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.
Inspection
1.
Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
2.
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
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Inspection
1.
Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the console upper cover.
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Other information:
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the glove box hosing.
(Refer to Body - "Glove Box Hosing")
3.
Disconnect the body control module connectors (A).
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What Is Cruise Control
Cruise control lets you maintain a set speed
without keeping your foot on the accelerator
pedal.
Requirements
Use cruise control when the vehicle speed
is greater than 20 mph (30 km/h).
Switching Cruise Control On and Off
WARNING: Do not use cruise control
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