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Operating precautions for catalytic
converters (if equipped)Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter emission control device.
Therefore, the following precautions
must be observed:
Make sure to refuel your vehicle according to the "Fuel requirements" suggested in chapter 1.
Do not operate the vehicle when there are signs of engine malfunction, such
as misfire or a noticeable loss of per-
formance.
Do not misuse or abuse the engine. Examples of misuse are coasting withthe ignition off and descending steep
grades in gear with the ignition off.
Do not operate the engine at high idle speed for extended periods (5 minutesor more).
Do not modify or tamper with any part of the engine or emission control sys-
tem. We recommend that the system be
inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Avoid driving with a extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel cause the
engine to misfire, damaging the cat-
alytic converter.
Failure to observe these precautionscould result in damage to the catalytic
converter and to your vehicle.
Additionally, such actions could void your
warranties.Diesel Particulate Filter (if equipped)
The Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) sys-
tem removes the soot emitted from the
vehicle.
Unlike a disposable air filter, the DPF
system automatically burns (oxidizes)
and removes the accumulated soot
according to the driving condition. In
other words, the active burning by engine
control system and high exhaust gas
temperature caused by normal/high driv-
ing condition burns and removes the
accumulated soot.
However, if the vehicle continues to be
driven at low speed for long time, the
accumulated soot may not be automati-
cally removed because of low exhaust
gas temperature. In this particular case,the amount of soot is out of detection
limit, the soot oxidation process by
engine control system may not happen
and the malfunction indicator light may
blink. When the malfunction indicator light
blinks, it may stop blinking by driving the
vehicle at more than 60km/h (37 mph) orat more than second gear with 1500 ~
2000 engine rpm for a certain time (for
about 25 minutes).
WARNING - Fire
A hot exhaust system can ignite flammable items under your vehi-
cle. Do not park, idle, or drive the
vehicle over or near flammable
objects, such as dry grass, paper,
leaves, etc.
The exhaust system and catalytic system are very hot while the
engine is running or immediately
after the engine is turned off.
Keep away from the exhaust sys-
tem and catalytic, you may get
burned.
Also, do not remove the heat sink
around the exhaust system, do
not seal the bottom of the vehicle
or do not coat the vehicle for cor-
rosion control. It may present a
fire risk under certain conditions.
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Specifications & Consumer information
Lubricant Volume Classification
Double clutch
transmission fluidGasoline Engine1.9 l ~ 2.0 l
(2.01 ~ 2.11 US qt.)
HK SYN MTF(SK),
HD SYN MTF(H.K.SHELL),
GS PAO MTF (GS CALTEX),
Kia Genuine transaxle fluid (API GL-4, SAE 75W/85), Consult an authorized Kia dealer for details.
Coolant
Gasoline Engine5.7 ~ 5.8 l
(6.0 ~ 6.1 US qt.)
Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water
(Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
Diesel Engine6.7 ~ 6.9 l
(7.1 ~ 7.3 US qt.)
Brake/clutch fluid0.7 ~ 0.8 l
(0.7 ~ 0.8 US qt.)FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel 53
l(14.0 US gal.)
Refer to “Fuel requirements” in section 1
Recommends Engine oil (For Europe)
*
1
Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on next page.
* 2
Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel economy 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.
* 3
Diesel Particulate Filter
Supplier Product
Gasoline Engine Diesel Engine
Shell HELIX ULTRA AH-E 5W-30
HELIX ULTRA AP 5W-30
HELIX ULTRA 5W-40
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Recommended SAE viscosity
number
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an
effect on fuel economy and cold weather
operating (engine start and engine oil
flowability). Lower viscosity engine oils can
provide better fuel economy and cold
weather performance, however, higher vis-
cosity engine oils are required for satisfac-
tory lubrication in hot weather. Using oils of
any viscosity other than those recom-
mended could result in engine damage.When choosing an oil, consider the
range of temperature your vehicle will be
operated in before the next oil change.Proceed to select the recommended oil
viscosity from the chart.
CAUTION
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug, or
dipstick before checking or drain-ing any lubricant. This is especiallyimportant in dusty or sandy areas
and when the vehicle is used onunpaved roads. Cleaning the plugand dipstick areas will prevent dirtand grit from entering the engine
and other mechanisms that couldbe damaged.
* 1
: If you use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-20, replace engine oil and filter after
driving 15,000 km or 12 month with MPI engine (10,000 km or 6 month with GDI engine) in
normal condition and replace engine oil and engine oil filter after driving 7,500 km or 6 month
with MPI engine (5,000 km or 6 month with GDI engine) in severe condition.
* 2
: For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE
5W-20,5W-30 (API SM / ILSAC GF 4 or above). However, if the engine oil is not available in
your country, select the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
* 3
: In Middle East, do not use the engine oil of viscosity grade SAE 5W-20.
* 4
: For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE
5W-30 (ACEA A5 or above).
