Kia Optima: Brake/clutch fluid

Changing the coolant

Have the coolant changed by an authorized Kia dealer according to the Maintenance Schedule at the beginning of this section. CAUTION Put a thick cloth or fabric around the radiator cap befo ...

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 ...

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Replacement
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station. 3. Disconnect the A/C pressure transduc ...

Removal
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the front bumper.(Refer to the BD group - "Front bumper") 3. Loosening the he ...

Smooth cornering
Avoid braking or gear changing in corners, especially when roads are wet. Ideally, corners should always be taken under gentle acceleration. If you follow these suggestions, tire wear will be he ...