What to Do in an Emergency

Warning Triangle

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Hazard Warning Flasher

The hazard warning flasher warns other drivers to use extreme caution when approaching, passing or overtaking your vehicle.

It should be used whenever emergency repairs are made or when the vehicle is stopped at the edge of the roadway.

Press the turn signal switch when the ignition key is in any position. The hazard warning flasher switch is located on the switch panel of the center console. All turn signal lights will flash simultaneously.

  • The hazard warning flasher operates whether or not the vehicle is running.
  • The turn signals do not operate when the hazard warning flasher is on.
  • Use caution when using the hazard warning flashers while the vehicle is being towed.

Test yourself

A quick Kia Rio YB quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.