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Maintenance

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POWER STEERING

Checking the power steering

fluid level

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.

If the level is low, add fluid to the

MAX level.

In the event the power steering sys-

tem requires frequent addition of

fluid, the vehicle should be inspected

by an Authorized Kia Dealer.

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NOTICE

• 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.

• 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.

Use only the specified power steer-

ing fluid. (Refer to "Recommended

Lubricants" later in this section.)

Power steering hose

Check the connections for oil leaks,

severe damage and the twists in the

power steering hose before driving.

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