminates:
When a door is not closed securely.
Tailgate open warning light
This warning light illuminates:
When the tailgate is not closed securely.
Washer fluid warning light
This warning light illuminates:
• When the washer fluid level in the reservoir is nearly empty.
In this case, you should refill the washer fluid.
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