LCD display messages
Engine has overheated
This warning message appears when the engine coolant temperature is above 248 °F (120 °C). This mean that the engine is overheated and may be damaged.
* If your vehicle is overheated, refer to More Details.
Low Key Battery for smart key system
This warning message appears if the battery of the smart key is discharged when the ENGINE START/STOP button changes to the OFF position.
Press START button while turning wheel for smart key system
This message is displayed when the smart key system is engaged, to disengage press the ENGINE START/STOP button while turning the steering wheel right and left.
Check Steering Wheel Lock system for smart key system
This warning message appears if there is a malfunction in steering wheel lock system when the ENGINE START/STOP button changes to the OFF position.
Key not in vehicle for smart key system
This warning message appears if the smart key is not in the vehicle when the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON position.
It means that you should always have the smart key with you.
Key not detected for smart key system
This warning message appears if the smart key is not detected when you press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
Door, Hood, Liftgate open warning display
This warning is displayed if any door or the hood or the liftgate is left open. The warning will indicate which door is open in the display.
Before driving the vehicle, you should confirm that the door, hood, and liftgate are fully closed. Also, check there is no door/hood/liftgate open warning light or message displayed on the instrument cluster.
Sunroof open warning display (if equipped)
This warning is displayed if you turn off the vehicle when the sunroof is open.
Close the sunroof securely before leaving your vehicle.
Low Pressure warning display
A: Low tire pressure
This warning message is displayed if the tire pressure is low. The corresponding tire on the vehicle will be illuminated.
* For more details, refer to More Details.
Lights mode
A: Lights
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AUTO
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OFF (O)
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.
Wiper mode
A: Front Wiper
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OFF
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AUTO
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LO
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HI
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.
Shift to P or N to start engine for smart key system
This warning message appears if you try to start the engine with the shift lever not in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position.
Press brake pedal to start engine for smart key system
This warning message appears if the ENGINE START/STOP button changes to the ACC position twice by pressing the button repeatedly without depressing the brake pedal.
It means that you should depress the brake pedal to start the engine.
Battery discharging due to external electrical devices
The vehicle can detect self-discharge of the battery due to over-current that is generated by unauthorized electrical devices such as dashboard camera (dash cam) mounting during parking.
Please note that functions such as Idle Stop and Go (ISG) are limited and battery discharge problems may occur.
If the warning continues even after external electrical devices are removed, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Press START button again for smart key system
This warning message appears if you cannot operate the ENGINE START/STOP button when there is a problem with the ENGINE START/STOP button system.
It means that you could start the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button once more.
If the warning message appears each time you press the ENGINE START/STOP button, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Press START button with key for smart key system
This warning message appears if you press the ENGINE START/STOP button while the warning message "Key not detected" is illuminating.
At this time, the immobilizer indicator light blinks.
Check DAW (if equipped)
This warning message is displayed if there is a problem with Driver Attention Warning. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
* For more information, refer to More Details.
Check BCW (if equipped)
This warning message is displayed if there is a problem with Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
* For more information, refer to More Details.
Icy Road Warning (if equipped)
A: Ice possible. Drive with care
This warning is to warn the driver the road may be icy.
When the following conditions occur, the warning light (including outside temperature gauge) blinks 5 times and then illuminates, and also warning chime sounds once.
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The temperature on the outside temperature gauge is below approximately 40 °F (4 °C).
If the icy road warning appears while driving, you should drive more attentively and refrain from speeding, rapid acceleration, sudden braking or sharp turning.
Check headlight
This warning message appears if there is a malfunction (burned-out bulb except LED lamp or circuit malfunction) with the headlamp. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Be sure to use the bulb that meets the specified capacity. Refer to More Details.
When you use a bulb that does not meet capacity, the above warning message appears.
Check ECS
This warning message appears when a malfunction occurs with the Electronic Control Suspension (ECS) system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.