Kia Optima: Brakes and Clutch

Changing Coolant

Change coolant according to the Scheduled Maintenance. Use only soft (de-mineralized) water in the coolant mixture. The engine in your vehicle has aluminum engine parts and must be protected ...

Checking Brake/Clutch Fluid Level

Check the fluid level in the reservoir periodically. The fluid level should be between MAX and MIN indicators on the side of the reservoir. Before removing the reservoir cap and adding brake flui ...

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Checking the 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/c ...

Transaxle Ranges
P (Park) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P. This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into ...

TCS ON/OFF MODE
In the TCS ON mode, the indicator in the instrument cluster will not be illuminated. The indicator will illuminate when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position, but should go off after 3 se ...