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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).
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Check the drive shaft boots for loose clamps, cracks, grease leaks, kinks or damage.
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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.
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Stroke : 6 - 7 notch |
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Visually check to be sure that there are no flaws and cracks that may cause injury.
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Visually check for loose mounting bolts.
Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Hood
Opening the hood 1. Pull the release lever to unlatch the hood. The hood should pop open slightly. Only open the hood with the vehicle on a flat surface, engine is turned off, shift lever placed in P (Park) position and setting the parking brake. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the hood slightly, push the secondary latch (1) left side of the hood center and lift the hood (2).Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Air Cleaner Filter
Repair procedures Inspection 1. Remove the air cleaner element. 2. Check that the air filter is excessively dirty. If the air filter is excessively dirty, replace the air cleaner element. 3. If the air cleaner element needs to be cleaned, blow compressed air as shown in the illustration to clean it.