Kia Forte: Maintenance / 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 : 5~7 “clicks’’ at a force of 20
kg, 196 N (44 lbs).
Checking the washer fluid
level
The reservoir is translucent so that
you can check the level with a quick
visual inspection.
Check the fluid level in the washer
fluid reservoir and add flu ...
Filter replacement
The air filter must be replaced when
necessary, and should not be
washed.
While inspecting the air cleaner compartment,
the air filter can be
cleaned using compressed ai ...
Other information:
When the “Check System” warning
message appears, the system is not
working properly. In this situation, take
your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer
and have the system checked.
WARNING
The Driver Attention Warning
system is not a substitute for
safe driving practices. It i ...
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Trunk lid trim
Repair procedures
Replacement
Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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