Hyundai parking brake bedding procedure

Understanding the Operation of Hyundai’s Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)

The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB), has gradually replaced the traditional mechanical handbrake in many modern vehicles, including those manufactured by Hyundai. This article delves into the operation of Hyundai’s Electronic Parking Brake, its benefits, and how it compares to traditional parking brake systems. In particular, we’ll look at the Hyundai parking brake bedding procedure.

The Hyundai electronic parking brake has two modes

Hyundai Static Braking Mode

In static mode the electronic parking brake is used to hold the vehicle when parked. It is activated whether or not your foot is on the brake pedal.

To activate, pull the electronic parking brake (EPB) switch up when vehicle speed is less than 2-MPH.

To deactivate, push the EPB switch down with the IGN switch on and the brake pedal applied.

Dynamic Braking Function

The Hyundai EPB can also be used in Dynamic Braking Function (DBF) mode. In other words, the EPB can be applied while the vehicle is moving to slow it down. This function can be used, for example, if an object is wedged under the brake pedal or if there’s a hydraulic line failure.

Dynamic mode will be activated if the vehicle is moving faster than 2 mph and the driver pushes down on the EPB switch. This emergency braking operates only if the vehicle speed is faster than 3kph and the EPB switch is pulled. The emergency brake stops and the driver releases the EPB switch.

If the ESP system detects an abnormal condition, it operates the EPB for reduction of speed.

When installing new parking brake shoes, you must perform a Hyundai parking brake bedding procedure

Hyundai Electronic Parking Brake Bedding Mode Procedure

After replacing the parking brake shoes and rotor, perform the following bedding procedure
(1) Turn the IGNTION switch to ON and start the engine.
(2) Apply the brake pedal 2 times within 10 seconds. Continue to hold the brake pedal in the full applied position while you perform step #3.
(3) Pull the EPB switch up 4 times, followed by 3 release applications within 10 seconds.
(4) The new parking brake shoes linings must be bedded in by performing the following procedure 6 times:

Drive the vehicle at 18 to 22-MPH and activate the EPB switch to bring the vehicle to a full stop.  NOTE: The EPB will automatically release if vehicle speed exceeds 30-MPH.

Allow the brakes to cool after each of the 6 EPB  applications. (Drive .3 miles between applications to cool the brakes or let the brakes cool for 1 minute after each application).

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