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Maintenance Brake fluid
Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi
8. If the coolant level is low, add enough
specified coolant to provide protec
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tion against freezing and corrosion.
Bring the level to MAX, but do not
overfill.
If frequent additions are required, see an
authorized Kia dealer for a cooling sys
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tem inspection.
Changing the coolant
Have the coolant changed by an autho
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rized Kia dealer according to the Mainte
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nance Schedule, refer to "Scheduled
maintenance service" on page 8-8.
Put a thick cloth or fabric around the
engine coolant reservoir cap before
refilling the coolant to prevent the cool
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ant from overflowing into engine parts
such as the alternator.
Brake fluid
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 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 fluid, clean the area
around the reservoir cap thoroughly
to prevent brake fluid contamination.
2. Periodically check that the fluid level
in the brake 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 sys
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tem checked by an authorized Kia
dealer.
Use only the specified brake fluid. (Refer
to "Recommended lubricants and capac
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ities" on page 9-9.)
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.
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