KIA Niro: In the event of brake failure (Kia NIRO Hybrid)
Operation
- Make an emergency stop with the parking brake.
Operating condition(s)
- The brake has failed
WARNING
Avoid applying the parking brake to stop the vehicle while it is moving except in an emergency situation. Applying the parking brake while the vehicle is moving at normal speeds can cause a sudden loss of control of the vehicle. If you must use the parking brake to stop the vehicle, use great caution in applying the brake.
Power-assisted brakes
Operation
- Apply greater force to the brake pedal.
Operating condition(s)
- The vehicle is stalled
WARNING
Avoid continuous application of the brakes when descending a long or steep hill by shifting to a lower gear. Continuous brake application will cause the brakes to overheat and could result in a temporary loss of braking performance.
CAUTION
Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal. This will create abnormally high brake temperatures which can cause excessive brake lining and pad wear.
NOTICE
- When stepping on the brake pedal under a certain driving or weather condition. you may witness your car make a sound of squealing or some other noises. This is not a brake malfunction but a normal phenomenon.
- When driving on the road to which
deicing chemicals are applied, the
vehicle may witness noises from the
brake or abnormal abrasion of tires
because of such deicing chemicals.
You should operate brake additionally so that you would be able to remove the deicing chemicals on the brake disk and pad under a safe traffic condition.
Brake over accelerator
Operation
- Apply the brakes steady and firmly.
- Stop the vehicle safely.
- Shift to P. Turn the engine off and apply the parking brake.
- Inspect the accelerator pedal for any interference.
Operating condition(s)
- The accelerator pedal is stuck
- NOTICE
- If none are found and the condition persists, have your vehicle towed to a professional workshop and inspected. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Disc brake wear indicator
The front or rear brakes will squeal when the brake pads are worn. Always replace the front or rear brake pads as pairs.
WARNING
Do not ignore high pitched wear sounds from your brakes. If you ignore this audible warning, you will eventually lose braking performance, which could lead to a serious accident.
CAUTION
Do not continue to drive with worn brake pads. Continuing to drive with worn brake pads can damage the braking system and result in costly brake repairs.
NOTICE
- Brake dust may accumulate on the
wheels, even under normal driving conditions.
Some dust is inevitable as the brakes wear and contribute to brake noise.
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In the event of brake failure (Kia Niro EV)
Operation
Make an emergency stop with the
parking brake.
Operating condition(s)
The brake has failed
Power-assisted brakes
Operation
Apply greater force to the brake
pedal.
Operating condition(s)
The vehicle is stalled
Parking brake
Check if the brake warning light (
)
appears when the vehicle is in the
START or ON position. Be sure the parking
brake is fully released and the brake
warning light ( ) is off before
driving.
WARNING- (Kia Niro EV only)
To reduce the ris
Releasing EPB automatically (Kia NIRO Hybrid)
Operation
The EPB is released automatically
under following conditions when you
shift the gear.
With the engine running depress
the brake pedal and shift out of P
(Park) or N (Neutral) to R (Reverse)
or D (Drive).
The EPB is
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Automatic reversal
If the sunroof glass senses any obstacle
while it is closing automatically, it will
reverse direction then stop at a certain
position.
The auto reverse function may not work
if an object thin or soft is caught
between the sliding sunroof
Detecting sensor
Front view camera
Front radar
Front corner radar (if equipped)
Rear corner radar (if equipped)
Refer to the picture above for the
detailed location of the detecting sensors.
CAUTION
Take the following precautions to maintain
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