Kia 2013 Soul Owner's Manual page 127

CAUTION
- MIL
illumination
• Prolonged driving with the
Emission Control
Malfunction Indicator Light
illuminated may cause dam-
age to the emission control
systems which could effect
drivability and/or fuel econo-
my.
• If the Emission
System Malfunction Indicator
Light illuminates, potential
catalytic converter damage is
possible. This could result in
loss of engine power. Have the
Engine Control
inspected as soon as possible
by an authorized Kia dealer.
ESC (Electronic Stability
Control) indicator
(if equipped)
System
The ESC indicator will illuminate
when the ignition switch is turned
ON, but should go off after approxi-
mately 3 seconds. When the ESC is
on, it monitors the driving conditions
and under normal driving conditions,
the ESC indicator will remain off.
Control
When a slippery or low traction con-
dition is encountered, the ESC will
operate, and the ESC indicator will
blink to indicate the ESC is operat-
ing.
If this indicator illuminates and stays
System
on, the ESC may have malfunc-
tioned. Take your vehicle to an
authorized Kia dealer and have the
system checked.
Features of your vehicle
ESC OFF indicator
(if equipped)
The ESC OFF indicator will illumi-
nate when the ignition switch is
turned ON, but should go off after
approximately 3 seconds. To switch
to ESC function off, press the ESC
OFF button. The ESC OFF indicator
will illuminate indicating the ESC is
deactivated.
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