Kia EV2: Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) / Applying the parking brake

Applying the parking brake with EPB switch

1. Firmly depress the brake pedal to hold the vehicle completely stationary.

2. Pull up the EPB switch on the center console to engage the electronic clamping mechanism.

3. Make sure the red brake warning light illuminates on the instrument cluster to confirm engagement.

If the AUTO HOLD button is active when you turn off your Kia EV2, the EPB is applied automatically. If you pull up the EPB switch after you turn off your vehicle, the EPB is applied.

WARNING

Never leave children or animals unattended in your Kia EV2. They may be able to set your vehicle in motion by:

• Releasing the parking brake.

• Shifting out of P (Park).

• Starting the vehicle.

• Operating vehicle equipment.

TIP

• If your Kia EV2 does not remain at a standstill when you are on a steep incline or pulling a trailer, perform the following actions:

  1. Apply the EPB.

  2. Pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds.

• Do not apply the EPB whilst your vehicle is moving except in an emergency.

• You may hear a click or electric brake motor whine sound whilst applying or releasing the EPB. This is normal and indicates that the EPB is functioning properly.

Automatic application of EPB

The EPB is applied automatically under the following conditions:

• The EPB may automatically provide additional braking force after being applied for safety.

• You turn the vehicle off whilst AUTO HOLD is enabled.

• Your vehicle moves a bit whilst the vehicle is in P (Park).

• Whilst AUTO HOLD is activated:

  • You open the driver side door.

  • You open the bonnet.

  • You open the tailgate.

  • You stop the vehicle for more than approximately 10 minutes.

  • You stop the vehicle on a steep slope for a certain period of time.

• Other systems request application of the EPB.

CAUTION

• If you notice a continuous noise or a burning smell when the EPB is used for emergency braking, have your vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends visiting an authorised Kia dealer or service partner.

• If the vehicle shifts to N (Neutral) whilst the EPB is applied, it will not be released automatically. Failure to manually release the EPB before using an automatic car wash tunnel or similar equipment may cause damage to both the vehicle and the car wash machine.

NOTE

For EPB-equipped vehicles using the AUTO HOLD function whilst driving, the EPB is engaged automatically if the vehicle is in OFF position. Turn off the AUTO HOLD function before pressing the vehicle is in OFF position.

Emergency braking with the EPB switch

If there is a critical problem with the hydraulic brake pedal whilst driving your Kia EV2, pull up and hold the EPB switch to initiate controlled emergency braking.

Emergency braking is possible only whilst you are holding the EPB switch.

WARNING

Do not apply the EPB whilst your vehicle is moving except in an emergency. Applying the EPB whilst your vehicle is moving at normal speeds can cause a sudden loss of control of your vehicle. If you must use the EPB to stop your vehicle, use great caution in applying the brake.

TIP

During emergency braking by the EPB, the brake warning light indicates that the system is operating.

If you notice a continuous noise or burning smell when using the EPB for emergency braking, have your vehicle inspected by a professional workshop. Kia recommends visiting an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.