2015 KIA K900 maintenance

Maintenance
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POWER STEERING FLUID
Checking the power steering
fluid level
With the vehicle on level ground,
check the fluid level in the power
steering reservoir periodically. The
fluid should be between MAX and
MIN marks on the side of the gauge
at the normal temperature.
Before adding power steering fluid,
thoroughly clean the area around the
reservoir cap to prevent power steer-
ing fluid contamination.
If the level is low, add fluid to the
MAX level.In the event the power steering sys-
tem requires frequent addition of fluid,
the vehicle should be inspected by an
authorized Kia Premium dealer.
Too little fluid can result in increased
steering effort and/or noise from the
power steering system.
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NOTICE
Check that the fluid level is in the
"HOT" range on the gauge. If the
fluid is cold, check that it is in the
"COLD" range.
Use only the specified power steer-
ing fluid. (Refer to "Recommendedlubricants or capacities" in section8.)
Checking the power steering
hose
Check the connections for oil leaks,
damage and twists in the power
steering hose before driving.
Low power steering fluid
To avoid damage to the power steering pump, do not operate
the vehicle for prolonged peri-
ods with a low power steering
fluid level.
Never start the engine when the reservoir tank is empty.
When adding fluid, be careful that dirt does not get into the
tank.
The use of the non-specified fluid could reduce the effective-
ness of the power steering sys-
tem and cause damage to it.
CAUTION
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Maintenance
WASHER FLUID
Checking 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 neces-
sary. 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.
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.
WARNING
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Windshield fluid
Do not drink the windshield
washer fluid. The windshield
washer fluid is poisonous to
humans and animals.
WARNING
Flammable fluid
Do not allow the washer fluid to
come in contact with open
flames or sparks. The wind-
shield washer fluid is flamma-
ble under certain circum-
stances. This can result in a fire.
WARNING
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Maintenance
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AIR CLEANER
Filter replacement
It must be replaced when necessary,
and should not be washed.
You can clean the filter when inspect-
ing the air cleaner element.
Clean the filter by using compressed
air.
Main air cleaner
1.Lift the end of strip (1) up.
2.Press the fastener head with screwdriver and then pull the fastener
out.
3.Lift the rear portion of small service cover (2) up and then remove the
service cover. (A) : for assemble
(B) : for remove
4.Press the fastener head with screw
driver and then pull the fastener
out from main service cover (3).
5.Pull the main service cover over 7mm (0.28 in) to toward the front of
the vehicle.
6.Lift the main service cover up and then remove the main service
cover. Be careful not to damage
the holder under the main service
cover.
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■ Main air cleaner
■ Chamber air cleaner
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Maintenance
7.Loosen the air cleaner coverattaching clips and open the cover.
8.Wipe the inside of the air cleaner. 9.Replace the air cleaner filter.
10. Lock the cover with the cover
attaching clips.
Chamber air cleaner
1.Loosen the air cleaner coverattaching clips and open the cover.
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2.Replace the air cleaner filter afterpulling up the locking tab (1).
3.Lock the cover with the cover attaching clips. Replace the filter according to the
Maintenance Schedule.
If the vehicle is operated in extreme-
ly dusty or sandy areas, replace theelement more often than the usualrecommended intervals. (Refer to“Maintenance under severe usageconditions” in this section.)
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Do not drive with the air clean- er removed; this will result in
excessive engine wear.
When removing the air clean- er filter, be careful that dust or
dirt does not enter the air
intake, or damage may result.
Use a Kia genuine part. Use of non-genuine parts could dam-
age the air flow sensor.
CAUTION
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Maintenance
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER
Filter inspection
The climate control air filter should
be replaced every 24,000 km
(15,000 miles ). If the vehicle is oper-
ated in severely air-polluted cities or
on dusty rough roads for a long peri-
od, it should be inspected more fre-
quently and replaced earlier. When
you replace the climate control air fil-
ter, replace it performing the follow-
ing procedure, and be careful to
avoid damaging other components.
Filter replacement
1.With the glove box open, removethe stoppers on both sides to allow
the glove box to hang freely on the
hinges. 2.Open the glove box and remove
the support strap.
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3.Remove the climate control air fil-ter cover while pressing the lock on
the left side of the cover. 4.Replace the climate control air fil-
ter.
5.Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
✽ NOTICE
When replacing the climate control
air filter install it properly.
Otherwise, the system may produce
noise and the effectiveness of the fil-
ter may be reduced.
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Maintenance
WIPER BLADES
Blade inspection
✽NOTICE
Commercial hot waxes applied by
automatic car washes have been
known to make the windshield diffi-
cult to clean.
Contamination of either the wind-
shield or the wiper blades with for-
eign matter can reduce the effective-
ness of the windshield wipers.
Common sources of contamination
are insects, tree sap, and hot wax
treatments used by some commer-
cial car washes. If the blades are not
wiping properly, clean both the win-
dow and the blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse
thoroughly with clean water. Blade replacement
When the wipers no longer clean
adequately, the blades may be worn
or cracked, and require replacement.
The use of a non-specified wiper
blade could result in wiper malfunc-
tion and failure.
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Wiper Blades
To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents on or near them.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper
arms or other components, do
not attempt to move the wipers
manually.
CAUTION
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