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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Replacement
1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported. 2. Remove wheel nuts, front wheel and tire from front hub. ...

Weight Classification System (WCS). Description and Operation
Description In contrast to the initial one-stage airbag systems, newer restraint systems involve complex logic to select, or alternatively suppress, various levels of safety system deployment. In ...

Balance Shaft & Oil Pump. Components and Components Location
Components   1. Balance shaft & oil pump assembly 2. Balance shaft chain tensioner 3. Balance shaft chain 4. Balance shaft chain sprocket 5. Balance shaft ...