Kia Optima: 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 indicators on the side of the reservoir.
If the level is low, add fluid to the MAX level.
In the event the power steering system requires frequent addition of fluid, the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized Kia dealer or another competent repair center.
Use only the specified power steering fluid. (Refer to “Recommended Lubricants’’ later in this section.)
✽ NOTICE
To avoid damage to the power steering pump, do not operate the vehicle for prolonged periods with a low power steering fluid level.
Parking Brake
Checking the Parking Brake
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
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Manual Transaxle
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See also:
Suspension System. Tires/Wheels. Tire. Repair procedures
Tire wear
1.
Measure the tread depth of the
tires.
Tread depth [limit] : 1.6
mm (0.063 in.)
2.
If the remaining tread depth
(A) is less ...
Good braking practices
WARNING
Whenever you leave or park your vehicle, always set the parking brake
as far as possible and fully engage the vehicle's transaxle into the P (Park)
position. If the parking brak ...
Passenger Airbag (PAB) Module. Description and Operation
Description
The passenger airbag (PAB) is installed inside the crash pad and protects the front
passenger in the event of a frontal crash. The SRSCM determines if and when to deploy
the PAB.
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