Downhill Brake Control (DBC)

Downhill Brake Control (DBC)

The DBC feature assists the driver to descend down a steep hill without having to depress the brake pedal.

The system automatically applies the brakes to maintain your Kia speed 2.5mph (4 km/h) ~ 25 mph (40 km/h) and allows the driver to concentrate on steering your Kia downhill.

Always turn off the DBC on normal roads. The DBC might activate inadvertently from the standby mode when driving through speed bumps or making sharp curves.

NOTE

The DBC defaults to the OFF position whenever the ENGINE START/STOP button is placed in the ON position.

Noise or vibration may occur from the brakes when the DBC is activated. The rear stop light comes on when DBC is activated.

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Driving your vehicle

Be sure the exhaust system does not leak

ENGINE START/STOP Button

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Driving your vehicle
- Be sure the exhaust system does not leak
  The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose.
- Before driving
  Before getting into the vehicle, you should examine the vehicle and its surroundings. After getting into the vehicle, you should check a number of things before driving.
- ENGINE START/STOP Button
- Automatic transmission (Shift Lever)
- Dual clutch transmission (DCT) (Shift Lever)
- All Wheel Drive (AWD) system
  The All Wheel Drive (AWD) system delivers engine power to front and rear wheels for maximum traction.
- Brake system
  Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes, parking brake, and various braking systems for safe driving.
  - Power brakes
    Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal usage.
  - Parking brake (foot type)
  - Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
    After parking your Kia, apply the EPB to prevent your Kia from being moved by an external force.
  - AUTO HOLD
    The Auto Hold is designed to maintain your Kia in a standstill even though the brake pedal is not pressed after you bring your Kia to a complete stop by pressing the brake pedal.
  - Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
    ABS prevents the wheels from locking so your Kia remains stable and can still be steered.
  - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system
    The ESC is designed to stabilize your Kia during cornering maneuvers.
  - Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
    - DBC operation
  - Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
    A vehicle has the tendency to roll back on a steep hill when it starts to go after stopping. The HAC prevents your Kia from rolling back by applying the brakes automatically for about 2 seconds.
  - Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) system
  - Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) system
  - Brake Assistant System (BAS)
  - Good braking practices
    Good braking practices help keep occupants safe and extend brake life.
- Vehicle Auto Shut-off system
- Idle Stop and Go (ISG) system
- Drive mode integrated control system
- Economical operation
- Special driving conditions
  If driving conditions deteriorate due to poor weather or road conditions, you should pay even more attention than usual to your driving.
- Winter driving
  Severe weather conditions in the winter results in greater tire wear and other problems.
- Trailer towing
  If you are considering towing with your vehicle, you should first check with your state's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to determine their legal requirements.
- Vehicle load limit
  Your Kia load limit is displayed on the tire and loading information label on the driver's door.
- Vehicle weight