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Maintenance

Normal State

In this manual: Maintenance
General Information — 8Maintenance — 27Engine Mechanical System — 47Engine Electrical System — 19Emission Control System — 12Engine Control System/Fuel System — 51Automatic Transmission System — 34All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System — 7Drive Shaft and Axle — 15Suspension System — 25Steering — 8Restraints — 19Brake System — 22Body (Interior and Exterior) — 47Front Seat Belt — 63Body Electrical System — 99Windshield Wiper/Washer — 11Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 32
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General Market

Standard Maintenance Schedule - Except Europe (Including Russia)

The following maintenance must be performed to ensure good emissions control and performance. Keep receipts for all vehicle emissions services to protect your warranty. Where mileage and time are listed, the maintenance interval is determined by whichever occurs first.

NO. ITEM NOTICE
*1 Engine Oil and Engine Oil Filter Check the engine oil level and for leaks every 500 km (350 miles) or before a long trip.
*2 Engine Oil and Engine Oil Filter
(Diesel Engine, Europe)

  • If the recommended oil is not available, replace the engine oil and engine oil filter every 20,000 km (13,000 miles) or 12 months.

  • Check and maintain the engine oil level regularly. Operating with insufficient oil may damage the engine, and such damage is not covered by the warranty.

  • This maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality. It applies only when certified fuel <"EN590 or equivalent"> is used. If the diesel fuel does not meet EN590 specifications, the vehicle must be serviced according to the severe maintenance schedule.
*3 Engine Coolant When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water suitable for your vehicle. Never mix hard water with the factory-filled coolant. An improper coolant mixture may cause serious malfunction or engine damage.
*4 Drive Belts (Engine)

  • Adjust the alternator, water pump and A/C drive belt. Inspect and repair or replace as necessary.

  • Inspect the drive belt tensioner, idler pulley and alternator pulley, and repair or replace as necessary.
*5 Valve Clearance Check for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. If so, have the system checked at a specialized workshop. Kia recommends visiting an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
*6 Spark Plug For your convenience, it may be replaced before its service life expires when you perform maintenance on other items.
*7 Differential Oil (Rear, Front) Replace the differential oil whenever the vehicle has been submerged in water.
*8 Differential Oil (Rear) - With LSD When replacing the LSD differential oil, use only the specified LSD oil.
*9 Fuel Additives (Gasoline) Kia recommends using unleaded gasoline with a RON (Research Octane Number) of 95 / AKI (Anti-Knock Index) of 91 or higher (for Europe), or RON 91 / AKI 87 or higher (except Europe).
For customers who do not regularly use good-quality gasoline, including fuel additives, and who experience starting problems or rough engine operation, add one bottle of fuel additive to the fuel tank every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) (for Australia and New Zealand) / 10,000 km (6,500 miles) (except Australia, New Zealand, China, Brazil) / 5,000 km (3,000 miles) (for China, Brazil). Additives can be purchased at a professional workshop together with information on how to use them. Kia recommends visiting an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. Do not mix other additives.
*10 Fuel Filter Cartridge (Diesel) This maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality. It applies only when qualified fuel <"EN590 or equivalent"> is used. If the diesel fuel does not meet the EN590 standard, it must be replaced more often. If any important safety issues occur, such as restricted fuel flow, surging, loss of power, starting problems, etc., replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of the maintenance schedule and contact a professional workshop for more details. Kia recommends contacting an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

