Warning and indicator lights

Once you set the vehicle to the ON position, the symbols shown below will light up. If these symbols remain on or malfunction, we recommend having the vehicle inspected by an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.

Symbol	Time	Notes
	6 seconds	The air bag warning light illuminates for about 6 seconds and then turns off.
	Continuously	There is a malfunction with the Safety Restraint System (SRS) air bag operation.
	Continuously	Seat belt warning light informs the driver that the seat belt is not fastened. Refer to More Details.
	3 seconds	Parking brake & brake fluid warning light illuminates for approximately 3 seconds.
	Continuously	When the parking brake is applied. When the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low.
	3 seconds	The ABS warning light illuminates for about 3 seconds and then goes off.
	Continuously	Whenever there is a malfunction with the ABS.
	Continuously	Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system warning light illuminates when there is a problem with the Electronic Brake Force Distribution system.
	3 seconds	Electric Power Steering (EPS) warning light illuminates for about 3 seconds and then goes off.
	Continuously	Whenever there is a malfunction with the electric power steering.
	3 seconds	Charging system warning light illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
	Continuously	Whenever there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system.
	Continuously	Master warning light illuminates when there is a malfunction in various vehicle functions. To identify the details of the warning, refer to the LCD display warning message.
	3 seconds	Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
	Continuously	Whenever there is a malfunction with either the emission control system or the engine or the vehicle powertrain.
	Continuously	Engine oil pressure warning light illuminates until the engine is started. When the engine oil pressure is low.
	Continuously	When the fuel tank is nearly empty.
	Continuously	When there is a malfunction with Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)/Petrol Particulate Filter (PPF) system.
	Continuously	When the engine is being preheated. The engine can be started after the glow indicator light goes off.
	3 seconds	Fuel filter warning light illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. (For diesel engine)
	Continuously	When water has accumulated inside the fuel filter.
	3 seconds	Low tyre pressure warning light illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
	Continuously	When one or more of your tyres are significantly underinflated.
	Blinking	When there is a malfunction with the TPMS. Refer to More Details.
	3 seconds	LED headlight warning light illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
	Continuously	Whenever there is a malfunction with the LED headlight.
	Blinking	Whenever there is a malfunction with a LED headlight related part.
	Continuously	Icy road warning light and outside temperature gauge blinks and then illuminates. Also, the warning chime sounds 1 time.
	3 seconds	Electronic Stability Control indicator light illuminates for about 3 seconds and then goes off.
	Continuously	Whenever there is a malfunction with ESC system.
	3 seconds	The ESC OFF indicator light illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
	Continuously	When you deactivate ESC system by pressing the ESC OFF button. Refer to More Details.
	Continuously	When the vehicle detects the key in the vehicle in ACC/ON position
	Blinking	When the key is not in the vehicle Whenever there is a malfunction with the immobiliser system.
	2 seconds	When the vehicle cannot detect the key.
	Blinks	When the turn signal light is on
	Continuously	When high-beam headlamps are on.
	Continuously	When low-beam headlamps are on.
	Continuously	When the light switch is in the ON position
	Continuously	When the front fog lights are on.
	3 seconds	Downhill Brake Control (DBC) indicator light illuminates for about 3 seconds and then goes off.
	Continuously	When you activate the system by pressing the DBC button. Refer to More Details.
ECO SPORT	Continuously	When you select each mode as drive mode. Refer to More Details.

Notice

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.
Engine oil pressure warning light - When the engine oil pressure is low
- Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle.
- Turn the engine off and check the engine oil level (For more details, refer to More Details). If the level is low, add oil as required.
- If the engine oil pressure 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 authorised Kia dealer/service partner. Continued driving with the warning light on may cause engine failure.
- When engine oil pressure decreases due to insufficient engine oil, etc., the engine oil pressure warning light will illuminate.
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) warning light
- Exhaust system (DPF) warning light may turn off after the vehicle speed is over approximately 60km/h (37 mph), or above 2nd gear with 1,500~2,500 rpm for a certain time (for about 25 minutes).
- If this warning light blinks in spite of the procedure (at this time the LCD warning message will be displayed), have the system checked by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
Exhaust system (PPF) warning light
- Exhaust system (PPF) warning light () may turn off after the vehicle speed is over approximately 80 km/h (50 mph), or above 3rd gear with 1,500~4,000 rpm for a certain time (approximately 30 minutes).
- If this warning light blinks in spite of the procedure (at this time the LCD warning message will be displayed), have the system checked by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.

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 visiting an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
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. We recommend you have the vehicle inspected by an authorised Kia dealer/service partner as soon as possible.
Safe stopping
- The TPMS cannot alert you to severe and sudden tyre 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.

Caution

Low fuel level warning light
- Driving with the Low fuel level warning light on or with the fuel level below "E" can cause the engine to misfire.
Fuel filter warning light
- When the fuel filter warning light illuminates, engine power (vehicle speed & idle speed) may decrease.
- If you keep driving with the fuel filter warning light () on, engine parts (injector, common rail, high pressure fuel pump) may be damaged. If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop as soon as possible. Kia recommends to visit an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
Exhaust system warning light
- If you continue to drive with the exhaust system warning light () blinking for a long time, the system can be damaged and fuel consumption can worsen.
Diesel Engine with DPF

If you continue to drive with the DPF warning light blinking for a long time, the DPF system can be damaged and fuel consumption can worsen.

Notice

Make sure that all warning lights are OFF after starting the vehicle. If any light is still ON, this indicates a situation that needs attention.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
- This indicator light illuminates when you set the vehicle to the ON position. The malfunction indicator light illuminates for about 3 seconds and then goes off.
  
  Whenever there is a malfunction with either the emission control system or the engine or the vehicle powertrain. If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
- If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminates, potential catalytic converter damage is possible which could result in loss of engine power. In this case, we recommend that you have the vehicle inspected by an authorised Kia dealer/service partner as soon as possible.
- Driving with the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on may cause damage to the emission control system which could affect drivability and/or fuel economy.
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, avoid high speed driving and abrupt braking. We recommend you have the vehicle inspected by an authorised Kia dealer/service partner as soon as possible.
Continuous driving with the LED Headlight warning light on or blinking can reduce LED headlight life.
If the icy road warning light appears whilst driving, you should drive more attentively and safely refraining from over-speeding, rapid acceleration, sudden braking or sharp turning, etc.