Warning lights and indicators
Warning lights
The warning light indicates situations that require the driver to pay attention.

Certain lights turn ON and then turn OFF after starting the engine. If any light remains ON after a few seconds, driver action is needed.
Air bag warning light 
This warning light appears:
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Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position.
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It appears for approximately 3 ~ 6 seconds and then goes off.
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Seat belt warning light 
* For more details, refer to More Details.
Parking brake & brake fluid warning light 
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The parking brake is applied; or
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The brake fluid level is low.
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Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle.
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With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required (For more details, refer to More Details). Then check all brake components for fluid leaks. If a leak on the brake system is found, the warning light remains on, or the brakes do not operate properly, do not drive the vehicle.
Have your Kia towed to an authorized Kia dealer and inspected.
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.
If one of the systems stops working, a warning light will appear. 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.

Parking brake & brake fluid warning light
Driving the vehicle with a warning light ON can be dangerous. If the Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light appears with the parking brake released, it indicates that the brake fluid level is low.
If the light comes on, have your Kia inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light
/ ABS
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Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position.
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It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
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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).
If the light remains on, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system warning light 

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When the ABS and regular brake system are not working, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

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.
Pull over in a safe place and stop as soon as possible. Check the brake fluids. If the light remains on after the fluids are at normal levels, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) warning light 
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Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position.
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It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
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When there is a malfunction with the EPB.
If this light remains on, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.

Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) warning light
The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) warning light may appear when the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light comes on to indicate that the ESC is not working properly (This does not indicate malfunction of the EPB).
Electric Power Steering (EPS) warning light 
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Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position.
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This indicator light comes on after the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON position and then goes out after approximately 3 seconds.
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When there is a malfunction with the EPS.
If this light remains on, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
Charging system warning light 
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Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position.
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When there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system.
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Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle.
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Turn the engine off and check the alternator drive belt for looseness or breakage.
If this light remains on, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) 
When a malfunction is detected in the emission control system, the engine, the vehicle power train, or the active air flap.
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When you set the ignition switch or the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position.
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The malfunction indicator light appears for about 3 seconds and then goes off.
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Whenever there is a malfunction with either the emission control system or the engine or the vehicle powertrain.
If this occurs, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
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Driving with the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on may cause damage to the emission control systems which could affect drivability and/or fuel economy.
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If the enhanced engine protection system becomes activated due to lack of engine oil, engine power will be limited. If such condition continues repeatedly, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp will appear.

If the oil pressure lowers due to insufficient engine oil, etc., the engine oil pressure warning light turns on and an enhanced engine protection system that limits the engine's power is activated. After that, engine warning light turns on if driving repeatedly and continuously.

If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) appears, potential catalytic converter damage is possible which could result in loss of engine power. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
Engine oil pressure warning light 
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Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position.
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It remains on until the engine is started.
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When the engine oil pressure is low.
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Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle.
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Turn the engine off and check the engine oil level (For more details, refer to “Engine Oil” section in chapter More Details). If the level is low, add oil as required.
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If the warning light remains on after adding oil or if oil is not available, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible. Continued driving with the warning light on may cause engine failure.

Engine overheating
Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine immediately if this light illuminates. The engine may be damaged.

Engine damage
If the engine remains running when after the engine oil pressure warning light illuminates, serious engine damage may result.

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When engine oil pressure decreases due to insufficient engine oil, etc., the Engine Oil Pressure warning light will appear.
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The enhanced engine protection system which limits engine power will be activated. If the engine oil pressure is restored, the Engine Oil Pressure warning light and the enhanced engine protection system will turn off.
Exhaust system (GPF) warning light (Gasoline Engine) 
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When there is a malfunction with Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) system.
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When this warning light appears, it may turn off after driving the vehicle:
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The vehicle should be driven for more than 30 minutes at a speed of 80 km/h (50 mph) and faster.
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Ensure the following conditions are all met: safe road conditions, transmission 3rd gear or above, and engine speed of 1,500 - 4,000 rpm.
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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 an authorized Kia dealer.

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.
Low fuel level warning light 
When the fuel tank is nearly empty.
Add fuel as soon as possible.

Low fuel level
Driving with the Low Fuel Level warning light on or with the fuel level below "E" can cause the engine to misfire and damage the catalytic converter.
Master warning light 
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This warning light informs the driver the following situations
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LED headlamp malfunction (if equipped)
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Lamp malfunction
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High Beam Assist malfunction (if equipped)
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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.
Low tire pressure warning light 
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Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position.
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It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
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When one or more of your tires are significantly under inflated. (The location of the underinflated tires is displayed on the LCD display).
* For more details, refer to More Details.
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When there is a malfunction with the TPMS.
If this light remains on, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
* For more details, refer to More Details.

Low tire pressure
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Significantly low tire pressure makes the vehicle unstable and can contribute to loss of vehicle control and increased braking distances.
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Continued driving or low pressure tires may cause the tires to overheat and fail.

Safe stopping
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The TPMS cannot alert you to severe and sudden tire damage caused by external factors.
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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.
LED headlight warning light 
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Once you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position.
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It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
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When there is a malfunction with the LED headlight.
If this light remains illuminated, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
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When there is a malfunction with a LED headlamp related part.
If this light is blinking, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.

