Maintenance
G030102AHM
G030103AHM
G030105AHM
While operating your vehicle:
At least monthly:
• Check the coolant level in the engine
coolant reservoir.
• Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
• Check the inflation pressures of all
tires including the spare.
At least once a year:
• Clean the body and door drain holes.
• Lubricate the door hinges and checks,
and hood hinges.
• Lubricate the door and hood locks and
latches.
•
Note any changes in the sound of the
exhaust or any smell of exhaust fumes
in the vehicle.
•
Check for vibrations in the steering
wheel. Notice any increased steering
effort or looseness in the steering
wheel, or change in its straight-ahead
position.
•
Lubricate the door rubber weather-
strips.
•
Check the air conditioning system.
•
•
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns
slightly or “pulls” to one side when trav-
eling on smooth, level road.
When stopping, listen and check for
unusual sounds, pulling to one side,
increased brake pedal travel or “hard-
to-push” brake pedal.
G030104AHM
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall):
• Check the power steering fluid level.
• Inspect and lubricate the automatic
transmission linkage and controls.
•
Check the radiator, heater and air con-
ditioning hoses for leaks or damage.
• Clean the battery and terminals.
•
Check the brake fluid level.
•
Check the windshield washer spray
and wiper operation. Clean the wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened with
washer fluid.
•
•
If any slipping or changes in the oper-
ation of your transmission occurs,
check the transmission fluid level.
Check the automatic transmission P
(Park) function.
•
•
Check the headlight alignment.
Check the muffler, exhaust pipes,
shields and clamps.
•
•
Check the parking brake.
•
•
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear
and function.
Check for worn tires and loose wheel
lug nuts.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle
(water dripping from the air condition-
ing system during or after use is nor-
mal).
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| Categories | Kia Borrego Manuals, Kia Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2008 |
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