2015 KIA BORREGO start stop button

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Before driving / 5-3
Key positions / 5-4
ENGINE START/STOP button / 5-6
Starting the engine / 5-8
Automatic transmission / 5-12
Four wheel drive (4WD) / 5-18
Brake system / 5-28
Locking differential / 5-40
Air leveling system / 5-41
Cruise control system / 5-44
Economical operation / 5-48
Special driving conditions / 5-50
Winter driving / 5-54
Trailer Towing / 5-58
Vehicle weight / 5-66
Driving your vehicle

Driving your vehicle
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Illuminated ENGINE START/STOP
button E030100AHM
Whenever the front door is opened, the
ENGINE START/STOP button will illumi-
nate for your convenience. The light willgo off after about 30 seconds when the
door is closed. It will also go off immedi-
ately when the theft-alarm system is
armed. ENGINE START/STOP button position E030701AHM
OFF
To turn off the engine (START/RUN posi-
tion) or vehicle power (ON position),
press the ENGINE START/STOP button
with the shift lever in the P (Park) posi-
tion. When you press the ENGINE
START/STOP button without the shift
lever in the P (Park) position, the
ENGINE START/STOP button will not
changed to the OFF position but to the
ACC position.
Also, the steering wheel locks when the
ENGINE START/STOP button is in the
OFF position to protect you against theft.
It locks when the door is opened or when
you pull out the smart key from the smart
key holder.
If the steering wheel is not locked prop-
erly when you open the driver's door, the
warning chime will sound. Try locking the
steering wheel again. If the problem is
not solved, have it checked by an author-
ized Kia dealer.In addition, if the ENGINE START/STOP
button is in the OFF position after the dri-
ver's door is opened, the steering wheel
will not lock and the warning chime will
sound. In such a situation, close the door.
Then the steering wheel will lock and the
warning chime will stop.
✽✽

NOTICE
If the steering wheel doesn't unlock
properly, the ENGINE START/STOP
button will not work. Press the ENGINE
START/STOP button while turning the
steering wheel right and left to release
the tension.
ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON (IF EQUIPPED)
OHM058001
CAUTION
You are able to turn off the engine (START/RUN) or vehicle power (ON), only when the vehicle is not in
motion. In an emergency situationwhile the vehicle is in motion, you are able to turn the engine off and to theACC position by pressing the ENGINE
START/STOP button for more than 2 seconds or 3 times successively within 3 seconds. If the vehicle is stillmoving, you can restart the engine
without depressing the brake pedalby pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button with the shift lever in the N(Neutral) position.
Not illuminated

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Driving your vehicle
E030202AHM
ACC(Accessory)
Press the ENGINE START/STOP button while it is in the OFF position without
depressing the brake pedal.
The steering wheel unlocks and electri-
cal accessories are operational.
If the ENGINE START/STOP button is in
the ACC position for more than 1 hour,
the button is turned off automatically to
prevent battery discharge. E030203AHM
ON
Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
while it is in the ACC position without
depressing the brake pedal.
The warning lights can be checked before
the engine is started. Do not leave the
ENGINE START/STOP button in the ON
position for a long time. The battery may
discharge, because the engine is not run-ning.E030704AHM
START/RUN
To start the engine, depress the brake
pedal and press the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the shift lever in the P
(Park) or the N (Normal) position. For
your safety, start the engine with the shift
lever in the P (Park) position.
✽✽

NOTICE
If you press the ENGINE START/STOP
button without depressing the brake
pedal, the engine will not start and the
button will change in OFF ➔
➔
ACC ➔➔
ON ➔➔
OFF or ACC order.
E030205AHM
✽✽
NOTICE
If you leave the ENGINE START/ STOP
button in the ACC or ON position for a
long time, the battery will discharge.
Orange indicator
Green indicator
Not illuminated
WARNING
Never press the ENGINE START/STOP button while the
vehicle is in motion. This wouldresult in loss of directional con-
trol and braking function, whichcould cause an accident.
The anti-theft steering column lock is not a substitute for the
parking brake. Before leaving the
driver's seat, always make sure
the shift lever is engaged in P
(Park), set the parking brake fully
and shut the engine off.
Unexpected and sudden vehicle
movement may occur if theseprecautions are not taken.
Never reach for the ENGINE START/STOP button or any other
controls through the steering
wheel while the vehicle is in
motion. The presence of yourhand or arm in the area could
cause loss of vehicle control, an
accident and serious bodily
injury or death.
Do not place any movable objects around the driver's seat as they
may move while driving, interferewith the driver and lead to anaccident.

