Kia Forte dashboard symbols and warning lights
Every light in the Kia Forte owner's manual, 2022 to 2024. Tap a light to see what it means and what to do. Red means stop safely, amber means get it checked soon.
2024 Forte warning lights
Air bag warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the SRS. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
What to do: The car drives normally, but get it checked soon. Do not try to repair airbag parts yourself.
Seat belt warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light informs the driver that the seat belt is not fastened. For more details, refer to Seat belts.
What to do: Fasten all seat belts. If it stays on with everyone belted, a heavy bag on a seat can trigger it.
Parking brake & brake fluid warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: WK-23-1 ODEEV068228NR This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds It remains on if the parking brake is applied. When the parking brake is applied. When the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low.
What to do: Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light
Check soon
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the ABS (The normal braking system will still be operational without the assistance of the anti-lock brake system). In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop.
What to do: Drive carefully, leave extra stopping distance and have it checked soon. If the red brake light is also on, stop driving.
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: ODEEV068101NR0 WK-23-10 ODEEV068101NR1 ODEEV068228NR0 These two warning lights illuminate at the same time while driving: When the ABS and regular brake system may not work normally. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
What to do: Check the parking brake is fully released. If the light stays on, the brakes may not work properly: stop and get help rather than driving on.
Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. This indicator light comes on after the ignition key is turned to the ON position and then goes out after approximately 3 seconds. When there is a malfunction with the MDPS. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop.
What to do: Drive carefully and have it checked. If it came on after a lot of parking manoeuvres, it can reset after the car cools down.
Charging System Warning Light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: When there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system. If there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system: In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
What to do: Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle. Turn the engine off and check the alternator drive belt for looseness or breakage.
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Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: When the engine oil pressure is low. 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 a professional workshop as soon as possible. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. Continued driving with the warning light on may cause engine failure.
What to do: Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle. Turn the engine off and check the engine oil level (For more details, refer to Engine oil (Gasoline) ).
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Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Check soon
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: When the fuel tank is nearly empty. If the fuel tank is nearly empty:.
What to do: Add fuel as soon as possible.
Master warning light
Check soon
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: This warning light informs the driver the following situations LED headlamp malfunction: (if equipped) Lamp malfunction High Beam Assist malfunction (if equipped) To identify the details of the warning look at the LCD display. If the warning situation is solved, the master warning light will turn off. Low.
What to do: Read the message on the multi-information display. Red means stop safely; amber means get it checked.
Tire: Pressure Warning Light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When one or more of your tires are significantly under inflated. (The location of the under inflated tires are displayed on the LCD display (if equipped)).
LED Headlamp Warning Light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: When there is a malfunction with the LED headlamp. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Forward Safety Warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When there is a malfunction with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
Door Ajar Warning Light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: When a door is not closed securely.
What to do: Stop and close every door firmly.
Trunk Open Warning Light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: When the trunk is not closed securely.
What to do: Close it firmly. Exhaust fumes can get in if you drive with it open.
Washer Fluid Warning Light
Check soon
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: When the washer fluid level in the reservoir is nearly empty. In this case, you should refill the washer fluid.
What to do: Top up the washer reservoir with screen wash.
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Hood open warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light blinks: When the hood warning light will appear on the LCD display when the hood is open. The warning chime will operate when the vehicle is being driven at or above 3 km/h (2 mph) with the hood open.
What to do: Stop and close the hood firmly. An unlatched hood can fly up at speed.
Icy Road Warning Light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light is to warn the driver the road may be icy. When the temperature on the outside temperature gauge is approximately below 4°C (39°F), the Icy Road Warning Light and Outside Temperature Gauge blinks and then illuminates. Also, the warning chime sounds 1 time.
What to do: Drive carefully, especially on bridges and in shade.
Electronic stability control (ESC) indicator light
Check soon
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the ESC system. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
What to do: If it flashes, ease off and drive gently for the conditions. If it stays on, have the system checked.
