Hybrid battery SOC (State of Charge) 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.