Kia Niro: Virtual Engine Sound System (VESS) / Description and operation
| Description |
The VESS (Virtual engine sound system) generates engine sound when you start the hybrid system.
This sound is for pedestrians to hear vehicle sound because there is no engine sound in hybrid driving.
VESS operates when vehicle speed is between 0.5 - 28km/h.
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Virtual engine sound system unit
2. Virtual engine sound speaker
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Virtual Engine Sound System Unit Components and components location
Component Location
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Other information:
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Smart Cruise Control (SCC) ECU Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Remove the front bumper.
(Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover")
2.
Disconnect the SCC radar & unit connector (A).
3.
Remove the SCC radar & ECU (B) after loosening the mounting bolts.
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Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Reservoir Components and components location
Components
1. Clutch disc
2. Clutch cover
3. Concentric slave cylinder
4. Hybrid motor assembly
5. Engine clutch actuator
6. Reservoir
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