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: Sunshade, Resetting the sunroof

Sunshade When opening the sunroof, the sunshade will also open. Once the sunroof is closed, the sunshade can be manually closed. Resetting the sunroof Whenever the vehicle battery is disconnected or discharged, or related fuse is blown, you must reset your sunroof system as follows: 1.The ...

Kia Rio 2017-2025 YB Service Manual: Rear Suspension System

Components and components location Components [Drum Type] 1. Torsion beam axle 2. Rear spring 3. Rear drum brake disc [Disc Type] 1. Torsion beam axle 2. Rear spring 3. Rear brake disc ...