Kia Sportage: 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 stroke is more or less than specified, have the parking brake adjusted by an Authorized Kia Dealer. Stroke : 7~8 “clicks’’ at a force of 20 kg (44 lbs, 196 N).
Brakes and clutch
Checking 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.
Before removing the reser ...
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 should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the ...
See also:
Emergency call
Important safety notes
A license agreement must exist in order to activate the mbrace service. Ensure
that your system is activated and ready for use, and press the
MB Info call button to regi ...
Vehicle identification number
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the
left front corner of the instrument panel. The VIN is
visible from outside of the vehicle through the windshield.
This number also is stam ...
TOW/HAUL
To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheating,
press the TOW/HAUL button when driving in hilly
areas or select the 2 range on more severe grades. Refer
to “Automatic Transmissionâ ...
