Kia Niro: Winter driving / Don't let ice and snow accumulate underneath
Under some conditions, snow and ice can build up under the fenders and interfere with the steering. When driving in severe winter conditions where this may happen, you should periodically check underneath the vehicle to be sure the movement of the front wheels and the steering components is not obstructed.
Don't let your parking brake freeze
Under some conditions your parking brake can freeze in the engaged position.
This is most likely to happen when there is an accumulation of snow or ice around
or near the rear brakes or if the bra ...
Carry emergency equipment
Depending on the severity of the weather, you should carry appropriate emergency
equipment. Some of the items you may want to carry include tire chains, tow straps
or chains, flashlight, emergency ...
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Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Immobilizer system
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic engine immobilizer system to reduce
the risk of unauthorized vehicle use.
Your immobilizer system is comprised of a small transponder in the ignition key
and electronic devices inside the vehicle.
With the immobilizer system, whenever you insert your ...
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Front Seat Belt Retractor Components and components location
Component Location
1. Front seat belt retractor
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