Electronic stability control (ESC) OFF indicator light
Check soon
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you deactivate the ESC system by pressing the ESC OFF button. For more details, refer to Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
What to do: Turn it back on unless you are stuck in snow or mud. It normally turns on again with the next start.
Turn signal indicator light
Information
The manual says: This indicator light blinks: When you turn the turn signal light on. If any of the following occurs, there may a malfunction with the turn signal system. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. The indicator light does not blink but illuminates. The indicator light blinks more rapidly.
What to do: If it flashes faster than usual, replace the blown bulb on that side.
Low beam indicator light
Information
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When the headlights are on.
What to do: Nothing to do.
High beam indicator light
Information
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: When the headlights are on and in the high beam position. When the turn signal lever is pulled into the Flash-to-Pass position.
What to do: Dip them for oncoming traffic and when following another car.
High Beam Assist indicator
Information
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: When the high beam is on with the light switch in the AUTO light position. If your vehicle detects oncoming or preceding vehicles, High Beam Assist will switch the high beam to low beam automatically. For more details, refer to High Beam Assist (HBA).
What to do: Dip them for oncoming traffic and when following another car.
Lane Safety indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) Lane Safety indicator will illuminate when you turn Lane Keeping Assist on by pressing and hold the Lane Driving Assist button. If there is a problem with the function, the yellow Lane Safety indicator will illuminate. For more details, refer to Lane Keeping Assist (LKA).
What to do: If amber, clean the windshield in front of the camera. If it stays amber, have it checked.
Light ON indicator light
Information
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: When the tail lights or headlights are on.
What to do: Nothing to do.
Front fog indicator light
Information
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When the front fog lights are on.
What to do: Turn them off when visibility is good, as they can dazzle other drivers.
KEY OUT Indicator Light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) When the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ACC or ON position, if any door is open, the system checks for the smart key. This indicator light blinks: When the smart key is not in the vehicle and any door is open with the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button in the ACC or ON position. At this time, if you close all doors, the chime will also sound for approximately 5 seconds.
What to do: Hold the key fob against the start button and start again. If it keeps happening, replace the key fob battery.
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Cruise indicator light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When the cruise control system is enabled. For more details, refer to Cruise Control (CC).
What to do: Nothing to do.
SPORT Mode Indicator Light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When you select “SPORT” mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to Drive mode integrated control system.
ECO Mode Indicator Light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When you select “ECO” mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to Drive mode integrated control system.
What to do: Nothing to do.
| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air bag warning light | Red | (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the SRS. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. | |
| Seat belt warning light | Red | This warning light informs the driver that the seat belt is not fastened. For more details, refer to Seat belts. | |
| Parking brake & brake fluid warning light | Red | WK-23-1 ODEEV068228NR This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds It remains on if the parking brake is applied. When the parking brake is applied. When the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low. | |
| Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light | Red* | ODEEV068101NR0 WK-23-10 ODEEV068101NR1 ODEEV068228NR0 These two warning lights illuminate at the same time while driving: When the ABS and regular brake system may not work normally. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. | |
| Charging System Warning Light | Red | This warning light illuminates: When there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system. If there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system: In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. | |
| Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light | Red | This warning light illuminates: When the engine oil pressure is low. 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 a professional workshop as soon as possible. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. Continued driving with the warning light on may cause engine failure. | |
| Door Ajar Warning Light | Red* | (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: When a door is not closed securely. | |
| Trunk Open Warning Light | Red* | (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: When the trunk is not closed securely. | |
| Hood open warning light | Red* | (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light blinks: When the hood warning light will appear on the LCD display when the hood is open. The warning chime will operate when the vehicle is being driven at or above 3 km/h (2 mph) with the hood open. | |
| Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light | Amber | This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the ABS (The normal braking system will still be operational without the assistance of the anti-lock brake system). In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. | |
| Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) warning light | Amber* | This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. This indicator light comes on after the ignition key is turned to the ON position and then goes out after approximately 3 seconds. When there is a malfunction with the MDPS. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. | |
| Low Fuel Level Warning Light | Amber | This warning light illuminates: When the fuel tank is nearly empty. If the fuel tank is nearly empty:. | |
| Master warning light | Amber | This indicator light illuminates: This warning light informs the driver the following situations LED headlamp malfunction: (if equipped) Lamp malfunction High Beam Assist malfunction (if equipped) To identify the details of the warning look at the LCD display. If the warning situation is solved, the master warning light will turn off. Low. | |
| Tire: Pressure Warning Light | Amber* | (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When one or more of your tires are significantly under inflated. (The location of the under inflated tires are displayed on the LCD display (if equipped)). | |
| LED Headlamp Warning Light | Amber* | (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: When there is a malfunction with the LED headlamp. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. | |
| Forward Safety Warning light | Amber* | (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When there is a malfunction with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. | |
| Washer Fluid Warning Light | Amber | (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: When the washer fluid level in the reservoir is nearly empty. In this case, you should refill the washer fluid. | |
| Icy Road Warning Light | Amber* | (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light is to warn the driver the road may be icy. When the temperature on the outside temperature gauge is approximately below 4°C (39°F), the Icy Road Warning Light and Outside Temperature Gauge blinks and then illuminates. Also, the warning chime sounds 1 time. | |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) indicator light | Amber | (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the ESC system. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. | |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) OFF indicator light | Amber | (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you deactivate the ESC system by pressing the ESC OFF button. For more details, refer to Electronic Stability Control (ESC). | |
| Lane Safety indicator | Amber* | (if equipped): (if equipped) Lane Safety indicator will illuminate when you turn Lane Keeping Assist on by pressing and hold the Lane Driving Assist button. If there is a problem with the function, the yellow Lane Safety indicator will illuminate. For more details, refer to Lane Keeping Assist (LKA). | |
| KEY OUT Indicator Light | Amber* | (if equipped): (if equipped) When the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ACC or ON position, if any door is open, the system checks for the smart key. This indicator light blinks: When the smart key is not in the vehicle and any door is open with the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button in the ACC or ON position. At this time, if you close all doors, the chime will also sound for approximately 5 seconds. | |
| SPORT Mode Indicator Light | Amber* | (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When you select “SPORT” mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to Drive mode integrated control system. | |
| Turn signal indicator light | Green | This indicator light blinks: When you turn the turn signal light on. If any of the following occurs, there may a malfunction with the turn signal system. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. The indicator light does not blink but illuminates. The indicator light blinks more rapidly. | |
| Low beam indicator light | Green | (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When the headlights are on. | |
| High Beam Assist indicator | Green | (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light illuminates: When the high beam is on with the light switch in the AUTO light position. If your vehicle detects oncoming or preceding vehicles, High Beam Assist will switch the high beam to low beam automatically. For more details, refer to High Beam Assist (HBA). | |
| Light ON indicator light | Green | This indicator light illuminates: When the tail lights or headlights are on. | |
| Front fog indicator light | Green | (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When the front fog lights are on. | |
| Cruise indicator light | Green* | (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When the cruise control system is enabled. For more details, refer to Cruise Control (CC). | |
| ECO Mode Indicator Light | Green* | (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When you select “ECO” mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to Drive mode integrated control system. | |
| High beam indicator light | Blue | This indicator light illuminates: When the headlights are on and in the high beam position. When the turn signal lever is pulled into the Flash-to-Pass position. |
Source: 2024 Kia Forte Owner's Manual. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.
2022 Forte warning lights
Air bag warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the SRS. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
What to do: The car drives normally, but get it checked soon. Do not try to repair airbag parts yourself.
Seat belt warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light informs the driver that the seat belt is not fastened.
What to do: Fasten all seat belts. If it stays on with everyone belted, a heavy bag on a seat can trigger it.
