Kia Soul: Brake system / Parking brake
Applying the parking brake
To engage the parking brake, first apply the foot brake and then pull up the
parking brake lever as far as possible.
In addition it is recommended that when parking the vehicle on a incline, the
shift lever should be in a low gear on manual transaxle vehicles.
CAUTION
- Driving with the parking brake applied will cause excessive brake pad
and brake rotor wear.
- Do not operate the parking brake while the vehicle is moving except
in an emergency situation. It could damage the vehicle system and make endanger
driving safety.
Releasing the parking brake
To release the parking brake, first apply the foot brake and pull up the parking
brake lever slightly. Secondly depress the release button (1) and lower the parking
brake lever (2) while holding the button.
If the parking brake does not release or does not release all the way, have the
system checked by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized
Kia dealer/service partner.
- Be cautious when parking on a hill. Firmly engage the parking brake and
place the shift lever in first or reverse gear (manual transaxle). If your vehicle
is facing downhill, turn the front wheels into the curb to help keep the vehicle
from rolling. If your vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels away from
the curb to help keep the vehicle from rolling. If there is no curb or if it
is required by other conditions to keep the vehicle from rolling, block the
wheels.
- Under some conditions your parking brake can freeze in the engaged position.
This is most likely to happen when there is an accumulation of snow or ice around
or near the rear brakes or if the brakes are wet. If there is a risk that the
parking brake may freeze, apply it only temporarily while you put the shift
lever in first or reverse gear (manual transaxle) and block the rear wheels
so the vehicle cannot roll. Then release the parking brake.
- Do not hold the vehicle on the upgrade with the accelerator pedal. This
can cause the transaxle to overheat. Always use the brake pedal or parking brake.
WARNING
- Never allow anyone who is unfamiliar with the vehicle to touch the
parking brake. If the parking brake is released unintentionally, serious injury
may occur.
- All vehicles should always have the parking brake fully engaged when
parking to avoid inadvertent movement of the vehicle which can injure occupants
or pedestrians.
Check the brake warning light by turning the ignition switch ON (do not start
the engine). This light will be illuminated when the parking brake is applied with
the ignition switch in the START or ON position.
Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning
light is off.
If the brake warning light remains on after the parking brake is released while
engine is running, there may be a malfunction in the brake system. Immediate attention
is necessary.
If at all possible, cease driving the vehicle immediately. If that is not possible,
use extreme caution while operating the vehicle and only continue to drive the vehicle
until you can reach a safe location or repair shop.
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