Kia Optima: Maintenance / Parking brake

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Owner's Manual / Maintenance / Parking brake

Checking the parking brake

Check whether the stroke is within specification when the parking brake pedal is pressed with 30 kg (66 lb, 294 N) of force. 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 : 6~7 notch

Washer fluid

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 fluid if ...

Air cleaner

Filter replacement The air filter must be replaced when necessary, and should not be washed. While inspecting the air clear element, the air filter can be cleaned using compressed air. 1. Pul ...

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Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Owner's Manual: Selecting a Child Restraint System (CRS)

When selecting a CRS for your child, always: Make sure the CRS has a label certifying that it meets applicable Safety Standards of your country. Select a child restraint based on your child’s height and weight. The required label or the instructions for use typically provide this infor ...

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Service and Repair Manual: Battery

Description and operation Description 1. The CMF(Closed Maintenance Free) battery is, as the name implies, totally maintenance free and has no removable battery cell caps. 2. The CMF(Closed Maintenance Free) battery does not require water reple ...