
Maintenance
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Brake/clutch fluid
Brake/clutch fluid (if
equipped)
The brake fluid acts to transmit force to
the brake when the driver depresses the
brake pedal. Brake fluid must be main
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tained periodically to ensure that the
brakes operate smoothly.
Checking the brake/clutch fluid
level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the reservoir.
1. Before removing the reservoir cap
and adding brake/clutch fluid, clean
the area around the reservoir cap
thoroughly to prevent brake/clutch
fluid contamination.
CAUTION
Proper fluid
Only use brake/clutch fluid in the brake
system. Small amounts of improper flu
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ids can cause damage to the brake sys
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tem.
2. Periodically check that the fluid level
in the brake/clutch fluid reservoir is
between MIN and MAX. The level will
fall with accumulated mileage. This is
a normal condition associated with
the wear of the brake linings. If the
fluid level is excessively low, have the
brake system checked by an autho
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rized Kia dealer.
Use only the specified brake/clutch fluid.
(Refer to "Recommended lubricants and
capacities" on page 8-7.)
Never mix different types of fluid.
In the event the brake system requires
frequent additions of fluid, the vehicle
should be inspected by an authorized
Kia dealer.
When changing and adding brake/
clutch fluid, handle it carefully. Do not let
it come in contact with your eyes. If
brake/clutch fluid should come in con
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tact with your eyes, immediately flush
them with a large quantity of fresh tap
water. Have your eyes examined by a
doctor as soon as possible.
CAUTION
Brake/clutch fluid
Do not allow brake/clutch fluid to con
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tact the vehicle's body paint, as paint
damage will result.
Brake/clutch fluid, which has been
exposed to open air for an extended
time should never be used as its quality
cannot be guaranteed. It should be dis
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posed of properly.
CAUTION
To maintain your vehicle’s best brake
and ABS/ESC performance, use Kia gen
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uine brake fluid as in the specification.
(Classification : SAE J1704 DOT4 LV,
ISO4925 CLASS-6,FMVSS116 DOT-4)
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