Kia Optima: Parking brake
Type A
Type B
Checking the parking brake
Type A
Check whether the stroke is within specification when the parking brake pedal is depressed with 20 kg (44 lb, 196 N) of force. Also, the parking brake alone should securely hold the vehicle on a fairly steep grade.
If the stroke is more or less than specified, have the parking brake adjusted by an authorized Kia dealer.
Type B
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 fairly steep grade.
If the stroke is more or less than specified, have the parking brake adjusted by an authorized Kia dealer.
Stroke : 6~8 “clicks’’ at a force of 20 kg (44 lbs, 196 N).
Checking the washer fluid level
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 charac ...
Air cleaner
Filter replacement
It must be replaced when necessary, and
should not be washed.
You can clean the filter when inspecting
the air cleaner element.
Clean the filter by using compressed air. ...
See also:
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Change engine oil and filter according to the Scheduled Maintenance at the beginning
of this section.
WARNING - Engine Oil
Continuous contact with USED engine oil has caused skin cancer in la ...
Checking the engine oil level
2.4 engine
2.0 engine
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to reach
normal operating temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few
min ...
Disassembly
1.
Remove the alternator cover (A) using a screw driver
after loosening the nuts (B).
2.
Remove the slip ring guide (A) and then loosen the
...