Kia Niro: Engine Control System / ETC (Electronic Throttle Control) System Troubleshooting
| Fail-Safe Mode |
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Item |
Fail-Safe |
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ETC Motor |
Throttle valve stuck at 7° |
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TPS |
TPS 1 fault |
Replace it with TPS 2 |
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TPS 2 fault |
Replace it with TPS 1 |
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TPS 1, 2 fault |
Throttle Angle (°) |
Throttle
valve stuck at 5° |
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APS |
APS 1 fault |
Replace it with APS 2 |
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APS 2 fault |
Replace it with APS 1 |
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APS 1, 2 fault |
Engine idle state |
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When throttle value is stuck at 7°, engine speed will be limited to below 1,500 rpm and vehicle speed to maximum of 40 - 50 km/h (25 - 31 mph). |
ETC (Electronic Throttle Control) System Repair procedures
Inspection
Throttle Position Sensor
(TPS)
1.
Connect the KDS/GDS on the Data Link Connector (DLC).
2.
Start the engine and measure the output v ...
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS) Specifications
Specification
Pressure
[kPa (kgf/cm², psi)]
Output Voltage (V) [Vref = 5V]
20.0 (0.20, 2.9)
0.79
46.7 (0.47, ...
Other information:
Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Driving at night
Because night driving presents more hazards than driving in the daylight, here
are some important tips to remember:
Slow down and keep more distance between you and other vehicles, as it may
be more difficult to see at night, especially in areas where there may not be
any street lights.
...
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Description and operation
Description
The ECM (Electro Chromatic inside rear view Mirror) is one that automatically
dims to protect the driver’s eyes when it senses light reflecting from the car behind.
The sensor in the mirror detects the brightness and if the headlight from the car
behind is reflected ...
