ENGINE START/STOP Button Position

OFF

To turn off the engine (START/RUN position) or deactivate the vehicle power supply (ON position), stop the vehicle and then press the ENGINE START/STOP button.

• With Manual Transmission

To turn off the engine (START/RUN position) or deactivate the vehicle power supply (ON position), stop the vehicle and then press the ENGINE START/STOP button.

• With automatic connection/two-way connection

To turn off the engine (START/RUN position) or deactivate the vehicle's power supply (ON position), press the ENGINE START/STOP button when the shift lever is in Park (P). If you press the ENGINE START/STOP button when the shift lever is not in Park (P), the button will not switch to OFF, but will switch to ACC. The steering wheel is also locked when the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the OFF position, to protect the vehicle against theft. The steering wheel lock is activated when the door is opened.

Fahrzeuge mit Lenkradschloss

The steering wheel is locked when the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the OFF position, to protect the vehicle against theft. The steering wheel lock is activated when the door is opened.

If the steering wheel is not properly locked, a warning sound will be heard when the driver's door is opened. If the problem is not resolved, have the system checked by an authorized workshop. Kia recommends visiting a Kia dealer/service partner.

If the ENGINE START/STOP button is placed in the OFF position only after the driver's door is opened, the steering wheel is also not locked and the warning sound will be heard. In this situation, close the door. The steering wheel will then lock and the warning sound will stop.

WARNING

If the steering wheel is not properly unlocked, the ENGINE START/STOP button will not function. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button while turning the steering wheel left and right to release the tension.

• If it is difficult to set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ACC position, turn the steering wheel left and right to reduce resistance while pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button.
• When turning off the engine, stop the vehicle first.

WARNING

You can turn off the engine (START/STOP) or deactivate the vehicle's power supply (ON) when the vehicle is not moving. In an emergency, you can turn off the engine while the vehicle is moving and activate the ACC position by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button for longer than 2 seconds or three times in succession within 3 seconds. If the vehicle is moving, you can restart the engine without depressing the brake pedal by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button while the shift lever is in Neutral (N).

ACC (Accessory)

• With Manual Transmission

Press the ENGINE START/STOP button when it is in the OFF position without depressing the clutch pedal.

• With automatic connection/two-way connection

Press the ENGINE START/STOP button when it is in the OFF position without depressing the brake pedal. The steering wheel is unlocked and electrical accessories are ready for operation. If the ENGINE START/STOP button stays in the ACC position for one hour, it will switch off automatically to prevent battery discharge.

ON

• With Manual Transmission

Press the ENGINE START/STOP button when it is in the ACC position without depressing the clutch pedal.

• With automatic connection/two-way connection

Press the ENGINE START/STOP button when it is in the ACC position without depressing the brake pedal. Warning lights can be checked before the engine starts. Do not leave the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ON position for a long period. The battery may discharge because the engine is not running.

START/RUN (STARTING/RUNNING)

• With Manual Transmission

To start the engine, depress the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, then press the ENGINE START/STOP button when the shift lever is in Neutral.

• With automatic connection/two-way connection

To start the engine, depress the brake pedal and press the ENGINE START/STOP button while the shift lever is in Park (P) or Neutral (N). For safety reasons, start the engine only when the shift lever is in Park (P).

WARNING

If you press the ENGINE START/STOP button without depressing the clutch pedal (manual transmission) or the brake pedal (automatic transmission/dual clutch transmission), the engine will not start and the ENGINE START/STOP button changes as follows:

OFF → ACC → ON → OFF or ACC

WARNING

If you leave the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ACC or ON position for a long period, the battery will discharge.

WARNING

• Never press the ENGINE START/STOP button while the vehicle is moving. This could cause loss of steering and braking control, which may result in an accident.
• The steering wheel lock is not a substitute for the parking brake. Always check that the shift lever is in Park (P), fully apply the parking brake, and turn off the engine before leaving the driver's seat. If these precautions are not observed, the vehicle may suddenly and unexpectedly move.
• Never reach through the steering wheel to the ENGINE START/STOP button or other related components while driving. If your arm or hand is in this area, you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident and serious or fatal injuries.
• Do not place loose objects in the driver's seat area, as they may move, distract the driver, and cause an accident.