Kia K5 2021 - Page 194

Features of your vehicle
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Warning and indicator lights
CAUTION
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
Driving with the Malfunction Indica
-
tor Lamp (MIL) on may cause dam -
age to the emission control systems
which could effect drivability and/or
fuel economy.
CAUTION
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 the vehicle
inspected by an authorized Kia
dealer.
Engine oil pressure warning light
This warning light illuminates:
䳜 Once you set the ignition switch
or ENGINE START/STOP button to
the ON position.
- It remains on until the engine is
started.
䳜 When the engine oil pressure is
low.
If the engine oil pressure is low:
1. Drive carefully to the nearest safe
location and stop your vehicle.
2. Turn the engine off and check the
engine oil level (For more details,
refer to "Engine oil and filter" on
page 7-17). If the level is low, add
oil as required.
If the warning light remains on
after adding oil or if oil is not
available, have the vehicle
inspected by an authorized Kia
dealer.
CAUTION
Engine Overheating
Do not continue driving with the
engine overheated. Otherwise, the
engine may be damaged.
CAUTION
Engine damage
If the engine is not stopped immedi
-
ately after the engine oil pressure
warning light is illuminated and
stays on while the engine is running,
serious engine damage may result.
CAUTION
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
䳜 If the warning light stays on while
the engine is running, it indicates
that there may be serious engine
damage or malfunction. In this
case,
1. Stop the vehicle as soon as it is
safe to do so.