Applying the parking brake

To apply the EPB (electronic parking brake) manually:
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Stop the vehicle.
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Depress the brake pedal and pull up the EPB switch. Make sure the warning light comes on.
EPB may be automatically applied when:
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Requested by other systems.
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If the driver applies the EPB while the engine is ON then turn the engine off, the EPB may be applied again automatically.
ONQ5041125NA: Parking brake automatically engaged
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If the driver turns the engine off by mistake while Auto Hold is operating, EPB will be automatically applied. But if the driver turns the engine off and pushes the EPB switch in 1 second, the EPB does not apply.
Emergency Braking
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If there is a problem with the brake pedal while driving, emergency braking is possible by pulling up and holding the EPB switch. Braking is possible only while you are holding the EPB switch. If you hand off the EPB switch, the braking force is lost. If you hold the EPB switch and the vehicle stops, the EPB is applied.
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During emergency braking by the EPB, the parking brake warning light will appear and the warning sounds will occur to indicate that the system is operating.
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The braking distance may be longer than under normal braking conditions.
EPB stands for Electronic Parking Brake.
Do not operate the parking brake while the vehicle is moving except in an emergency situation. It could damage the vehicle system and endanger driving safety.
If you continuously notice a noise or burning smell when the EPB is used for emergency braking, have the system checked by an authorized Kia dealer.