Parking Brake - Kia Sonet QY 2021 Owner's Manual

Driving your vehicle
WARNING

Parking brake

Avoid applying the parking brake to
stop the vehicle whilst it is moving
except in an emergency situation.
Applying the parking brake whilst
the vehicle is moving at normal
speeds can cause a sudden loss of
control of the vehicle. If you must
use the parking brake to stop the
vehicle, use great caution in applying
the brake.
Brake over accelerator
In the event the accelerator pedal
becomes stuck or entrapped, apply
steady and firm pressure to the
brake pedal to slow the vehicle and
reduce engine power.
If you experience this condition, take
the following steps:
1. Apply the brakes and bring your
vehicle to a safe stop.
2. Move the transmission to P
(Park), switch the engine off and
apply the parking brake.
3. Inspect the accelerator pedal for
any interference.
If none are found and the condition
persists, have your vehicle towed to
an authorised Kia dealer and
inspected.
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Disc brakes wear indicator
When your brake pads are worn and
new pads are required, you will hear
a high-pitched warning sound from
your front brakes or rear brakes.
You may hear this sound come and
go or it may occur whenever you
press the brake pedal.
Please remember that some driving
conditions or climates may cause a
brake squeal when you first apply
(or lightly apply) the brakes. This is
normal and does not indicate a
problem with your brakes.
Always replace the front or rear
brake pads as pairs.
Rear drum brakes
Your rear drum brakes do not have
wear indicators. Therefore, have the
rear brake linings inspected if you
hear a rear brake rubbing noise. Also
have your rear brakes inspected
each time you change or rotate
your tyres and when you have the
front brakes replaced.
CAUTION
Replace brake pads
Do not continue to drive with worn
brake pads. Continuing to drive with
worn brake pads can damage the
braking system and result in costly
brake repairs.
Brake system