This indicator light comes on after the ignition key is turned to the ON position and then it will go out after the engine is started.
This light also comes on when the EPS has some troubles. If it comes on while driving, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Mode Control Actuator: Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Ignition "OFF”
2.
Disconnect the connector of mode control actuator.
3.
Verify that the mode control actuator operates to the defrost
mode when connecting 12V to the termin ...
ESC operation
ESC ON condition
When the ignition is turned ON, ESC and ESC OFF indicator lights illuminate
for approximately 3 seconds, then ESC is turned on.
Press the ESC OFF button for at least half a s ...