Kia Sportage: ISG system indicator

ISG status is shown by the AUTO STOP indicator on the instrument cluster.

The AUTO STOP display also presents warning messages when the system requires driver attention.

LCD warning messages

A: “Auto Stop is Off. Press clutch pedal and start engine manually.”

The system may require you to restart the engine manually. In this case, the indicator on the ISG OFF button illuminates. If the vehicle has an AUTO STOP display, the warning message remains on the screen.

A: “Release brake pedal for Auto Start.”

If the engine has stopped automatically, it will not restart when you move the shift lever or dial from N (Neutral) to D (Drive), Manual mode or R (Reverse) without pressing the brake pedal. Press the brake pedal to restart the engine.

A: “Shift to neutral to Auto Start.”

A conventional manual transmission vehicle that is not a 48 V hybrid and is not equipped with Late Restart can restart the engine only when the transmission is in N (Neutral). If you select a gear without fully pressing the clutch pedal, a warning message and chime will alert you. Restart the engine in N (Neutral).

A: “Press clutch pedal for Auto Start.”

If the engine has stopped or the vehicle is moving with a gear selected and the clutch pedal released, the system may display this warning. On vehicles equipped with ISG Late Restart, except 48 V hybrid models, fully pressing the clutch pedal will restart the engine automatically.

ISG malfunction

The ISG system may not operate if a related sensor or system fault is detected.

The yellow AUTO STOP indicator will remain illuminated on the instrument cluster.

WARNING

While the engine is in Idle Stop mode, it may restart automatically without any action from the driver. Before leaving the Kia Sportage or working in the engine compartment, switch the ignition to LOCK/OFF using the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button, or remove the ignition key.

NOTE

• If the ISG system continues to operate incorrectly, have the vehicle inspected as soon as possible by a professional workshop. Kia recommends contacting an authorised Kia dealer or service partner.

• If the ISG OFF button indicator is illuminated, it may turn off after you drive at approximately 80 km/h for up to two hours with the fan speed set below position 2. If the indicator remains on after following this procedure, arrange an inspection as soon as possible at a professional workshop. Kia recommends contacting an authorised Kia dealer or service partner.

• After an AGM battery is reconnected or replaced, the ISG system may not operate immediately. To use ISG, the battery sensor must be calibrated for approximately four hours with the ignition off. After calibration, start and switch off the engine two or three times.

ISG system operating conditions

The ISG system operates only when the required conditions are met. These include: The driver’s seat belt is fastened. The driver’s door and engine bonnet are closed. ...

Brake system

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