warning light KIA Rio 2005 2.G Owner's Guide

Driving Your Vehicle4-26 Fuel GaugeThe fuel gauge indicates the approximate amount of
fuel remaining in the fuel tank.
Fuel tank capacity: 45 L (11.7 US gal.)
The fuel gauge is supplemented by a low fuel warning
light located in the instrument panel.
This gauge is designed to continue indicating the
amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank even after the
ignition switch has been turned to OFF.
Engine Temperature GaugeThis gauge shows the temperature of the engine
coolant when the ignition switch is ON.
If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range
area toward the H position, it indicates overheating that
may damage the engine.
Do not continue driving with an overheated engine.
If your vehicle overheats, refer to “Overheating’’ in the
Index.
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4-27 Instrument Panel Illumination (If equipped)
When the vehicle’s parking lights or headlights are
ON, rotate the illumination control knob to adjust the
instrument panel illumination intensity.
Warnings and IndicatorsWarning Lights/Audible IndicatorsChecking Operation
All the warning lights are checked by turning the igni-
tion switch ON (you do not need to start the engine).
Any light that does not come ON should be checked
by an Authorized Kia Dealer.
After starting the engine, check to make sure that all
warning lights are OFF. If any are still ON, this indi-
cates a situation that needs attention. When releasing
the parking brake, the brake system warning light
should go OFF.Parking Brake and Brake Fluid
Warning Parking Brake Warning
This light comes ON when the parking brake is applied
with the ignition switch in the START or ON position.
The warning light should go OFF when the parking
brake is released.
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BRAKE
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Driving Your Vehicle4-28Low Brake Fluid Level Warning
If the warning light remains ON when the parking
brake is released, it may indicate that the brake fluid
level in the reservoir is low.
If the warning light remains ON:
1. Drive to the nearest safe location and carefully stop
your vehicle.
2. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level
immediately and add fluid as required. All brake
components should also be checked immediately
for fluid leaks.
3. If leaks are found, if the warning light remains ON,
or if the brakes do not operate properly, do not
drive the vehicle. Have it towed to an Authorized
Kia Dealer for a brake system inspection and nec-
essary repairs.To check bulb operation, the warning light illuminates
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Safety Belt Warning As a reminder to the driver and passenger, safety belt
warning light will illuminate for approximately 6 sec-
onds each time you turn the ignition switch ON.
If the driver’s lap/shoulder belt is not fastened when
the key is turned ON, a chime sounds for approximate-
ly six seconds and the safety belt warning light illumi-
nates for approximately six seconds. If the system does
not operate as described, see an Authorized Kia Dealer
for assistance.Air Bag Warning This warning light will remain ON for approximately
6 seconds each time you turn the ignition switch ON.
If the system does not operate as described or if the
light comes on while the vehicle is being driven, see an
Authorized Kia Dealer for immediate assistance.Charging System Warning This warning light indicates a malfunction of either the
generator or electrical charging system.
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WARNING - Brake Warning
Lights
Driving the vehicle with a warning light ON is
dangerous. If the brake warning light remains
ON, have the brakes checked and repaired
immediately.
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If the warning light illuminates while driving:
1. Drive to the nearest safe location and carefully stop
your vehicle.
2. With the engine OFF, check the generator drive belt
for looseness or breakage.
3. If the belt is adjusted properly, a problem exists
somewhere in the electrical charging system. Have
an Authorized Kia Dealer locate and correct the
problem as soon as possible.Engine Oil Pressure Warning This warning light indicates the engine oil pressure is
low.
If the warning light comes ON while driving:
1. Drive safely to the side of the road and stop.
2. With the engine OFF, check the engine oil level. If
the level is low, add oil as required.
If the warning light remains ON after adding oil or if
oil is not available, call an Authorized Kia Dealer.Low Fuel Level Warning This warning light indicates the fuel tank is near
empty. The warning light will come on when the fuel
level has dropped to about 9 liters (2.4 US gal.).
Refuel as soon as possible.
✽
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with a loose or broken
generator belt; the engine could be damaged by
overheating because this belt also drives the water
pump.
✽
NOTICE
 If the engine is not stopped as soon as possible,
severe engine damage could result.
 Do not drive the vehicle when the Engine Oil
Pressure Warning Light is ON.
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Driving Your Vehicle4-32Key Reminder Warning Chime
If the driver’s door is opened and the ignition key is
left in the ignition switch, the key reminder warning
chime will sound. This is to remind you to remove
your keys from the ignition before you lock the vehi-
cle.Lights-On Warning ChimeThe lights-on warning chime will sound if the head-
light switch is left in the 1st or 2nd position and the
door is opened.Headlight High Beam Indicator This indicator illuminates when the headlights are on
and in the high beam position or when the turn signal
lever is pulled into the Flash-to-Pass position.O/D OFF Indicator
(automatic transaxle)This indicator comes on when the O/D system is
deactivated.
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NOTICE
A loose fuel filler cap may cause the On Board
DiagnosticSystem Malfunction Indicator Light
( ) in the instrument panel to illuminate
unnecessarily. Always make sure that the fuel
filler cap is tight.
CHECK
CHECK
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4-33 Door Ajar Warning
This warning light comes on when a door is not closed
securely with the ignition switch in any position.Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Warning Light (if equipped)This light illuminates when you start the engine. The
light will go off if the ABS system is operating nor-
mally. Also, this light comes on if the key is turned to
ON, and then goes off in 2-3 seconds if the system is
operating normally.
