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February 27, 2017 Service bulletin

Pitstop

Kia technical service bulletin PS491 for 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid.

Bulletin number
PS491
Component
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Summary
PITSTOP: Voltage Protection Device (VPD) DTCs P1BA7 and P1B77 - The Voltage Protection Device (VPD) (1) is mounted on top of the HV battery pack. If the HV battery overcharges, the battery cells/modules/case can swell. If swelling occurs, the VPD switch will turn ON, and the Battery Management System (BMS) will receive the VPD ?ON? signal and turn off the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) to prevent damage.

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