Kia Rio: Maintenance / Parking brake

Kia Rio 2017-2024 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 2017-2024 YB Owners Manual: With central door lock switch (if equipped)

■ Driver's door ■ Passenger’s door Operate by pressing the central door lock switch. Press the switch to the “Lock” position (1), all vehicle doors will lock. Press the switch to the “Unlock” position (2), all vehicle doors will unlock. If the key is in the ignition switc ...

Kia Rio 2017-2024 YB Owners Manual: ABS & EBD System Warning Light

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light This warning light illuminates: Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position. - It illuminates for approximately 3 seconds and then goes off. When there is a malfunction with the ABS (The normal braking system w ...