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:
Repair procedures
Inspection
Manual Transaxle Oil Level Check
1.
Remove the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover")
2.
Remove the oil filler plug (A).
3.
Check the ...
Components and components location
Components
[Disc type - Couple Torsion Beam Axle]
1. Rear brake disc
2. Rear hub bearing
3. Dust cover
4. Extra bracket
[Disc type - Multi link]
1. Rear brake disc
2. ...