Kia Niro dashboard symbols and warning lights
Every light in the Kia Niro owner's manual, 2023. Tap a light to see what it means and what to do. Red means stop safely, amber means get it checked soon.
2023 Niro warning lights
Air bag warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 ~ 6 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the SRS. In this case, have the 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 appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position. It appears 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 appears 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 appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It appears 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 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 appear at the same time while driving: When the ABS and regular brake system are not working, 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.
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) warning light
Check soon
The manual says: This warning light appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the EPB. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
What to do: Release the parking brake before driving. If it flashes or will not release, see a dealer.
Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This warning light appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position. This indicator light comes on after the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON position and then goes out after approximately 3 seconds. When there is a malfunction with the EPS. In this case, have the 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 appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. 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 an authorized Kia dealer.
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 appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position. It remains on until the engine is started. When the engine oil pressure is low. If the engine 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.
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 appears: 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 appears: 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.
What to do: Read the message on the multi-information display. Red means stop safely; amber means get it checked.
LED headlamp warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This warning light appears: Once you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the LED headlamp. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. This warning light blinks: When there is a malfunction with a LED headlamp related part.
Forward Safety warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light appears: Once you set the ENGINE START/ STOP button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. Icy road warning light (if equipped) This warning light is to warn the driver the road may be icy.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
Electronic stability control (ESC) indicator light
Check soon
The manual says: This indicator light appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position. It appears 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 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 appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you deactivate the ESC system by pressing the ESC OFF button. AUTO HOLD indicator light (AUTO HOLD) This indicator light appears: White When you activate the auto hold system by pressing the AUTO HOLD 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.
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 be a malfunction with the turn signal system. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. The indicator light does not blink but appears. The indicator light blinks more rapidly. The indicator light does not appear at all.
What to do: If it flashes faster than usual, replace the blown bulb on that side.
Low beam indicator light
Information
The manual says: This indicator light appears: When the headlamps are on.
What to do: Nothing to do.
High beam indicator light
Information
The manual says: This indicator light appears: When the headlamps 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 light
Information
The manual says: This indicator light appears: 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.
What to do: Dip them for oncoming traffic and when following another car.
Light ON indicator light
Information
The manual says: This indicator light appears: When the taillamps or headlamps are on. Front fog indicator light (if equipped) This indicator light appears: When the front fog lights are on.
What to do: Nothing to do.
Lane Safety indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: Lane Safety indicator will appear when you turn Lane Keeping Assist on by pressing Lane Safety button. If there is a problem with Lane Keeping Assist, the yellow Lane Safety indicator will appear. Cruise Control indicator light (if equipped) This indicator light appears: When the cruise control system is enabled.
What to do: If amber, clean the windshield in front of the camera. If it stays amber, have it checked.
Ready indicator
Information
The manual says: This indicator illuminates: When the vehicle is ready to be driven. ON: Normal driving is possible. OFF: Normal driving is not possible, or a problem has occurred.
What to do: Nothing to do. Switch off fully before leaving the car.
EV mode indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator illuminates: When the vehicle is driven by the electric motor. "EV" indicator ON: Vehicle is driven using the electric motor or the gasoline engine is stopped. "EV" indicator OFF: Vehicle is driven using the gasoline engine. Charging cable connection indicator light (Plug-in hybrid vehicle) This indicator illuminates in red when the charging cable is connected.
SPORT Mode indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light appears: When you select "SPORT" mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to More Details.
ECO Mode indicator light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: When you select "ECO" mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to More Details.
What to do: Nothing to do.
Green zone drive mode indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator appears when you entering the inner road under as entering the inner road of a large hospital or school, registered favorites (Home/Office/favorite 1, 2, 3), large shopping mall and park (public, national, etc.). Refer to More Details.
| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air bag warning light | Red | This warning light appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 ~ 6 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the SRS. In this case, have the 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 appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position. It appears 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 appears 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 appear at the same time while driving: When the ABS and regular brake system are not working, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Charging system warning light | Red | This warning light appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. 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 an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Engine oil pressure warning light | Red | This warning light appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position. It remains on until the engine is started. When the engine oil pressure is low. If the engine 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. | |
| Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light | Amber | This warning light appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It appears 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 an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) warning light | Amber | This warning light appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the EPB. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) warning light | Amber* | This warning light appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position. This indicator light comes on after the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ON position and then goes out after approximately 3 seconds. When there is a malfunction with the EPS. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Low fuel level warning light | Amber | This warning light appears: When the fuel tank is nearly empty. If the fuel tank is nearly empty:. | |
| Master warning light | Amber | This indicator light appears: 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. | |
| LED headlamp warning light | Amber* | This warning light appears: Once you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the LED headlamp. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. This warning light blinks: When there is a malfunction with a LED headlamp related part. | |
| Forward Safety warning light | Amber* | This indicator light appears: Once you set the ENGINE START/ STOP button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. Icy road warning light (if equipped) This warning light is to warn the driver the road may be icy. | |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) indicator light | Amber | This indicator light appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position. It appears 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 an authorized Kia dealer. This indicator light blinks: While the ESC is operating. | |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) OFF indicator light | Amber | This indicator light appears: Once you set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP Button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you deactivate the ESC system by pressing the ESC OFF button. AUTO HOLD indicator light (AUTO HOLD) This indicator light appears: White When you activate the auto hold system by pressing the AUTO HOLD button. | |
| Lane Safety indicator light | Amber* | Lane Safety indicator will appear when you turn Lane Keeping Assist on by pressing Lane Safety button. If there is a problem with Lane Keeping Assist, the yellow Lane Safety indicator will appear. Cruise Control indicator light (if equipped) This indicator light appears: When the cruise control system is enabled. | |
| EV mode indicator | Amber* | This indicator illuminates: When the vehicle is driven by the electric motor. "EV" indicator ON: Vehicle is driven using the electric motor or the gasoline engine is stopped. "EV" indicator OFF: Vehicle is driven using the gasoline engine. Charging cable connection indicator light (Plug-in hybrid vehicle) This indicator illuminates in red when the charging cable is connected. | |
| SPORT Mode indicator light | Amber* | This indicator light appears: When you select "SPORT" mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to More Details. | |
| Green zone drive mode indicator light | Amber* | This indicator appears when you entering the inner road under as entering the inner road of a large hospital or school, registered favorites (Home/Office/favorite 1, 2, 3), large shopping mall and park (public, national, etc.). Refer to More Details. | |
| 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 be a malfunction with the turn signal system. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. The indicator light does not blink but appears. The indicator light blinks more rapidly. The indicator light does not appear at all. | |
| Low beam indicator light | Green | This indicator light appears: When the headlamps are on. | |
| High Beam Assist indicator light | Green | This indicator light appears: 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. | |
| Light ON indicator light | Green | This indicator light appears: When the taillamps or headlamps are on. Front fog indicator light (if equipped) This indicator light appears: When the front fog lights are on. | |
| Ready indicator | Green | This indicator illuminates: When the vehicle is ready to be driven. ON: Normal driving is possible. OFF: Normal driving is not possible, or a problem has occurred. | |
| ECO Mode indicator light | Green* | This indicator light illuminates: When you select "ECO" mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to More Details. | |
| High beam indicator light | Blue | This indicator light appears: When the headlamps are on and in the high beam position. When the turn signal lever is pulled into the Flash-to-Pass position. |
Source: 2023 Kia Niro Owner's Manual. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.