Hyundai/Kia Break Pad Change Mode Activation/Deactivation
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1) Brake Pad Change Mode Activation
What it does
- Puts the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) into service mode
- Retracts EPB motors to allow rear brake pad replacement
- Prevents damage to EPB motors and calipers
When it is required
- Before replacing rear brake pads
- Before servicing rear brake calipers
- Before removing EPB motors
Conditions that must be met
- Vehicle stationary on level ground
- Ignition ON, engine OFF (or as instructed)
- EPB system free of active fault codes
- Stable battery voltage
2) Brake Pad Change Mode Deactivation
What it does
- Exits service mode after brake work is completed
- Reinitializes EPB motors
- Restores normal parking brake operation
When it is required
- After rear brake pads are installed
- After calipers and EPB motors are reassembled
What happens during deactivation
- EPB motors move to operational position
- System learns:
- Pad thickness reference
- Motor end stops
- EPB calibration is completed
If service mode is not used correctly
- EPB malfunction warnings may appear
- Parking brake may not apply correctly
- Risk of EPB motor damage
After deactivation
- Test EPB apply and release
- Check for fault codes
- Confirm proper parking brake operation