Hybrid battery (State of Charge) (SOC) gauge

Figure 1. Type A
OMQ4PH034102N
Figure 2. Type B
OMQ4PH034103N

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 your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

NOTE

Never try to start the vehicle if the fuel tank is empty. In this condition, the engine cannot charge the high voltage battery of the hybrid system. If you try to start the vehicle when the fuel is empty, the high voltage battery will discharged and be damaged.