KIA Spectra_Spectra5 2006 User Manual

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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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