The rain sensor (A) located on the upper end of the windshield glass senses the amount of rainfall and controls the wiping cycle for the proper interval. The more it rains, the faster the wiper operates. When the rain stops, the wiper stops.
To vary the speed setting, turn the speed control knob (1).
If the wiper switch is set in AUTO mode when the ignition switch is ON, the wiper will operate once to perform a self-check of the system. Set the wiper to OFF (O) position when the wiper is not in use.
CAUTION
When the ignition switch is ON and the windshield wiper switch is placed in the AUTO mode, use caution in the following situations to avoid any injury to the hands or other parts of the body:
CAUTION
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring Description and operation
Description
Driver Airbag (DAB) is installed in the steering wheel and electrically connected
to SRSCM via the clock spring.
It protects the driver by deploying the airbag when frontal crash occurs. The
SRSCM determines deployment of the Driver Airbag (DAB).
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Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Front Seat Shield Inner Cover Repair procedures
Replacement
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pie ...