Kia Soul: Brake fluid Inspection - Chassis - MaintenanceKia Soul: Brake fluid Inspection

Kia Soul 2014-2019 PS Service Manual / Maintenance / Chassis / Brake fluid Inspection

1.
Check the brake fluid level.
  
Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage painted surfaces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean water immediately.
  
If brake fluid level is lower than the MIN line, check the clutch line or brake line for leaks and inspect the disc brake pads. If necessary, refill the reservoir with brake fluid to the MAX line after repair or replacement. Use the specified fluid. Avoid mixing different brands of fluid.
Specified fluid: SAE J1703 (DOT 3 or DOT 4)
    Chassis
    ...

    Brake lines, hoses and connections Inspection
    Visually check for proper installation, chafing, cracks, deterioration and any leakage Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts immediately. ...

    See also:

    Components
    1. Parking brake lever 2. Parking brake cable 3. Equalizer assembly ...

    Rear Glass Defogger Printed Heater Repair procedures
    Inspection     Wrap tin foil around the end of the voltmeter test lead to prevent damaging the heater line. Apply finger pressure on the tin foil, moving the tin foil a ...

    Warning lights
    NOTICE Warning lights Make sure that all warning lights are OFF after starting the engine. If any light is still ON, this indicates a situation that needs attention. ...