The sensor detects the distance to the vehicle ahead.
If the sensor is covered with dirt or other foreign matter, the vehicle to vehicle distance control may not operate correctly.
Always keep the area in front of the sensor clean.
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Rear Bumper beam Assembly Components and components location
Component Location
1. Rear bumper beam assembly
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Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Auto Defogging Sensor Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the auto defogging sensor cover (A).
3.
Using a screwdriver or a remover, remove the LDWS & rain sensor cover
(A).
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