Kia Niro: Starting the hybrid vehicle (Smart key) / ECONOMICAL and SAFE OPERATION of Hybrid system
- Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a moderate rate and maintain a steady cruising speed. Don't make "jackrabbit" starts. Don't race between stoplights. Avoid heavy traffic whenever possible. Always maintain a safe distance from other vehicles so you can avoid unnecessary braking. This also reduces brake wear.
- The regenerative brake generates energy when the vehicle decelerates.
- When the hybrid battery power is low, the hybrid system automatically recharges the hybrid battery.
- When the engine runs in "N" position, the hybrid system cannot generate electricity. The hybrid battery cannot recharge in "N" position. Please refer to chapter 6.
✽ NOTICE
When the hybrid system is in READY mode, the engine will automatically start and stop as needed. The "READY" symbol will illuminate in the cluster when the system is operational.
Starting the Hybrid System
1.Carry the smart key into the vehicle.
2.Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied.
3.Place the shift lever in the P(Park) position.
In N (neutral) position, you can not start the vehicle.
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The components of hybrid vehicle
1. Engine : 1.6L
2. Motor : 32kW
3. Transmission : 6DCT
4. Hybrid starter generator (HSG)
5. HPCU (Hybrid Power Control Unit)
6. High voltage battery system
7. Generative brake system
8. Virt ...
Other information:
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Tailgate Assembly Repair procedures
Replacement
Wear gloves to protect hands from injury.
Work in a group of two when removing and installing the tailgate.
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Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates:
Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
- It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off.
When there is a malfunction with the ESC system.
In this case, we recommend that you have the vehicle inspect ...