Hyundai Kia EPB Assembly Check

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EPB Assembly Check

What it does

• Checks the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system installation and operation
• Verifies proper motor function, end stops, and brake pad position
• Ensures EPB is ready for normal operation or service mode

When it is required

• After replacing EPB assembly or motors
• After servicing rear brake pads or calipers
• When EPB warning lights or fault codes appear

Conditions that must be met

• Rear brakes correctly installed
• EPB motors connected and functional
• Ignition ON, engine OFF (unless instructed)
• Stable battery voltage
• No active EPB or ABS fault codes

What happens during the check

• Diagnostic tool communicates with EPB module
• System tests:
• Motor operation
• Pad engagement
• End stops
• Confirms correct EPB assembly status

If check is not performed

• EPB may not operate correctly
• Warning lights may remain active
• Risk of uneven parking brake application
• Possible EPB motor damage

After the check

• Clear any detected fault codes
• Perform a short EPB test:
• Apply and release function
• Verify normal parking brake operation

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