FM broadcasts are transmitted at high frequencies and do not bend to follow the earth's surface. Because of this, FM broadcasts generally begin to fade at short distances from the station. Also, FM signals are easily affected by buildings, mountains, or other obstructions. These can result in certain listening conditions which might lead you to believe a problem exists with your radio. The following conditions are normal and do not indicate radio trouble:
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Components and components location
Components
1. Disc
2. Dust cover
3. Rear hub
4. Rear Knuckle
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Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Blind Spot Detection Switch Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")
3.
Remove the crash pad plate [LH] (A) after loosening the screws.
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