2005 KIA Rio check engine

Maintenance7-6Engine Control System (cont.)I: Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary,
Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.
R: Replace or change.
Kilometers or Time in Months, Whichever Comes First
km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128
Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Ignition wiresII
Spark plugsRR
Idle speedIIIII
Engine timing beltR
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
x 1,000
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Chassis and BodyI: Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary,
Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.
R: Replace or change.
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(1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual.
(3) More frequent maintenance is required if the vehicle is operated under any of the
following conditions.
a. Short-distance driving.
b. Driving on dusty roads.
c. Extensive idling or slow-speed driving in stop-and-go traffic.Kilometers or Time in Months, Whichever Comes First
km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Air conditioner compressor operation &
IIIII
refrigerant amount (if equipped)
Exhaust pipes, heat shield & mountingsIIII IIII
Front suspension ball jointsIIII
Brakes/clutch fluidIIIIIIIRIIIIIIIR
Front brake pads & discsIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Rear brake pads & discs/drumsIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Parking brakeII III II I
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
x 1,000
(1)
(3)
(3)
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Maintenance7-8Chassis and Body (cont.)I: Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary,
Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.
R: Replace or change.
Kilometers or Time in Months, Whichever Comes First
km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Brake lines & connections (including booster)IIIIIManual transaxle oil
IIIRIIIRIIIRIIIR
Clutch & brake pedal free playI IIIIIIIIII IIIII
Automatic transaxle fluid
IIIRIIIRIIIRIIIR
Chassis & underbody bolts & nuts
I IIIIIIIIII IIIII
Tire condition & inflation pressure
I IIIIIIIIII IIIII
Wheel alignmentInspect when abnormal condition noted
Tire rotationSteering operation & linkageI IIIIIIIIII IIIII
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
x 1,000
Rotate the tires every 12,000 km (1)
(1)
(4)
(1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual.
(4) If necessary, rotate and balance the wheels.
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7-9 Chassis and Body(cont.)
I: Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary,
Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.
R: Replace or change.
Kilometers or Time in Months, Whichever Comes First
km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
P
ower steering fluid & linesIIIIIIIIDriveshaft dust boots
IIIII
Seat belts, buckles & anchors
IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Locks, hinges & hood latchLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
x 1,000
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Maintenance7-10Owner MaintenanceOwner Maintenance ScheduleA qualified service technician should perform these
vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure
safe and dependable operation.
Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized
Kia Dealer as soon as possible.
When refueling, check:
 Engine oil level
 Engine coolant level
 Brake and clutch fluid level
 Washer fluid level
CAUTION
Be careful when checking your engine coolant
level. The engine compartment will be hot and
you could be burned.
At least monthly:
 Tire inflation pressures (cold)
 Coolant level in reservoir (cold engine)
Every 6 months, check:
 Power steering fluid level
 Automatic transaxle fluid level
You can do the following scheduled maintenance items
if you have some mechanical ability, a few basic tools
and if you closely follow the directions in this manual.
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Engine Oil and Oil FilterChecking the Engine Oil Level1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal
operating temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the
oil to return to the oil pan.
4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and re-insert it
fully.
5. Pull the dipstick out again and check the level. The
level should be between F and L.
If it is near or at L, add enough oil to bring the level to
F. Do not overfill.Maintenance7-14
Use only the specified engine oil. (Refer to
“Recommended Lubricants’’ later in this section.)
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9. Re-install the oil filler cap securely.
10. Start the engine and inspect around the oil filter
seal for leaks. Stop the engine.
Check the oil level and fill to the F mark, if
necessary.
Oil Capacity
Without filter change : 3.2 L (3.38 US qt.)
With filter change : 3.4 L (3.59 US qt.)
Use only the specified engine oil. (Refer to
“Recommended Lubricants’’ later in this section.)
Engine Cooling SystemThe cooling system is a high-pressure type with a
reservoir and is filled with year-round antifreeze
coolant at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and coolant level
at least once a year, at the beginning of the winter
season, and before traveling to a colder climate.
Maintenance7-16
✻ ✻
NOTICE
 Follow these instructions carefully. An
improper oil filter installation can cause oil
leakage and engine damage.
 Although oil filters may have the same
external appearance, their internal designs
differ significantly. These filters are not
interchangeable. To avoid potential engine
damage, use only the specified filter. Consult
an Authorized Kia Dealer.
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Checking the Coolant Level
Check the condition and connections of all cooling
system hoses and heater hoses. Replace any swollen or
deteriorated hoses.
The coolant level should be full in the radiator
and between F (Full) and L (Low) on the coolant
reservoir dipstick when the engine is cool.
Check the coolant level using the dipstick attached to
the reservoir cap.
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WARNING -Removing
Radiator Cap
 Never attempt to remove the radiator cap
while the engine is operating. Doing so
might lead to cooling system and/or engine
damage and could result in serious personal
injury from escaping hot coolant or steam.
Turn the engine off and wait until it has
cooled. Even then, use extreme care when
removing the radiator cap. Wrap a thick
towel around it, and turn it
counterclockwise slowly to the first stop.
Step back while the pressure is released
from the cooling system. When you are sure
all the pressure has been released, press
down on the cap, using a thick towel, and
continue turning counterclockwise to
remove it.
 Even if the engine is not operating, do not
remove the radiator cap or the drain plug
while the engine and radiator are hot. Hot
coolant and steam may still blow out under
pressure, causing serious injury.
AS2B07003
Coolant reservoir dipstickLow OK Full
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