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Uniform tyre quality grading
Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a compara-
tive rating based on the wear rate ofthe tyre when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified govern-
ment test course. For example, a tyre
graded 150 would wear one-and-a-
half times as well on the government
course as a tyre graded 100.The relative performance of tyresdepends upon the actual conditions
of their use. However, performance
may differ from the norm because of
variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
These grades are molded on the
side-walls of passenger vehicle
tyres. The tyres available as standard
or optional equipment on Kia vehi-
cles may vary with respect to grade.
Traction - A, B & C
The traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are A, B and C. The gradesrepresent the tyres ability to stop on
wet pavement as measured undercontrolled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt
and concrete. A tyre marked C may
have poor traction performance.
Temperature -A, B & C
The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B and C. The grades repre-
sent the tyre’s resistance to the gen-
eration of heat and its ability to dissi-pate heat when tested under con-trolled conditions on a specified
indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can
cause the material of the tyres to
degenerate and reduce tyres life,
and excessive temperature can lead
to sudden tyres failure. Grades A and
B represent higher levels of perform-
ance on the laboratory test wheel
than the minimum required by the
law.
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License plate lights bulb replacement
1. Loosen the lens retaining screwswith a cross-tip screwdriver.
2. Remove the lens.
3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
4. Install a new bulb.
5. Reinstall the lens securely with the lens retaining screws. Rear combination light bulb replacement
1. Open the trunk lid or rear hatch.
2. Remove the service cover by turn-
ing the plastic screw counterclock-
wise and removing the cover.
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➀Rear fog light (if equipped)
➁ Rear turn signal light
➂ Back-up light
④ Stop and tail light
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3. Remove the socket from the
assembly by turning the socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly. 4. Remove the bulb from the socket
by pressing it in and rotating it until
the tabs on the bulb align with the
slots in the socket. Pull the bulb
out of the socket.
5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the socket and rotating it until
it locks into place.
6. Install the socket in the assembly by aligning the tabs on the socket
with the slots in the assembly.
Push the socket into the assembly
and turn the socket clockwise.
7. Replace the service cover and tighten the screws. High mounted stop light bulb replacement
Ty p e A
If the light bulb is not operating, have
the vehicle checked by an authorized
Kia Dealer.
Ty p e B
1. Open the trunk lid.
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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Recommended lubricants
To help achieve proper engine and
powertrain performance and durabil-
ity, use only lubricants of the proper
quality. The correct lubricants alsohelp promote engine efficiency that
results in improved fuel economy. Engine oils labeled Energy
Conserving Oil are now available.
Along with other additional benefits,
they contribute to fuel economy byreducing the amount of fuel neces-
sary to overcome engine friction.
Often, these improvements are diffi-
cult to measure in everyday driving,
but in a year’s time, they can offer
significant cost and energy savings.Recommended SAE viscosity
number
✽✽
NOTICE
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug,
or dipstick before checking or drain-
ing any lubricant. This is especially
important in dusty or sandy areasand when the vehicle is used on
unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the engine
and other mechanisms that could bedamaged.
*¹ Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
Lubricant Classification
API Service SJ, SL or above,
ILSAC GF-3 or above
1.5L API Service CH-4 or above,
ACEA B4 or above
2.0L API Service CF-4 or above,
ACEA B4 or above
Manual transaxle fluid API Service GL-4 (SAE 75W-85, fill-for-life)
Automatic transaxle fluid DIAMOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP-III
Power steering fluid PSF-III
Brake/Clutch fluid FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Engine oil *¹
Gasoline Engine
Diesel
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Specifications
*¹Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the page 7-61.
Lubricant Volume Classification
3.3 l
(3.5 US qt.) API Service SJ, SL or above,
4.0 l ILSAC GF-3 or above
(4.2 US qt.)
5.3 l API Service CH-4 or above,
(5.6 US qt.) ACEA B4 or above
5.9 l API Service CF-4 or above,
(6.2 US qt.) ACEA B4 or above
2.15 l
(2.27 US qt.) API Service GL-4
2.10 l SAE 75W-85 (fill for-life)
(2.22 US qt.)
Automatic transaxle fluid 7.8
l
DIAMOND ATF SP-III, SK ATF SP-III
(8.2 US qt.)
Power steering 0.8
l
PSF-III
(0.8 US qt.)
Coolant 8.14
l Ethylene glycol base for
(8.6 US qt.) aluminum radiator
Brake/Clutch fluid 0.7~0.8
l
FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
(0.7~0.8 US qt.)
Fuel 55
l
-
(14.5 US gal)
Engine oil *1
(with filter change)
Manual transaxle fluid
Gasoline
Engine
Gasoline Engine
Diesel
Engine
Diesel Engine1.6L
2.0L
2.0L 1.5L
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Index
Interior features ···························································3-91
Interior lights ·······························································3-86
Interior overview····························································2-4
Keys ·················································································3-2
Label information ························································5-23
Lighting ·········································································4-46
Loading your vehicle ···················································5-22
Lubricant specifications ··············································7-60
Lubricants and fluids ··················································7-35
Luggage net ··································································3-99
Maintenance services ·····················································7-3
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ·············7-11
Manual climate control system···································4-57
Manual transaxle ··················································4-7, 7-30
Mirrors ··········································································3-82
Normal maintenance schedule······································7-5Overheating ····································································6-3
Overloading ··································································5-21
Owner maintenance ·····················································7-13
Parking brake·······························································7-26
Power steering ······························································7-28
Remote keyless entry ·····················································3-4
Road warning ·································································6-2
Safety belts····································································3-30
Seats···············································································3-16
Special driving conditions ·············································5-7
Specifications ··································································8-2
Starting the engine ·························································4-4
Steering wheel ·····················································4-22, 7-29
Storage compartment ··················································3-88
Suggestions for economical operation··························5-6
Sunroof ··········································································3-96
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