Kia Sonet 2024 - If the engine will not start

What to do in an emergency
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If the engine will not start
5. Have all passengers get out of the
vehicle. Be sure they all get out on the
side of the vehicle that is away from
traffic.
6. When changing a flat tyre, follow the
instruction provided later in "If you
have a flat tyre (with spare tyre)" on
page 7-13.
If the engine stalls whilst driving
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keep -
ing a straight line. Move cautiously off
the road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your hazard warning flashers.
3. Try to start the engine again. If your
vehicle does not start, consult a pro
-
fessional workshop. Kia recommends
to consult an authorised Kia dealer/
service partner.
If the engine will not start
When the engine doesn't start, first
check to see how much fuel there is and
whether the battery is discharged.
If the engine doesn't turn over or
turns over slowly
1. Check the battery connections to be
sure they are clean and tight.
2. Turn on the interior light. If the light
dims or goes out when you operate
the starter, the battery is discharged.
3. Check the starter connections to be
sure they are securely tightened.
4. Do not push or pull the vehicle to start
it. See instructions for "Jump starting"
on page 7-5.
WARNING
If the engine will not start, do not push or
pull the vehicle to start it. This could
result in a collision or cause other dam
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age. In addition, push or pull starting
may cause the catalytic converter to be
overloaded and create a fire hazard.
If engine turns over normally but
does not start
1. Check the fuel level.
2. With the ignition switch in the LOCK
position or the ENGINE START/STOP
button in the OFF position, check all
connectors at the ignition coils and
spark plugs. Reconnect any that may
be disconnected or loose.
3. Check the fuel line in the engine com
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partment.
4. If the engine still does not start, call a
professional workshop. Kia recom
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mends to call an authorised Kia
dealer/service partner.