When does the indicator light go off on a Kia Forte?
When the vehicle detects the immobilizer in your key properly while the ignition switch is ON. At this time, you can start the engine.The indicator light goes off after starting the engine. When there is a malfunction with the immobilizer system.
How does the ecominder indicator work on Kia Forte?
When you deactivate the ESC system by pressing the ESC OFF button When the Active ECO button is pressed the ECOMINDER® indicator (green) will illuminate to show that the Active ECO is operating. When the vehicle detects the immobilizer in your key properly while the ignition switch is ON.
When does the Immobilizer warning light come on?
The immobilizer warning light turns on if your anti-theft system does not recognize the car key being used, if it’s the wrong key or low on battery. Is it safe to drive with the immobilizer warning light on? A vehicle can be a big investment so it is important to make sure that no one can take your car without your keys.
What to do if you have a brake leak in your Kia Forte?
1.Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle. 2.With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required (For more details, refer to “Brake Fluid” in chapter 7). Then check all brake components for fluid leaks.
When the vehicle detects the immobilizer in your key properly while the ignition switch is ON. At this time, you can start the engine.The indicator light goes off after starting the engine. When there is a malfunction with the immobilizer system.
Are there any problems with the Kia Forte?
Check out our Kia Forte overview to see the most problematic years, worst problems and most recently reported complaints with the Forte.
How often does the Kia immobilizer light come on?
Car will crank but starter will cut out after about 1-2 Car will crank but starter will cut out after about 1-2 seconds. It may start about every 30 tries The key immobilized light stays on while engine is cranking. read more
When did I buy a Kia Forte LX?
Bought a 2010 Forte LX (5 speeds manual) back in 2010. 160K miles later, I had to trade it in for a 2017 Forte LX (manual 6 speeds). What an improvement ! First of all, not one problem, itch or snooze on my previous Kia. Never opened the hood. All oil changes done by professionals.