Kia niro 2023, Owner'S Manual, Page: 318 / 440

What to do in an emergency
4 7
If the engine does not start
If the engine does not start
INFORMATION
When the engine does not start, first
check to see how much fuel there is and
whether the battery is discharged.
If engine does not turn over or
turns over slowly
Operation
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Change the gear to P (Park) or N
(Neutral).
3. Check if the battery and starter con
-
nections are clean and tight.
僅 The battery is discharged if the
interior light dims or goes out when
you start the vehicle.
WARNING
If the engine does not start, do not push
or pull the vehicle to start it. This could
result in a collision or cause other dam
-
age. In addition, push or pull starting
may cause the catalytic converter to be
overloaded and create a fire hazard.
NOTICE
Do not start the vehicle by pulling or
pushing. Refer to "Jump-starting" on
page 7-6.
If engine turns over normally but
does not start
Operation
1. Check the following:
僅 Fuel level. Add fuel if necessary.
僅 Ignition coils and spark plug con
-
nectors. Reconnect any that may
be disconnected or loose.
僅 Fuel line in the engine compart
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ment.
If the engine still does not start, contact
a professional workshop or seek other
qualified assistance. Kia recommends to
call an authorized Kia dealer/service
partner.