brake fluid KIA Magnetis 2006 2.G Owner's Manual

MOVING UP A STEEP GRADE
FROM A STANDING STARTTo move up a steep grade from a
standing start, depress the brake pedal,
shift the shift lever to D (Drive). Select
the appropriate gear depending on load
weight and steepness of the grade, and
release the parking brake. Depress the
accelerator gradually while releasing the
service brakes.
When accelerating from a stop on a
steep hill, the vehicle may have a
tendency to roll backwards. Shifting
the shift lever into 2 (Second Gear)
while in Sports mode will help prevent
the vehicle from rolling backwards.
SHIFT LOCK SYSTEMFor your safety, the Automatic Transaxle
has a shift lock system which prevents
shifting the transaxle out of P (Park)
unless the brake pedal is depressed.
To shift the transaxle out of P (Park) ;
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine or turn the ignition
key to the ON position.
3. Depress the lock release button and
move the shift lever.
When the ignition switch is in the ACC
or LOCK position, the transaxle cannot
be shifted from P (Park).
If the brake pedal is repeatedly depressed
and released with the shift lever in the P
(Park) position, a chattering noise near
the shift lever may be heard.
This is a normal condition.
Note that the ignition key cannot be
removed unless the shift lever is in the P
(Park) position. If the ignition switch is
in any other position, the key cannot be
removed.
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CAUTION
 Shift into the “R” and “P” posi-
tion only when the vehicle has
completely stopped.
 Do not accelerate the engine in
reverse or any of the forward
positions with the brakes applied.
 Always apply the footbrake when
shifting from “P” or “N”, to “R”
or “D” position.
 Do not use the “P” (Park) posi-
tion in place of the parking
brake. Always set the parking
brake, shift the transaxle into
“P” (Park) position and turn off
the ignition when you leave the
vehicle, even momentarily.
Never leave the vehicle unat-
tended while the engine is run-
ning.
 Check the automatic transaxle
fluid level regularly, and add
fluid as necessary.
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ENGINE TEMPERATURE
GAUGEThis gauge shows the temperature of the
engine coolant when the ignition switch
is ON.
If the gauge pointer moves beyond the
normal range area toward the H position,
it indicates overheating that may damage
the engine.
Do not continue driving with an
overheated engine. If your vehicle
overheats, refer to “Overheating” in the
Index.
WARNINGS AND
INDICATORSWARNING LIGHTS/
AUDIBLE INDICATORSCHECKING OPERATIONAll the warning lights, except the brake
warning light, are checked by turning the
ignition switch ON (you do not need to
start the engine). Any light that does not
come ON should be checked by an
Authorized Kia Dealer.
If the brake system warning light does
not come ON when the ignition switch is
in the START position, have the system
checked by an Authorized Kia Dealer.
After starting the engine, check to make
sure that all warning lights are OFF. If
any are still ON, this indicates a situation
that needs attention. When releasing the
parking brake, the brake system warning
light should go OFF.
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE FLUID WARNINGPARKING BRAKE WARNINGThis light comes on when the parking
brake is applied with the ignition switch
in the START or ON position. The
warning light should go OFF when the
parking brake is released.LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
WARNINGIf the warning light remains ON when
the parking brake is released, it may
indicate that the brake fluid level in the
reservoir is low.
If the warning light remains ON:
1. Drive to the nearest safe location and
carefully stop your vehicle.
2. With the engine stopped, check the
brake fluid level immediately and
add fluid as required.
All brake components should also be
checked immediately for fluid leaks.
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DRIVING TIPS
5-4 Do not operate the vehicle when
there are signs of engine malfunction,
such as misfire or a noticeable loss of
performance.
 Do not misuse or abuse the engine.
Examples of misuse are coasting
with the ignition off and descending
steep grades in gear with the ignition
off.
 Do not operate the engine at high idle
speed for extended periods (5
minutes or more).
 Do not modify or tamper with any
part of the engine or emission control
system. All inspections and
adjustments must be made by a
qualified technician.
Failure to observe the above precautions
could result in damage to the catalytic
converter and to your vehicle and could
void your warranties.
BEFORE DRIVINGBefore entering vehicle:
 Be sure that all windows, outside
mirror(s), and outside lights are clean.
 Check the condition of the tires.
 Check under the vehicle for any sign
of leaks.
 Be sure there are no obstacles behind
you if you intend to back up.NECESSARY
INSPECTIONSFluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake/clutch fluid, and washer
fluid should be checked on a regular
basis, with the exact interval depending
on the fluid. Further details are provided
in Maintenance, Section 7.
BEFORE STARTING Close and lock all doors.
 Position the seat so that all controls
are easily reached.
 Adjust the inside and outside
rearview mirrors.
 Be sure that all lights work.
 Check all gauges.
 Check the operation of warning
lights when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position.
 Release the parking brake and make
sure the brake warning light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are
familiar with your vehicle and its
equipment.
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5-9
 If you believe you may have gottenyour brakes wet, apply them lightly
while driving until normal braking
operation returns.WINTER DRIVING We recommend that you carryemergency equipment. Some things
you might include are tire chains, a
window scraper, windshield de-icer,
a bag of sand or salt, flares, a small
shovel and jumper cables.
 Make sure you have sufficient ethylene glycol coolant in the
radiator.
 Check the battery condition and cables. Cold temperatures reduce the
capacity of any battery, so it must be
in top shape to provide enough
winter starting power.
