Kia Picanto, Manual

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What to do in an emergency If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start
If engine doesn't turn over or turns
over slowly
1. If your vehicle has an automatic
transmission/dual clutch trans
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mission, be sure the shift lever is
in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and the
emergency brake is set.
2. Check the battery connections to
be sure they are clean and tight.
3. Turn on the interior light. If the
light dims or goes out when you
operate the starter, the battery is
discharged.
4. Check the starter connections to
be sure they are securely tight
-
ened.
5. Do not push or pull the vehicle to
start it. See instructions for
"Jump starting".
WARNING
If the engine will not start, do not
push or pull the vehicle to start it.
This could result in a collision or
cause other damage. In addition,
push or pull starting may cause the
catalytic converter to be overloaded
and create a fire hazard.
If engine turns over normally but
does not start
1. Check the fuel level.
2. With the ignition switch in the
LOCK position, check all connec
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tors at the ignition coils and spark
plugs. Reconnect any that may be
disconnected or loose.
3. Check the fuel line in the engine
compartment.
4. If the engine still does not start,
call a professional workshop. Kia
recommends to call an authorised
Kia dealer/service partner.