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 brakes are wet. If there is a risk the parking brake may freeze, apply it only temporarily while you put the shift lever in P (Dual clutch transmission) and block the rear wheels so the vehicle cannot roll. Then release the parking brake.
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Engine Clutch Actuator Specifications
Specifications
Items
Specifications
Operation method
BLDC Motor
Input voltage (V)
12
Max power (W)
480
Resistance (Ω)
120
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Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Wireless Power Charger
System Troubleshooting
Trouble status
Inspection item
Inspection
Not charged
Check the mobile phone status
R-1
Amber LED blinks
Overcurr ...