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At least monthly:
Check the coolant level in theengine coolant reservoir.
Check the operation of all exterior lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flash-
ers.
Check the inflation pressures of all tires including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall):
Check the radiator, heater and air conditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.
Check the 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.
At least once a year:
Clean the body and door drainholes.
Lubricate the door hinges and checks, and hood hinges.
Lubricate the door and hood locks and latches.
Lubricate the door rubber weather- strips.
Check the air conditioning system.
Check the power steering fluid level.
Inspect and lubricate the automat- ic transaxle linkage and controls.
Clean the battery and terminals.
Check the brake fluid level.
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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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Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Miles×1,0001020304050607080
Km×1,000153045607590105120
Tire (pressure & tread wear)IIIIIIII
Suspension ball jointsIIIIIIII
Bolt and nuts on chassis and bodyIIIIIIII
Air leveling system air filter (if equipped)Replace every 60,000 km (40,000 miles) or 36 months
Air leveling system air spring (if equipped)Inspect every 20,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months
All electrical systemsIIII
Battery conditionIIIIIIII
ERS-GLONASS system battery (for Russia)Replace every 3 years
MAINTENANCEINTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEM
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change. NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (CONT.)
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Maintenance under severe usage conditions
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
Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance intervalsDriving
condition
Engine oil and engine oil filterGasolineExcept Middle East* 1REvery 7,500 km (5,000 miles) or 6 monthsA, B, C, D, E,
F, G, H, I, J
For Middle East* 1Every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months
DieselFor EuropeREvery 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 6 months A, B, C, E, F,
G, H, I, J, K
Except EuropeEvery 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months
Air cleaner filterRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E
Spark plugsGasolineRReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionB, H
Front and rear differential oil REvery 20,000 km (12,500 miles)C, E, G, I
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
Propeller shaftIEvery 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 monthsC, E
Front suspension ball jointsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, G
* 1
: Middle East includes India, Libya, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Sudan, Egypt and Iran.
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Severe driving conditions
A : Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 8 km(5 miles) in normal temperature or less than 16 km
(10 miles) in freezing temperature.
B : Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances.
C : Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spread roads.
D : Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materi- als or in very cold weather E : Driving in heavy dust condition.
F : Driving in heavy traffic area.
G : Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads.
H : Towing a trailer or using a camper on roof rack.I:
Driving for patrol car, taxi, commercial car or vehicle
towing
J : Driving over 170 km/h (106 mile/h)
K : Frequently driving in stop and go condition
Maintenance itemMaintenance
operationMaintenance intervalsDriving
condition
Disc brakes and pads, calipers and rotorsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, G, H
Parking brakeIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, G, H
Driveshaft and bootsIInspect more frequently
depending on the conditionC, D, E, F, H
Climate control air filter (if equipped)RReplace more frequently
depending on the conditionC, E
Automatic transmission fluidFor EuropeREvery 90,000 km (56,250 miles)A, C, E, F, G, IExcept EuropeEvery 100,000 km (60,000 miles)
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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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BRAKE FLUID
Checking the brake fluid level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX (1) and MIN (2) marks
on the side of the reservoir. Before removing the reservoir cap
and adding brake fluid, clean the
area around the reservoir cap thor-
oughly to prevent brake fluid contam-ination.
If the level is low, add fluid to the
MAX level. The level will fall with
accumulated mileage. This is a nor-mal condition associated with the
wear of the brake linings.
If the fluid level is excessively low, we recommend that the system be
checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
Use only the specified brake fluid.
(Refer to “Recommended lubricantsor capacities” in chapter 9.)
Never mix different types of fluid.
WARNING - Brake fluid
When changing and adding
brake fluid, handle it carefully.Do not let it come in contact
with your eyes. If brake fluidshould come in contact with
your eyes, immediately flush
them with a large quantity of
fresh tap water. Have your eyes
examined by a doctor as soon
as possible.
WARNING - Loss of brake fluid
In the event the brake system
requires frequent additions of
fluid, we recommend that the
system be inspected by an
authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION
Do not allow brake fluid to con- tact the vehicle's body paint, aspaint damage will result. Brakefluid, which has been exposed to open air for an extended timeshould never be used as itsquality cannot be guaranteed. It should be properly disposed.Don't put in the wrong kind offluid. A few drops of mineral- based oil, such as engine oil, inyour brake system can damagebrake system parts.
OHM078005N
OHM078005
■ Type A
■Type B
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Replace the filter according to the
Maintenance Schedule.
If the vehicle is operated in extreme-
ly dusty or sandy areas, replace theelement more often than the usual recommended intervals. (Refer to“Maintenance under severe usageconditions” in this section.)
CAUTION
Do not drive with the air clean- er removed; this will result inexcessive engine wear.
When removing the air cleaner filter, be careful that dust ordirt does not enter the airintake, or damage may result.
We recommend that you use parts for replacement from anauthorized Kia dealer.