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 ...
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Rear seat head restraints
WARNING
For safety reasons, always drive with the rear head restraints in the upright
position when the rear seats are occupied.
Keep the area around head restraints clear of articles (e.g. c ...
Power windows
Driver's door control panel
1 Switch for power child safety locks* and
disengaging rear power window buttons,
see page 52
2 Rear window controls
3 Front window controls.
WARNING
• Always ...
Washing
Hand washing or an automatic car wash with a soft cloth
system is preferred.
CAUTION!
Avoid pointing a high-pressure hand held spray
wand directly at the sides of the top, as this can
damage ...
