Hybrid battery SOC (State of Charge) gauge

Figure 1. Type A
OMQ4H040107
Figure 2. Type B
OMQ4AH040104

This gauge indicates the remaining hybrid battery power. If the SOC is near the "L (Low)" level, the vehicle automatically operates the engine to charge the battery.

However, if the Service Indicator ( ) and Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ( ) turn on when the SOC gauge is near the "L (Low)" level, have the vehicle be checked by an authorized Kia dealer.