Kia Sportage: 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 side of the reservoir at the normal temperature. Before adding power steering fluid, thoroughly clean the area around the reservoir cap to prevent power steering fluid contamination. If the level is low, add fluid to the MAX level. In the event the power steering system requires frequent addition of fluid, the vehicle should be inspected by an Authorized Kia Dealer.
NOTICE • To avoid damage to the power steering pump, do not operate the vehicle for prolonged periods with a low power steering fluid level. • Never start the engine when the reservoir tank is empty. • When adding fluid, be careful that dirt does not get into the tank. • Too little fluid can make the steering wheel heavier or strange noise can be generated. • The use of the non-specified fluid could reduce the effectiveness of the power steering wheel and cause damage to it.
Use only the specified power steering fluid. (Refer to "Recommended lubricants and capacities" in section 8.) Power steering hose Check the connections for oil leaks, severe damage and the twists in the power steering hose before driving.
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 ...
Automatic transaxle
Checking the automatic transaxle fluid level The automatic transaxle fluid level
should be checked regularly. Keep the vehicle on the level ground with the parking
brake applied and check the fl ...
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Handling of compact discs
● Use only the type of compact discs that have the mark shown in the illustration
below (playback of CD-R or CDRW discs may cause problems).
● The use of special shaped, damaged c ...
Maximum permissible gross vehicle weight rating
The specifications shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard in the
illustration are examples. The maximum permissible gross vehicle weight rating is
vehicle-specific and may differ fro ...
Light control switch
The light control switch only operates
when the ignition key is inserted into the
ignition switch.
Regardless of the position of the light
control switch, the illuminated lights are
turned of ...