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

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Owner's Manual / Driving your vehicle / 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: Bulb replacement precaution

Please keep extra bulbs on hand with appropriate wattage ratings in case of emergencies. Refer to “Bulb Wattage” in chapter 8. When changing lamps, first turn off the engine at a safe place, firmly apply the parking brake and detach the battery’s negative (-) terminal. WARNING - Working on the lights Prior to working on the light, firmly apply the parking brake, ensure that the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position and turn off the lights to avoid sudden movement of the vehicle burns to your skin or fingers, or an electric shock.

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

When the “Check System” warning message appears, the system is not working properly. In this case, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. WARNING The Driver Attention Warning system is not a substitute for safe driving practices. It is the responsibility of the driver to always drive cautiously to prevent unexpected and sudden situations from occurring.

 
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