Driving your vehicle
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Diesel engine
To start the diesel engine when the engine is cold, it has to be pre-heated
before starting the engine and then have
to be warmed up before starting to drive.
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Place the transmission shift lever in P
(Park).
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP but- ton while depressing the brake pedal.
4. Continue depressing the brake pedal until the illuminated glow indicator
goes off. (approximately 5 seconds)
5. The engine starts running when the glow indicator goes off.✽✽
NOTICE
If the ENGINE START/STOP button is
pressed once more while the engine is
pre-heating, the engine may start.
Starting and stopping the engine for tur-
bocharger intercooler
1. Do not race or accelerate the engine immediately after starting.
If the engine is cold, idle for several
seconds before sufficient lubrication isensured in the turbocharger unit.
2. After high speed or extended driving, requiring a heavy engine load, idle the
engine about 1 minute before turning it
off.
This idle time will allow the tur- bocharger to cool prior to shutting the
engine off. Even if the smart key is in the vehicle,
if it is far away from you, the engine
may not start.
When the ENGINE START/STOP but- ton is in the ACC position or above, if
any door is opened, the system checks
for the smart key. If the smart key is not
in the vehicle, the "KEY OUT" indicator
will blink or the warning "Key is not in
vehicle" will illuminate on the LCD dis-
play. And if all doors are closed, the
chime will sound for 5 seconds. The
indicator or warning will turn off while
the vehicle is moving. Always have the
smart key with you.
WARNING
The engine will start, only when the
smart key is in the vehicle.
Never allow children or any person
who is unfamiliar with the vehicle
touch the ENGINE START/STOP
button or related parts.
W-60
Glow indicator light
CAUTION
Do not turn the engine off immedi- ately after it has been subjected to
a heavy load. Doing so may cause severe damage to the engine or tur-bocharger unit.

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✽✽
NOTICE
If the ENGINE START/STOP button is
pressed once more while the engine is
pre-heating, the engine may start.
✽
✽
NOTICE
 If the battery is weak or the smart key does not work correctly, you can start
the engine by inserting the smart key
in the smart key holder. When you
pull out the smart key from the smart
key holder, press the smart key and
pull it out. (Continued)(Continued)
 When the stop lamp fuse is blown, you
can't start the engine normally.
Replace the fuse with a new one. If it
is not possible, you can start the
engine by pressing the ENGINE
START/STOP button for 10 seconds
while it is in the ACC position. The
engine can start without depressing
the brake pedal. But for your safety
always depress the brake pedal before
starting the engine.CAUTION
Do not press the ENGINE START/
STOP button for more than 10
seconds except when the stoplamp fuse is blown.
Do not turn the ignition switch to the START position with theengine running. It may damage
the starter.
OHM058002
CAUTION
If the engine stalls while the vehicle is in motion, do not attempt to move
the shift lever to the P (Park) posi-tion. If the traffic and road condi-tions permit, you may put the shiftlever in the N (Neutral) position
while the vehicle is still moving andpress the ENGINE START/STOPbutton in an attempt to restart theengine.

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ESP OFF usage
When driving
The ESP turned on for daily driving
whenever possible.
To turn ESP off while driving, press the ESP OFF button while driving on a flat
road surface.
Never press the ESP OFF button while
ESP is operating (ESP indicator light
blinks).
If ESP is turned off while ESP is operat-
ing, the vehicle may slip out of control.
✽✽ NOTICE
 When operating the vehicle on a dynamometer, ensure that the ESP is
turned off (ESP OFF light illuminat-
ed). If the ESP is left on, it may pre-
vent the vehicle speed from increas-
ing, and result in false diagnosis.
 Turning the ESP off does not affect ABS or brake system operation.
E070505AHM-EE
Hill-start assist control (HAC) (if equipped)
A vehicle has the tendency to slip back
on a steep hill when it starts to go after
stopping. The Hill-start Assist Control
(HAC) prevents the vehicle from slipping
back by operating the brakes automati-
cally for about 2 seconds. The brakes are
released when the accelerator pedal is
depressed or after about 2 seconds.
✽✽ NOTICE
 The HAC does not operate when the transmission shift lever is in the P
(Park) or N (Neutral) position.
 The HAC activates even though the ESP is off but it does not activate
when the ESP has malfunctioned.
WARNING
Never press the ESP OFF button while ESP is operating. If the ESP is turned off while ESP is
operating, the vehicle may go out of
control.
To turn ESP off while driving, press
the ESP OFF button while driving
on a flat road surface.
WARNING
The HAC is activated only for about
2 seconds, so when the vehicle is
starting off always depress theaccelerator pedal.