LED headlamp warning light
Continuous driving with the LED Headlamp Warning Light on or blinking can reduce LED headlamp (low beam) life.
Forward Safety warning light 
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Once you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position.
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It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
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Yellow: When Forward Safety of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is deselected, disabled, or a malfunction is detected.
If the yellow warning light remains on after the sensor has been uncovered or unblocked when Forward Safety is set, have your vehicle be inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
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Red: When Forward Safety or Forward Cross-Traffic Safety function is operating.
* For more details, refer to More Details.
Emergency Steering warning light
(if equipped)
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Once you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position.
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It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
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Yellow: When Forward/Side Safety of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is deselected, disabled, or a malfunction is detected.
If the warning light remains on after the sensor has been uncovered or unblocked when Forward/Side Safety is set, have your vehicle be inspected by an authorized KIA dealer.
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Red: When Forward/Side Safety function is operating.
* For more details, refer to More Details.
Door Ajar Warning Light 
When a door is not closed securely.
Inattentive Driving Warning Light
(if equipped)
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When the ENGINE START/STOP Button is in the ON position. It illuminates for about 3 seconds and then goes off.
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Yellow: When Driver Attention Warning is disabled or a malfunction is detected. If the yellow indicator light remains on after the front view camera has been uncovered or unblocked, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
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Yellow: Driver Attention Warning recommends that you take a break.
* For more details, refer to More Details.
Indicator lights
Electronic stability control (ESC) indicator light 
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Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position.
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It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
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When there is a malfunction with the ESC system.
If this light remains on, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
Electronic stability control (ESC) OFF indicator light 
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Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position.
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It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
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When you deactivate the ESC system by pressing the ESC OFF button.
* For more details, refer to More Details.
AUTO HOLD indicator light (AUTO HOLD)
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White When you activate the auto hold system by pressing the AUTO HOLD button.
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Green When you stop the vehicle completely by depressing the brake pedal with the auto hold system activated.
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Yellow When there is a malfunction with the auto hold system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
* For more details, refer to More Details.
Immobilizer indicator light (without smart key)
(if equipped)
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When the vehicle detects the immobilizer in your key properly while the ignition switch is ON.
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At this time, you can start the engine.
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The indicator light goes off after starting the engine.
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When there is a malfunction with the immobilizer system.
In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
Immobilizer indicator light (with smart key)
(if equipped)
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When the vehicle detects the smart key in the vehicle properly while the ENGINE START/STOP button is ACC or ON.
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At this time, you can start the engine.
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The indicator light goes off after starting the engine.
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When the smart key is not in the vehicle.
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At this time, you cannot start the engine.
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When the vehicle cannot detect the smart key which is in the vehicle while the ENGINE START/STOP Button is ON.
If this light remains on, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
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When the battery of the smart key is weak.
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At this time, you cannot start the engine. However, you can start the engine if you press the ENGINE START/STOP Button with the smart key. (For more details, refer to More Details).
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When there is a malfunction with the immobilizer system.
If this light blinks, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
Turn signal indicator light 
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When you turn the turn signal light on.
If any of the following occurs, there may a malfunction with the turn signal system. have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
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The indicator light does not blink but appears.
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The indicator light blinks more rapidly.
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The indicator light does not appear at all.
Low beam indicator light 
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When the headlamps are on.
High beam indicator light 
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When the headlamps are on and in the high beam position.
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When the turn signal lever is pulled into the Flash-to-Pass position.
High Beam Assist indicator light 
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When the high beam is on with the light switch in the AUTO light position.
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If your vehicle detects oncoming or preceding vehicles, High Beam Assist will switch the high beam to low beam automatically.
* For more details, refer to More Details.
Light ON indicator light 
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When the taillights or headlights are on.
Front fog indicator light
(if equipped)
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When the front fog lights are on.
Lane Safety indicator light 
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Once you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position.
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It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
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Gray: When Lane Keeping Assist operating conditions are not satisfied.
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Green: When Lane Keeping Assist operating conditions are satisfied.
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Yellow: When Lane Safety is disabled, or a malfunction is detected.
If the yellow warning light remains on after the sensor has been uncovered or unblocked when Lane Safety is set, have your vehicle be inspected by an authorized KIA dealer.
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Green: When Lane Keeping Assist is operating.
* For more details, refer to More Details.
Drive mode indicator light (ECO/SPORT/SMART) (if equipped)
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When you select each mode as drive mode.
For more details, refer to More Details.
Intelligent Speed Limit Assist indicator light 
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When the ENGINE START/STOP Button is in the ON position. It illuminates for about 3 seconds and then goes off.
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Yellow: When Intelligent Speed Limit Assist is off, disabled, or a malfunction is detected.
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While the Intelligent Speed Limit Assist system is in operation, indicates the speed limit and shows the speed limit in red when the vehicle is exceeding the speed limit.
* For more details, refer to More Details.
Lane Following Assist indicator 
When the ignition switch is in the ON position. It illuminates for about 3 seconds and then goes off.
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Green: When Lane Following Assist is operating.
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Gray: When Lane Following Assist operating conditions are not satisfied.The indicator light blinks:
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White: When the steering wheel assist is canceled.
If there is a problem with the function, the yellow Lane Following Assist indicator will appear.
* For more details, refer to More Details.