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: Front Lower Arm
Repair procedures
Removal
[2WD Lateral arm]
1.
Remove wheel nuts, front wheel and tire (A) from hub.
Tightening torque:
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb·ft)
Be careful not to damage the wheel bolts when removing the wheel
and tire (A).
Kia Stinger (CK) 2018-2023 Service Manual: Changing tires
1. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake firmly.
2. Place the transaxle shift lever in P (Park).
3. Activate the hazard warning flashers.
4. Remove the wheel lug nut wrench, jack and spare tire from the vehicle.
5. Block both the front and rear of the wheel that is diagonally opposite from
the jack position.
WARNING - Jack location
To reduce the possibility of injury, be sure to use only the jack provided
with the vehicle in the correct jack position; never use any other part of the vehicle
for jack support.