Maintenance
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Inner fuse panel (Instrument panel)
Description Fuse rating Protected component
AUDIO 15A Audio, Rear Monitor
MEMORY 7.5A Front A/C Control Module, Rear A/C Control Module, Instrument Cluster(IND.), RF Receiver, FAM, RAM, Driver Door Module, Assistant Door Module, Tilt & Telescopic Module, IMS Control Module
S/TILT & TELE 20A Tilt & Telescopic Module
IG2-1 7.5A Front A/C Control Module, Incar Temperature Sensor, PDM, Multifunction Switch(Wiper/Washer), Driver/Passenger Seat Warmer Module, Front Blower Relay, Electronic Chrome Mirror, Rear Blower Relay
IG2-2 7.5A Rear A/C Control Module, Driver Door Module, FAM, Assistant Door Module, Tilt & Telescopic Module, IMS Control Module
SMART KEY 7.5A Start Stop Button Switch, PDM, Smart Key Control Module, Fob Holder
ROOM 7.5A Electronic Chrome Mirror, Map Lamp, Vanity Lamp Switch LH/RH, Front/Rear A/C Control Module, Center Room Lamp, Rear Room Lamp
KEY LOCK 7.5A Sport Mode Switch
ILLUMI 7.5A IPM
RR S/WARMER 20A Rear Seat Warmer Relay
FRT S/WARMER 20A Driver Seat Warmer Module, Passenger Seat Warmer Module
SUNROOF 25A Sunroof Module
PEDAL 15A Adjustable Pedal Relay
F/PWR OUTLET 15A Front Power Outlet
PASS P/SEAT 20A Passenger Power Seat Switch
DRIVER P/SEAT 30A Driver Power Seat Switch, Lumbar Support Switch, IMS Control Module
ACC 7.5A Audio, Front A/C Control Module, Smart Key Control Module, PDM
TPMS 7.5A Data Link Connector, Multipurpose Check Connector

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Index
Rear fog light bulb replacement································7-60
Side repeater light bulb replacement·························7-57
Turn signal light bulb replacement ···························7-55
Bulb wattage ·····································································8-2
Button start/stop, see engine start/stop button ··················5-6
Capacities (Lubricants) ·····················································8-4 Care Exterior care ······························································7-62
Interior care ·······························································7-67
Tire care·····································································7-35
Cargo security screen ····················································4-126
Cargo weight ···································································5-66
Center console storage ··················································4-117
Central door lock switch ·················································4-15
Changing tires ···································································6-9Chains Tire chains ·································································5-55
Checking tire inflation pressure ······································7-36
Child restraint system ·····················································3-33 Tether anchor system·················································3-37
ISOFIX system ·························································3-39
Child-protector rear door lock ·······································4-17
Climate control system (Automatic) ···························4-103 Air conditioning ·····················································4-110Automatic heating and air conditioning ·················4-105 Manual heating and air conditioning ·····················4-106
Climate control system (Manual) ··································4-90 Air conditioning ·······················································4-96
Heating and air conditioning ·····································4-92
Cigarette lighter ····························································4-120
Climate control air filter ······································4-102, 7-27
Clock (Digital) ·····························································4-123
Clothes hanger ······························································4-125
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ···············4-47
Compact spare tire ·························································6-14
Compact spare tire replacement ····································7-40
Compass mirror, see the Electric chromic mirror (ECM) with compass ······································4-41
Coolant ···········································································7-19
Cool box········································································4-117
Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ··································7-19
Crankcase emission control system ·······························7-68
Cruise control system ····················································5-44
Cup holder ···································································4-121
Curtain air bag ·······························································3-52
Dashboard, see instrument cluster ·································4-47
Dashboard illumination, see instrument panel illumination ····4-49
Declaration of conformity·················································8-9
Defogging (Windshield) ··············································4-114
Defogging logic (Windshield) ·····································4-116
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