2007 KIA Optima engine

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Engine coolant Use only soft (de-mineralized) water inthe coolant mixture.
 The engine in your vehicle has alu- minum engine parts and must be pro-
tected by an ethylene-glycol-based

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7BRAKE FLUID Checking brake fluid level  Check the fluid level in the reservoir peri-
odically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the reservoir.
Before r

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DRIVE BELTSDrive belts should be checked periodical-
ly for proper tension and replaced if nec-
essary. At the same time, belts should be
examined for cracks, wear, fraying or
other ev

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7AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (IF EQUIPPED)Checking the automatic transaxle
fluid level  The automatic transaxle fluid level
should be checked regularly.
The volume of the transaxle fluid
changes

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New automatic transaxle fluid should
be red. The red dye is added so the
assembly plant can identify it as auto-
matic transaxle fluid and distinguish it
from engine oil or antifreeze.

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7Element cleaningThis element may be air cleaned or
replaced, depending on its condition.
Unless it is very dirty, merely shake it to
remove foreign particles. Each time this
filter is i

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For best battery service : Keep the battery securely mounted.
 Keep the top of the battery clean and
dry.
 Keep the terminals and connections clean, tight, and coated with petroleum

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✽NOTICE• Before performing maintenance or
recharging the battery, turn off all
accessories and stop the engine.
• The negative battery cable must be removed first and install