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Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Driving at night
Because night driving presents more hazards than driving in the daylight, here
are some important tips to remember:
Slow down and keep more distance between you and other vehicles, as it may
be more difficult to see at night, especially in areas where there may not be
any street lights.
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Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Shift Cable Components and components location
Components
1. Shift lever knob & boots
2. Shift lever assembly
3. Shift cable assembly
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