Fuel Filter (For Diesel); Draining Water From The Fuel Filter - Kia Sportage Owner's Manual

Type B
Check the stroke of the parking brake by
counting the number of "clicks'' heard
whilst fully applying it from the released
position. Also, the parking brake alone
should securely hold the vehicle on a fair-
ly steep grade. If the stroke is more or
less than specified, have the parking
brake adjusted by an authorised KIA
dealer.
Stroke : 5~6 "clicks'' at a force of
20 kg (44 lbs, 196 N).

FUEL FILTER (FOR DIESEL)

Draining water from the fuel filter

The fuel filter for diesel engine plays an
important role of separating water from
fuel and accumulating the water in its
bottom.
If water accumulates in the fuel filter, the
warning light comes on when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
If this warning light illuminates,
take your car to an authorised
KIA dealer and have drain the
water and checked the system.
OSL050012/H
Maintenance
CAUTION
If the water accumulated in the fuel
filter is not drained at proper times,
damages to the major parts such as
the fuel system can be caused by
water permeation in the fuel filter.
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