Kia Optima: 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 level should be between MAX and MIN indicators on the side of the reservoir.
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 or another competent repair center.
Use only the specified power steering fluid. (Refer to “Recommended Lubricants’’ later in this section.)
✽ NOTICE
To avoid damage to the power steering pump, do not operate the vehicle for prolonged periods with a low power steering fluid level.
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
shou ...
Manual Transaxle
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See also:
Power Brakes
Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal
usage.
In the event that the power-assisted brakes lose power because of a stalled engine
or some other reason, you ...
Keyless Entry System
You can also lock or unlock the door and open the trunk from outside with the
keyless transmitter.
• To lock the
door, press this button once. (Hazard flasher lights are turned on once for ...
Components and Components Location
Component Location
1. Power door mirror
2. Power door mirror switch
3. Power folding mirror switch
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