Kia Niro: Wipers and washers / Windshield wipers
Operates as follows when the ignition switch is turned ON.
(1) MIST/
: For a single wiping cycle,
move the lever to this (MIST/ ) position
and release it. The wipers will operate continuously if the lever is held in this
position.
(2) OFF / O : Wiper is not in operation
(3) INT / --- : Wiper operates intermittently at the same wiping intervals. Use this mode in light rain or mist. To vary the speed setting, turn the speed control knob.
(4) LO / 1 : Normal wiper speed
(5) HI / 2 : Fast wiper speed
✽ NOTICE
If there is heavy accumulation of snow or ice on the windshield, defrost the windshield for about 10 minutes, or until the snow and/or ice is removed before using the windshield wipers to ensure proper operation. If you do not remove the snow and/or ice before using the wiper and washer, it may damage the Wiper and washer system.
Rear window wiper/washer
■ Type A
■ Type B
A :Wiper speed control (front)
(1) MIST/ – Single wipe
(2) OFF / O – Off
(3) INT / --- – Intermittent wipe
AUTO* – Auto control wipe
(4) LO / 1 – Low wiper s ...
Auto control
The rain sensor (A) located on the upper end of the windshield glass senses the
amount of rainfall and controls the wiping cycle for the proper interval. The more
it rains, the faster the wiper ...
Other information:
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Input Speed Sensor Components and components location
Component Location
1. Input speed sensor
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Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Knock Sensor (KS) Description and operation
Description
Knocking is a phenomenon characterized by undesirable vibration and noise that
can cause engine damage. Knock Sensor (KS) is installed on the cylinder block and
senses engine knocking.
When knocking occurs, the vibration from the cylinder block is applied as pressure
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