Kia Optima: 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 should securely hold the vehicle on a fairly steep grade. If the number of “clicks’’ is more or less than specified, have the parking brake adjusted by an authorized Kia dealer or another competent repair center.
Stroke:
5~9 “clicks’’ at a force of 44 lbs (196N).
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 ...
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 ...
See also:
Battery replacement
Type A
Type B
A battery should last for several years, but if the transmitter or smart key
is not working properly, try replacing the battery with a new one. If you are unsure
how to use or ...
CVVT & Camshaft Description and Operation
Description
Continuous Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) system advances or
retards the valve timing of the intake and exhaust valve in accordance
with the ECM control signal which is calculated by ...
Window opening and closing
Type A
The driver’s door has a master power window switch that controls all the windows
in the vehicle.
To open or close a window, press down or pull up the front portion of the corresponding
...