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BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
Checkinþ the brake/clutch ýluid
level
Check the ýluid level in the reservoir pe‐
riodically. The ýluid level should be be‐
tween MAX and MIN marks on the side
oý the reservoir.
Beýore removinþ the reservoir cap and
addinþ brake/clutch ýluid, clean the area
around the reservoir cap thorouþhly to
prevent brake/clutch ýluid contamina‐
tion.
Iý the level is low, add ýluid to the MAX
level. The level will ýall with accumula‐
ted mileaþe. This is a normal condition
associated with the wear oý the brake
lininþs.
Iý the ýluid level is excessively low, have
the system checked by a proýessional
workshop. Kia recommends to visit an
authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Use only the speciýied brake ýluid. (Re‐
ýer to Recommended lubricants or ca‐
pacities on paþe 9-11.)
Never mix diýýerent types oý ýluid.
WARNING
n Loss oý brake/clutch ýluid
In the event the brake/clutch system
requires ýrequent additions oý ýluid,
have the system Inspected by a pro‐
ýessional workshop. Kia recommends
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to visit an authorized Kia dealer/
service partner.
WARNING
n Brake / clutch ýluid
When chanþinþ and addinþ brake/
clutch ýluid, handle it careýully. Do
not let it come in contact with your
eyes. Iý brake/clutch ýluid should
come in contact with your eyes, im‐
mediately ýlush them with a larþe
quantity oý ýresh tap water. Have
your eyes examined by a doctor as
soon as possible.
CAUTION
Do not allow brake/clutch ýluid to
contact the vehicle's body paint, as
paint damaþe will result. Brake/
clutch ýluid, which has been exposed
to open air ýor an extended time
should never be used as its quality
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Maintenance
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