Kia Cerato 2022, Owner'S Manual, Page: 316 / 622

Driving your vehicle
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Brake system
僅 If the driver turns the engine off by
mistake whilst Auto Hold (if equipped)
is operating, EPB will be automatically
applied. But if the driver turns the
engine off and push the EPB switch in
1 second, the EPB does not apply.
Emergency braking
僅 If there is a problem with the brake
pedal whilst driving, emergency brak
-
ing is possible by pulling up and hold
-
ing the EPB switch. Braking is possible
only whilst you are holding the EPB
switch. If you hand off the EPB switch,
the braking force is lost. If you hold
the EPB switch and the vehicle stop,
the EPB is applied.
僅 During emergency braking by the
EPB, the parking brake warning light
will illuminate and the warning sounds
will occur to indicate that the system
is operating.
僅 The braking distance may be longer
than under normal braking conditions.
* EPB stands for Electronic Parking
Brake.
WARNING
Do not operate the parking brake whilst
the vehicle is moving except in an emer
-
gency situation. It could damage the
vehicle system and endanger driving
safety.
CAUTION
If you continuously notice a noise or
burning smell when the EPB is used for
emergency braking, have the system
checked by a professional workshop. Kia
recommends visiting an authorised Kia
dealer/service partner.
Releasing the parking brake
To release the EPB manually:
Press the EPB switch in the following
condition.
僅 Have the ignition switch or ENGINE
START/STOP button in the ON posi
-
tion.
僅 Depress the brake pedal.
僅 Make sure the brake warning light
goes off.
To release EPB automatically
(manual transmission):
1. Close the driver's door, engine bonnet
and trunk/tailgate.
2. Fasten the driver's seat belt.
3. Start the engine.
OBD041227R
OBD051379R