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:
Remote engine start system (dealer option)
- Do not remote start a vehicle in
an enclosed environment (e.g., in
a closed garage). Prolonged operation
of a motor vehicle in an
enclosed environment can cause
a harmful build-up of C ...
Tires
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules
and treadwear.
■ Checking tires
1 New tread
2 Treadwear indicator
3 Worn tread
The location of treadwear
indicators is s ...
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded
To improve acceleration and gas mileage,
the air conditioner compressor is designed
to temporarily shut off during air conditioner
operation whenever the accelerator
is fully depressed such as ...
