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Maintenance
Turn the engine off and wait until it
cools down. Use care when remov-
ing the radiator cap. Wrap a thick
towel around it, and turn it counter-
clockwise 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 con-
tinue turning counterclockwise to
remove it.
Changing the coolant
Have the coolant changed by an
authorized Kia dealer according to
the Maintenance Schedule at the
beginning of this section.
Put a thick cloth or fabric around the
radiator cap before refilling the
coolant in order to prevent the
coolant from overflowing into engine
parts such as the alternator.CAUTION- Removingradiator cap
Never attempt to
remove the radiator cap while the engineis operating or hot.Doing so might leadto cooling system andengine damage.
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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
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 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.
*
3If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
Lubricant Volume Classification
Engine oil *1 *2 (drain and refill)
recommended (or equivalent) 3.8 US qt. (3.6 l)
Manual transaxle fluid 1.9 ~ 2.01 US qt.
API GL-4, SAE 75W/85
(1.8 ~ 1.9 l) approved by Kia Motors Corp.
MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV
Automatic transaxle 1.6 Engine 7.71 US qt. (7.3 l) NOCA ATF SP-IV, Kia genuine ATF SP-IV or
fluid other brands meeting the above specification approved by Kia Motor Co.,
Coolant Automatic transaxle 5.6 US qt. (5.5 l) Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water
Manual transaxle 5.8 US qt. (5.3 l) (Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
Brake/Clutch fluid 0.7~0.8 US qt.
FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
(0.7~0.8 l)
Fuel 11.3 US gal. (43 l) Refer to “Fuel requirements” in s
ection 1
API Service SM*3,
ILSAC GF-4 or above
