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BRAKES AND CLUTCH (IF EQUIPPED)
Checking brake/clutch fluid
level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the reservoir.
Before removing the reservoir cap
and adding brake/clutch fluid, clean
the area around the reservoir cap
thoroughly to prevent brake/clutchfluid contamination. If the level is low, add fluid to the
MAX level. The level will fall with
accumulated mileage. This is a nor-mal condition associated with the
wear of the brake linings. If the fluid
level is excessively low, have the
brake system checked by an
Authorized Kia Dealer.
Use only the specified brake/clutch
fluid. (Refer to “Recommended Lubricants” later in this section.)
Never mix different types of fluid.WARNING
When changing and adding
brake/clutch fluid, handle it
carefully. Do not let it come in
contact with your eyes. If
brake/clutch fluid should come
in contact with your eyes, imme-
diately flush them with a large
quantity of fresh tap water. Have
your eyes examined by a doctor
as soon as possible.
WARNING
In the event the brake system
requires frequent additions of
fluid, the vehicle should be
inspected by an Authorized Kia
Dealer.
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Checking a tyre life
Tyre strength and performance
decline with age. Any tyres that are
over 6 year old, including the spare
(determined by the tyre manufacturedate), should be replaced regardless
of mileage. You can find the tyre
manufacture date on the tyre side-
wall (either on the inside or outside of
the wheel). The date is a
Department Of Transportation (DOT)
number consisting of letters and
numbers. You can determine the tyre
manufacture date by the last four
numbers of the DOT code. DOT : XXXX XXXX OOOO
The first letters/numbers of the DOT
indicate the manufacturing plant, tyre
size and tread pattern, last four num-
bers indicate week and year manu-
factured.
For example:
DOT XXXX XXXX 0803 represents
that the tyre was produced in the 8th
week of 2003.
WARNING
A tyre more than 6 years old
may cause separation of the
cord layers inside the tyre lead-
ing to loss of vehicle or a seri-
ous injury. Therefore, make sure
to check the manufacturing dateand replace the old tyre in 6
years after the tyre manufactur-
ing date.
WARNING - Tyre
temperature
The temperature grade for this
tyre is established for a tyre that
is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive
loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat
build-up and possible sudden
tyres failure. This can cause
loss of vehicle control and seri-
ous injury or death.
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