Kia Sportage: Warning lights / Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
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This warning light illuminates:
- Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON
position.
- It remains on until the engine is started.
- When there is a malfunction with the emission control system.
In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION - Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
Driving with the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on may cause damage to the
emission control systems which could affect drivability and/or fuel economy.
CAUTION - Catalytic Converter Damage
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminates, potential catalytic converter
damage is possible which could result in loss of engine power. In this case, have
your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
This warning light illuminates:
Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON
position.
- It remains on until the engine is started.
When there is a malfunction w ...
This warning light illuminates:
Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON
position.
- It remains on until the engine is started.
When there is a malfunction w ...
Other information:
Inspection
Driver Power Window Switch
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the driver door trim.
(Refer to Body - "Front Door Trim")
3.
Disconnect the power win ...
Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible cause
Remedy
Hard steering
Improper front wheel alignment
Excessive turning resistance of lower arm ball joint
Low tire pressure
No power assist
Correct
Rep ...