Kia Stinger ISG (Idle Stop And Go) System Explained

[StingerMike]

Since the weather is getting colder some of you will start seeing this feature not work at idle due to the cold temperatures, here are some information on the Kia Stinger's ISG system.


To restart the engine from idle stop mode

• Release the brake pedal. or
• Move the shift gear to the R (Reverse) position or the sports mode while depressing the brake pedal.

The engine will start and the green AUTO STOP indicator (

) on the instrument cluster will go out.

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

• When a certain amount of time has passed with the climate control system on.
• When the front defroster is on.
• The brake vacuum pressure is low.
• The battery charging status is low.
• The vehicle speed exceeds 1 MPH (1 km/h).
• The fan speed is in the highest position when the air conditioning is on.
• Engine is turned off by Auto Stop for a long time.
• If you unfasten the seat belt or open the driver's door while depressing the brake pedal.

The green AUTO STOP indicator (

) on the instrument cluster will blink for 5 seconds and a message "Auto Start") on the instrument cluster will blink for 5 seconds and a message "Auto Start" will appear on the LCD display (if equipped).

Condition of ISG system operation

The ISG system will operate under the following condition:

• The driver's seat belt is fastened.
• The driver's door and engine hood are closed.
• The brake vacuum pressure is adequate.
• The battery is sufficiently charged.
• The outside temperature is more than 14?F (-10?C).
• The outside temperature is under 95?F (35?C).
• The engine coolant temperature is not low.

• 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 equipped).
• If the light or notice comes on continuously, please check the operation condition.

• 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.