Kia Cee'd: Electric parking brake (EPB) / Emergency braking

If there is a problem with the brake pedal while driving, emergency braking is possible by pulling up and holding the EPB switch. Braking is possible only while you are holding the EPB switch.

WARNING

Do not operate the parking brake while the vehicle is moving except in an emergency situation.

✽ NOTICE

During emergency braking by the EPB, the parking brake warning light will illuminate to indicate that the system is operating.

CAUTION

If you continuously notice a noise or burning smell when the EPB is used for emergency braking, we recommend that the system be checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

EPB malfunction indicator
This warning light illuminates if the engine start/stop button is changed to the ON position and goes off in approximately 3 seconds if the system is operation normally. If the EPB malfunct ...

When the EPB (electric parking brake) does not release
If the EPB does not release normally, we recommend that you take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer by loading the vehicle on a flatbed tow truck and have the system checked. ...

Other information:

Kia Cee'd JD Service Manual: Parking Brake Lever Repair procedures
Removal    The parking brake cables must not be bent or distorted. This will lead to stiff operation and premature failure. 1. Remove the floor console assembly. (Refer t ...

Kia Cee'd JD Owners Manual: Battery recharging
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