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:
Lumbar Support (Driver’s Seat Only)
You can adjust the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the
driver’s seatback. Pivoting the lever toward the front of the vehicle increases
the lumbar support. Pivoting the le ...
Remote keyless entry system operations
Type A
Type B
Lock (1)
All doors are locked if the lock button is pressed. If all doors (and trunk)
are closed, the hazard warning lights will blink once to indicate that all doors
(and tru ...
Disassembly
1.
Remove the snap ring (A).
2.
Remove the hub assembly from
the knuckle assembly.
(1)
Install the front knuckle
assembly (A) on press.
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