Vehicle Specifications
Engine oil pressure warning lamp
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This indicator light illuminates:
- After you turn the ignition key or Engine Start/Stop button to the ON position.
- Remains on until the engine starts. - When the engine oil pressure is low.
If the engine oil pressure is low:
1. Carefully drive to the nearest safe location and stop the vehicle.
2. Turn the engine off and check the engine oil level (refer to "Engine Oil" in Chapter 8 for more information). If the level is low, add oil as necessary. If the warning light remains on after adding oil, or if oil is not available, we recommend that you have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
WARNING - Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
- If the engine is not stopped immediately after the Engine Oil Pressure warning lamp illuminates, serious engine damage may result.
- If the warning light remains on while the engine is running, it may indicate a serious engine problem or damage. In this case,
1. Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
2. Turn the engine off and check the oil level. If the oil level is low, add engine oil to the proper level.
3. Restart the engine. If the warning light remains on after the engine starts, stop the engine immediately. In this case, we recommend that you have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
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