Kia Soul EV dashboard symbols and warning lights
Every light in the Kia Soul EV owner's manual, 2022. Tap a light to see what it means and what to do. Red means stop safely, amber means get it checked soon.
2022 Soul EV warning lights
Service Warning Light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a problem with related parts of the electric vehicle control system, such as sensors, etc. When the warning light illuminates while driving, or does not go OFF after starting the vehicle, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Air bag Warning Light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: Once you set the 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 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 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: When the START/STOP button is in 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 ABS). 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) 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.
Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Warning Light
Stop safely
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It remains on until the vehicle is started. When there is a malfunction with the EPS. 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 the 12-volt battery level is low or a failure occurs on the charging system such as LDC. If the warning light turns on while driving, move the vehicle to a safe location, turn off and turn on the vehicle again, and check if the warning light turns off. If the warning light remains on, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
What to do: Turn off everything you can (A/C, heated seats, radio) and drive straight to a garage or home. Do not switch the engine off until you get there, as it may not restart.
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High Voltage Battery Low Level Warning Light
Check soon
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: When the high voltage battery level is low. When the warning light turns ON, charge the battery immediately. Power Down Warning This warning light illuminates: When the power is limited for the safety of the electric vehicle. Power can be limited for the following reasons. The high voltage battery level is below a certain level or voltage is decreasing.
What to do: Stop in a safe place and restart. If the light stays on, call the dealer and avoid driving far.
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
Check soon
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When one or more of your tires are significantly under inflated. This warning light remains on after blinking for approximately 60 seconds or repeats blinking on and off at the intervals of approximately 3 seconds: When there is a malfunction with the 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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Master Warning Light
Check soon
The manual says: This warning light informs the driver the following situations Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction (if equipped) Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist radar blocked (if equipped) Blind-Spot Collision Warning malfunction (if equipped) Blind-Spot Collision Warning radar blocked (if equipped) LED headlamp malfunction (if equipped) Lamp malfunction High Beam Assist malfunction (if equipped) Smart Cruise Control…
What to do: Read the message on the multi-information display. Red means stop safely; amber means get it checked.
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Light
Check soon
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the EPB. In this case, have your 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.
Forward Safety Warning Light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is turned off. When the radar sensor or cover is blocked with dirt or snow. When there is a malfunction with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. If this occurs, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
What to do: Check the sensor and cover and clean them by using a soft cloth.
Door Ajar Warning Light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: This warning light illuminates: When a door is not closed securely.
What to do: Stop and close every door firmly.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light
Check soon
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the ESC. 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: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you deactivate the ESC 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.
Charging Cable Connection Indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator illuminates in red when the charging cable is connected. Immobilizer Indicator Light (With Smart Key) This indicator light illuminates for up to 30 seconds: When the vehicle detects the smart key in the vehicle with the START/STOP button in the ACC or ON position. Once the smart key is detected, you can start the vehicle ( indicator ON).
What to do: Unplug the charging cable before driving.
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.
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: 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.
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. Blinking: Emergency driving. When the ready indicator goes OFF or blinks, there is a problem with the system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
What to do: Nothing to do. Switch off fully before leaving the car.
Lane Safety Indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: The Lane Safety indicator will illuminate when you turn the Lane Keeping Assist on by pressing the Lane Safety button. If there is a problem with the function, the yellow Lane Safety indicator will illuminate. Cruise Indicator Light (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When Cruise Control is enabled.
What to do: If amber, clean the windshield in front of the camera. If it stays amber, have it checked.
ECO+ Mode Indicator
Information · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates: When you select "ECO+" mode as drive mode.
What to do: Nothing to do.
| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air bag Warning Light | Red | This warning light illuminates: Once you set the 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 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 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) 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. | |
| Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Warning Light | Red | This warning light illuminates: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It remains on until the vehicle is started. When there is a malfunction with the EPS. 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 the 12-volt battery level is low or a failure occurs on the charging system such as LDC. If the warning light turns on while driving, move the vehicle to a safe location, turn off and turn on the vehicle again, and check if the warning light turns off. If the warning light remains on, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Door Ajar Warning Light | Red* | This warning light illuminates: When a door is not closed securely. | |
| Service Warning Light | Amber* | This warning light illuminates: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a problem with related parts of the electric vehicle control system, such as sensors, etc. When the warning light illuminates while driving, or does not go OFF after starting the vehicle, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light | Amber | This warning light illuminates: When the START/STOP button is in 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 ABS). In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| High Voltage Battery Low Level Warning Light | Amber | This warning light illuminates: When the high voltage battery level is low. When the warning light turns ON, charge the battery immediately. Power Down Warning This warning light illuminates: When the power is limited for the safety of the electric vehicle. Power can be limited for the following reasons. The high voltage battery level is below a certain level or voltage is decreasing. | |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning Light | Amber | This warning light illuminates: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When one or more of your tires are significantly under inflated. This warning light remains on after blinking for approximately 60 seconds or repeats blinking on and off at the intervals of approximately 3 seconds: When there is a malfunction with the TPMS. | |
| Master Warning Light | Amber | This warning light informs the driver the following situations Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist malfunction (if equipped) Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist radar blocked (if equipped) Blind-Spot Collision Warning malfunction (if equipped) Blind-Spot Collision Warning radar blocked (if equipped) LED headlamp malfunction (if equipped) Lamp malfunction High Beam Assist malfunction (if equipped) Smart Cruise Control… | |
| Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Light | Amber | This warning light illuminates: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the EPB. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Forward Safety Warning Light | Amber* | This indicator light illuminates: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist is turned off. When the radar sensor or cover is blocked with dirt or snow. When there is a malfunction with Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist. If this occurs, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light | Amber | This indicator light illuminates: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the ESC. 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: When the START/STOP button is in the ON position. It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When you deactivate the ESC by pressing the ESC OFF button. | |
| Charging Cable Connection Indicator | Amber* | This indicator illuminates in red when the charging cable is connected. Immobilizer Indicator Light (With Smart Key) This indicator light illuminates for up to 30 seconds: When the vehicle detects the smart key in the vehicle with the START/STOP button in the ACC or ON position. Once the smart key is detected, you can start the vehicle ( indicator ON). | |
| Lane Safety Indicator | Amber* | The Lane Safety indicator will illuminate when you turn the Lane Keeping Assist on by pressing the Lane Safety button. If there is a problem with the function, the yellow Lane Safety indicator will illuminate. Cruise Indicator Light (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates: When Cruise Control is enabled. | |
| 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. | |
| Light ON Indicator Light | Green | This indicator light illuminates: When the tail lights or headlights are on. | |
| Front Fog Indicator Light | Green | This indicator light illuminates: 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. Blinking: Emergency driving. When the ready indicator goes OFF or blinks, there is a problem with the system. In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. | |
| ECO+ Mode Indicator | Green* | This indicator light illuminates: When you select "ECO+" mode as drive mode. | |
| 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 Soul EV Owner's Manual. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.
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