Kia Carens: Maintenance / Washer fluid
Checking the washer fluid level
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Check the fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir and add fluid if necessary.
Plain water may be used if washer fluid is not available. However, use washer
solvent with antifreeze characteristics in cold climates to prevent freezing.
WARNING - Coolant
- Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid reservoir.
- Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed on the
windshield and may cause loss of vehicle control or damage to paint and body
trim.
- Windshield Washer fluid agents contain some amounts of alcohol and can
be flammable under certain circumstances. Do not allow sparks or flame to contact
the washer fluid or the washer fluid reservoir. Damage to the vehicle or occupants
could occur.
- Windshield washer fluid is poisonous to humans and animals. Do not drink
and avoid contacting windshield washer fluid. Serious injury or death could
occur.
Check the fluid level in the reservoir periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the side of the reservoir.
Before removing the reservoir cap and adding brake/clutch fluid ...
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
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Other information:
Valve Clearance Inspection
And Adjustment
Inspect and adjust the valve clearance when the engine is cold (Engine
coolant temperature : 20°C) and cylinder head is installed on the cylinder
block.
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Type A
1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the wiper blade assembly to expose the plastic
locking clip.
CAUTION
Do not allow the wiper arm to fall against the windshield, since it may chip
or crack the windshield.
2. Compress the clip and slide the blade assembly downward.
3. Lift it off the arm.
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