MAINTENANCE
ITEM		 MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS		 NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - EXCEPT EUROPE (INCLUDING RUSSIA)
Number of months or driving distance, whichever occurs first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Miles × 1000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
km × 1000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
Engine Oil and Engine Oil Filter *1, *2 Gasoline Theta II 2 L T-GDI Except China Replace every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months.
For China Replace every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months.
Gasoline Lambda II 3.3 L T-GDI Except China Replace every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months.
For China Replace every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months.
Diesel R 2.2 L 2WD For Russia, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa Replace every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 months.
Except Russia, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa Replace every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months.
Engine Oil and Engine Oil Filter *1, *2 Diesel R 2.2 L AWD For Russia, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa Replace every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 months.
Except Russia, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa Replace every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months.
Engine Coolant *3 Gasoline, Diesel First replace at 210,000 km (140,000 miles) or 120 months.
Thereafter, replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months.
Drive Belts (Engine) *4 Gasoline - I - I - I - I
Diesel For Russia, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa - - - I - I - I
Except Russia, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa - - - I - I - I
Valve Clearance *5 Gasoline Theta II 2 L T-GDI - - - - - I - -
Gasoline Lambda II 3.3 L T-GDI - - - - - I - -
Vacuum Hoses and Crankcase Ventilation Hoses Gasoline - I - I - I - I
Spark Plugs *6 Gasoline Theta II 2 L T-GDI Replace every 70,000 km (45,500 miles)
Gasoline Lambda II 3.3 L T-GDI Replace every 70,000 km (45,500 miles)
Automatic Transmission Fluid Gasoline, Diesel No inspection, no service
Drive Shaft and Boots Gasoline, Diesel - I - I - I - I
Propeller Shaft Gasoline, Diesel - I - I - I - I
Differential Oil (Rear) *7, *8 Gasoline, Diesel Without LSD - - - I - - - I
With LSD - - - R - - - R
Differential Oil (Front) (AWD) *7 Gasoline, Diesel - - - I - - - I
Transfer Case Oil (AWD) Gasoline, Diesel No inspection, no service
Fuel Additives (Gasoline) *9 Gasoline For Australia and New Zealand Add every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 months
Except Australia, New Zealand, China, Brazil Add every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 6 months
For China, Brazil Add every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months
Fuel filter (gasoline) Gasoline For China, Brazil - I - R - I - R
Fuel Lines, Hoses and Connections Gasoline - - - I - - - I
Diesel - I - I - I - I
Fuel tank air filter (gasoline) Gasoline Except China - I - R - I - R
For China I I R I I R I I
Fuel tank vapor hose and cap (gasoline) Gasoline - - - I - - - I
Fuel tank cap (Diesel) Diesel - - - I - - - I
Fuel Filter Cartridge (Diesel) *10 Diesel - I - R - I - R
Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline, Diesel Except China, India, Middle East I I R I I R I I
For China, India, Middle East R R R R R R R R
Intercooler, Intake/Outlet Hose, Air Intake Hose Gasoline Theta II 2 L T-GDI Inspect every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months
Gasoline Lambda II 3.3 L T-GDI Inspect every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months
Exhaust System Gasoline, Diesel - I - I - I - I
Cooling System Gasoline, Diesel - - - I - I - I
A/C compressor/refrigerant Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Climate Control Air Filter Gasoline, Diesel Except Australia and New Zealand R R R R R R R R
For Australia and New Zealand I R I R I R I R
Brake discs and pads Gasoline, Diesel - I - I - I - I
Brake Lines, Hoses and Connections Gasoline, Diesel - I - I - I - I
Brake fluid Gasoline, Diesel I R I R I R I R
Parking Brake (Foot Type) Gasoline, Diesel - I - I - I - I
Steering Gear Box, Linkage and Boots Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Suspension ball joints Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Tire (Pressure and Tread Wear) Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Battery condition (12 V) Gasoline, Diesel Except Middle East - I - I - I - I
For Middle East Inspect every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 6 months

I: Inspect and adjust, correct, clean, or replace if necessary.

R: Replace or change.

European market

Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Europe (Except Russia)

The following maintenance must be performed to ensure good emissions control and performance. Keep receipts for all vehicle emissions services to protect your warranty. Where mileage and time are listed, the maintenance interval is determined by whichever occurs first.

NO. ITEM NOTICE
*1 Engine Oil and Engine Oil Filter Check the engine oil level and for leaks every 500 km (350 miles) or before a long trip.
*2 Engine Oil and Engine Oil Filter
(Diesel Engine, Europe)

  • If the recommended oil is not available, replace the engine oil and engine oil filter every 20,000 km (13,000 miles) or 12 months.

  • Check and maintain the engine oil level regularly. Operating with insufficient oil may damage the engine, and such damage is not covered by the warranty.

  • This maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality. It applies only when certified fuel <"EN590 or equivalent"> is used. If the diesel fuel does not meet EN590 specifications, the vehicle must be serviced according to the severe maintenance schedule.
*3 Engine Coolant When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water suitable for your vehicle. Never mix hard water with the factory-filled coolant. An improper coolant mixture may cause serious malfunction or engine damage.
*4 Drive Belts (Engine)

  • Adjust the alternator, water pump and A/C drive belt. Inspect and repair or replace as necessary.

