Kia Niro: Vehicle stability management (VSM) / Malfunction indicator
The VSM can be deactivated even if you don’t cancel the VSM operation by pressing
the ESC OFF button. It indicates that a malfunction has been detected somewhere
in the EPS (Electronic Power Steering) system or VSM system. If the ESC indicator
light (
) or EPS warning light remains
on, we recommend that the system be checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
✽ NOTICE
- The VSM is designed to function above approximately 22 km/h (13 mph)
on curves.
- The VSM is designed to function above approximately 10 km/h (6 mph) when
a vehicle is braking on a split-mu road. The split-mu road is made of surfaces
which have different friction forces.
WARNING
- The Vehicle Stability Management system is not a substitute for safe
driving practices but a supplementary function only. It is the responsibility
of the driver to always check the speed and the distance to the vehicle ahead.
Always hold the steering wheel firmly while driving.
- Your vehicle is designed to activate according to the driver’s intention,
even with the VSM installed. Always follow all the normal precautions for driving
at safe speeds for the conditions – including driving in inclement weather and
on a slippery road.
- Driving with varying tire or wheel sizes may cause the VSM system to
malfunction. When replacing tires, make sure they are the same size as your
original tires.
If you press the ESC OFF button to turn off the ESC, the VSM will also cancel
and the ESC OFF indicator light () illuminates.
To turn on the VSM, press the button again. The ESC OFF indicator light ...
A vehicle has the tendency to slip back on a steep hill when it starts to go
after stopping. The Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) prevents the vehicle from slipping
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Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Repair procedures
On-vehicle Inspection
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Check that the auxiliary 12V battery cables are connected to
the correct terminals.
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Disconnect the auxiliary 12V bat ...
Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: To set speed limit
1. Press the CRUISE & SPEED LIMIT MODE ( ) button twice on the steering wheel,
to turn the system on.
The speed limit indicator light will illuminate.
2. Move the lever down (to SET-).
3. Move the lever up (to RES+) or down (to SET-), and release it at the desired
speed. Move the ...