2009 KIA AMANTI engine

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Maintenance
Recommended SAE viscosity
number Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an
effect on fuel economy and cold weather
operating (starting and oil flow). Lower
viscosity engine oils can provide better
fuel economy and cold weather perform-
ance, however, higher viscosity engine
oils are required for satisfactory lubrica-
tion in hot weather. Using oils of any vis-
cosity other than those recommended
could result in engine damage.
When choosing an oil, consider the range of temperature your vehicle will be operat-
ed in before the next oil change. Proceed to select the recommended oil viscosity
from the chart.
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
TemperatureGasoline
Engine Oil *
1°C
(°F)
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 -10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
1. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-
20,5W-30 (API SL / ILSAC GF-3). However, the engine oil is not available in your country,
select the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
10W-30
5W-20, 5W-30
CAUTION
Always be sure to clean the areaaround any filler plug, drain plug, or dipstick before checking or drain-ing any lubricant. This is especiallyimportant in dusty or sandy areasand when the vehicle is used on unpaved roads. Cleaning the plugand dipstick areas will prevent dirt and grit from entering the engineand other mechanisms that couldbe damaged.

Maintenance48
7EXTERIOR CARE Exterior general caution It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning and
caution statements that appear on the
label.Finish maintenanceWashing To help protect your vehicle’s finish from
rust and deterioration, wash it thoroughly
and frequently at least once a month with
lukewarm or cold water.
If you use your vehicle for off-road driv-
ing, you should wash it after each off-
road trip. Pay special attention to the
removal of any accumulation of salt, dirt,
mud, and other foreign materials. Make
sure the drain holes in the lower edges of
the doors and rocker panels are kept
clear and clean. Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar deposits
can damage your vehicle’s finish if not
removed immediately.
Even prompt washing with plain water
may not completely remove all these
deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on
painted surfaces, may be used.
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water. Do
not allow soap to dry on the finish.
CAUTION
Do not use strong soap, chemical
detergents or hot water, and do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlightor when the body of the vehicle is warm.
WARNING
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly while maintaining a slow for-
ward speed.
CAUTION
Water washing in the engine com- partment including high pressurewater washing may cause the fail-ure of electrical circuits located in the engine compartment.
Never allow water or other liquids come in contact with electrical/electronic components inside thevehicle as this may damage them.
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Specifications
LubricantVolume ClassificationEngine oil
*1
5.49 US qt. (5.2 l) API Service SL or above,
(with filter change) ILSAC GF-3 or above
Transaxle fluid 11.5 US qt. (10.9 l)
Power steering 1.1 US qt. (1.0 l) PSF-IV
Coolant 9.2 US qt. (8.7 l)Ethylene glycol base for aluminum radiator
Brake fluid 0.7~0.8 US qt. (0.7~0.8 l)FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel 18.5 US gal (70 l)Unleaded gasoline with AKI 87 or higher
*¹Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the page 7-47.
DIAMOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP-III or other
brands meeting the SP-III specification approved by Kia Motors Corp.
Tires
Item Recommended Cold Tire
Wheel lug nut torque
Tire Wheel Inflation Pressure
psi (kPa) lb·ft (kg·m, N·m)
Full size tire
P235/55 R 17 6.5J×1730 (210) 65~79 (9~11, 88~107)
P225/60 R 16 6.5J×1630 (210) 65~79 (9~11, 88~107)
Compact spare tire
T125/80D16 60 (420)65~79 (9~11, 88~107)
Capacities

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Consumer assistance, Reporting safety defects
Trip InterruptionTrip interruption expense benefits are provided in the event that
a warranty-related disablement occurs more than 150 miles
from your home, and the repairs require more than 24 hours to
complete. Reasonable reimbursement is included for meals,
lodging, or rental car expenses. Trip interruption coverage is lim-
ited to $100 per day subject to a three day maximum limit per
incident. You must contact the Kia Roadside Assistance Center
to obtain pre-authorization of expenses. Once the Kia Roadside
Assistance Center gives authorization for trip interruption bene-
fits, they will assist you in making the necessary arrangements.
Insurance deductibles, expenses, and claims paid by your
insurance company or other providers are not eligible for reim-
bursement.
Fleet vehicles are excluded from reimbursement under Kia’s
Trip Interruption Policy.
Registering Your Vehicle in a Foreign CountryIf you plan to register your vehicle in a foreign country, you
should confirm that it conforms to the regulations in that coun-
try. Even if you successfully register the vehicle in a foreign
country, you may experience the following problems and should
therefore consider the possibility of having to deal with them:
1. The fuel specified for your vehicle may be unavailable. If otherthan the specified fuel is used, it could cause damage to the
engine, the fuel injection system, and other fuel-related parts
which may not be covered under your New Vehicle Emissions
Limited Warranty.
2. We must, therefore, clearly state that when you leave the country in which you purchased your Kia as a new and reg-
ister it in another country, problems arising from the use of
fuel other than the specified fuel are not subject to manufac-
turer’s warranty. Because vehicles like yours may not be mar-
keted in the new country of registration, parts, servicing tech-
niques and tools necessary to maintain and repair your vehi-
cle may be unavailable.
Even if vehicles like yours are sold there, mechanical speci-
fications required by the government may vary enough from
the country of purchase to cause additional problems.
3. There may not be an Authorized Kia Dealer in the area in which you plan to register your vehicle. You may additionally
experience difficulty in obtaining services in a foreign country
for any number of reasons.
Further, we cannot assume any responsibility for problems that
result from unsatisfactory service or lack of service outside of
the United States.

