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Maintenance
G060200AHM
Changing the engine oil and filter
Have engine oil and filter changed by an
authorized KIA dealer according to the
Maintenance Schedule at the beginning
of this section.
G070000AHM
The high-pressure cooling system has a
reservoir filled with year round antifreeze
coolant. The reservoir is filled at the fac-
tory.
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.
G070100BHM
Checking the coolant level
ENGINE COOLANT
WARNING- Removing
radiator cap
Never attempt to remove the radi-
ator cap while the engine is oper-
ating or hot. Doing so might lead
to cooling system and engine
damage. Also, hot coolant or
steam could cause serious per-
sonal injury.
Turn the engine off and wait until it cools down. 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 operat- ing, 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 seri-
ous injury.
WARNING
Used engine oil may cause skin irri-
tation or cancer if left in contact
with the skin for prolonged periods
of time. Used engine oil contains
chemicals that have caused cancer
in laboratory animals. Always pro-
tect your skin by washing your
hands thoroughly with soap and
warm water as soon as possible
after handling used oil.
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Maintenance
G070200AHM
Changing the coolant
Have coolant changed by an authorized
KIA dealer according to the Maintenance
Schedule at the beginning of this section.
WARNING - Radiator cap
Do not remove the radiator cap
when the engine and radiator are
hot. Scalding hot coolant and
steam may blow out under pres-
sure causing serious injury.
CAUTION
Put a thick cloth around the radiatorcap before refilling the coolant inorder to prevent the coolant fromoverflowing into engine parts suchas the alternator.
WARNING -Coolant
Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windshield and may cause
loss of vehicle control or damage
the paint and body trim.
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Specifications & Consumer information
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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
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To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct
lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
*1Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*2Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel econo my by reducing
the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’s
time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
*
3If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
*4The volume may differ according to the vehicle. For more details, refer to your authorized KIA dealer.
Lubricant Volume Classification
Engine oil *1*23.8 Engine 5.2 l(5.49 US qt.)
API Service SM*3, ILSAC GF-4 or above
(drain and refill) 4.6 Engine 6.7 l (7.0 US qt.)
3.8 Engine 10.0 l (10.56 US qt.)
APOLLOIL ATF RED-1K or KIA Genuine RED-1
Automatic
transmission fluid
4.6 Engine 9.3 l (9.85 US qt.)
SHELL ATF M1375.4
Power steering 0.9 l (0.95 US qt.) PSF-3 or PSF-4
Coolant 3.8 Engine 10.7 l
(11.3 US qt.) Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water
4.6 Engine 14.0 l (14.7 US qt.) (Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
Brake fluid 0.7~0.8 l (0.7~0.8 US qt.) FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Differential oil Front
1.3~1.4 l (1.4~1.5 US qt.)
3.8L*
41.4~1.5 l (1.5~1.6 US qt.) or HYPOID GEAR OIL
Rear 1.7~1.9 l (1.9~2.0 US qt.) SAE 90, API GL-5
4.6L 1.7~1.9 l (1.9~2.0 US qt.)
Transfer case oil Part-time 1.5~1.7 l (1.6~1.8 US qt.) ATF DEXRON III or equivalent
(4WD) Full-time ATF MOBILFLUID LT or equivalent
Fuel 78 l (20.6 US gal.) -
