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:
Starter
Relay. Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Remove the fuse box cover.
2.
Remove the starter relay (A).
3.
Using an ohmmeter, check that there is continuit ...
Windshield wiper/washer
A : Wiper speed control
· MIST – Single wipe · OFF – Off · INT – Intermittent wipe AUTO – Auto
control wipe (if equipped) · LO – Low wiper speed · HI – High wiper speed
B : Intermittent or Auto ...
Towing
If the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service. Never
tow vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous. ...