Why did my ESC light come on?
If the ESC light stays on, it means your vehicle is not under control. And if the ESC light stays on for an extended period of time, your ESC may be malfunctioning, or the system has been manually deactivated. Of course, if your ESC light turns on, you can keep driving your car.
Does Kia Rio have traction control?
Standard safety features include six airbags, four-wheel anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control with brake and hill start assist, and traction control.
Should I drive with ESC on or off?
There are still times to switch the electronics off and most notably that is when driving offroad or in deep snow. Even high speed dirt road driving should be done with ESC on. But regardless of your car’s electronics, it’s not worth the risk of disabling ESC.
Why is the ESC not working on my Kia Sportage?
The ESC function is supposed to stabilize the remaining three tires if one becomes disabled, however, the light is not supposed to be on constantly. In some cases, the vehicle has to have the wiring re-done in order to fix the problem. Most people who have complained about their Sportages feel strongly about their problems.
Can a Kia Sportage slip out of control?
Never press ESC OFF button while ESC is operating (ESC indicator light blinks). If ESC is turned off while ESC is operating, the vehicle may slip out of control. NOTICE • When measuring the vehicle speed with a chassis dynamo-meter, make sure the ESC is turned off (ESC OFF light illuminated).
What to do if your Kia Sportage is leaking gasoline?
If you suspect that your Sportage is leaking gasoline, take it to your dealership immediately. Do not try to fix the problem yourself, though you may need to patch the leak in order to get it to your dealer in a safe manner. The electronic stability control (ESC) light popping on is another common problem found in the Kia Sportage.
What is the error code on a Kia Sportage?
I use the App Torgue and found a code P2002 : This error code is diesel-specific OBD-II code, which means it applies to most vehicles equipped diesel engines.
How to turn off ESC in Kia Sportage?
• Press the ESC OFF button for at least half a second after turning the ignition ON to turn ESC off. (ESC OFF indicator will illuminate). To turn the ESC on, press the ESC OFF button (ESC OFF indicator light will go off).
Never press ESC OFF button while ESC is operating (ESC indicator light blinks). If ESC is turned off while ESC is operating, the vehicle may slip out of control. NOTICE • When measuring the vehicle speed with a chassis dynamo-meter, make sure the ESC is turned off (ESC OFF light illuminated).
What are the features of the Kia Sportage?
State-of-the-art LED headlights help improve driving visibility. LEDs on the inside of each headlight accent the front view of your Sportage. High Beam Assist (HBA) can detect approaching vehicles and will automatically dim your headlights from high to low beam.
What kind of sunroof does Kia Sportage have?
Included in the optional LX Value Edition Package and the optional Nightfall Edition Premium Package. The available panoramic sunroof lets you enjoy fresh air and a feeling of spaciousness. It also includes an easy-to-use power sunshade. European Model shown with optional equipment.