Kia Carens: Maintenance / Fuel Filter
Draining water from fuel filter
The fuel filter for diesel engine plays an important role of separating water
from fuel and accumulating the water in its bottom.
If water accumulates in the fuel filter, the warning light comes on when the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
If this warning light illuminates, we recommend that the system be serviced by
an authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION
If the water accumulated in the fuel filter is not drained at proper times,
damages to the major parts such as the fuel system can be caused by water permeation
in the fuel filter.
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
sh ...
Filter replacement
It must be replaced when necessary, and should not be washed.
You can clean the filter when inspecting the air cleaner element.
Clean the filter by using compressed air.
1. Loosen ...
Other information:
Never take the vehicle out of gear and coast down a hill. This is extremely
hazardous. Always leave the vehicle in gear.
Don't "ride" the brakes. This can cause them to overheat and malfunction.
Instead, when you are driving down a long hill, slow down and shift to a lower
gear. When you do ...
If you are considering towing with your vehicle, you should first check with
your country's Department of Motor Vehicles to determine their legal requirements.
Since laws vary the requirements for towing trailers, cars, or other types of
vehicles or apparatus may differ. We recommend that you ask ...