AliDietrich
Seeking Advice on Troubleshooting 2014 Kia Pro Ceed's Electric Handbrake Malfunction
Electical handbrake is not working
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Hey, thanks for the swift response. No, I haven't seen any error codes popping up on the dash, it just doesn't seem to be holding the car as securely as it used to. Quite unnerving, really. Yeah, it seems I might have to take it into the shop. I'm currently at 64812KM, and my last service was a couple of months ago, they didn't spot any defects then. Just wanted to get some ideas before I handed it over. Thanks again for sharing your experience. Cheers!
Hey no problem happy to help where I can. It sounds like you're experiencing what I did: the handbrake wasn't throwing any faults or dash warnings, it just didn’t secure the car as it should. Unsafe, for sure! I'd say, get it to a workshop soon, handbrake malfunctioning is not something you'd want to ignore. Plus, sometimes, the error codes might not appear on the dashboard due to a communication error in the ECU, which the mechanics would have a better look at. In my case, it was the motor in the brake caliper, as I mentioned. Remember, though, that every car behaves differently when it comes to wear and tear. The earlier you get it checked, the better. All the best hope it's just a minor fix for your Pro Ceed!
Appreciate the advice. Quite a relief to hear from someone who's had a similar issue…and lived to tell the tale! Didn't think about the communication error in the ECU, but it makes sense. Yup, I reckon it's the right time to head into the shop before this gets any worse. Thank you for giving me the heads-up on what the problem could be and the potential cost ahead, feels good being a bit prepared. Fingers crossed it's just a quick n' easy fix when they get under the hood! Thanks again, and best of luck with your Optima. Cheers!
@Frank
Reset electric handbrake KIA Sportage 2015 with Carly?
Hi Frank, while Carly is a great tool for reading and clearing fault codes, it may not be able to reset or recalibrate the electric handbrake on your KIA Sportage 2015. This is a more complex procedure that often requires specialized diagnostic equipment and software that most dealerships or workshops have. I would recommend taking your vehicle to a professional mechanic for this task. Please let us know how it goes and if you have any other questions.
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Hey! I’ve encountered a somewhat similar issue on my 2016 Kia Optima. Got about the same level of car know-how as you, I suppose, so I'm speaking from that angle. Had some trouble with the handbrake and it turned out it was due to a faulty electric motor in the brake caliper. Bottom line, it was a workshop job for me and cost me 505€. Just out of curiosity, does your handbrake show any error messages or is it just not functioning well? Knowing the symptoms a bit more might be insightful. Best regards.