Warning messages
Warning messages appear on the LCD to warn the driver. It is located in the centre of the instrument cluster.
The warning message may appear differently depending on the type of instrument cluster and some may not show the warning message at all.
The warning message is shown in either symbol, symbol and text, or text type only.
Door, bonnet, tailgate open

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This warning is displayed indicating which door, or the bonnet, or the tailgate is open.
Sunroof open (if equipped)

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This warning is displayed if you turn off the engine when the sunroof is open.
Window open (if equipped)

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This warning is displayed if you turn off the engine when any window is open.
Lights mode


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This indicator displays which exterior light is selected using the lighting control.
You can activate or deactivate Wiper/Lights Display function from the User Settings mode in the cluster LCD display or the Settings in the Infotainment System screen.
Wiper mode


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This indicator displays which wiper speed is selected using the wiper control.
You can activate or deactivate Wiper/Lights Display function from the User Settings mode in the cluster LCD display or the Settings in the Infotainment System screen.
Engine has overheated
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This warning message illuminates when the engine coolant temperature exceeds the proper range. This mean that the engine is overheated and may be damaged.
* If your vehicle is overheated, refer to More Details.
Shift to P/Press P
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This warning message illuminates if you try to turn off the engine without the gear in P (Park) position.
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At this time, the ENGINE START/STOP button turns to the ACC position.
Vehicle is in N. Press START button, shift to P and turn vehicle Off
This message is displayed if you try to turn off the vehicle with the gear in N (Neutral).
To turn off the vehicle:
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Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
The button will change to the ON position.
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The gear to P (Park) position.
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Press the ENGINE START/STOP again, then the vehicle will turn off.
Low key battery
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This warning message illuminates if the battery of the smart key is discharged when the ENGINE START/STOP button changes to the OFF position.
Press START button whilst turning wheel
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This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not unlock normally when the ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed.
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It means that you should press the ENGINE START/STOP button whilst turning the steering wheel right and left.
Check Steering Wheel Lock System
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This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not lock normally when the ENGINE START/STOP button changes to the OFF position.
Press brake pedal to start engine
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This warning message illuminates if the ENGINE START/STOP button changes to the ACC position twice by pressing the button repeatedly without depressing the brake pedal.
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It means that you should depress the brake pedal to start the engine.
Key not in vehicle
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This warning message illuminates if the smart key is not in the vehicle when you press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
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It means that you should always have the smart key with you.
Key not detected
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This warning message illuminates if the smart key is not detected when you press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
Press START button again
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This warning message illuminates if you can not operate the ENGINE START/STOP button when there is a problem with the ENGINE START/STOP button system.
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It means that you could start the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button once more.
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If the warning illuminates each time you press the ENGINE START/STOP button, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
Press START button with key
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This warning message illuminates if you press the ENGINE START/STOP button whilst the warning message “Key not detected” is illuminating.
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At this time, the immobiliser indicator light blinks.
Turn on FUSE SWITCH
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This warning message illuminates if the fuse switch is OFF.
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It means that you should turn the fuse switch on.
* For more details, refer to More Details.
Check BRAKE SWITCH fuse
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This warning message illuminates if the brake switch fuse is disconnected.
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It means that you should replace the fuse with a new one. If that is not possible, you can start the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button for 10 seconds in the ACC position.
Shift to P or N to start engine
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This warning message illuminates if you try to start the engine with the shift gear not in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position.

You can start the engine with the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position. But, for your safety, we recommend that you start the engine with the gear in the P (Park) position.
Check exhaust system (if equipped)
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This warning message illuminates if the PPF system has a malfunction.
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At this time, PPF warning light also blinks.
In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommended to visit an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
* PPF : Petrol Particulate Filter
Low fuel
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This warning message is displayed if the fuel tank is almost out of fuel.
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When this message is displayed, the low fuel level warning light in the cluster will come on.
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It is recommended to look for the nearest fueling station and refuel as soon as possible.
Low washer fluid
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This warning message is displayed if the washer fluid level in the reservoir is nearly empty.
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Have the washer fluid reservoir refilled.
Check Active Bonnet System (if equipped)
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This warning message is displayed when the Active Bonnet System has malfunctioned or is operating improperly.
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In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommended to visit an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
Check turn indicator (if equipped)
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This message is displayed if there is a problem the turn indicator. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommended to visit an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
Check headlamp LED
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This message is displayed if there is a problem with the LED headlamp. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommended to visit an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
Device in wireless charger (if equipped)
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This warning messages will illuminate when the vehicle ignition is in OFF and the smart phone is on the wireless charging pad in below two situations.
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When the driver or passenger door is opened.
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When one minute passed after the ignition has been turned OFF (and the door has not been opened for more than one minute).
* For more details, refer to More Details.
12V battery discharging due to additional electrical devices
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The vehicle can detect self-discharge of the battery due to over-current that is generated by unauthorised electrical devices such as dashboard camera (dash cam) mounting during parking.
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Please note that functions such as ISG are limited and battery discharge problems may occur.
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If the warning continues even after external electrical devices are removed, have your vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to contact an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
Check Electronic Suspension (if equipped)
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This warning message is displayed when the Electronic Control Suspension (ECS) system has malfunction or is operating improperly.
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In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommended to visit an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
* For more details, refer to More Details.

When there is a malfunction with the Electronic Stability Control (ESC), the Electronic Control Suspension (ECS) warning message may illuminate as well as the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) indicator light.