KIA Sportage 2009 User Manual

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Driving your vehicle

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In this case, your ABS system and
regular brake system may not work
normally. Have the vehicle checked
by an Authorized Kia Dealer as soon
as possible.

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.

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✽ NOTICE

If the engine is not stopped immedi-
ately, severe damage could result.

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.

WARNING

Brake indica-
tors

If the both ABS and Brake warn-
ing lights are ON and stay ON,
your vehicle’s brake system will
not work normally. You may
experience an unexpected and
dangerous situation during sud-
den braking. In this case, avoid
high speed driving and abrupt
braking.

Have your vehicle

checked by Authorized Kia
Dealer as soon as possible.