Kia Optima: Power Brakes
Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal usage.
In the event that the power-assisted brakes lose power because of a stalled engine or some other reason, you can still stop your vehicle by applying greater force to the brake pedal than you normally would. The stopping distance, however, will be longer. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled maintenance intervals.
When the engine is not running, the reserve brake power is partially depleted each time the brake pedal is applied. Do not pump the brake pedal when the power assist has been interrupted. Pump the brake pedal only when necessary to maintain steering control on slippery surfaces.
Brake System
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In the Event of Brake Failure
If the service brakes should fail to operate while the vehicle is in motion,
you can make an emergency stop with the parking brake. The stopping distance, however,
will be much greater than normal ...
See also:
Tire sidewall labeling
This information identifies and
describes the fundamental characteristics
of the tire and also provides
the tire identification number (TIN)
for safety standard certification. The
TIN ca ...
Jump starting procedure
1. Make sure the booster battery is 12-
volt and that its negative terminal is
grounded.
2. If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, do not allow the vehicles to
touch.
3. Turn off all ...
Troubleshooting
Water Pump
Symptoms
Possible Causes
Remedy
Coolant leakage
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From the bleed hole of
the water pump
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