2011 KIA PICANTO engine

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At least monthly:
Check coolant level in the enginecoolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn sig-
nals and hazard warning flashers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare. G030104AUN
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall):
Check radiator, heater and air condi- tioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean the wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened with
washer fluid.
Check the headlight alignment.
Check the muffler, exhaust pipes, shields and clamps.
Check the lap/shoulder belts for wear and function.
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts. G030105APA
At least once a year:
Clean body and door drain holes.
Lubricate door hinges and checks, and
hood hinges.
Lubricate door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate door rubber weatherstrips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Inspect and lubricate automatic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean battery and terminals.
Check the brake/clutch fluid level.

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I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace. R : Replace or change. *1
: Adjust alternator and power steering (and water pump drive belt) and air conditioner drive belt (if equipped).
Inspect and if necessary correct or replace.
* 2
: Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km (350 miles) or before starting a long trip.
* 3
: Driving in summer season temperature over 40 °C (104 °F - SAUDI, UAE, OMAN, KUWAIT, BAHRAIN, QATAR, IRAN,
YEMEN ETC) or driving over 170 km/h (106 mile/h) must conform the severe driving condition.
* 4
: For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Miles×1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
Km×1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
For Europe II
Drive belts * 1
Except Europe I I I I
Engine oil and engine For Middle East
oil filter * 2
Except Middle East R R R R R R R R
Engine timing belt
Tensioner, idler and damper pulley Air cleaner filter For China, India, Middle East R R R R R R R R Except
China, India, Middle East I I R I I R I I
Spark plugs For Europe R R R RExcept Europe
Inspect when replacing the drive belt or timing belt
Replace every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) or 12 months *
3
Replace every 135,000 km (90,000 miles)
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE ENGINE
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEM
Replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) * 4
At first, inspect 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months
after that, inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months

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NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE ENGINE (CONT.)
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Miles×1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
Km×1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
Valve clearance * 5
IIII
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap I I I I
Vacuum hose I I I I
Vacuum hose (for VGT & throttle body & SCV) III IIIII
(if equipped)
Fuel filter * 6For Europe
II
Except EuropeRR
Fuel lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I Cooling system
Inspect “Coolant level and leak” every day
Inspect “Water pump” when replacing the drive belt or timing belt
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.* 5
: Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. An authorized KIA dealer should perform
the operation.
* 6
: In case of hard starting or abnormal fuel pressure, replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule.
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INTERVALS
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NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE ENGINE (CONT.)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.*7
: When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at
the factory. An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
* 8
: For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Miles×1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
Km×1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
For Europe
Engine coolant * 7
Except Europe
Battery condition I I I I I I I I
All electrical systems I I I I
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I
Brake pedal, clutch pedal (if equipped) I I I I
Parking brake I I I I
Brake/clutch fluid For Europe I R I R I R I R
Except Europe I I I I I I I I
Disc brakes and pads I I I I I I I I
Drum brakes and linings (if equipped) I I I I
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEM
At first, replace every 200,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years:
after that, replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 24 months * 8
At first, replace at 210,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years:
after that, replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months * 8

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NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - GASOLINE ENGINE (CONT.)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Miles×1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
Km×1,000 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots I I I I I I I I
Driveshaft and boots I I I I
Tire (pressure & tread wear) I I I I I I I I
Front suspension ball joints I I I I I I I I
Bolt and nuts on chassis and body I I I I I I I I
Air conditioner refrigerant (if equipped) I I I I I I I I
Air conditioner compressor (if equipped) I I I I I I I I
Climate control air filter For Europe R R R R
(if equipped) Except Europe R R R R R R R R
Manual transaxle fluid (if equipped) II
Automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped) II
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MAINTENANCE UNDER SEVERE USAGE CONDITIONS - GASOLINE ENGINE
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under severe driving conditions.
Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace
Engine oil and engine For Middle East R Every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months A, B, C, D, E, oil filter
Except Middle East REvery 7,500 km (4,500 miles) or 6 months F, G, H, I, K
Air cleaner filter R C, E
Spark plugs R B, H
Engine timing belt R Every 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months B, C, D, E, F, G, I
Manual transaxle fluid (if equipped) R Every 120,000 km (80,000 miles) C, D, E, G,
H, I, K
Automatic transaxle fluid For Europe R Every 90,000 km (60,000 miles) A, C, D, E, F,
(if equipped) Except Europe R Every 100,000 km (62,000 miles) G, H, I, K
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots I C, D, E, F, G
MAINTENANCE ITEMMaintenance
operation Maintenance intervals
Driving condition
Replace more frequently
depending on the condition
Inspect more frequently
depending on the condition Replace more frequently
depending on the condition

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I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.* 1
: Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km (350 miles) or before starting a long trip.
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Miles×1,000 12.5 25 37.5 50 62.5 75 87.5 100
Km×1,000 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
Drive belts II I I I
Engine oil and For Europe R R R R R R R R engine oil filter * 1
Except Europe
Tensioner, idler and damper pulley Air cleaner filter For China, India,
Middle East
Except China, India, Middle East I R I R I R I R
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
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Inspect when replacing the drive belt
Replace every 15,000 km (10,000 miles)
Replace every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 12 months
At first, inspect 80,000 km (50,000 miles) or 48 months
after that, inspect every 20,000 km (12,500 miles) or 12 months

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NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - DIESEL ENGINE (CONT.)
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 Miles×1,000
12.5 25 37.5 50 62.5 75 87.5 100
Km×1,000 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
Fuel filler cap I I I I
Vacuum hose (for VGT & throttle body & SCV) III IIIII
(if equipped)
Fuel filter cartridge * 2
For Europe I I R I I R I IExcept Europe
Fuel lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I ICooling system
Inspect “Coolant level adjustment and leak” every day
Replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.*
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: This interval depends on fuel quality. It is applicable only when using a qualified fuel, "EN 590 or equivalent".
If the diesel fuel specifications don't meet the European standards EN 590, replace it more frequently. Consult an authorized
KIA dealer for details.
In case of low engine power or fuel pressure decrease of the fuel filter, replace fuel filter immediately regardless of mainte-
nance schedule.
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