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature
Gasoline Engine Oil
(MPI/GDI - For Europe) °C
(°F)-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 -10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
0W-40, 5W-20 * 1
,5W-30, 5W-40
Gasoline
Engine Oil * 2
(MPI/GDI -
Except Europe)20W-50
10W-30
15W-40
5W-20* 3
, 5W-30
Diesel Engine Oil5W-30
15W-40
10W-30
0W-30
Gasoline Engine Oil * 4
(T-GDI)5W-30, 5W-40
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Index
Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-48
Emergency while driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-116
Crankcase emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . 7-116
Evaporative emission control System . . . . . . . . . . 7-116
Exhaust emission control system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-117
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Engine compartment panel fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-68
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39
Engine coolant temperature gauge (Normal vision) . . 4-48
Engine coolant temperature gauge (Super vision) . . 4-63
Engine number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-37
Engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Engine start/stop button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Engine will not start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Evaporative emission control System . . . . . . . . . . . 7-116
Exhaust emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-117
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . . . . . 7-34
Exterior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-110
Exterior features
Mounting bracket for roof carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-169
Roof rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-170
Exterior overview(front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Exterior overview(rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Flat tire (with spare tire) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Changing tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Compact spare tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15
Jack and tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Removing and storing the spare tire . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Flat tire (with Tire Mobility Kit). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Flex steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40
Floor mat anchor(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-161Fluid Brakes/clutch fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-43
Fog light (front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-116
Fog light (rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-116
Folding the rear seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Front seat adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Fuel filler lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30
Fuel filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-44
Fuel gauge (Normal vision) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-48
Fuel gauge (Super vision) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-62
Fuel requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Gasoline engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Diesel engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Fuse switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-68
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-66 Engine compartment panel fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-68F
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The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration. 1. Engine oil filler cap ............................7-37
2. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir ................7-42
3. Positive battery terminal ....................7-52
4. Negative battery terminal ..................7-52
5. Fuse box ............................................7-66
6. Air cleaner ........................................7-45
7. Radiator cap ......................................7-41
8. Engine coolant reservoir....................7-40
9. Engine oil dipstick..............................7-37
10. Windscreen washer fluid reservoir ..7-43
11. Fuel filter ........................................7-44
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Features of your vehicle
Engine coolant tempera-ture warning light(if equipped)
The warning light illuminates if the tem-
perature of the engine coolant is above120±3°C (248±5.4°F).
Do not continue driving with an overheat-
ed engine. If your vehicle overheats, refer
to “Overheating” in section 6.
✽✽ NOTICE
If the engine coolant temperature warn- ing light illuminates, it indicates over-heating that may damage the engine.
Glow indicator (Diesel engine)
The indicator light illuminates when the
ignition switch is placed at the ON posi-
tion. The engine can be started after the
preheat indicator light goes off. The illu-
minating time varies with the water tem-
perature, air temperature and batterycondition.
✽✽ NOTICE
If the engine does not start within 10
seconds after the preheating is complet-
ed, turn the ignition key once more to
the LOCK/OFF position for 10 seconds,
and then to the ON position, in order to
preheat again.
Fuel filter warning light (Diesel engine)
This warning light illuminates for 3 sec-
onds after the ignition switch is set to the
ON position and then it will go out. If it
lights up whilst the engine is running, it
indicates that water has accumulated
inside the fuel filter. If this happens,
remove the water from the fuel filter.
For more details, refer to “Fuel filter” in section 7.
CAUTION
If the preheat indicator light contin-ues to illuminate or flash on and off after the engine has warmed up orwhilst driving, we recommend that
the system be checked by an autho- rised Kia dealer.
CAUTION
When the fuel filter warning lightilluminates, engine power (vehiclespeed & idle speed) may decrease. If you keep driving with the warning
light on, you can damage your vehi-cle's engine parts and injection sys- tem of the Common Rail. If thisoccurs, we recommend that the
system be checked by an autho-rised Kia dealer.
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The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration. 1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir
3. Positive battery terminal
4. Negative battery terminal
5. Fuse box
6. Air cleaner
7. Radiator cap
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Engine oil dipstick
10. Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
11. Fuel filter
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NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - FOR EUROPE, EXCEPT RUSSIA
The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission control and performance. Keep receipts for all
vehicle emission services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the frequency of service is deter-
mined by whichever occurs first. *1
: Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km (350
miles) or before starting a long trip.
* 2
: This maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality. It is
applicable only when using a qualified fuel <"EN590 or
equivalent">. If the diesel fuel specifications don't meet the
EN590, it must be replaced according to the severe mainte-
nance schedule.
* 3
: If the recommended oil is not available, replace engine oil
and engine oil filter every 20,000 km or 12 months.
* 4
: If the recommended oil is not available, replace engine oil
and filter every 15,000 km for MPI engine and replace
engine oil and filter every 10,000 km for GDI engine.
* 5
: The engine oil level should be checked regularly and main-
tained properly. Operating with an insufficient amount of oil
can damage the engine, and such damage is not covered
by warranty.
* 6
: This maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality. It is
applicable only when using a qualified fuel <"EN590 or
equivalent">. If the diesel fuel specifications don't meet the
EN590, it must be replaced more frequently. If there are
some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction,
surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc., replacethe fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance sched-
ule and we recommanded that you consult an authorised
Kia dealer for details. *
7
: The fuel filter is considered to be maintenance free but peri-
odic inspection is recommended for this maintenance
schedule depends on fuel quality. If there are some impor-
tant matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power,
hard starting problem etc, replace the fuel filter immediately
regardless of maintenance schedule and we recommanded
that you consult an authorised Kia dealer for details.
* 8
: Manual transaxle and double clutch transmission fluid
should be changed anytime they have been submerged in
water.
* 9
: Inspect drive belt tensioner, idler and alternator pulley and if
necessary correct or replace.
* 10
: 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.
* 11
: Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration
and adjust if necessary. We recommended that the system
should be checked by an authorised Kia dealer.
* 12
: If good quality petrols that meet Europe Fuel standards
(EN228) or equivalents including fuel additives is not avail-
able, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are
available from your authorised Kia dealer along with infor-
mation on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.
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