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I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change. NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Miles×1,0001020304050607080
Km×1,000153045607590105120
Cooling systemInspect “Coolant level and leak” every day
Inspect “Water pump” when replacing the drive belt or timing belt
Air conditioner refrigerant (if equipped)IIIIIIII
Air conditioner compressor (if equipped)IIIIIIII
Climate control air filter (if equipped)RRRRRRRR
Brake discs and padsIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIII
Brake pedalIIII
Brake fluidIIIIIIII
Parking brakeIIII
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIIIIIIII
Power steering fluid and hosesIIIIIIII
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEM

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Maintenance
Brake discs, pads, calipers
and rotors
Check the pads for excessive wear,
discs for run out and wear, and
calipers for fluid leakage.
For more information on checking
the pads or lining wear limit, we rec-
ommend to refer to the Kia web site. (https://www
.kia-hotline.com)
Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections
for looseness or damage. Retighten
to the specified torque. Steering gear box, linkage &
boots/lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine
off, check for excessive free-play in
the steering wheel.
Check the linkage for bends or dam-
age. Check the dust boots and ball
joints for deterioration, cracks, or dam-
age. Replace any damaged parts.
Power steering pump, belt and hoses
Check the power steering pump and
hoses for leakage and damage.
Replace any damaged or leaking
parts immediately. Inspect the power
steering belt (or drive belt) for evi-
dence of cuts, cracks, excessive
wear, oiliness and proper tension.
Replace or adjust it if necessary.Drive shafts and boots
Check the drive shafts, boots and
clamps for cracks, deterioration, or
damage. Replace any damaged
parts and, if necessary, repack the
grease.
Air conditioning refrigerant (if equipped)
Check the air conditioning lines and
connections for leakage and dam-
age.

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POWER STEERING FLUID
Checking the power steering
fluid level
With the vehicle on level ground,
check the fluid level in the power
steering reservoir periodically. The
fluid should be between MAX and
MIN marks on the side of the reser-
voir at the normal temperature.
Before adding power steering fluid, thoroughly clean the area around the
reservoir cap to prevent power steer-ing fluid contamination.
If the level is low, add fluid to the
MAX level.
✽✽ NOTICE
Check that the fluid level is in the
"HOT" range on the reservoir. If
the fluid is cold, check that it is in
the "COLD" range.
In the event the power steering sys- tem requires frequent addition of
fluid we recommend that the vehicle
should be inspected by an author-
ized Kia dealer.
Use only the specified power steering fluid. (Refer to "Recommended lubri-cants or capacities" in chapter 9.)
Checking the power steering hose
Check the connections for oil leaks,
damage and twists in the power
steering hose before driving.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the power steering pump, do not operatethe vehicle for prolonged peri-ods with a low power steeringfluid level.
Never start the engine when the reservoir tank is empty.
When adding fluid, be careful that dirt does not get into thetank.
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(Continued) Too little fluid can result in increased steering effortand/or noise from the power steering system.
The use of the non-specified fluid could reduce the effective-ness of the power steering sys-tem and cause damage to it.
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Specifications & Consumer information
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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.
Lubricant Volume Classification
Engine oil * 1
*2
(drain and refill) Recommended Gasoline Engine
3.8L
5.7
l (5.49 US qt.) API Service SM*
3
,
ILSAC GF-4 or above, ACEA A5 or above
Diesel EngineWith DPF * 47.4
l (7.81 US qt.)ACEA C2
Without DPF * 47.4
l (7.81 US qt.ACEA B4
Automatic
transmission fluid GasolineEngine
3.8L
10
l (10.56 US qt.)
APOLLOIL ATF RED-1K
Diesel Engine 9.7
l (10.2 US qt.)
ATF SP-IV-RR
Power steering 0.9
l (0.95 US qt.)
PSF-3 or PSF-4
Coolant Gasoline Engine
3.8L
10.7
l (11.3 US qt.)
Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water (Ethylene
glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
Diesel Engine 14.7
l (15.53 US qt.)

