2017 KIA CARENS RHD maintenance schedule

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Maintenance
OWNER MAINTENANCE
We recommend that the following
lists are vehicle checks and inspec-
tions that should be performed by the
owner or an authorised Kia dealer atthe frequencies indicated to help
ensure safe, dependable operation
of your vehicle.
If you have any question, we recom-
mend that you consult an authorised
Kia dealer.
These Owner Maintenance Checks
are generally not covered by war-
ranties and you may be charged for
labour, parts and lubricants used. Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
Check the engine oil level.
Check coolant level in coolant
reservoir.
Check the windscreen washer fluid level.
Look for low or under-inflated tyres.
Check the radiator and condenser. Check if the front of the radiator and condenser are clean and not
blocked with leaves, dirt or insectsetc.
If any of the above parts are
extremely dirty or you are not sure
of their condition, we recommend
that you contact an authorised Kia
dealer.
Whilst operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound ofthe exhaust or any smell of
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased steer-
ing effort or looseness in the steer-
ing wheel, or change in its straight-ahead position.
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side
when travelling on smooth, levelroad.
When stopping, listen and check for unusual sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel
or “hard-to-push” brake pedal.
If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transaxle occurs,
check the transaxle fluid level.
Check manual transaxle operation, including clutch operation.
WARNING
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot
coolant and steam may blow out
under pressure. This could cause
burns or other serious injury.

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Maintenance
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Follow Normal Maintenance
Schedule if the vehicle is usually
operated where none of the following
conditions apply. If any of the following
conditions apply, follow Maintenance
Under Severe Usage Conditions.
Repeated driving short distance of less than 8 km (5 miles) in normal
temperature or less than 16 km(10
miles) in freezing temperature
Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spreadroads
Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold
weather
Driving in the condition of inflowing sand or dust into engine
Driving in heavy traffic area
Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly
Towing a trailer or using a camper, or roof rack Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other
commercial use of vehicle towing
Driving over 170 km/h (106 mile/h)
Frequently driving in stop-and-go condition
If your vehicle is operated under the
above conditions, you shouldinspect, replace or refill more fre- quently than the following NormalMaintenance Schedule. After theperiods or distance shown in the chart, continue to follow the pre-scribed maintenance intervals.

Maintenance
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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 fre-
quency of service is deter mined by whichever occurs first.
NO.ITEMREMARK
*1Coolant (Engine)
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.
*2Drive belts (Engine)Inspect drive belt tensioner, idler and alternator pulley and if necessary correct or replace.
*3Transaxle fluidManual transaxle fluid and dual clutch transmission fluid should be changed anytime they
have been submerged in water.
*4Engine oil and engine oil filter
Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km (350 miles) or before starting a long trip.

15,000 km or 12 months for GDI engine.
Operating with an insufficient amount of oil can damage the engine, and such damage is not cov-
ered by warranty.
*5Engine oil and engine oil filter (For Diesel Engine)
20,000 km or 12 months.
Operating with an insufficient amount of oi can damage the engine, and such damage is not cov-
ered by warranty.
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 maintenance schedule.

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NO.ITEMREMARK
*6Fuel additives (Petrol)
Kia recommends that you use unleaded petrol which has an octane rating of RON (Research
Octane Number) 95 / AKI (Anti Knock Index) 91 or higher (for Europe) or Octane Rating of
RON (Research Octane Number) 91 / AKI (Anti-Knock Index) 87 or higher (except Europe).
For customers who do not use good quality gasolines including fuel additives regularly, and
have problems starting or the engine does not run smoothly, one bottle of additives added
to the fuel tank at every 15,000km (for Europe, Australia and New Zealand)/ 10,000km
(except Europe, Australia and New Zealand, China) / 5,000 km (for China) . Additives are
available from your authorised Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do
not mix other additives.
*7Fuel filter cartridge (Diesel)
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., replace the fuel
filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and we recommend that you con-
sult an authorized Kia dealer for details.
*8Valve clearanceInspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
We recommend that the system be checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
*9Spark plugFor your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance
of other items.

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Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Europe (Except Russia) (Continue)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEMNumber of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months24487296120144168192
Miles×1,00020406080100120140160
Km×1,000306090120150180210240
Engine oil and engine oil filter(Petrol,Diesel) * 4RRRRRRRR
Coolant (Engine) *1At first, Replace 210,000 km (140,000 miles) or 120 months
after that, Replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
Drive belts (Engine) * 2
PetrolAt first, Inspect 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months
after that, Inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24months
DieselAt first, Inspect 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 48months
after that, Inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24months
Valve clearance (Except for Nu 2.0 Engine) * 8--I--I--
Spark plugs (Petrol - Iridium) *9Replace every 160,000 km (104,000 miles) or 120months
Automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped)No check, No service required
Manual transaxle fluid (if equipped) * 3-I-I-I-I
Dual clutch transmission fluid (if equipped) * 3-I-I-I-I
Drive shafts and bootsIIIIIIII
Fuel additives (Petrol) *6Add every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 months
Fuel filter cartridge (Diesel) * 7RRRRRRRR

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Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Europe (Except Russia) (Continue)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEMNumber of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months24487296120144168192
Miles×1,00020406080100120140160
Km×1,000306090120150180210240
Fuel lines, hoses and connectionsPetrol-I-I-I-I
DieselIIIIIIII
Fuel tank air filter(if equipped)Petrol-I-I-I-I
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap-I-I-I-I
Air cleaner filterIRIRIRIR
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap-I-I-I-I
Air cleaner filterIRIRIRIR
Exhaust systemIIIIIIII
Cooling system At first, Inspect 60,000 km (40,000 miles) or 48 months
after that, Inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
Air conditioner refrigerant/compressor (if equipped)IIIIIIII
Climate control air filter (if equipped)-R-R-R-R
Brake discs and padsIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsIIIIIIII

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Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Europe (Except Russia) (Continue)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEMNumber of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months24487296120144168192
Miles×1,00020406080100120140160
Km×1,000306090120150180210240
Parking brake (Hand type)IIIIIIII
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIIIIIIII
Suspension ball jointsIIIIIIII
Tire (pressure & tread wear)IIIIIIII
Battery conditionIIIIIIII
All electrical systemIIIIIIII

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Maintenance
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Except Europe (Including 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.
NO.ITEMREMARK
*1Coolant (Engine)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 seri-
ous malfunction or engine damage.
*2Drive belts (Engine)Inspect drive belt tensioner, idler and alternator pulley and if necessary correct or replace.
*3Transaxle fluidManual transaxle fluid and dual clutch transmission fluid should be changed anytime they
have been submerged in water.
*4Engine oil and engine oil filter

Operating withan insufficient amount of oil can damage the engine, and such damage is not covered
by warranty.