Kia Sorento Hybrid dashboard symbols and warning lights
Every light in the Kia Sorento Hybrid owner's manual, 2022 to 2026. Tap a light to see what it means and what to do. Red means stop safely, amber means get it checked soon.
2026 Sorento Hybrid warning lights
Air bag warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light appears: Once you set the 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.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
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 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. Have your vehicle towed to an authorized Kia dealer and inspected.
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) warning light
Check soon
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 MDPS.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) 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. This indicator light comes on after the ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed to the ON position and then goes out after approximately 3 seconds. When there is a malfunction with the MDPS.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Charging System warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light appears: Once you set the 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: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) This warning light appears: When you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position.
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. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
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Engine oil pressure warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light appears: Once you set the 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 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.
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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Engine coolant temperature warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: The warning light appears: When the temperature of the engine coolant is extremely high. If your vehicle overheats, refer to More Details.
What to do: Do not continue driving with an overheated engine.
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EV mode indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator appears: 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.
Service warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light appears: When you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. The service warning light appears for approximately 3 seconds and then turns off when all checks have been performed. When there is a problem with the hybrid vehicle control system or hardware.
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 situation resolv, 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.
Low tire pressure warning light
Check soon
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 one or more of your tires are significantly under inflated. (The location of the under inflated tires is displayed on the LCD display).
What to do: Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
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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. This warning light blinks: When there is a malfunction with a LED headlamp related part.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Forward Safety warning light
Check soon
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. Yellow: When Forward Safety of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is deselected, disabled, or a malfunction is detected.
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: This warning light illuminates: When a door is not closed securely. Liftgate Open Warning Light (if equipped) This warning light appears: When the liftgate is not closed securely. Washer Fluid Warning Light (if equipped) This warning light appears: When the washer fluid level in the reservoir is nearly empty. Refill the washer fluid.
What to do: Stop and close every door firmly.
Inattentive driving warning light
Check soon
The manual says: This indicator light appears: When the ENGINE START/STOP Button is in the ON position. It illuminates for about 3 seconds and then goes off. Yellow: When DAW is disabled or a malfunction is detected. If the yellow indicator light remains on after the front view camera has been uncovered or unblocked, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) indicator light
Check soon
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 the ESC system. This indicator light blinks: While the ESC is operating.
What to do: Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF indicator light
Check soon
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 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: Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
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. 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: Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
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. High Beam Assist indicator light (HBA) (if equipped) This indicator light appears: When the high beam is on with the light switch in the AUTO light position.
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.
What to do: Nothing to do.
Front fog indicator light
Information
The manual says: This indicator light appears: When the front fog lights are on. Lane Safety indicator (if equipped) The Lane Safety indicator will appear when you turn Lane Keeping Assist on by pressing the Lane Safety button. If there is a problem with Lane Keeping Assist, the yellow Lane Safety indicator will appear.
What to do: Turn them off when visibility is good, as they can dazzle other drivers.
Downhill Brake Control (DBC) indicator light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light appears: When you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you activate the system by pressing the DBC button. This indicator light blinks: When the DBC is operating. This indicator light illuminates yellow: When there is a malfunction with the DBC system.
What to do: Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Lane Following Assist indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light appears: Lane Following Assist indicator will appear when you turn Lane Following Assist on by pressing Lane Driving Assist button. If there is a problem with the function, the yellow Lane Following Assist indicator will appear.
What to do: If amber, clean the windshield in front of the camera. If it stays amber, have it checked.
| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air bag warning light | Red | This warning light appears: Once you set the 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. | |
| 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 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. | |
| Charging System warning light | Red | This warning light appears: Once you set the 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: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) This warning light appears: When you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. | |
| Engine oil pressure warning light | Red | This warning light appears: Once you set the 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 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. | |
| Engine coolant temperature warning light | Red | The warning light appears: When the temperature of the engine coolant is extremely high. If your vehicle overheats, refer to More Details. | |
| Service warning light | Red | This warning light appears: When you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. The service warning light appears for approximately 3 seconds and then turns off when all checks have been performed. When there is a problem with the hybrid vehicle control system or hardware. | |
| Door Ajar Warning Light | Red* | This warning light illuminates: When a door is not closed securely. Liftgate Open Warning Light (if equipped) This warning light appears: When the liftgate is not closed securely. Washer Fluid Warning Light (if equipped) This warning light appears: When the washer fluid level in the reservoir is nearly empty. Refill the washer fluid. | |
| Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) 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 MDPS. | |
| Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) warning light | Amber* | This warning light appears: Once you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. This indicator light comes on after the ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed to the ON position and then goes out after approximately 3 seconds. When there is a malfunction with the MDPS. | |
| EV mode indicator | Amber* | This indicator appears: 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. | |
| 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 situation resolv, the master warning light will turn off. | |
| Low tire pressure 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 one or more of your tires are significantly under inflated. (The location of the under inflated tires is displayed on the LCD display). | |
| 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. This warning light blinks: When there is a malfunction with a LED headlamp related part. | |
| Forward Safety 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. Yellow: When Forward Safety of Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is deselected, disabled, or a malfunction is detected. | |
| Inattentive driving warning light | Amber | This indicator light appears: When the ENGINE START/STOP Button is in the ON position. It illuminates for about 3 seconds and then goes off. Yellow: When DAW is disabled or a malfunction is detected. If the yellow indicator light remains on after the front view camera has been uncovered or unblocked, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) indicator 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 the ESC system. 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 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 Following Assist indicator | Amber* | This indicator light appears: Lane Following Assist indicator will appear when you turn Lane Following Assist on by pressing Lane Driving Assist button. If there is a problem with the function, the yellow Lane Following Assist indicator will appear. | |
| 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. 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. | |
| Light ON indicator light | Green | This indicator light appears: When the taillamps or headlamps are on. | |
| Front fog indicator light | Green | This indicator light appears: When the front fog lights are on. Lane Safety indicator (if equipped) The Lane Safety indicator will appear when you turn Lane Keeping Assist on by pressing the Lane Safety button. If there is a problem with Lane Keeping Assist, the yellow Lane Safety indicator will appear. | |
| Downhill Brake Control (DBC) indicator light | Green* | This indicator light appears: When you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you activate the system by pressing the DBC button. This indicator light blinks: When the DBC is operating. This indicator light illuminates yellow: When there is a malfunction with the DBC system. | |
| 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. High Beam Assist indicator light (HBA) (if equipped) This indicator light appears: When the high beam is on with the light switch in the AUTO light position. |
Source: 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid Owner's Manual. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.
2022 to 2023 Sorento Hybrid warning lights
Air bag warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light appears: Once you set the 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. 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: This warning light appears: Once you set the 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 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 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. NOTE.
What to do: Release the parking brake before driving. If it flashes or will not release, see a dealer.
All Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light
Check soon
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) 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 AWD. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
What to do: If amber or flashing, the system has a fault or is overheating: drive gently and have it checked.
Electric Power Steering (EPS) warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light appears: Once you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. This indicator light comes on after the ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed to 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 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 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 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.
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 and filter ).
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Ready indicator
Information
The manual says: This indicator appears: 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.
Engine coolant temperature warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: The warning light appears: When the temperature of the engine coolant is extremely high. If your vehicle overheats, refer to If the engine overheats NOTE If the Engine Coolant Temperature warning light appears, it indicates overheating that may damage the engine.
What to do: Do not continue driving with an overheated engine.
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EV mode indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator appears: 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.
Service warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This warning light appears: When you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. The service warning light appears for approximately 3 seconds and then turns off when all checks have been performed. When there is a problem with the hybrid vehicle control system or hardware.
Regenerative brake warning light
Stop safely
The manual says: (red color) (yellow color) This warning light appears: When the regenerative brake does not operate and the brake does not perform well. This causes the Brake Warning light (red) and Regenerative Brake Warning Light (yellow) to appear simultaneously. If this occurs, drive safely and 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.
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.
Low tire pressure warning light
Check soon
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 one or more of your tires are significantly under inflated. (The location of the under inflated tires are displayed on the LCD display). For more details, refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
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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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: (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light appears: When there is a malfunction with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
Icy road warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light appears: This warning light is to warn the driver the road may be icy. When the temperature on the outside temperature gauge is approximately below 39 °F (4 °C), the icy road warning light and outside temperature gauge blinks and then appears. Also, the warning chime sounds 1 time.
What to do: Drive carefully, especially on bridges and in shade.
Charging cable connection indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: (Plug-in hybrid vehicle) This indicator appears in red when the charging cable is connected.
What to do: Unplug the charging cable before driving.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) indicator light
Check soon
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 the ESC system. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. This indicator light blinks: While the ESC is operating. For more details, refer to Electronic Parking Brake (EPB).
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 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. For more details, refer to Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system.
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 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: (if equipped): (if equipped) 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. For more details, refer to High Beam Assist (HBA).
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.
What to do: Nothing to do.
Front fog indicator light
Information
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light appears: When the front fog lights are on.
What to do: Turn them off when visibility is good, as they can dazzle other drivers.
Lane Safety indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) 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. 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.
Cruise Control indicator light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light appears: When Cruise Control is enabled. For more details, refer to Cruise Control (CC).
What to do: Nothing to do.
Downhill Brake Control (DBC) indicator light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light appears: When you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you activate the system by pressing the DBC button. This indicator light blinks: When the DBC is operating. This indicator light illuminates yellow: When there is a malfunction with the DBC system.
