2009 KIA Optima Brake fluid

721
Maintenance
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)G100100AMGChecking the automatic transaxle
fluid level The automatic transaxle fluid level
should be checked regularly.
Keep the vehicle on the level ground with
the parking brake applied and check the
fluid level according to the following pro-
cedure.
1. Place the shift lever in N (Neutral)position and confirm the engine is run-
ning at normal idle speed. 2. After the transaxle is warmed up suffi-
ciently (fluid temperature 70~80°C
(158~176°F), for example by 10 min-
utes usual driving, move the shift lever
through all positions then place the
shift lever in “N (Neutral) or P (Park)”
position.
3. Confirm that the fluid level is in “HOT”range on the level gauge. If the fluid
level is lower, add the specified fluid
from the fill hole. If the fluid level is
higher, drain the fluid from the drain
hole.
4. If the fluid level is checked in cold con- dition (fluid temperature 20~30°C
(68~86°F) add the fluid to “C” (COLD)
line and then recheck the fluid level
according to the above step 2.
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NOTICE“C” (COLD) range is for reference only
and should NOT be used to determine
transaxle fluid level.✽ ✽NOTICENew automatic transaxle fluid should be
red. The red dye is added so the assem-
bly plant can identify it as automatic
transaxle fluid and distinguish it from
engine oil or antifreeze. The red dye,
which is not an indicator of fluid quali-
ty, is not permanent. As the vehicle is
driven, the automatic transaxle fluid
will begin to look darker. The color may
eventually appear light brown.
Therefore, have an authorized KIA
dealer change the automatic transaxle
fluid according to the Scheduled
Maintenance at the beginning of this
section.Use only the specified automatic
transaxle fluid. (Refer to “Recommended
lubricants and capacities” in section 8.)
G100200AUNChanging the automatic transaxle
fluidHave automatic transaxle fluid changed
by an authorized KIA dealer according to
the Maintenance Schedule at the begin-
ning of this section.
WARNING -
Transaxle fluid
The transaxle fluid level should be
checked when the engine is at nor-
mal operating temperature. This
means that the engine, radiator,
radiator hose and exhaust system
etc., are very hot. Exercise great
care not to burn yourself during
this procedure.
WARNING
- Parking brake
To avoid sudden movement of the
vehicle, apply parking brake and
depress the brake pedal before
moving the shift lever.
CAUTION
Low fluid level causes transaxle
slippage. Overfilling can causefoaming, loss of fluid and transaxle malfunction.
The use of a non-specified fluid could result in transaxle malfunc-tion and failure.

723
Maintenance
WASHER FLUIDG120100AUNChecking the washer fluid level The reservoir is translucent so that you
can check the level with a quick visual
inspection.
Check the fluid level in the washer fluid
reservoir and add fluid if necessary. Plain
water may be used if washer fluid is not
available. However, use washer solvent
with antifreeze characteristics in cold cli-
mates to prevent freezing.
G140100AMGChecking the parking brake Check the stroke of the parking brake by
counting the number of “clicks’’ heard
while fully applying it from the released
position. Also, the parking brake alone
should securely hold the vehicle on a fair-
ly steep grade. If the stroke is more or
less than specified, have the parking
brake adjusted by an authorized KIA
dealer.
Stroke : 8 “clicks’’ at a force of 20 kg (44 lbs, 196 N).
WARNING -
Coolant
Do not use radiator coolant orantifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windshield and may cause
loss of vehicle control or damage
to paint and body trim.
Windshield washer fluid agents contain some amounts of alcohol
and can be flammable under cer-
tain circumstances. Do not allow
sparks or flame to contact the
washer fluid or the washer fluid
reservoir. Damage to the vehicle
or occupants could occur.
Windshield washer fluid is poi- sonous to humans and animals.
Do not drink and avoid contacting
windshield washer fluid. Serious
injury or death could occur.
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Specifications, Consumer information48RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES I040000AMG-ECTo help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct
lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.*1Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*2Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel econo my by reducing
the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’s
time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.Lubricant Volume Classification
4.3 l (4.5 US qt.)
4.5 l (4.7 US qt.)
Manual transaxle fluid 1.75 l(1.85 US qt.) API Service GL-4 (SAE 75W-85, fill for-life)
Automatic transaxle fluid 7.8
l (8.2 US qt.)
DIAMOND ATF SP-III, SK ATF SP-III
9.5 l (10.0 US qt.)
Power steering 0.8 l (0.8 US qt.) PSF-4
6.4~6.9 l(6.8~7.3 US qt.) Mixture of antifreeze and water (Ethylene glycol
Coolant 8.2~8.3 l(8.7~8.8 US qt.) base coolant for aluminum radiator)
Brake/clutch fluid 0.9 l(1.0 US qt.) FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel 62 l (16.4 US gal.) -Engine oil *
1*2
(drain and refill) API Service SL or SM,
ILSAC GF-3 or above
2.4L
2.7L 2.4L
2.7L
2.4L
2.7L

Index2I
Air bag - supplemental restraint system ··················\
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Air cleaner ··················\
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Appearance care··················\
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Audio system ··················\
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Automatic climate control system ··················\
···············4-78
Automatic transaxle ··················\
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·5-10
Automatic transaxle fluid ··················\
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Battery··················\
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····7-27
Before driving ··················\
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Brake fluid ··················\
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Brake system··················\
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Bulb wattage ··················\
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Child restraint system ··················\
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Climate control air filter ··················\
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Cruise control system ··················\
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Defroster ··················\
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4-67Dimensions ··················\
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Door locks··················\
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Economical operation ··················\
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Emergency starting ··················\
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····6-4
Emission control system ··················\
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Engine compartment ··················\
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Engine coolant ··················\
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Engine number ··················\
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Engine oil ··················\
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Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ···············7-12
Fuel filler lid ··················\
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Fuel requirements ··················\
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Fuses ··················\
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Hazard warning flasher··················\
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Hood··················\
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How to use this manual ··················\
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If the engine overheats··················\
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If the engine will not start ··················\
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If you have a flat tire ··················\
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·6-7
In case of an emergency while driving··················\
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Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster ··················\
·1-6
Instrument cluster ··················\
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····4-42
Instrument panel overview ··················\
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Interior features··················\
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Interior light ··················\
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Interior overview ··················\
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Key ··················\
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Keys ··················\
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Lighting··················\
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··4-58
Maintenance services ··················\
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·7-4
Manual climate control system··················\
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··4-69
Manual transaxle··················\
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···4-32
Normal maintenance schedule ··················\
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Owner maintenance ··················\
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···7-5
Parking brake ··················\
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Power steering fluid ··················\
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·7-20
Recommended lubricants and capacities ··················\
·······8-4
Remote keyless entry ··················\
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·4-7
Road warning ··················\
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Seat belts ··················\
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3-15
Seats ··················\
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Special driving conditions ··················\
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Steering wheel···············\
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