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Index
Emergency tailgate safety release..................................4-22
Emergency while driving ................................................7-3
Emission control system ................................................8-85
Crankcase emission control system ............................8-85
Evaporative emission control System ........................8-85
Exhaust emission control system ................................8-86
Engine ..............................................................................9-2
Engine compartment..................................................2-6,8-3
Engine coolant ..............................................................8-24 Checking the coolant level..........................................8-24
Changing the coolant ..................................................8-26
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge..............................4-51
Engine number ..............................................................9-10
Engine oil ......................................................................8-22 Checking the engine oil level ....................................8-22
Changing the engine oil and filter ..............................8-23
Engine overheats ..............................................................7-8
Engine start/stop button ................................................6-10 Illuminated engine start/stop button ..........................6-10
Engine start/stop button position ................................6-10
Starting the engine ......................................................6-13
Engine start/stop button illumination ............................6-10
Engine start/stop button position ..................................6-10
Engine will not start ........................................................7-4
Evaporative emission control System ............................8-85
Exhaust emission control system ..................................8-86
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ..............8-18 Engine oil and filter ....................................................8-18 Drive belts ..................................................................8-18
Fuel filter cartridge (for diesel) ..................................8-18
Fuel filter (for gasoline) ..............................................8-18
Fuel lines, fuel hoses and connections ......................8-18
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap ....................................8-19
Vacuum crankcase ventilation hoses ..........................8-19
Air cleaner filter ..........................................................8-19
Spark plugs (for gasoline engine) ..............................8-19
Valve clearance (for gasoline engine) ........................8-20
Cooling system ..........................................................8-20Coolant ......................................................................8-20Automatic transaxle fluid............................................8-20
Brake hoses and lines..................................................8-20
Brake fluid ..................................................................8-20
Parking brake ............................................................8-20
Brake discs, pads, calipers and rotors ........................8-21
Suspension mounting bolts ........................................8-21
Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint ........................................8-21
Power steering pump, belt and hoses..........................8-21
Drive shafts and boots ................................................8-21
Air conditioning refrigerant ......................................8-21
Exterior care ..................................................................8-77
Exterior features ..........................................................4-152 Roof rack ..................................................................4-152
Side step ....................................................................4-153
Exterior overview (Front) ................................................2-2
Exterior overview (Rear) ................................................2-3

Index
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Flat tire ..........................................................................7-16
Jack and tools ..............................................................7-16
Removing the spare tire ..............................................7-17
Storing the spare tire ..................................................7-17
Changing tires ............................................................7-18
Compact spare tire ......................................................7-23
Floor mat anchor(s) ....................................................4-149Fluid Brake fluid ..................................................................8-27
Power steering fluid ....................................................8-28
Washer fluid ................................................................8-29
Fog light (front) ..........................................................4-105
Folding the outside rearview mirror ..............................4-46
Four wheel drive (4WD)................................................6-23 Tight corner brake effect ............................................6-24
Part-Time 4WD ..........................................................6-25
Full-Time 4WD Operation..........................................6-27
For safe four wheel drive operation ............................6-29
Reducing the risk of a rollover ..................................6-31
Front fog lamp bulb replacement ..................................8-70
Front position lamp bulb replacement ..........................8-70
Front seat adjustment (manual) ......................................3-6
Front seat adjustment (power) ........................................3-7
Front turn signal lamp replacement ..............................8-70
Fuel filler lid ..................................................................4-31
Fuel filter (for diesel) ....................................................8-30 Draining water from the fuel filter ............................8-30
Fuel filter cartridge replacement ................................8-30
Fuel Gauge ....................................................................4-52
Fuel requirements ............................................................1-3
Fuses ..............................................................................8-53 Inner panel fuse replacement ....................................8-55
Engine compartment fuse replacement ......................8-56
Fuse/relay panel description ......................................8-58
Gauges ..........................................................................4-50
Glove box ....................................................................4-139
Gross vehicle weight........................................................9-3
Hazard warning flasher ....................................................7-2
Hazardous driving conditions ........................................6-71
Headlamp bulb replacement ..........................................8-70
Headlight position........................................................4-100
Headrest (rear) ..............................................................3-22
Headrest(front) ..............................................................3-12
