Automatic application of EPB

The EPB is applied automatically under the following conditions:

  • Shift to P (Park) on a slope

  • Engine OFF while AUTO HOLD is enabled

  • When your Kia moves a bit in P (Park) position

  • Conditions while AUTO HOLD is activated

    • Driver's door is opened

    • Hood is opened

    • Liftgate is opened

    • Vehicle stops for more than approximately 10 minutes on a steep slope

  • Requested by other systems

NOTE

For EPB equipped vehicles with AUTO HOLD function used while driving, if the ENGINE START/STOP button has been turned OFF, the EPB will be engaged automatically. Therefore, the AUTO HOLD function should be turned off before the ENGINE START/STOP button is turned off.