Kia Niro: How vehicle radio works / AM (MW, LW) reception
AM broadcasts can be received at greater distances than FM broadcasts. This is because AM radio waves are transmitted at low frequencies. These long, low frequency radio waves can follow the curvature of the earth rather than travelling straight out into the atmosphere. In addition, they curve around obstructions so that they can provide better signal coverage.
FM reception
AM and FM radio signals are broadcast from transmitter towers located around
your city. They are intercepted by the radio antenna on your vehicle. This signal
is then received by the radio and s ...
FM radio station
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. A ...
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Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Mic Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Disconnector the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the overhead console lamp.
(Refer to Lighting System - "Overhead Console Lamp")
3.
Remove the hands free mic (A) after loosening the m ...
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Description and operation
Description
The HCU (Hybrid Control Unit) controls whole hybrid systems and is connected
with each control modules (ECM, TCM, MCU, BMS ECU etc.) by CAN interface. In addition
this system uses the brake switch signals for controlling the hybrid system.
& ...
