Kia Niro: AHB(Active Hydraulic Boost) System / Pressure Source Unit Repair procedures
| Removal |
| 1. |
Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. |
| 2. |
Remove the air cleaner assembly. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner") |
| 3. |
Remove the brake fluid from the reservoir . |
| 4. |
Remove the connector and wire ring bracket.
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| 5. |
Loosen the pressure source unit (PSU) flare nut (A) and then remove the tube.
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| 6. |
Disconnect the pressure source unit (PSU) connector (A) and hose (B).
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| 7. |
Remove the sub frame. (Refer to Suspension System - "Sub Frame") |
| 8. |
Loosen the nuts and bolt and then remove the pressure source (PSU).
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| Installation |
| 1. |
Installation is the reverse of removal. |
| 2. |
Check the brake pedal operation. |
| 3. |
After filling the brake fluid in the reservoir, perform the air bleed. (Refer to the Brake system - "Brake Bleeding Procedure") |
| 4. |
Conduct the pedal traval sensor (PTS) calibration. (Refer to the Brake System - "Brake Pedal") |
| 5. |
Conduct the pressure sensor calibration. |
| Diagnostic Procedure Using a Diagnostic Instrument |
The following section describes how to diagnose faults using a diagnostic instrument.
| 1. |
Connect the diagnostic instrument to the self-diagnostic connector (16-pin) beneath the crash pad on the side of driver's seat, and then turn on the ignition to activate the diagnostic instrument. |
| 2. |
In the GDS Vehicle Type Selection menu, select "Vehicle Type" and "Brake/VDC/AHB" System, and then opt for "OK." Pressure Sensor Calibration
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| 3. |
Turn ignition switch off and on after calibration procedure. |
| 4. |
Confirm success of calibration. Pedal Travel Sensor (PTS) Calibration
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Pressure Source Unit Components and components location
Components
1. Pressure Source Unit (PSU)
2. Motor
3. Filler adapter
4. Accumulator
5. Bracket
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