2005 KIA Rio Engine

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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WARNING - Loose Clothing/
Jewelry
Working under the hood with the engine
running is dangerous. It is even more
dangerous when you wear jewelry, long hair or
loose clothing. These can become entangled in
moving parts and result in injury. Therefore, if
you must run the engine while working under
the hood, make certain that you pull hair back,
remove all jewelry (especially rings, bracelets,
watches, and necklaces) and all neckties,
scarves, and similar loose clothing before
getting near the engine or cooling fans.
WARNING - Engine Cooling
Fans
Because your engine cooling fans are
electrically controlled, they will run if the
ignition switch is on, even if the engine is not
running. This could cause serious injury. To
prevent this, be sure the ignition is off, unless
you must run the engine while performing
maintenance or an inspection.
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Engine Compartment
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Engine coolant reservoir Radiator cap Engine oil fill capAir cleanerAuto transaxle fluid
dipstick (if equipped)Brake/clutch
fluid reservoir
Engine oil dipstick Windshield
washer
fluid
reservoir Power steering
fluid reservoir
(if equipped)Fuse box
Battery
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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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Changing the Engine Oil and FilterChange engine oil and filter according to the
Scheduled Maintenance earlier in this section.
1. Warm the engine up for a few minutes and then
turn it off. Remove the oil filler cap.
2. Drain the oil into a suitable container after
removing the oil filler cap and drain plug.
3. Remove the engine oil filter with an oil filter
wrench.4. Use a clean rag to clean the oil filter mounting
surface on the engine.
5. Apply a small amount of engine oil to the new oil
filter O-ring seal.
6. Install the oil filter and tighten it. (Refer to
the oil filter caution label for tightening
instructions.)
7. Replace the drain plug tightly after the oil has
thoroughly drained.
8. Refill the engine with new oil to the F mark on the
dipstick. Do not overfill.
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WARNING - Engine Oil
 Continuous contact with USED engine oil
has caused skin cancer in laboratory mice.
Protect your skin by washing with soap and
water.
 Keep all engine oil out of the reach of
children.
CAUTION
Both the oil and engine are hot. Do not burn
yourself.
✻ ✻
NOTICE
When installing the replacement oil filter, do not
allow the oil filter gasket to remain on the oil
filter mounting surface. This will cause oil
leakage and engine damage. Remove the old
gasket completely so that a new gasket will
properly seat and seal.
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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.
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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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If the coolant level is low, add enough specified
coolant to provide protection against freezing and
corrosion and to bring the level to F in the coolant
reservoir. Do not overfill. If frequent additions are
required, see an Authorized Kia Dealer for a cooling
system inspection.Changing CoolantChange coolant according to the Scheduled
Maintenance.
 Use only soft (de-mineralized) water in the coolant
mixture.
 The engine in your vehicle has aluminum engine
parts and must be protected by an ethylene glycol-
based coolant to prevent corrosion and freezing.
 DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol coolant and do
not mix them with the specified coolant.
 Do not use a solution that contains more than
60% antifreeze or less than 35% antifreeze, which
would reduce the effectiveness of the solution.For mixture percentages, refer to the following table.Maintenance7-18
Ambient Temperature
Mixture Percentage
(volume)Coolant
Solution
Water
–15°C (5°F)
35
65
–25°C (-13°F)
40
60
–35°C (-31°F)
50
50
–45°C (-49°F)
60
40
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