  • Inspect the drive belt tensioner, idler pulley and alternator pulley, and repair or replace as necessary.
*5 Valve Clearance Check for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. If so, have the system checked at a specialized workshop. Kia recommends visiting an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
*6 Spark Plug For your convenience, it may be replaced before its service life expires when you perform maintenance on other items.
*7 Differential Oil (Rear, Front) Replace the differential oil whenever the vehicle has been submerged in water.
*8 Differential Oil (Rear) - With LSD When replacing the LSD differential oil, use only the specified LSD oil.
*9 Fuel Additives (Gasoline) Kia recommends using unleaded gasoline with a RON (Research Octane Number) of 95 / AKI (Anti-Knock Index) of 91 or higher (for Europe), or RON 91 / AKI 87 or higher (except Europe).
For customers who do not regularly use good-quality gasoline, including fuel additives, and who experience starting problems or rough engine operation, add one bottle of fuel additive to the fuel tank every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) (for Australia and New Zealand) / 10,000 km (6,500 miles) (except Australia, New Zealand, China, Brazil) / 5,000 km (3,000 miles) (for China, Brazil). Additives can be purchased at a professional workshop together with information on how to use them. Kia recommends visiting an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. Do not mix other additives.
*10 Fuel Filter Cartridge (Diesel) This maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality. It applies only when qualified fuel <"EN590 or equivalent"> is used. If the diesel fuel does not meet the EN590 standard, it must be replaced more often. If any important safety issues occur, such as restricted fuel flow, surging, loss of power, starting problems, etc., replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of the maintenance schedule and contact a professional workshop for more details. Kia recommends contacting an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

MAINTENANCE
ITEM		 MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS		 Standard maintenance schedule — for Europe (except Russia)
Number of months or driving distance, whichever occurs first
Months 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192
Miles × 1000 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
km × 1000 30 60 90 120 150 180 210 240
Engine Oil and Engine Oil Filter *1, *2 Gasoline Theta II 2 L T-GDI Replace every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months.
Gasoline Lambda II 3.3 L T-GDI Replace every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months.
Diesel R 2.2 L 2WD Replace every 20,000 km (13,000 miles) or 12 months.
Diesel R 2.2 L AWD R R R R R R R R
Engine Coolant *3 Gasoline, Diesel First replace at 210,000 km (140,000 miles) or 120 months.
Thereafter, replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months.
Drive Belts (Engine) *4 Gasoline - - I I I I I I
Diesel - I I I I I I I
Valve Clearance *5 Gasoline Theta II 2 L T-GDI - - I - - I - -
Gasoline Lambda II 3.3 L T-GDI - - I - - I - -
Vacuum Hoses and Crankcase Ventilation Hoses Gasoline I I I I I I I I
Spark Plugs *6 Gasoline Theta II 2 L T-GDI Replace every 70,000 km (45,500 miles)
Gasoline Lambda II 3.3 L T-GDI Replace every 70,000 km (45,500 miles)
Automatic Transmission Fluid Gasoline, Diesel No inspection, no service
Drive Shaft and Boots Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Propeller Shaft Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Differential Oil (Rear) *7, *8 Gasoline, Diesel Without LSD - I - I - I - I
With LSD - R - R - R - R
Differential Oil (Front) (AWD) *7 Gasoline, Diesel - I - I - I - I
Transfer Case Oil (AWD) Gasoline, Diesel No inspection, no service
Fuel Additives (Gasoline) *9 Gasoline Add every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months
Fuel Lines, Hoses and Connections Gasoline - I - I - I - I
Diesel I I I I I I I I
Fuel tank air filter (gasoline) Gasoline - I - I - I - I
Fuel tank vapor hose and cap (gasoline) Gasoline - I - I - I - I
Fuel tank cap (Diesel) Diesel - I - I - I - I
Fuel Filter Cartridge (Diesel) *10 Diesel I R I R I R I R
Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline, Diesel I R I R I R I R
Intercooler, Intake/Outlet Hose, Air Intake Hose Gasoline Theta II 2 L T-GDI Inspect every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months
Gasoline Lambda II 3.3 L T-GDI Inspect every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months
Exhaust System Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Cooling System Gasoline, Diesel - I I I I I I I
A/C compressor/refrigerant Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Climate Control Air Filter Gasoline, Diesel R R R R R R R R
Brake discs and pads Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Brake Lines, Hoses and Connections Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Brake fluid Gasoline, Diesel R R R R R R R R
Parking Brake (Foot Type) Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Steering Gear Box, Linkage and Boots Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Suspension ball joints Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Tire (Pressure and Tread Wear) Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I
Battery condition (12 V) Gasoline, Diesel I I I I I I I I

I: Inspect and adjust, correct, clean, or replace if necessary.

R: Replace or change.

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