Kia Niro: Hybrid System Overview / Starting the hybrid vehicle (Smart key)

Engine Brake/Regeneration

The engine compression can be used to slow the vehicle. The regenerative braking system can be used to charge the hybrid system. (Wheel ➞ Engine & Battery) ...

Starting the Hybrid System

1.Carry the smart key into the vehicle. 2.Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied. 3.Place the shift lever in the P(Park) position. In N (neutral) position, you can not start the vehicle. 4. ...

Other information:

Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: High voltage shut-off procedures
High Voltage Shut-off Procedures    • Be sure to read and follow the “General Safety Information and Caution” before doing any work related with the high voltage system. Failure t ...

Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Pre-Charge Relay Description and operation
Description Built into the Power Relay Assembly (PRA), the Pre-Charge Relay starts to charge the capacitor of the inverter soon after ignition "ON", then it goes out when the capacitor has been fully charged. 1. High Voltage Power Terminal (-) 2. Hig ...