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Maintenance Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
listen carefully for any exhaust gas leak -
age. Tighten connections or replace
parts as necessary.
Brake discs, pads, and calipers
Check the pads for excessive wear, discs
for run out and wear, and calipers for
fluid leakage.
For more information on checking the
pads or lining wear limit, we recommend
to visit an authorised Kia dealer/service
partner.
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 off, check
for excessive free-play in the steering
wheel.
Check the linkage for bends or damage.
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 dam
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age. Replace any damaged parts and, if
necessary, repack the grease.
Air conditioning refrigerant
Check the air conditioning lines and con -
nections for leakage and damage.
Checking fluid levels
When checking engine oil, engine cool -
ant, brake/clutch fluid, and washer fluid,
always be sure to clean the area around
any filler plug, drain plug, or dipstick
before checking or draining any lubri
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cant or fluid. This is especially important
in dusty or sandy areas and when the
vehicle is used on unpaved roads. Clean
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ing the plug and dipstick areas will pre -
vent dirt and grit from entering the
engine and other mechanisms that
could be damaged.