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ENGINE CLUTCH ACTUATOR FLUID
Checking the engine clutch
actuator fluid level
In normal drivinþ conditions, the actua‐
tor ýluid level does not þo down rapidly.
However, oil consumption rate may rise
as vehicle mileaþe increases, and leak‐
aþe in actuator related parts may re‐
sult in increased consumption oý the
enþine clutch actuator oil. Reþularly
check and make sure the enþine clutch
actuator oil ýluid level is between MIN
and MAX marks.
Iý the oil level is below MIN mark, have
the vehicle checked by a proýessional
workshop. Kia recommends to visit an
authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
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 enþine clutch ac‐
tuator ýluid.
(Reýer to Recommended lubricants or
capacities. on paþe 10-13.)
Never mix diýýerent types oý ýluid.
WARNING
n Loss of engine clutch actuator
fluid
In the event the engine clutch actua‐
tor requires frequent additions of
fluid, have the system inspected by
a professional workshop. Kia recom‐
mends to visit an authorized Kia
dealer/service partner.
WARNING
n Engine clutch actuator fluid
When changing and adding engine
clutch actuator fluid, handle it care‐
fully. Do not let it come in contact
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with your eyes. If engine clutch ac‐
tuator fluid should come in contact
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
Do not allow engine clutch actuator
fluid to contact the vehicle's body
paint, as paint damage will result.
The engine clutch actuator 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 properly
disposed. Don't put in the wrong kind
of fluid. A few drops of mineral-
based oil, such as engine oil, in your
engine clutch actuator system can
damage engine clutch actuator sys‐
tem parts.
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Maintenance