Electronic Parking Brake (Epb) / Auto Hold - Kia EV6 2022 Manual

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Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system utilizes an electric motor
to engage the parking brake.
Applying the Parking Brake
Pull up the EPB switch A . Ensure that the indicator light
is illuminated on the instrument cluster.
Releasing the Parking Brake
The EPB will automatically release when the brake pedal is engaged
and shifter is shifted out of P (Park) to D (Drive), or to R (Reverse) or
shifted out of N (Neutral) to D (Drive), or to Reverse.
Manually, depress the brake pedal, then press the EPB switch
down with the ignition switch in the ON position. Ensure that the
indicator light is OFF.
QUICK TIPS
•
When leaving your keys with parking lot attendants or valet, make
sure to inform them how to operate the EPB
•
If parked on a steep incline/decline, pull up the EPB switch for more
than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB application
•
Pull up and hold EPB switch again to increase brake pressure if
parked on a decline or incline
REMINDERS:
•
As a bulb check, the EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for
approximately 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned ON
•
If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily, or continues to remain
lit, take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system
checked
•
The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving
•
A click or electric brake motor sound may be heard while operating or
releasing the EPB, but these conditions are normal and indicate that the
EPB is functioning properly
Refer to section 5 in the Owner's Manual for more information.
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EV6 F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E
Auto Hold
Auto Hold temporarily maintains the vehicle at a standstill
even if the brake pedal is released. Auto Hold can be
turned ON/OFF using the AUTO HOLD switch
center panel. Before Auto Hold will operate, the driver's
door, engine hood and trunk must be closed, and the
driver's seat belt must be fastened.
The Auto Hold indicator has four states:
Standby (white): With vehicle in Park and at a standstill,
and AUTO HOLD switch
illuminate white. While driving the vehicle (vehicle is not at
A
a standstill), the Auto Hold indicator will remain white.
Engaged (green): When coming to a complete stop and
depressing the brake pedal, the Auto Hold indicator changes from white to green.
OFF (not illuminated): The indicator will turn OFF when the AUTO HOLD switch
turned OFF or when the EPB is manually turned ON.
Malfunction (yellow): When the indicator is illuminated yellow, there may be a system
malfunction. Take your vehicle to a local Kia dealer.
N
R D
OPEN
HOLD
(Located on panel to the left of steering wheel)
P
AUTO
B
HOLD
(Located on center console below gear shift knob)
B on the
B turned ON, the indicator will
REMINDERS:
•
A
To reduce the risk of an accident, do not
activate Auto Hold while driving downhill,
OFF backing up or parking your vehicle
•
Do not solely rely on the Auto Hold system
to keep the vehicle stopped. Always pay
attention to traffic and road conditions, and
be prepared to depress the brakes
•
Auto Hold turns off when ignition is cycled
•
Auto Hold only operates when vehicle is in
Drive, Neutral or Reverse
Refer to section 5 in the Owner's Manual
for more information.
QR CODE
Electronic Parking Brake
(EPB) / Auto Hold Video
Refer to the inside front cover for
more information on QR codes.
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
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