Releasing EPB automatically

Operation

  1. Start the vehicle.

  2. Fasten the driver's seat belt.

  3. Close the driver's door, bonnet and tailgate.

  4. When the vehicle is ON, depress the brake pedal and shift to R or D.

  5. Depress the accelerator pedal whilst the gear is in R, D or manual mode.

WARNING

  • Never allow a passenger, children, or animal to touch the Electronic Parking Brake.

  • Do not input any other objects around the Electronic Parking Brake. It may be operated unintentionally.

CAUTION

  • Do not drive your vehicle with the EPB applied. It may cause excessive brake pad and brake rotor wear.

  • Whenever leaving the vehicle or parking, make sure the gear is shifted to P (Park) position, then apply the parking brake. Block the tyres if necessary.

  • Electronic Parking Brake may not be released because it can freeze in winter. Do not use Electronic Parking Brake and shift the gear to P (Park), block the tyres, and park the vehicle on the flat and safe road. If the Electronic Parking Brake is applied when you shift the gear to P (Park), release the Auto Hold and Electronic Parking Brake, and park the vehicle with the tyres blocked.

  • When driving with the Electronic Parking Brake applied, brake system may be overheated, brake lines may be worn, and the Electronic Parking Brake may be damaged.

  • A click or electric brake motor whine sound may be heard whilst operating or releasing the Electronic Parking Brake.

  • If you hand over the vehicle to other people, make sure they understand how to use the Electronic Parking Brake for safety.

  • When the battery charge is not sufficient, Electronic Parking Brake may not be applied or released. In this case, connect to the auxiliary battery.

NOTE

  • For the Middle East, EPB is released regardless of seat belt fastening.

  • Do not follow these procedures when driving on a flat level ground. The vehicle may suddenly move forward:

    • For your safety, depress the brake pedal and release the parking brake manually with the EPB switch when you drive downhill or when Reversing the vehicle.

    • For your safety, you can engage the EPB even though the vehicle is in the OFF position, but you cannot release it.

  • If the parking brake warning light is still on even though the EPB has been released, have the system checked by a professional workshop. Kia recommends visiting an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.