Brake/Clutch Fluid; Checking The Brake Fluid Level; Brakes/Clutch Fluid - Kia CEED Owner's Manual

Maintenance

BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID

Checking the brake fluid level

Check the fluid level in the reservoir peri-
odically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the reservoir.
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Before removing the reservoir cap and
adding brake fluid, clean the area around
the reservoir cap thoroughly to prevent
brake fluid contamination.
If the level is low, add fluid to the MAX
level. The level will fall with accumulated
mileage. This is a normal condition asso-
ciated with the wear of the brake linings.
If the fluid level is excessively low, we
recommend that the system be checked
by an authorised Kia dealer.
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Use only the specified brake fluid. (Refer
to "Recommended lubricants and capac-
ities" in section 8.)
Never mix different types of fluid.
WARNING -
In the event the brake system
requires frequent additions of fluid,
we recommend that the system be
inspected by an authorised Kia
dealer.
When changing and adding brake
fluid, handle it carefully. Do not let it
come in contact with your eyes. If
brake fluid should come in contact
with your eyes, immediately flush
them with a large quantity of fresh
tap water. Have your eyes examined
by a doctor as soon as possible.
Do not allow brake fluid to contact
the vehicle's body paint, as paint
damage will result. Brake fluid,
which has been exposed to open air
for an extended time should never
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be used as its quality cannot be
fluid
guaranteed. It should be disposed
of properly. Don't put in the wrong
kind of fluid. A few drops of miner-
al-based oil, such as engine oil, in
your brake system can damage
brake system parts.
WARNING -
Brake fluid
CAUTION