Kia Rio: Maintenance / Parking brake

Kia Rio 2017-2025 YB Owners Manual / Maintenance / Parking brake

Checking the parking brake

Check the stroke of the parking brake by counting the number of “clicks’’ heard while fully applying it from the released position. Also, the parking brake alone should securely hold the vehicle on a fairly steep grade. If the stroke is more or less than specified, have the parking brake adjusted by an authorized Kia dealer.

Stroke : 5~7 “clicks’’ at a force of 20 kg (44 lbs, 196 N).

Washer fluid

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 ...

Air cleaner

Filter replacement It must be replaced when necessary, and should not be washed. You can clean the filter when inspecting the air cleaner compartment. Clean the filter by using compressed air. ...

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Kia Rio 2017-2025 YB Owners Manual: Wheel replacement, Tire traction, Tire maintenance

Wheel replacement When replacing the metal wheels for any reason, make sure the new wheels are equivalent to the original factory units in diameter, rim width and offset. A wheel that is not the correct size may adversely affect wheel and bearing life, braking and stopping abilities, handling ...

Kia Rio 2017-2025 YB Service Manual: Rear Wheel Guard

Repair procedures Replacement Put on gloves to protect your hands. • Use a plastic panel removal tool to remov ...