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Maintenance
10
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Check automatic transaxle / dual
clutch transmission P (Park) func- tion.
Check parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flash-
ers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tyres including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
Check radiator, heater and air con- ditioning hoses for leaks or dam-
age.
Check windscreen washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened
with washer fluid.
Check headlight alignment.
Check muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
Check for worn tyres and loose wheel lug nuts.
At least once a year :
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and checks,and bonnet hinges.
Lubricate door and bonnet locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weather- strips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle / dual clutch transmission
linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake (and clutch) fluid level.
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837
Maintenance
Changing the coolant
We recommend that the coolant be
replaced by an authorised Kia dealer.
CAUTION
Put a thick cloth or fabricaround the radiator cap beforerefilling the coolant in order to prevent the coolant from over-flowing into engine parts suchas generator.
WARNING - Coolant
Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when
sprayed on the windscreen
and may cause loss of vehicle
control or damage to paint
and body trim.
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839
Maintenance
WASHER FLUID
Checking the washer fluid
level
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 char-
acteristics in cold climates to preventfreezing. Checking the parking brake
Check the stroke of the parking
brake by counting the number of
“clicks’’ heard whilst fully applying it
from the released position. Also, the
parking brake alone should securely
hold the vehicle on a fairly steep
grade. If the stroke is more or less
than specified, we recommend that
the system be serviced by an autho-
rised Kia dealer.
Stroke : 5~7 “clicks’’ at a force of
20 kg (44 lbs, 196 N).
ORP072009
WARNING - Coolant
Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when
sprayed on the windscreen
and may cause loss of vehicle
control or damage to paint
and body trim.
Windscreen Washer fluid agents contain some amountsof alcohol and can be flamma-
ble under certain circum-
stances. Do not allow sparksor flame to contact the washerfluid or the washer fluid reser-
voir. Damage to the vehicle or
occupants could occur.
Windscreen washer fluid is poisonous to humans and
animals. Do not drink and
avoid contacting windscreen
washer fluid. Serious injury or
death could occur.
PARKING BRAKE
- HAND TYPE
ORP056024R
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Index
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TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System)
malfunction indicator ................................................7-12
Tyre specification and pressure label ............................9-12
Tyres and wheels..............................................................9-6
Tyres and wheels............................................................8-52 Checking tyre inflation pressure ................................8-53
Low aspect ratio tyre ..................................................8-62
Recommended cold tyre inflation pressures ..............8-52
Tyre care......................................................................8-52
Tyre maintenance ......................................................8-57
Tyre replacement ........................................................8-56
Tyre rotation ..............................................................8-54
Tyre sidewall labeling ................................................8-58
Tyre traction ................................................................8-57
Wheel alignment and tyre balance ..........................8-55
Wheel replacement ....................................................8-57
Vehicle break-in process ..................................................1-7
Vehicle certification label ..............................................9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ............................9-11
Vehicle weight ............................................................6-113
Warning and indicator lights..........................................4-81 Indicator Lights ..........................................................4-91 Warning lights ............................................................4-81
Washer fluid ..................................................................8-39 Checking the washer fluid level ..............................8-39
Welcome system ..........................................................4-137 Headlamp welcome ..................................................4-137
Interior light ............................................................4-137
Puddle lamp ..............................................................4-137
Windows ........................................................................4-33 Power windows ..........................................................4-34
Windscreen defrosting and defogging ......................4-163 Automatic climate control system ............................4-164
Manual climate control system ................................4-163
Winter driving ................................................................6-96 Carry emergency equipment ......................................6-99
Change to "winter weight" oil if necessary ................6-98
Check battery and cables ............................................6-98
Check spark plugs and ignition system ......................6-98
Don't let ice and snow accumulate underneath ..........6-99
Don't let your parking brake freeze ............................6-99
Snowy or Icy conditions ............................................6-96
To keep locks from freezing ......................................6-99
Use approved window washer anti-freeze in system..6-99
Use high quality ethylene glycol coolant ..................6-98
Wiper blades ..................................................................8-44 Blade inspection ..........................................................8-44
Blade replacement ....................................................8-44
Wipers and washers ....................................................4-126 Rear window wiper and washer switch ..................4-133
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