Heated steering wheel....................................................4-40
High - beam operation ................................................4-101
High mounted stop light bulb replacement ..................8-75
Highway driving ............................................................6-74
Hill-start assist control (HAC) ......................................6-45
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Index
Maintenance
Engine compartment ....................................................8-3
Maintenance services ....................................................8-5
Owner maintenance ......................................................8-8
Scheduled maintenance service ..................................8-10
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ............8-18
Tire maintenance ........................................................8-47
Maintenance schedule....................................................8-10 Normal Maintenance Schedule ..................................8-11
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions ..........8-16
Maintenance services ......................................................8-5 Owner’s responsibility ..................................................8-5
Owner maintenance precautions ..................................8-5
Engine compartment precautions (Diesel engine) ............................................................8-6
Manual mode - Automatic transaxle ............................6-19
Map lamp ....................................................................4-112
Mirrors ..........................................................................4-42 Inside rearview mirror ................................................4-42
Day/night rearview mirror ..........................................4-42
Electrochromic mirror (ECM) ..................................4-42
Outside rearview mirror ..............................................4-43
Remote control ............................................................4-44
Folding the outside rearview mirror ..........................4-46 Non-inflation conditions(Air bags) ..............................3-68
Odometer ......................................................................4-53
Oil (Engine) ..................................................................8-22
Outside rearview mirror ................................................4-43
Outside Temperature ......................................................4-53
Overheats ........................................................................7-8
Owner maintenance ........................................................8-8
Owner maintenance schedule ......................................8-8
Parking assist system ....................................................4-91 Types of warning indicator and sound........................4-92
Parking brake ................................................................6-36
Parking brake ................................................................8-29 Checking the parking brake ........................................8-29
Parking light position ....................................................4-99
Power brakes ..................................................................6-34
Power outlet ................................................................4-147
Power steering................................................................4-39
Power steering fluid ......................................................8-28 Checking the power steering fluid level ....................8-28
Checking the power steering hose ..............................8-28
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Disarmed stage ............................................................4-15
Tilt steering ....................................................................4-39
Tire chains......................................................................6-76
Tire pressure monitoring system ....................................7-9
Tire replacement ............................................................8-46
Tire rotation ..................................................................8-44
Tire specification and pressure label ............................9-10
Tires and wheels ......................................................8-42,9-5 Tire care ......................................................................8-42
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures................8-42
Checking tire inflation pressure ..................................8-43
Tire rotation ................................................................8-44
Wheel alignment and tire balance ..............................8-45
Tire replacement ........................................................8-46
Wheel replacement ....................................................8-47
Tire traction ................................................................8-47
Tire maintenance ........................................................8-47
Tire sidewall labeling ................................................8-48
Low aspect ratio tire ..................................................8-52
Towing ..........................................................................7-27 Emergency towing ......................................................7-28
Transaxle - Automatic transaxle ....................................6-16
Transaxle shift indicator ................................................4-53
Transmitter precautions ................................................4-11
Trip computer ................................................................4-55
Trip modes ....................................................................4-55
Turn By Turn Mode ......................................................4-59
Turn signals..................................................................4-104 User settings mode ........................................................4-62
Vanity mirror lamp ......................................................4-114
Vehicle break-in process ..................................................1-7
Vehicle certification label ................................................9-9
Vehicle handling instructions ..........................................1-7
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ..............................9-9
Vehicle weight ..............................................................6-80
Warning and Indicator lights ........................................4-73
Warning lights ................................................................4-73
Warning Messages ........................................................4-67
Washer fluid ..................................................................8-29
Checking the washer fluid level ................................8-29
Welcome system ..........................................................4-115 Puddle lamp ..............................................................4-115
Interior light ............................................................4-115
Wheel alignment and tire balance ................................8-45
Wheel replacement ........................................................8-47
Windows ........................................................................4-24 Power window lock button ........................................4-28
Windshield defrosting and defogging..........................4-135U
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