KIA Niro: Towing service

KIA Niro EV, Hybrid - Second generation - (SG2) (2021-2024) - Owner's manual / What to do in an emergency / Towing / Towing service

Towing service

Wheel dolly

Proper lifting and towing procedures are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. The use of wheel dolly (1) or flatbed is recommended.
On 2WD vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground (without dollies) and the front wheels off the ground.

INFORMATION

If emergency towing is necessary, we recommend having it done by an authorized Kia dealer or a commercial towtruck service.

CAUTION

Do not tow the vehicle forwards with the front wheels on the ground as this may cause damage to the vehicle.
Do not tow with sling-type equipment.
Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment.

Towing service

When being towed by a commercial tow truck and wheel dollies are not used, the front of the vehicle should always be lifted, not the rear

Towing without wheel dolly (Kia NIRO Hybrid)

Operation

Set the vehicle to ACC (Accessory).
Change the gear to N (Neutral).
Release the parking brake.

CAUTION

Failure to shift the gear to N (Neutral) may cause internal damage to the transmission.

Emergency towing

Front Rear Operation Remove the hole cover by pressing the lower part of the cover on the bumper. Install the towing hook by screwing it clockwise into the hole until it is fully secured. After use, remove the towing hook and

Emergency commodity

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