Parking brake & brake fluid warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds It remains on if the parking brake is applied. When the parking brake is applied. When the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low. If the warning light illuminates with the parking brake released, it indicates the brake fluid level in reservoir is low.
What to do: Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light
Check soon
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the ABS (The normal braking system will still be operational without the assistance of the anti-lock brake system). In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
What to do: Drive carefully, leave extra stopping distance and have it checked soon. If the red brake light is also on, stop driving.
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: These two warning lights illuminate at the same time while driving: When the ABS and regular brake system may not work normally. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
What to do: Check the parking brake is fully released. If the light stays on, the brakes may not work properly: stop and get help rather than driving on.
Electric Power Steering (EPS) warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. This indicator light comes on after the ignition key is turned to the ON position and then goes out after approximately 3 seconds. When there is a malfunction with the EPS. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
What to do: Drive carefully and have it checked. If it came on after a lot of parking manoeuvres, it can reset after the car cools down.
Charging System Warning Light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: When there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system. If there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system: In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
What to do: Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle. Turn the engine off and check the alternator drive belt for looseness or breakage.
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Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: When the engine oil pressure is low. 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. Continued driving with the warning light on may cause engine failure.
What to do: Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle. Turn the engine off and check the engine oil level (For more details, refer to More Details ).
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Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Check soon
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: When the fuel tank is nearly empty. If the fuel tank is nearly empty:.
What to do: Add fuel as soon as possible.
Master warning light
Check soon
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: This warning light informs the driver the following situations Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction (if equipped) Blind-Spot Collision Warning malfunction (if equipped) Blind-Spot Collision Warning radar blocked (if equipped) High Beam Assist malfunction Smart Cruise Control malfunction (if equipped) Smart Cruise Control radar blocked (if equipped) LED headlamp malfunction…
What to do: Read the message on the multi-information display. Red means stop safely; amber means get it checked.
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
Check soon
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When one or more of your tires are significantly under inflated. (The location of the under inflated tires are displayed on the LCD display).
What to do: Check all four tires with a gauge and inflate to the pressure on the driver's door sticker. The light goes out after a short drive.
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Electronic stability control (ESC) indicator light
Check soon
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the ESC system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. This indicator light blinks: While the ESC is operating.
What to do: If it flashes, ease off and drive gently for the conditions. If it stays on, have the system checked.
Electronic stability control (ESC) OFF indicator light
Check soon
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you deactivate the ESC system by pressing the ESC OFF button.
What to do: Turn it back on unless you are stuck in snow or mud. It normally turns on again with the next start.
AUTO HOLD Indicator Light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: [White] When you activate the auto hold system by pressing the AUTO HOLD button. [Green] When you stop the vehicle completely by depressing the brake pedal with the auto hold system activated. [Yellow] When there is a malfunction with the auto hold system. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
What to do: Nothing to do. Press the accelerator to drive off; the brakes release automatically.
Turn signal indicator light
Information
The manual says: This indicator light blinks: When you turn the turn signal light on. If any of the following occurs, there may a malfunction with the turn signal system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. The indicator light does not blink but illuminates. The indicator light blinks more rapidly. The indicator light does not illuminate at all.
What to do: If it flashes faster than usual, replace the blown bulb on that side.
High beam indicator light
Information
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: When the headlights are on and in the high beam position. When the turn signal lever is pulled into the Flash-to-Pass position.
What to do: Dip them for oncoming traffic and when following another car.
High Beam Assist indicator
Information
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: When the high beam is on with the light switch in the AUTO light position. If your vehicle detects oncoming or preceding vehicles, High Beam Assist will switch the high beam to low beam automatically. Lane Safety indicator light (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: [Green] When Lane Keeping Assist operating conditions are satisfied.
What to do: Dip them for oncoming traffic and when following another car.
Light ON indicator light
Information
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: When the tail lights or headlights are on. Front fog indicator light (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When the front fog lights are on. KEY OUT Indicator Light (if equipped) When the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ACC or ON position, if any door is open, the system checks for the smart key.
