Kia Niro: Exhaust Emission Control System / Description and operation
| Description |
Exhaust emissions (CO, HC, NOx) are controlled by a combination of engine modifications and the addition of special control components.
Modifications to the combustion chamber, intake manifold, camshaft and ignition system form the basic control system.
These items have been integrated into a highly effective system which controls exhaust emissions while maintaining good drivability and fuel economy.
Catalytic Converter Description and operation
Description
The catalytic converter of the gasoline engine is a three way catalyst. It oxidizes
carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons (HC), and separates oxygen from the oxides of nitrogen
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Other information:
Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: 2. Evaporative emission control system
The Evaporative Emission Control System is designed to prevent fuel vapors from
escaping into the atmosphere.
Canister
Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel tank are absorbed and stored in the onboard
canister. When the engine is running, the fuel vapors absorbed in the canister are
drawn in ...
Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Exterior overview
■ Front view
1. Hood
2. Head lamp (Features of your vehicle)
Head lamp (Maintenance)
3. Day time running light (D.R.L)
4. Fog lamp
5. Wheel and tire
6. Outside rearview mirror
7. Sunroof
8. Front windshield wiper blades (Features of your vehicle)
Front windshield wiper blades (Maintena ...
