Kia Optima: Manual Transaxle

Power Steering

Checking the Power Steering Fluid Level With the vehicle on level ground, check the fluid level in the power steering reservoir periodically. The fluid level should be between MAX and MIN indicat ...

Checking the Manual Transaxle Oil Level

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. WARNING - Lifting Your Vehicle If you raise your vehicle, always ensure that it is supported at all four jacking or lift points for the vehicle. Do ...

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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 ...

Driving at Night
Because night driving presents many more hazards than driving in the daylight, here are some important tips to remember: Slow down and keep more distance between you and other vehicles, as it ma ...

System Circuit Diagram
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