Kia Rio: Indicator Lights / Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF, Immobilizer Indicator Lights
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light

This indicator light illuminates:
- Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
- It illuminates 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)” in chapter 6.
Immobilizer Indicator Light (Without Smart Key)

This indicator light illuminates:
• When the vehicle detects the immobilizer in your key while the ignition switch
is ON.
- At this time, you can start the engine.
- The indicator light goes off after starting the engine.
This indicator light blinks:
• When there is a malfunction with the immobilizer system.
In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
This indicator light illuminates:
Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
- It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
When there ...
This indicator light illuminates for up to 30 seconds:
• When the vehicle detects the smart key in the vehicle properly while the Engine
Start/Stop Button is ACC or ON.
- At this time, you can ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Front pillar trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Rear seat belt buckle [RH]
2. Rear seat belt buckle [LH]
Repair procedures
Replacement
When installing t ...