Kia Stinger 2022 Before Driving ISG (Idle Stop and Go) System

The 2022 Kia Stinger is a model of sporty elegance in the world of luxury sedans. It has a great mix of speed, style, and environmental friendliness that makes for a great driving experience. Before you even turn the key, you can’t help but notice how sleek and agile it is. This shows how much Kia cares about how cars look. But behind this beautiful appearance is a technological marvel: the Idle Stop and Go (ISG) system. This feature shows that the Stinger cares about both saving fuel and protecting the environment. This clever system, which stops and starts the engine automatically when the car stops, not only saves fuel but also cuts down on pollution, making the Stinger compliant with modern environmental standards. When someone drives the 2022 Kia Stinger, they can look forward to an exciting ride and the peace of mind that comes from knowing they’re hitting the roads in a car that combines performance, style, and environmental awareness in a way that is truly impressive.

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Before driving

Before entering vehicle

• Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean.
• Check the condition of the tires.
• Check under the vehicle for any signs of leaks.
• Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.

Necessary inspections

Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid should be checked on a regular basis, at the exact interval depending on the fluid. Further details are provided in section 7, Maintenance.

WARNING 

Distracted driving
Focus on the road while driving. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of the vehicle. Use of any handled devices, other equipment or vehicle systems that distract the driver should not be used during vehicle operation.

Before starting

• Close and lock all doors.
• Position the seat so that all controls are easily reached.
• Buckle your seat belt.
• Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
• Be sure that all lights work.
• Check all gauges.
• Check the operation of warning lights when the ENGINE START/STOP button is turned to the ON position.
• Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light goes out.

For safe operation, be sure you are familiar with your vehicle and its equipment.

WARNING

Fire risk
When you intend to park or stop the vehicle with the engine on, be careful not to depress the accelerator pedal for a long period of time. It may overheat the engine or exhaust system and cause fire.

WARNING

Check surroundings
Always check the surrounding areas near your vehicle for people, especially children, before putting a vehicle into D (Drive) or R (Reverse).

WARNING

Loose objects
Securely store items in your vehicle. When you make a sudden stop or turn the steering wheel rapidly, loose objects may drop on the floor and it could interfere with the operation of the foot pedals, possibly causing an accident.

WARNING

Proper footwear
Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle. Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski boots, sandals, etc.) may interfere with your ability to use the brake and accelerator pedals.

WARNING

Driving while intoxicated
Do not drive while intoxicated.
Drinking and driving is dangerous. Even a small amount of alcohol will affect your reflexes, perceptions and judgment.
Driving while under the influence of drugs is as dangerous as or more dangerous than driving drunk.

Kia Stinger 2022 ISG (Idle Stop and Go) System User Guide

ISG (Idle Stop and Go) system

Your vehicle may be equipped with the ISG system, which reduces fuel consumption by automatically shut-ting down the engine, when the vehicle is at a standstill. (For exam-ple: red light, stop sign and traffic jam)

The engine starts automatically as soon as the starting conditions are met.

The ISG system is ON whenever the engine is running.

NOTICE
When the engine automatically starts by the ISG system, some warning lights (ABS, ESC, ESC OFF, EPS or parking brake warning light) may turn on for a few seconds. This happens because of low battery voltage. It does not mean the system has malfunctioned.

Auto stop

To stop the engine in idle stop mode

Type A

Type B

Stop the vehicle completely by pressing the brake pedal and the shift lever is in the D (Drive) or N (Neutral) position.

The engine will stop and the green AUTO STOP( ) indicator on the instrument cluster will illuminate.

NOTICE
If you open the engine hood in auto stop mode, the following will hap-pen:

• The ISG system will deactivate (the light on the ISG OFF button will illuminate). In this case, be sure to depress the brake pedal and start the engine using the ENGINE START/STOP button.
• A message will appear on the LCD display.
• If you move the transmission lever to R without depressing the brake pedal after stopping engine automatically, the engine does not restart automatically and warning chime alarms. When it happens, press brake pedal for auto start.
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Auto start

To restart the engine from idle stop mode

• Release the brake pedal.
  or
• Move the shift gear to the R (Reverse) position or the manual mode while depressing the brake pedal.
  The engine will start and the green AUTO STOP indicator  on the instrument cluster will change to white.

The engine will also restart automatically without the driver’s any actions if the following occurs:

• The brake vacuum pressure is low  The engine has stopped for about 5 minutes
• The air conditioning is ON with the fan speed set to the 5th speed
• The front defroster is ON
• The battery is weak
• The cooling and heating performance of the climate control system is unsatisfactory
• The vehicle is shifted to P (Park) when Auto Hold is activated
• The door is opened or the seat-belt is unfastened when Auto Hold is activated
• The EPB switch is pressed when Auto Hold is activated

Condition of ISG system operation

The ISG system will operate under the following condition:

• The driver’s seatbelt is fastened
• The driver’s door and hood are closed
• The brake vacuum pressure is adequate
• The battery sensor is activated and the battery is sufficiently charged
• Outside temperature is not too low or too high
• The vehicle is driven over a constant speed and stops
• The climate control system satisfies the conditions
• The vehicle is sufficiently warmed up
• The incline is gradual
• The steering wheel is turned less than 180 degrees and then the vehicle stops

NOTICE

• If the ISG system does not meet the operation condition, the ISG system is deactivated. The light on the ISG OFF button will illuminate and a message Auto Stop conditions not met will appear on the LCD display.
• If the light or notice comes on continuously, please check the operation condition.

ISG system deactivation

• If you wish to deactivate the ISG system, press the ISG OFF button. The light on the ISG OFF button will illuminate.
• If you press the ISG OFF button again, the system will be activated and the light on the ISG OFF button will turn off.

ISG system malfunction

The system may not operate when:

The ISG related sensors or system error occurs.

The following will happen:

• The yellow AUTO STOP indicator on the instrument cluster will stay on after blinking for 5 seconds.
• The light on the ISG OFF button will illuminate.

NOTICE
If the ISG OFF button light is not turned off by pressing the ISG OFF button again or if the ISG system continuously does not work correctly, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.

WARNING
When the engine is in Idle Stop mode, it’s possible to restart the engine without the driver taking any action.
Before leaving the car or doing any-thing in the engine room area, stop the engine by turning the ENGINE START/STOP button to the OFF position.

NOTICE

If the AGM battery is reconnected or replaced, ISG function will not operate immediately.
If you want to use the ISG function, the battery sensor needs to be calibrated for approximately 4 hours with the ignition off and then, turn the engine on and off 2 or 3 times.

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