Consumer assistance, Reporting safety defects49ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT (U.S. ONLY)The electrical system of your vehicle is designed to perform
under all reasonably expected operating conditions. However,
before any additional electrical equipment is installed in your
vehicle, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer, in order to ensure
that you do not void your warranty.
Certain electrical equipment, or the way in which it is installed,
may adversely affect the operation of your vehicle, including
such systems as the engine control system, the audio system
and the electrical charging system and thus potentially void all
or part of your warranty.
We assume no responsibility for any expense you may incur or
for any malfunction of your vehicle or any of its components or
systems that may result from the installation of additional elec-
trical equipment that is not supplied, or recommended for instal-
lation by, Kia.
Installation of a Mobile Two-Way Radio SystemIf a mobile two-way radio system is installed improperly, or if an
excessively powerful type of system is used, other electronic
systems may be adversely affected. To avoid damage to your
vehicle, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer concerning the prop-
er equipment and installation.

Consumer assistance, Reporting safety defects69PURCHASING FACTORY AUTHORIZED MANUALS (U.S. ONLY)The following publications can be ordered by calling the toll-free
phone number 1-866-542-6268. Publications for the previous
years may also be obtained by calling the same number.Valid only for sales within the U.S.. Canadian owners should
contact their Authorized Kia Dealer.
Service manual:This manual covers maintenance and recommended proce-
dures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written
for the Journeyman mechanic, but is simple enough for most
mechanically-inclined owners to understand.Electrical troubleshooting manual:This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in-
depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in
your vehicle.
Owner’s manual:
This manual describes the overall features and operating pro-
cedures for the vehicle.
ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-866-542-6268
(NOTE: For Credit Card Holder Orders Only)
Monday-Friday 8:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. EST
MINIMUM CREDIT CARD PURCHASE $10.00
Publication
Part Number Form Description
2009 Kia Amanti
Service Repair Manual
2009 Kia Amanti
Electrical Troubleshooting Manual
2009 Kia AmantiOwner’s Manual
UH090 PS 010
UH090 PS 011
UH090 PS 013

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Index
California Perchlorate Notice ··················\
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··· 7-52
Capacities ··················\
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·8-3
Careof the Safety Belt System, Proper Use and ·················3-40\
Exterior ··················\
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7-48
Interior ··················\
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·7-51
Catalytic Converters, Operating Precautions for·············5-4
Chain Installation ··················\
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·············5-11
Safety ··················\
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···5-21
Tire··················\
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·······5-10
Charging System Warning ··················\
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Child Restraint System ··················\
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····3-43
Safety Lock, Rear Door··················\
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Children Restraint of Infants and Small ··················\
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·3-41
Restraint of Larger··················\
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·3-42
Cigarette Lighter ··················\
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Cleaner, Air ··················\
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··············7-21
Cleaning Interior Window Glass·················\
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Lap/Shoulder Belt Webbing ··················\
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····7-51
Upholstery and Interior Trim··················\
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···7-51
Climate Control System, Automatic ··················\
············4-46 Air Filter ··················\
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Clock ··················\
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······3-95 Cluster, Instrument··················\
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···4-25
Compartment, Engine··················\
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Consumer Assistance ··················\
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·9-2
Coolant Level, Checking the ··················\
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·····7-14
Cooling System, Engine ··················\
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Cruise Control System ··················\
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Cup Holder··················\
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Day/Night Rearview Mirror ··················\
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Defroster ··················\
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4-44
Rear Window ··················\
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Dimensions ··················\
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators ··················\
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·······4-11
Dome Light ··················\
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Door Child Safety Lock, Rear ··················\
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Courtesy Lamp ··················\
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Locks ··················\
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·····3-9
Open Display ··················\
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·········4-34
Driver Position Memory System ··················\
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Driving at Night ··················\
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··5-8
Conditions, Special ··················\
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··5-7
Conditions, Hazardous ··················\
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in Flooded Areas··················\
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····5-12
in the Rain ··················\
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Tips ··················\
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your Vehicle ··················\
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Winter ··················\
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····5-9
with a Trailer ··················\
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Economical Operation, Suggestions for ··················\
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Electrical Circuit Protection ··················\
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····6-6
Equipment··················\
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Electronic Stability Control ··················\
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·······4-22
Emergency In Case of an··················\
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Roadside Assistance ··················\
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9-2
Starting··················\
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···6-4
Emission Control System ··················\
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············5-3
Engine Compartment ··················\
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··2-4, 7-12
Cooling System ··················\
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·····7-14
Exhaust Gas Precautions ··················\
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···········5-3
Oil and Oil Filter ··················\
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···7-13
Oil Level, Checking the ··················\
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··········7-13
Oil Pressure Warning··················\
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Starting the··················\
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Exhaust Gas Precautions, Engine ··················\
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5-3
Exterior Care··················\
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············7-48 Fan Speed Control Knob ··················\
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Filler Lid, Fuel ··················\
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·········3-81
Finish
Damage Repair ··················\
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······7-49
Maintenance ··················\
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··········7-48
Flasher, Hazard Warning ··················\
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Flat Tire, If You Have a ··················\
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Flooded Areas, Driving in ··················\
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Fluids, Lubricants and ··················\
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Fuel Filler Lid ··················\
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Gauge ··················\
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···4-27
Level Warning, Low ··················\
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Requirements ··················\
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Fuse/Relay Panel Description··················\
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······6-9
Fuses ··················\
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········6-7 Driver-side Knee Bolster ··················\
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Engine Compartment ··················\
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Replacement ··················\
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Gasoline Engine (undleaded)··················\
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··5-2
Containing Alcohol and Methanol ··················\
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