ENGINE START/STOP button position

Your vehicle is equipped with 4 different ignition positions.

OFF

To turn OFF the engine, press the ENGINE START/STOP button and set it from the START/RUN position to the OFF position while the gear is in P (Park). To turn OFF the vehicle power, press the ENGINE START/STOP button and set it from the ON position to the OFF position while the gear is in P (Park). If you press the ENGINE START/STOP button without the gear in P (Park), its position will not change to OFF rather than ACC.

Anti-theft steering column lock (if equipped)

To protect you from theft, the steering wheel locks when the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the OFF position.

The steering wheel also locks when you open the door.

If the steering wheel does not lock properly when you open the driver side door, the warning chime sounds. Try locking the steering wheel again. If that does not solve the problem, have the system inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Additionally, the steering wheel does not lock and the warning chime sounds if you press the ENGINE START/STOP button in the OFF position after opening the driver side door. In this situation, close the door so that the steering wheel locks and the warning chime stops.

NOTE

If the steering wheel does not unlock properly, the ENGINE START/STOP button does not work. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button while turning the steering wheel right and left to release the tension.

TIP

You can only turn the engine OFF or ON by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button in the START/RUN position when your vehicle is not in motion.

TIP

If your vehicle is in motion during an emergency, you can turn the engine OFF by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ACC position for more than 2 seconds, or 3 times repeatedly within 3 seconds.

If your vehicle is still moving, you can restart it by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button when the vehicle speed is 3 mph (5 km/h) or above.

ACC (Accessory)

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When your vehicle is in the ACC position, the steering wheel unlocks, and the electrical accessories are operational. Using electrical systems with the engine OFF will drain the battery.

To put your vehicle in ACC mode, press the ENGINE START/STOP button in the OFF position without engaging the brake pedal.

If the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ACC position for more than 1 hour, your vehicle turns OFF automatically to prevent battery discharge.

ON

When your vehicle is ON, the engine is running. To turn your vehicle ON in ACC mode, press the ENGINE START/STOP button without engaging the brake pedal.

Warning lights appear before the engine starts so you can check them. Do not leave the ENGINE START/STOP button ON for a long period of time before starting the engine, as this may discharge the battery.

START/RUN

To start the engine, engage the brake pedal and press the ENGINE START/STOP button with the gear in either P (Park) or N (Neutral). However, for your safety, always start the engine with the gear in P (Park).

TIP

If you press the ENGINE START/STOP button without engaging the brake pedal, the engine will not start and the ENGINE START/STOP button changes as follows:

  • From OFF to ACC

  • From ON to OFF or ACC

WARNING

  • Never press the ENGINE START/STOP button while your vehicle is in motion. This results in the loss of directional control and braking function, which could cause an accident.

  • Before you leave the driver’s seat, always make sure to shift the gear to P (Park), fully apply the parking brake, and press the ENGINE START/STOP button in the LOCK/OFF position. The vehicle may move suddenly and unexpectedly if you do not take these precautions.

  • Never reach for the ENGINE START/STOP button or any other controls through the steering wheel while the vehicle is in motion. The presence of your hand or arm in the area could result in loss of control of the vehicle, an accident, and serious bodily injury or death.

  • Do not place any movable objects around the driver’s seat. These objects may move while driving, interfere with your driving, and cause an accident.