What to do: Nothing to do. It flashes while it is braking.
All Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK indicator light
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The manual says: (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light appears: Once you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you select AWD lock mode by pressing the AWD LOCK button. The AWD lock mode is to increase the drive power when driving on wet pavement, snow covered roads and/or off-road.
What to do: If amber or flashing, the system has a fault or is overheating: drive gently and have it checked.
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 Drive mode integrated control system.
ECO Mode indicator light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light appears: When you select "ECO" mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to Drive mode integrated control system. --> Home Hybrid system overview PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) system HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) system Charging the plug-in hybrid vehicle Driving the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle Components of the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle Introduction Fuel requirements Vehicle…
What to do: Nothing to do.
| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air bag warning light | Red | This warning light appears: Once you set the 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. For more details, refer to Seat belts. | |
| Parking brake & brake fluid warning light | Red | This warning light appears: Once you set the 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. | |
| Electric Power Steering (EPS) warning light | Red | This warning light appears: Once you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. This indicator light comes on after the ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed to 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. | |
| Charging System warning light | Red | This warning light appears: Once you set the 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 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 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. | |
| Engine coolant temperature warning light | Red | The warning light appears: When the temperature of the engine coolant is extremely high. If your vehicle overheats, refer to If the engine overheats NOTE If the Engine Coolant Temperature warning light appears, it indicates overheating that may damage the engine. | |
| Regenerative brake warning light | Red | (red color) (yellow color) This warning light appears: When the regenerative brake does not operate and the brake does not perform well. This causes the Brake Warning light (red) and Regenerative Brake Warning Light (yellow) to appear simultaneously. If this occurs, drive safely and have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Anti-lock brake system (ABS) 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 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 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. NOTE. | |
| All Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light | Amber | (if equipped): (if equipped) 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 AWD. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| EV mode indicator | Amber* | This indicator appears: 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. | |
| Service warning light | Amber* | This warning light appears: When you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. The service warning light appears for approximately 3 seconds and then turns off when all checks have been performed. When there is a problem with the hybrid vehicle control system or hardware. | |
| 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. | |
| Low tire pressure 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 one or more of your tires are significantly under inflated. (The location of the under inflated tires are displayed on the LCD display). For more details, refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). | |
| 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* | (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light appears: 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 | Amber* | (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light appears: This warning light is to warn the driver the road may be icy. When the temperature on the outside temperature gauge is approximately below 39 °F (4 °C), the icy road warning light and outside temperature gauge blinks and then appears. Also, the warning chime sounds 1 time. | |
| Charging cable connection indicator light | Amber* | (Plug-in hybrid vehicle) This indicator appears in red when the charging cable is connected. | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) indicator 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 the ESC system. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. This indicator light blinks: While the ESC is operating. For more details, refer to Electronic Parking Brake (EPB). | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF indicator 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 you deactivate the ESC system by pressing the ESC OFF button. For more details, refer to Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. | |
| Lane Safety indicator | Amber* | (if equipped): (if equipped) 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. For more details, refer to Lane Keeping Assist (LKA). | |
| All Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK indicator light | Amber | (if equipped): (if equipped) This warning light appears: Once you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you select AWD lock mode by pressing the AWD LOCK button. The AWD lock mode is to increase the drive power when driving on wet pavement, snow covered roads and/or off-road. | |
| SPORT Mode indicator light | Amber* | This indicator light appears: When you select "SPORT" mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to Drive mode integrated control system. | |
| Ready indicator | Green | This indicator appears: When the vehicle is ready to be driven. ON: Normal driving is possible. OFF: Normal driving is not possible, or a problem has occurred. | |
| 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 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 | (if equipped): (if equipped) 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. For more details, refer to High Beam Assist (HBA). | |
| Light ON indicator light | Green | This indicator light appears: When the taillamps or headlamps are on. | |
| Front fog indicator light | Green | (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light appears: When the front fog lights are on. | |
| Cruise Control indicator light | Green* | (if equipped): (if equipped) This indicator light appears: When Cruise Control is enabled. For more details, refer to Cruise Control (CC). | |
| Downhill Brake Control (DBC) indicator light | Green* | This indicator light appears: When you set the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position. It appears for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you activate the system by pressing the DBC button. This indicator light blinks: When the DBC is operating. This indicator light illuminates yellow: When there is a malfunction with the DBC system. | |
| ECO Mode indicator light | Green* | This indicator light appears: When you select "ECO" mode as drive mode. For more details, refer to Drive mode integrated control system. --> Home Hybrid system overview PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) system HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) system Charging the plug-in hybrid vehicle Driving the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle Components of the hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicle Introduction Fuel requirements Vehicle… | |
| 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: 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid Owner's Manual; 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid Owner's Manual. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.
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