Kia Sportage: ESP(Electronic Stability Program) System / Emergency Signal System Description and operation
Introduction of quick brake warning system (ESS)
In case of quick brake by driver, the brake lamp or turn signal is blinked to
warn against the vehicle at rear.

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Basic function (Blinking the brake lamp/emergency lamp)
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Operation condition: In case of quick brake or operation of
ABS above in a certain speed
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Releasing condition: In case of stopping the quick brake or
releasing the ABS operation
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Additional function (Blinking the turn signal)
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Operation condition: In case of quick brake in low speed
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Releasing condition: Releasing at the start of driving
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System configuration

ESS Circuit diagram

Inspection
1.
Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the console upper cover.
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Components
1. Front wheel speed sensor cable
2. Front wheel speed sensor
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Other information:
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Never move the gear shift lever from P (Park) to any other position with
the accelerator pedal depressed.
Never move the gear shift lever into P (Park) when the vehicle is in motion.
Slow down before shifting to a lower gear. Otherwise, the lower gear may
not be engaged.
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