The vehicle is being slowed by engine compression and regenerative braking. The hybrid battery is being charged by regenerative braking.
(Engine ➞ Battery ➞ Wheel)
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Smart Cruise Control (SCC) Unit-Radar Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Remove the front bumper.
(Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover")
2.
Disconnect the SCC radar & unit connector (A).
3.
Remove the SCC radar & ECU (B) after loosening the mounting bolts.
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Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Main Crash Pad Assembly Components and components location
Component Location
1. Crash pad main lower panel
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