Kia Stinger CK: Maintenance / Chassis

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual / Maintenance / Chassis

Contents:

Brake/Clutch Fluid

Repair procedures
Inspection

Check the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir. The level should be between “MIN” and “MAX” marks on the side of the reservoir.

Use only hydraulic brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification.

Check the brake system for any leakage if the fluid level is extremely low (lower than MIN).

Disc Brakes and Pads ➤

Drive Shafts and Boots

Repair procedures
Inspection
1.

Check the drive shaft boots for loose clamps, cracks, grease leaks, kinks or damage.

Parking Brake

Repair procedures
Inspection

Check whether the stroke is within specification when the parking brake pedal is depressed with 66 lb, 294 N(30 kg) of force. 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 : 6 - 7 notch

Steering Gear Rack, Linkage and Boots ➤

Suspension Ball Joints

Repair procedures
Inspection

Visually check to be sure that there are no flaws and cracks that may cause injury.

Suspension Mounting Bolts

Repair procedures
Inspection

Visually check for loose mounting bolts.

Tire (pressure & tread wear) ➤

Fluid (ATF)

Disc Brakes and Pads

Other information:

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Good braking practices

Check to be sure the parking brake is not engaged and the parking brake indicator light is out before driving away. Driving through water may get the brakes wet. They can also get wet when the vehicle is washed. Wet brakes can be dangerous! Your vehicle will not stop as quickly if the brakes are wet. Wet brakes may cause the vehicle to pull to one side.

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

ABS (or ESC) will not prevent accidents due to improper or dangerous driving maneuvers. Even though vehicle control is improved during emergency braking, always maintain a safe distance between you and objects ahead. Vehicle speeds should always be reduced during extreme road conditions. The vehicle should be driven at reduced speeds in the following circumstances: When driving on rough, gravel or snow-covered roads When driving on roads where the road surface is pitted or has different surface heights.

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