Maintenance
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Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
Use only specified automatic trans
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mission fluid. (Refer to "Recom
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mended lubricants and capacities"
on page 9-9ä³–.)
Dual clutch transmission fluid (if
equipped)
Inspect the dual clutch transmission
fluid according to the maintenance
schedule.
Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installa
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tion, chafing, cracks, deterioration
and any leakage. Replace any dete
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riorated or damaged parts immedi
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ately.
Brake/Clutch fluid (if equipped)
Check the brake/clutch fluid level in
the brake/clutch fluid reservoir. The
level should be between ä³–MINä³— and
ä³–MAXä³— marks on the side of the res
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ervoir. Use only hydraulic brake/
clutch fluid conforming to DOT 3 or
DOT 4 specification.
Parking brake
Inspect the parking brake system
including the parking brake lever (or
pedal) and cables.
Brake discs, pads and calipers
Check the pads for excessive wear,
discs for run out and wear, and cali
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pers for fluid leakage.
For more information on checking
the pads or lining wear limit, we rec
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ommend to refer to the Kia web
site. (www.KIA-hotline.com)
Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections
for looseness or damage. Retighten
to the specified torque.
Steering gear box, linkage & boots/
lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine
off, check for excessive free-play in
the steering wheel.
Check the linkage for bends or dam
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age. Check the dust boots and ball
joints for deterioration, cracks, or
damage. Replace any damaged
parts.
Drive shafts and boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration, or
damage. Replace any damaged
parts and, if necessary, repack the
grease.
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