Kia Stinger CK: 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) ➤

Other information:

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Basic Service Symbols

General information Basic Service Symbols There are five primary symbols used to complement illustrations. These symbols indicate the part to apply such materials during service. Symbol Meaning Do not reuse the part. Replace a new one. Apply engine oil or transmission oil to the part.

Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: 7. Uniform tire quality grading

Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: TREADWEAR 440 TRACTION A TEMPERATURE A Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one-and-ahalf times (1½) as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.

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