If this warning light illuminates while the vehicle is
being driven, have the vehicle checked by an autho-
rized Kia Dealer as soon as possible.Rear Window Defroster Indicator This light comes on when the rear defroster is ON.Rear Hatch Warning Light
(5 door-if equipped)This warning light comes on when a rear hatch is not
closed securely with the ignition switch in any posi-
tion.
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LightingLighting ControlTo turn the lights on, twist the knob on the end of the
control lever which is located on the steering column
to the left of the steering wheel.
First position
Tail, parking, license and sidemarker lights and instru-
ment panel lights ON.
Second position
Head, tail, parking, license and sidemarker lights and
instrument panel lights ON.
ABS
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Hazard Warning Flasher
The hazard warning flasher causes the rear tail
lights and front turn signal lights to flash on and
off, which serves as a warning to other drivers to
exercise caution when approaching or passing
your vehicle.
To activate the flasher, depress the hazard warning
flasher switch. This switch operates in any igni-
tion switch position.
To turn the flashers off, depress the switch again.
4-39 Type B
The defroster heats the window to remove frost, fog
and thin ice from the interior and exterior of the rear
window. The ignition switch must be ON for the
defroster to operate.
To activate the rear window defroster, press the rear
window defroster button located in the center console
switch panel. The instrument panel rear window
defroster indicator illuminates when the defroster is ON.
The rear window defroster automatically turns OFF
after 20 minutes or when the ignition switch is turned
OFF. To turn off the defroster, press the rear window
defroster button again. If there is heavy accumulation
of snow on the rear window, brush it off before operat-
ing the rear defroster.
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NOTICE
To prevent damage to the conductors bonded to
the inside surface of the rear window, never use
sharp instruments or window cleaners containing
abrasives to clean the window.✽
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged,
operate the defroster only while the engine is run-
ning.
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Necessary InspectionsFluid levels, such as engine oil, engine coolant,
brake/clutch fluid, and washer fluid should be checked
on a regular basis, with the exact interval depending on
the fluid. Further details are provided in Maintenance,
Section 7.Before Starting Close and lock all doors.
 Position the seat so that all controls are easily
reached.
 Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
 Be sure that all lights work.
 Check all gauges.
 Check the operation of warning lights when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
 Release the parking brake and make sure the brake
warning light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are familiar with your
vehicle and its equipment.
Drunk DrivingDrinking and driving is dangerous. Drunk driving is
the number one contributor to the highway death toll
each year. Alcohol impairs a driver’s judgment, vision
and muscular coordination. Even a small amount of
alcohol will affect a driver’s reflexes, perceptions and
judgment.
Please don’t drink and drive, or ride with a driver who
has been drinking. Choose a designated driver if you’re
with a group, or if you’re alone, call a cab.Drugs and DrivingDriving while under the influence of drugs is as
dangerous or more dangerous than driving under the
influence of alcohol, depending on the drug(s) used
and the quantity consumed. Don’t take drugs and drive.
If you are taking a prescription medicine, check with
your doctor or pharmacist regarding whether you may
operate a motor vehicle.
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Road WarningHazard Warning FlasherThe hazard warning flasher serves as a warning to
other drivers to exercise extreme caution when
approaching, overtaking, or passing your vehicle. It
should be used whenever emergency repairs are being
made or when the vehicle is stopped near the edge of a
roadway.
Depress the flasher switch with the ignition switch in
any position. The flasher switch is located in the center
console. All turn signal lights will flash
simultaneously.
•The hazard warning flasher will operate whether
your vehicle is running or not.
The turn signals do not operate when the hazard
flasher is
ON
.
Care must be taken when using the hazard warning
flasher while the vehicle is being towed. Local
regulations may prohibit using it in this manner.
OverheatingIf your temperature gauge indicates overheating, if you
experience a loss of power, or if you hear a loud
knocking or pinging noise, the engine has probably
overheated. You should follow these procedures if you
experience any of these symptoms.
1. Turn the hazard warning flasher ON, then drive to
the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle; set
the automatic transaxle in P (Park), or shift the
manual transaxle to neutral and apply the parking
brake.
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In Case Of An Emergency6-10Fuse Panel DescriptionDriver’s side kick panel
DESCRIPTION FUSE PROTECTED
RATING COMPONENT
Drive’rs side kick panel
(A/BAG) 10A Airbag
TURN LAMP 10A Turn signal lamp
METER 10A Meterset, Backup lamp,
Warning sound
ILLUMI 10A Illumination
POWER SOCKET 15A Trunk room lamp, Power socket
HAZARD 10A Hazard lamp
STOP 15A Stop lamp, ABS
TAIL(RH) 10A Tail lamp
(Right-Rear/Left-Front),
Switch illumination
TAIL(LH) 10A Tail lamp
(Left-Rear/Right-Front)
CIGAR 15A Cigarette lighter
AUDIO 10A Audio, Electric rearview mirror
WIPER(FRT) 15A Wiper(front), Washer(front),
Sunroof
WIPER(RR) 15A Wiper(Rear), Washer(Rear)
(WARMER) 15A Seatwarmer
MIRROR DEF 10A Mirror defroster
START 10A Engine control unit,
ECAT unit
*( ):Optional
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