brake fluid KIA Carens 2012 2.G Owner's Guide

Maintenance
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WASHER FLUID
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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 necessary. Plain
water may be used if washer fluid is not
available. However, use washer solvent
with antifreeze characteristics in cold cli-
mates to prevent freezing.
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Checking the parking brake
Check whether the stroke is within spec-
ification when the parking brake pedal is
depressed with 20 kg (44 lb, 196 N) of
force. Also, the parking brake alone
should securely hold the vehicle on a fair-
ly steep grade. If the stroke is more or
less than specified, have the parking
brake adjusted by an Authorized Kia
Dealer.
Stroke : 88~98 mm (3.5~3.8 in)
WARNING - Coolant
Do not use radiator coolant or
antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windshield and may cause
loss of vehicle control or damage
to paint and body trim.
Windshield washer fluid agents contain some amounts of alcohol
and can be flammable under cer-
tain circumstances. Do not allow
sparks or flame to contact the
washer fluid or the washer fluid
reservoir. Damage to the vehicle
or occupants could occur.
Windshield washer fluid is poi- sonous to humans and animals.
Do not drink and avoid contacting
windshield washer fluid. Serious
injury or death could occur.
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PARKING BRAKE

Specifications & Consumer information
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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
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To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct
lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
*1Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*2Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel economy by reducing the amount of fuel nec-
essary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and
energy savings.
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3If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
Lubricant Volume Classification
2.4L Engine 4.3 l (4.54 US qt.)
2.7L Engine 4.5 l (4.76 US qt.)
2.4L Engine 7.8 l (8.24 US qt.)
Automatic transaxle fluid 2.7L Engine 9.5 l(10.04 US qt.)
Power steering 0.9 l (0.95 US qt.) PSF-4
Coolant 2.4L Engine 6.7 l
(7.08 US qt.) Mixture of antifreeze and water (Ethylene
2.7L Engine 8.4 l (8.88 US qt.) glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
Brake fluid 0.7~0.8
l
(0.7~0.8 US qt.) FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel 60 l (15.85 US gal.) -
Engine oil *1*2
(drain and refill)
recommended
(or equivalent) API Service SM*3or above,
ILSAC GF-4 or above
DIAMOND ATF SP-III, SK ATF SP-III