KIA Spectra_Spectra5 2009 User Manual

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Driving your vehicle

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Engine oil pressure
warning

This warning light indicates the
engine oil pressure is low.
If the warning light illuminates 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.

Charging system
warning

This warning light indicates a mal-
function of either the generator or
electrical charging system.
If the warning light comes on while
the vehicle is in motion:
1. Drive to the nearest safe location.
2. With the engine off, check the gen-

erator 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 correct
the problem as soon as possible.

Safety belt warning

If the driver's lap/shoulder belt is not
fastened when the ignition switch is
turned ON, the safety belt warning
light and chime will activate for about
6 seconds. And if the lap/shoulder
belt is fastened when the ignition
switch is turned ON, the safety belt
warning light will blink for about 6
seconds.
If the lap/shoulder belt is unfastened
while the lap/shoulder belt is fas-
tened with the ignition switch ON, the
safety belt warning light will blink for
about 6 seconds and if the vehicle
speed exceeds 10 km/h the safety
belt warning light and chime will acti-
vate until it is fastened.

CAUTION

If the engine is not stopped
immediately, severe damage
could result.