Kia Stinger CK: Automatic transmission (shift-by-wire) / LCD display messages

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Shifter Malfunction

The warning message appears on the LCD display, when the transmission or the shift lever does not properly operate in the P (Park) position. In this case, we recommend you to immediately have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

Check shift lever

The warning message appears on the LCD display, when there is a malfunction with one of the key transmission components.

In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer immediately.

Shifting conditions not met

The warning message appears on the LCD display, when engine RPM is too high, or when driving speed is too fast to shift the gear.

We recommend you decrease your RPM level or slow down before shifting the gear.

Press brake pedal to change gear

The warning message appears on the LCD display, when the brake pedal is not depressed while shifting the gear.

We recommend you depress the brake pedal and then shift the gear.

Shift to P after stopping

The warning message appears on the LCD display, when the brake pedal is not depressed while shifting the gear.

We recommend you depress the brake pedal and then shift the gear.

Press UNLOCK to change gear

The warning message appears on the LCD display, when the [UNLOCK] button is not pressed while shifting the gear.

We recommend you press the [UNLOCK] button and then shift the gear.

PARK engaged

The message appears on the LCD display, when the P (Park) position is engaged.

NEUTRAL engaged

The message appears on the LCD display, when the N (Neutral) position is engaged.

Other information:

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Owner's Manual: Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring

Description and operation Description Driver Airbag (DAB) is installed in the steering wheel and electrically connected to SRSCM via the clock spring. It protects the driver by deploying the airbag when frontal crash occurs. The SRSCM determines deployment of the Driver Airbag (DAB).    Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag module (squib) even if you are using the specified tester.

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Owner's Manual: Emergency Signal System

Description and operation Description Introduction of quick brake warning system (ESS) In case of quick brake by driver, the brake lamp or turn signal is blinked to warn against the vehicle at rear. 1. Basic function (Blinking the brake lamp/emergency lamp) – Operation condition: In case of quick brake or operation of ABS above in a certain speed – Releasing condition: In case of stopping the quick brake or releasing the ABS operation 2.

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