Kia Optima Hybrid 2020 Owner's Manual page 318

Also, the EPB is applied automatical-
ly if the Auto Hold button is on when
the engine is turned off.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
On a steep incline or when pulling a
trailer, if the vehicle does not remain
at a standstill, do as follows:
1. Apply the EPB.
2. Pull up the EPB switch for more
than 3 seconds.
Do not operate the parking brake/
EPB while the vehicle is moving
except in an emergency situation.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
A click or electric brake motor
whine sound may be heard while
operating or releasing the EPB, but
these conditions are normal and
indicate that the EPB is functioning
properly.
Driving your vehicle
Releasing the parking brake
To release the EPB (electronic parking
brake), press the EPB switch while
doing the following:
• Have the engine start/stop button
in the ON position.
• Depress the brake pedal.
• The shift lever must be in P (Park).
Make sure the brake warning light
goes off.
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