Kia Carens: Warning lights / Exhaust system (DPF) warning light (Diesel Engine)

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual / Features of your vehicle / Warning and indicator lights / Warning lights / Exhaust system (DPF) warning light (Diesel Engine)

This warning light illuminates:

When there is a malfunction with Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) system.
When this warning light illuminates, it may turn off after driving the vehicle:
- at more than 60km/h (37 mph), or
- at more than 2nd gear with 1500 ~ 2000 engine rpm for a certain time (for about 25 minutes).

If the this warning light blink in spite of the procedure (at this time LCD warning message will be displayed), we recommend that you have the DPF system checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

CAUTION - Diesel Engine with DPF (if equipped)

If you continue to drive with the DPF warning light blinking for a long time, the DPF system can be damaged and fuel consumption can worsen.

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