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: Jump starting procedure
1.Make sure the booster battery is 12-volt and that its negative terminal is
grounded.
2.If the booster battery is in another vehicle, do not allow the vehicles come
in contact.
3.Turn off all unnecessary electrical loads.
4.Connect the jumper cables in the exact sequence shown in the illustr ...
Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Cleaning the upholstery and interior trim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner. Clean
vinyl surfaces with a vinyl cleaner.
Fabric
Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean with a mild soap solution recommended for upholstery or carpets. Remove fresh ...