Releasing the parking brake

Releasing the parking brake with EPB switch

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  1. Turn on the vehicle.

  2. Engage the brake pedal.

  3. Press the EPB switch.

  4. Make sure the brake warning light is off.

Automatic release of EPB

The EPB is released automatically under following conditions:

  • The vehicle is in P (Park)

    With the vehicle running, engage the brake pedal and shift from P (Park) to R (Reverse) or D (Drive).

  • The vehicle is in N (Neutral)

    With the vehicle running, engage the brake pedal and shift from N (Neutral) to R (Reverse) or D (Drive).

For Automatic Transmission

  1. Start the vehicle.

  2. Fasten the driver's side seatbelt.

  3. Close the driver side door, the hood, and the liftgate.

  4. Engage the accelerator pedal while the vehicle is in R (Reverse), or D (Drive).

Make sure the brake warning light is off.

NOTE

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

WARNING
  • Do not follow the procedure below when driving on flat, level ground. Your vehicle may suddenly move forward.

    • You can engage the EPB even though the vehicle is in OFF position, but you cannot release the EPB.

    • Engage the brake pedal and release the parking brake manually with the EPB switch when driving downhill or backing up your vehicle.

  • If the brake warning light remains illuminated after you release the EPB, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.