2005 KIA Rio Engine

6-13 Memory Fuse (If Equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with a “Memory Fuse” to
prevent battery discharge if the vehicle is parked for
prolonged periods without being operated. Use the
following procedures before parking the vehicle for a
prolonged period.
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Turn off the headlights and tail lights.
3. Open the main fuse box cover in the engine compartment
and pull up the “ROOM FUSE 15A” using the fuse
puller; push the fuse to the side. This will change the
MEMORY FUSE mode to prevent battery discharge.
FUEL
PUMPFRONT
FOGA/CON
HEAD
LAMPCOOL.FANHORN
TNS MAIN
COND.F( ) ( )
( )
( )
COND.FAN
ROOM 15A
IG COIL
(ABS)(F/FOG)
HEAD 15A
15A15A
25A
20A
* REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR FUSE AND RELAY SERVICE.
* ( ) : OPTION
RIOMEMORY
CAUTION
•If the memory fuse is pulled up from the fuse
box housing, the radio and dome light will not
operate. After reinstalling the “Memory Fuse”,
the radio “anti-theft”code (Optional) must be
entered again and the preset radio stations
must be reselected.
Even though the memory fuse is pulled up, the
battery can still be discharged by operation of
the headlights or other electrical devices.
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6-19 Changing Tires
Jacking Instructions
The jack is provided for emergency tire changing only.
Follow jacking instructions to reduce the possibility of
personal injury.Tire Replacement
1. Park on a level surface and set the parking brake
firmly.
2. Set the automatic transaxle in P (Park), or shift the
manual transaxle into R (Reverse).
3. Activate the hazard warning flasher.
4. Remove the wheel lug nut wrench, jack, jack
handle, and spare tire from the vehicle.
5. Block both the front and rear of the wheel that is
diagonally opposite the jack position.
WARNING - Changing Tires
 Never attempt vehicle repairs or a tire
change in the traffic lanes of a public road or
highway. Always move the vehicle completely
off the road and onto the shoulder before
trying to change a tire. If you cannot find a
firm, level place off the road, call a towing
service company for assistance.
 Do not exceed the maximum permissible
load of the jack: 600 kg. (1,320 lbs).
 Be sure to use the correct front or rear
jacking positions on the vehicle; never use
the bumpers or any other part of the vehicle
for jack support.
 Never allow any portion of your body to get
beneath the vehicle while using the jack.
 Do not start or run the engine while the
vehicle is supported by the jack.
AS2B06012
Flat tire
Wheel block
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7-1
MAINTENANCEMaintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-5
Owner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10
Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-13
Engine Oil and Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-14
Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-16
Brakes and Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-20
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-21
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-22
Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-23
Lubricants and Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-26
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-27
Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-28
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-31
Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-34
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-42
Lubricant Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-47
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEEngine Control systemI: Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary,
Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.
R: Replace or change.
NOTE :
Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.
7-5
(1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual.
(2) More frequent maintenance is required if driving under dusty conditions.
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
Engine oil & engine oil filter RR RRRRRRRRRR RRRR
Drive belts (tension)III I
Cooling system hoses & connectionsIIII I
Engine coolant II IIIRIIIIIRIIII
Fuel filterR
Fuel tank cap, lines and hosesII
Fuel tank air filterIRIR I
Air cleaner element II IIIRIIIIIRIIII
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
x 1,000
(1)
(1)
(2)
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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.
7-7
(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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