KIA Rio_Rio5 2007 User Manual

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Maintenance

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NOTICE

“COLD” scale is for reference only and

should NOT be used to determine

transaxle fluid level.

New automatic transaxle fluid should
be red. The red dye is added so the
assembly plant can identify it as auto-
matic transaxle fluid and distinguish it
from engine oil or antifreeze. The red
dye, which is not an indicator of fluid
quality, is not permanent. As the vehi-
cle is driven, the automatic transaxle
fluid will begin to look darker. The
color may eventually appear light
brown.

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NOTICE

Have an Authorized Kia dealer inspect

or change the automatic transaxle fluid

according to the Scheduled

Maintenance at the beginning of this

section.

Checking the washer fluid level

The reservoir is translucent so that you
can check the level with a quick visual
inspection.
Check the fluid level in the washer fluid
reservoir and add fluid if necessary. Plain
water may be used if washer fluid is not
available. However, use washer solvent
with antifreeze characteristics in cold cli-
mates to prevent freezing.

LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS

WARNING

- Coolant

• Do not use radiator coolant or

antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.

• Radiator coolant can severely

obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windshield and may cause
loss of vehicle control or damage
to paint and body trim.

• Windshield washer fluid agents

contain some amounts of alcohol
and can be flammable under cer-
tain circumstances. Do not allow
sparks or flame to contact the
washer fluid or the washer fluid
reservoir. Damage to the vehicle
or it's occupants could occur.

• Windshield washer fluid is poi-

sonous to humans and animals.
Do not drink and avoid contacting
windshield washer fluid. Serious
injury or death could occur.

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