Maintenance Schedule

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Emission Control System

Système antipollution

Chassis and Body

Châssis et carrosserie

*: if equipped

Chassis and Body

Châssis et carrosserie

*: if equipped

Table Symbols:

I - Inspect the components and related parts; if necessary, correct, clean, fill, adjust or replace.

R - Replace or change L - Lubricate.

  1. See the specifications for lubricants and coolant in the Owner's Manual.
  2. More frequent maintenance is required when driving in dusty conditions.
  3. More frequent maintenance is required if the vehicle is used under any of the following conditions:
  4. Driving short distances.
  5. Driving on dusty roads.
  6. Excessive idling, low-speed driving in stop-and-go traffic.
  7. Rotate and balance the tires if necessary.
  8. If higher-grade detergent gasoline is not available, it is recommended to add one bottle of fuel additive to the fuel tank every 12,000 km or at every oil change. Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer, along with usage information. Do not mix different types of additives.

* Note: Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.

SEVERE SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (T-GDI ENGINE)

The following items must be serviced more often under severe service conditions. Refer to the following table for the appropriate service interval.

R: Replace

ITEM

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

SERVICE CONDITIONS

Engine oil and oil filter R Every 5,000 km or 3 months A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
Spark plugs R More frequent B, H

SEVERE SERVICE CONDITIONS

A - Repeated short trips of less than 8 km (5 miles) in normal temperatures or less than 16 km (10 miles) in cold weather. B - Excessive idling or low-speed driving over long distances. C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, gravel or salted roads.

D - Driving in areas where salt or corrosive materials are used, or in very cold weather E - Driving in sandy areas F - Driving in heavy traffic above 32°C (90°F) G - Driving in mountainous terrain H - Towing a trailer or caravan, or using a roof rack I - Service as a patrol car, taxi, or other commercial use, or for towing J - Frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic

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