What to do: Nothing to do.
Cruise indicator light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: When the cruise control system is enabled. SPORT Mode Indicator Light (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When you select “SPORT” mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to More Details. SMART Mode Indicator Light (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When you select “SMART” mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to More Details.
What to do: Nothing to do.
| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air bag warning light | Red | This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the SRS. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Seat belt warning light | Red | This warning light informs the driver that the seat belt is not fastened. | |
| Parking brake & brake fluid warning light | Red | This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds It remains on if the parking brake is applied. When the parking brake is applied. When the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low. If the warning light illuminates with the parking brake released, it indicates the brake fluid level in reservoir is low. | |
| Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light | Red* | These two warning lights illuminate at the same time while driving: When the ABS and regular brake system may not work normally. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Electric Power Steering (EPS) warning light | Red | This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. This indicator light comes on after the ignition key is turned to the ON position and then goes out after approximately 3 seconds. When there is a malfunction with the EPS. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Charging System Warning Light | Red | This warning light illuminates: When there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system. If there is a malfunction with either the alternator or electrical charging system: In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible. | |
| Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light | Red | This warning light illuminates: When the engine oil pressure is low. 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. Continued driving with the warning light on may cause engine failure. | |
| Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light | Amber | This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the ABS (The normal braking system will still be operational without the assistance of the anti-lock brake system). In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Low Fuel Level Warning Light | Amber | This warning light illuminates: When the fuel tank is nearly empty. If the fuel tank is nearly empty:. | |
| Master warning light | Amber | This indicator light illuminates: This warning light informs the driver the following situations Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction (if equipped) Blind-Spot Collision Warning malfunction (if equipped) Blind-Spot Collision Warning radar blocked (if equipped) High Beam Assist malfunction Smart Cruise Control malfunction (if equipped) Smart Cruise Control radar blocked (if equipped) LED headlamp malfunction… | |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning Light | Amber | This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When one or more of your tires are significantly under inflated. (The location of the under inflated tires are displayed on the LCD display). | |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) indicator light | Amber | This indicator light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the ESC system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. This indicator light blinks: While the ESC is operating. | |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) OFF indicator light | Amber | This indicator light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you deactivate the ESC system by pressing the ESC OFF button. | |
| AUTO HOLD Indicator Light | Green* | This indicator light illuminates: [White] When you activate the auto hold system by pressing the AUTO HOLD button. [Green] When you stop the vehicle completely by depressing the brake pedal with the auto hold system activated. [Yellow] When there is a malfunction with the auto hold system. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Turn signal indicator light | Green | This indicator light blinks: When you turn the turn signal light on. If any of the following occurs, there may a malfunction with the turn signal system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. The indicator light does not blink but illuminates. The indicator light blinks more rapidly. The indicator light does not illuminate at all. | |
| High Beam Assist indicator | Green | This warning light illuminates: When the high beam is on with the light switch in the AUTO light position. If your vehicle detects oncoming or preceding vehicles, High Beam Assist will switch the high beam to low beam automatically. Lane Safety indicator light (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: [Green] When Lane Keeping Assist operating conditions are satisfied. | |
| Light ON indicator light | Green | This indicator light illuminates: When the tail lights or headlights are on. Front fog indicator light (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When the front fog lights are on. KEY OUT Indicator Light (if equipped) When the ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ACC or ON position, if any door is open, the system checks for the smart key. | |
| Cruise indicator light | Green* | This indicator light illuminates: When the cruise control system is enabled. SPORT Mode Indicator Light (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When you select “SPORT” mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to More Details. SMART Mode Indicator Light (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When you select “SMART” mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to More Details. | |
| High beam indicator light | Blue | This indicator light illuminates: When the headlights are on and in the high beam position. When the turn signal lever is pulled into the Flash-to-Pass position. |
Source: 2022 Kia Forte Owner's Manual. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.