Maintenance
POWER STEERING
In the event the power steering sys- Power steering hose
tem requires frequent addition of
fluid, the vehicle should be inspected
by an Authorized Kia Dealer.
Check the connections for oil leaks,
severe damage and the twists in the
power steering hose before driving.
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✽ NOTICE
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To avoid damage to the power
steering pump, do not operate the
vehicle for prolonged periods with
a low power steering fluid level.
• Never start the engine when the
reservoir tank is empty.
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Checking the power steering
fluid level
When adding fluid, be careful that
dirt does not get into the tank.
Too little fluid can make the steer-
ing wheel heavier or strange noise
can be generated.
The use of the non-specified fluid
could reduce the effectiveness of
the power steering wheel and
cause damage to it.
•
With the vehicle on level ground,
check the fluid level in the power
steering reservoir periodically. The
fluid should be between MAX and
MIN marks on the side of the reser-
voir at the normal temperature.
Before adding power steering fluid,
thoroughly clean the area around the
reservoir cap to prevent power steer-
ing fluid contamination.
•
Use only the specified power steering
fluid. (Refer to "Recommended lubri-
cants and capacities" in section 8.)
If the level is low, add fluid to the
MAX level.
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| Model Year | 2009 |
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