ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON*
To start the engine:
  1. Depress the brake pedal
  2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button while gear shift is in Park or Neutral

To turn the engine OFF:

Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.

To use the ENGINE START/STOP button, you must have the Smart Key fob inside the vehicle.

Quick Tips:

To use electrical accessories:

ACC position -

  • When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once

ON position -

  • When already in the ACC position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button again
  • When in the OFF position (not illuminated) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice (reddish-orange light)

Keeping the vehicle in the ACC or ON position for extended periods of time without turning the engine on, may discharge the vehicle's battery

Reminders:

  • In an emergency situation while the vehicle is in motion, you are able to turn the vehicle off and to the ACC position by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button for more than 2 seconds or 3 times consecutively within 3 seconds
  • If the Smart Key battery is weak or not working properly, hold the Smart Key fob up to the ENGINE START/STOP button (Lock button side closest) and press to start the engine

*See LEGAL page for legal information.

This feature may not be available on all Kia models.

Button configuration may vary. Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.

Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Do not attempt to change vehicle system settings while driving.

With the engine off, hydraulic power assist for steering and braking will be disabled and the vehicle will be more difficult to control. For more information, refer to section 6 in the Owner’s Manual.

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