Kia Optima: 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
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 ...
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 ...
Other information:
The mode selection button controls the direction of the air flow through the
ventilation system.
The air flow outlet port is converted as follows:
Refer to the illustration in the “Manual climate control system”.
Face-Level
Air flow is directed toward the upper body and face. Additio ...
Components and components location
Components Location
1. Temperature control actuator
[LH]
2. Temperature control actuator
[RH]
Description and operation
Description
The temperature control actuator is located at the heater unit. ...