Kia Picanto: ISG (Idle Stop and Go) system / 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 hood are closed.
- The brake vacuum pressure is adequate.
- The battery is sufficiently charged.
- The outside temperature is more
than -2°C (28.4°F).
- The outside temperature is under
32°C (89.6°F).
- The engine coolant temperature is
not too low.

NOTICE
- If the ISG system does not meet
that operation condition, the ISG
system is deactivated. The light on
the ISG OFF button will illuminate.
- If the light comes on continuously,
please check the operation condition.
To restart the engine from idle stop
mode
Press the clutch pedal when the shift
lever is in the N (Neutral) position.
(Manual transaxle)
Press the brake pedal for auto start.
(Autom ...
If you want 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 ...
Other information:
Repair procedures
Replacement
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.•
Be careful not to bend ...
Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.Remove the engine room under cover.
(Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Room Under Cover")
2.Using the wrench, turning the auto tensioner pulley (A) counterclockwise and then insert a stopper pin (B) into the hole.
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