Kia Sportage: ESP(Electronic Stability Program) System / DBC Switch Description and operation

The DBC function is the acronym word of Downhill Brake Control function. When a vehicle goes down the hill, just pushing the DBC switch enables the car to keep its vehicle's speed at a constant value without operating the brake pedal. The DBC function is operat]ed when the vehicle is on the decline and its velocity is under the predetermined speed.

ESP OFF Switch Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. 2. Remove the crash pad lower panel. ( ...

DBC Switch Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the console upper cover. ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2023) Service Manual: Rear Seat Cushion Cover Repair procedures

Replacement    Put on gloves to protect your hands.    • Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove inter ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2023) Owners Manual: DBC operation

✽ NOTICE If the DBC red indicator light illuminates, the system may have overheated or have malfunctioned. When the warning light illuminates even though the DBC system has cooled off, we recommend that the vehicle be checked by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible. ✽ NOTICE ...