 Make sure the engine oil viscosity is suitable for cold weather.
 Check the ignition system for loose connections and damage.  Use antifreeze-formulated windshield
washer fluid and make sure you have
sufficient fluid for your trip. (Do not
use engine coolant antifreeze.)
 Do not use the parking brake if it might freeze. This is most likely to
happen after driving in slushy or wet
conditions and temperatures drop into
the freezing range. When parking,
shift to P (Park) with automatic
transaxle, or to 1 (First) or R
(Reverse) with a manual transaxle
and block the rear wheels.
SNOW TIRESWhen snow tires are used, select the size
and construction specified on the Tire
Pressure Label. It is strongly
recommended that snow tires be used on
all four wheels, or poor handling may
result. Snow tires should not be operated
at speeds exceeding 120 km/h (75 mph).
These tires should be inflated 4 psi (28
kPa, 0.3 kg/cm
2) above the recommended pressures shown on the Tire
Specification/Pressure Label, but inflation
should never exceed the maximum cold-
tire pressure shown on the tire sidewalls.
Do not install studded tires without first
checking local, provincial and municipal
regulations for possible restrictions
against their use.
WARNING - Snow Tire
Size
Snow tires should be
equivalent in size and type to
the vehicle’s standard tires.
Otherwise, the safety and
handling of your vehicle may be
adversely affected.
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MAINTENANCE
7-1
MAINTENANCEMaintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3
Owner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8
Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10
Engine Oil and Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-12
Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-14
Brakes and Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-17
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-18
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-18
Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-19
Lubricants and Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-20
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-21
Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-22
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-23
Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-25
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-32
Lubricant Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-36
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-38
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-40
Headlight Aiming Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-42
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Chassis and BodyI: Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary, (1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual.
correct, clean, refill, adjust or replace.
R: Replace or change.
Kilometers or Time in Months, Whichever Comes First
km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Air conditioner compressor operation &
IIIII
refrigerant amount (if equipped)
Exhaust pipes, heat shield & mountingsIIII IIII
Front suspension ball jointsIIII
Brakes/clutch fluidIIIIIIIRIIIIIIIR
Front brake pads & discsIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Rear brake pads & discs/drumsIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Parking brakeII III II I
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
x 1,000
(1)
(3)
(3)
(3) More frequent maintenance is required if the vehicle is operated under any of the
following conditions.
a. Short-distance driving.
b. Driving on dusty roads.
c. Extensive idling or slow-speed driving in stop-and-go traffic.
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(4) If necessary, rotate and balance the wheels.
Chassis and Body(cont.)I : Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary, (1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual.
correct, clean, refill, adjust or replace.
R: Replace or change
Kilometers or Time in Months, Whichever Comes First
km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Brake lines & connections (including booster)IIIIIManual transaxle oil
IIIRIIIRIIIRIIIR
Clutch & brake pedal free playI IIIIIIIIII IIIII
Automatic transaxle fluid
I IIIIIRIIII IIRII
Chassis & underbody bolts & nuts
I IIIIIIIIII IIIII
Tire condition & inflation pressure
I IIIIIIIIII IIIII
Wheel alignmentInspect when abnormal condition noted
Tire rotationSteering operation & linkageI IIIIIIIIII IIIII
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
x 1,000
Rotate the tires every 12,000 km (1)
(1)
(4)
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MAINTENANCE
7-8OWNER MAINTENANCEOWNER MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULEA qualified service technician should
perform these vehicle inspections at the
indicated intervals to ensure safe and
dependable operation.
Bring any problem to the attention of an
Authorized Kia Dealer as soon as
possible.WHEN REFUELING, CHECK:• Engine oil level
• Engine coolant level
• Brake and clutch fluid level
• Washer fluid level
AT LEAST MONTHLY• Tire inflation pressuresEVERY 6 MONTHS, CHECK:• Power steering fluid level
• Automatic transaxle fluid level
You can do the following scheduled
maintenance items if you have some
mechanical ability, a few basic tools and
if you closely follow the directions in
this manual.OWNER MAINTENANCE
PRECAUTIONSImproper or incomplete service may
result in problems. This section gives
instructions only for the maintenance
items that are easy to perform.As explained earlier in this section, several
procedures can be done only by a qualified
service technician with special tools.
Improper owner maintenance during the
warranty period may affect warranty
coverage. For details, read the separate
Kia Warranty and Consumer Information
Manual provided with the vehicle. If
you’re unsure about any servicing or
maintenance procedure, have it done by
an Authorized Kia Dealer.
CAUTION
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level. The engine
compartment will be hot and you
could be burned.
WARNING - Maintenance
Work
Performing maintenance work
on a vehicle can be dangerous.
You can be seriously injured
while performing some
maintenance procedures. If you
lack sufficient knowledge,
experience or the proper tools
and equipment to do the work,
have it done by a qualified
technician.
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7-10ENGINE COMPARTMENT
MMSA7001
Air cleaner
Fuse box
Battery Battery
Windshield washer
fluid reservoir Power steering fluid
reservoirBrake fluid reservoir
Clutch fluid reservoir
Engine coolant reservoir Radiator cap Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil dipstick
2.4 liter DOHC Engine
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MMSA7002
2.7 liter DOHC Engine
Air cleaner
Fuse box
Battery
Windshield washer
fluid reservoir Power steering
fluid reservoirBrake fluid reservoir
Engine coolant reservoir Radiator cap Engine oil dipstick
Engine oil filler cap
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