Kia Stinger CK: Maintenance / Chassis
Contents:
Brake/Clutch Fluid
Repair procedures
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).
Drive Shafts and Boots
Repair procedures
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Check the drive shaft boots for loose clamps, cracks, grease leaks, kinks
or damage.

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Parking Brake
Repair procedures
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.
Suspension Ball Joints
Repair procedures
Visually check to be sure that there are no flaws and cracks that may cause injury.
Suspension Mounting Bolts
Repair procedures
Visually check for loose mounting bolts.
Other information:
Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Headlamp (Low/High beam) bulb replacement (Headlamp Type A)
■ Head lamp - Type A
1. Remove the service cover clip on the wheel housing.
2. Remove the headlamp bulb cover by turning it counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the headlamp bulb socket-connector.
4. Remove the bulb-socket from the headlamp assembly by turning the bulb-socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb-socket align with the slots on the headlamp
assembly.
Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Emergency towing
■ Front
■ Rear
If towing is necessary, have it done by an authorized Kia dealer or a commercial
tow truck service.
If towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily
towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing hook under the front
(or rear) of the vehicle. Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.