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2023 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Repair and Diagnosis
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Quick Lookups- Accessories & Equipment
- Anti-Theft Systems
- Collision/Avoidance
- Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) - General Information (PHEV)
- Advanced Driver Assistance System Driving (PHEV)
- Advanced Driver Assistance System Parking (PHEV)
- Advanced Driver Assistance System Parking Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 2)
- Advanced Driver Assistance System Parking Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 2)
- Front Radar Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Front View Camera Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 2)
- Front View Camera Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 2)
- Rear Corner Radar Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 2)
- Rear Corner Radar Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 2)
- Rear View Monitor Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Virtual Engine Sound System (VESS) (PHEV)
- Virtual Engine Sound System Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Communication Devices
- Assist Power Seat Unit Diagnosis (PHEV)
- BCM Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Cluster Module Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Door Area Unit Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Immobilizer Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Integrated Body Control Unit (IBU) (PHEV)
- Integrated Central Control Unit Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 2)
- Integrated Central Control Unit Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 2)
- Power Seat Module Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Seat Heater Ventilation Control Unit-Front Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Seat Heater Ventilation Control Unit-Rear Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Steering Wheel Remote Control Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Drivers Assistance Systems - ADAS
- Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) - General Information (PHEV)
- Advanced Driver Assistance System Driving (PHEV)
- Advanced Driver Assistance System Parking (PHEV)
- Advanced Driver Assistance System Parking Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 2)
- Advanced Driver Assistance System Parking Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 2)
- Front Radar Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Front View Camera Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 2)
- Front View Camera Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 2)
- Rear Corner Radar Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 2)
- Rear Corner Radar Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 2)
- Rear View Monitor Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Virtual Engine Sound System (VESS) (PHEV)
- Virtual Engine Sound System Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Entertainment Systems
- Exterior Lights
- Gauges & Instrument Panels
- Headlights
- Horns
- Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
- Infotainment
- Interior/Exterior Trim
- Interior/Illumination Lights
- Memory Modules
- Mirrors
- Seats
- Body Interior And Exterior - General Information (PHEV)
- Front Seat Assembly (PHEV)
- Integrated Memory Seat (IMS) (PHEV)
- Power Seat Module Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Rear Seat Assembly (PHEV)
- Seat Electrical (PHEV)
- Seat Heater Ventilation Control Unit-Front Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Seat Heater Ventilation Control Unit-Rear Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Steering Column Switches
- Warning Systems
- Window Motors & Regulators
- Wiper/Washer Systems
- Body & Frame
- Door Locks
- Exterior Body Panels
- Exterior/Interior Trim
- Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
- Mirrors
- Seats
- Body Interior And Exterior - General Information (PHEV)
- Front Seat Assembly (PHEV)
- Integrated Memory Seat (IMS) (PHEV)
- Power Seat Module Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Rear Seat Assembly (PHEV)
- Seat Electrical (PHEV)
- Seat Heater Ventilation Control Unit-Front Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Seat Heater Ventilation Control Unit-Rear Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Sun Roof/T-Top/Convertible Top
- Windows
- Brakes
- Drivelines & Axles
- Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Engine Performance
- Emissions
- Engine Control Systems
- Fuel Delivery
- Ignition System
- Specifications
- System
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (3 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (4 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (5 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (6 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (7 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (8 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (9 Of 9)
- Testing & Diagnosis
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (3 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (4 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (5 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (6 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (7 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (8 Of 9)
- Engine Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (9 Of 9)
- Tune-Up
- General Information
- Abbreviations
- Basic Trouble Shooting
- Brakes
- Check Lists
- Driveline/Axles
- DTC Index (PHEV)
- Electrical
- Engine
- Engine Performance
- Electrostatic Discharge Warning - General Information
- Engine Performance Diagnostic Routine Outline - General Information
- Engine Performance Safety Precautions
- Map - Engine Performance & Maintenance
- Parasitic Load Explanation & Test Procedures - General Information
- State Emission Standards - Diesel
- State Emission Standards - Gas
- Waveforms - Injector Pattern Tutorial - General Information
- Map - Exhaust Systems
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC)
- Hoist/Jack
- Identification
- Metric Conversions
- OEM General Information
- Maintenance Reminder Light (Reset Procedures)
- Specifications Index
- Steering
- Towing
- Traction Control Disable Procedures
- Trouble Shooting - Manual Transmission - General Information
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC)
- Hybrid/Electric Powertrain
- Battery Management Systems
- Cooling Systems
- Electric Converters and Controllers
- Electric Motor Systems
- Testing and Diagnosis
- Battery Management System Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 2)
- Battery Management System Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 2)
- HEV Motor Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 3)
- HEV Motor Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 3)
- HEV Motor Control System Diagnosis (PHEV) (3 Of 3)
- Low Dc-Dc Converter Diagnosis (PHEV)
- On Board Charger Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 2)
- On Board Charger Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 2)
- Maintenance
- Restraints
- Air Bag, SRS
- Airbag Modules And Clock Spring (PHEV)
- Airbag System Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 3)
- Airbag System Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 3)
- Airbag System Diagnosis (PHEV) (3 Of 3)
- Occupant Detection Sensor Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Restraints - General Information (PHEV)
- Supplemental Restraint System Control Module (SRSCM) And Sensors (PHEV)
- Passive Restraints
- Restraints Control Systems
- Seat Belts
- Air Bag, SRS
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission
- Automatic Trans
- Double Clutch Transaxle Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 3)
- Double Clutch Transaxle Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 3)
- Double Clutch Transaxle Diagnosis (PHEV) (3 Of 3)
- Dual Clutch System (PHEV)
- Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) System - General Information (PHEV)
- Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) System (PHEV)
- Dual Clutch Transmission Control System (PHEV)
- E-Shifter Diagnosis (PHEV)
- Engine And Transaxle Assembly (R & I) (PHEV)
- SBW Control Unit Diagnosis (PHEV) (1 Of 2)
- SBW Control Unit Diagnosis (PHEV) (2 Of 2)
- Clutch
- Transmission Control Systems
- Automatic Trans
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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