Maintenance
Washer fluid
Washer fluid
WARNING
Checking the washer fluid level
Parking brake
To avoid sudden movement of the vehi-
(Petrol) 1.0 MPI/1.0 FFV/1.2 MPI
cle, apply the parking brake and depress
the brake pedal before moving the shift
lever.
NOTICE
The “COLD” range is for reference only
and should NOT be used to determine
the transmission fluid level.
NOTICE
New automatic transmission fluid should
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be red. The red dye is added so the
Smartstream G1.0/Smartstream G1.2
assembly plant can identify it as auto-
matic transmission fluid and distinguish
it from engine oil or antifreeze. The red
dye, which is not an indicator of fluid
quality, is not permanent. As the vehicle
is driven, the automatic transmission
fluid will begin to look darker. The colour
may eventually appear light brown.
Use only the specified automatic trans-
mission fluid. (Refer to "Recommended
lubricants and capacities" on page 9-9.)
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Changing the automatic trans-
The reservoir is translucent so that you
mission fluid
can check the level with a quick visual
Have the automatic transmission fluid
inspection.
changed by a professional workshop
Check the fluid level in the washer fluid
according to the maintenance schedule.
reservoir and add fluid if necessary.
Kia recommends to visit an authorised
Plain water may be used if washer fluid
Kia dealer/service partner.
is not available. However, use washer
solvent with antifreeze characteristics in
cold climates to prevent freezing.
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