Introduction
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Petrol containing alcohol and
methanol
Gasohol, a mixture of petrol and
ethanol (also known as grain alco-hol), and petrol or gasohol containing
methanol (also known as wood alco-
hol) are being marketed along with orinstead of leaded or unleaded petrol. Do not use gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol, and do not use
petrol or gasohol containing any
methanol. Either of these fuels may
cause drivability problems and dam-age to the fuel system, engine controlsystem and emission control system.
Discontinue using gasohol of any
kind if drivability problems occur. Vehicle damage or driveability prob-
lems may not be covered by the
manufacturer’s warranty if they resultfrom the use of:
1. Gasohol containing more than
10% ethanol.
2. Petrol or gasohol containing methanol.
3. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol.
Other fuels
Using fuels such as,
- Silicone (Si) contained fuel,
- MMT (Manganese, Mn) contained fuel,
- Ferrocene (Fe) contained fuel, and
- Other metallic additives contained fuels
may cause vehicle and engine dam-
age or cause plugging, misfiring,
poor acceleration, engine stalling,
catalyst melting, abnormal corrosion,
life cycle reduction, etc.
Also, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(MIL) may illuminate.
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NOTICE
Damage to the fuel system or per-
formance problem caused by the use
of these fuels may not be covered by
your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
CAUTION
Never use gasohol which con- tains methanol. Discontinue useof any gasohol product which impairs drivability.
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Introduction
Use of MTBE
Kia recommends avoiding fuels con-
taining MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl
Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen
Content 2.7% weight) in your vehicle.
Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0%
vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight)
may reduce vehicle performance and
produce vapour lock or hard starting.
Do not use methanol
Fuels containing methanol (wood
alcohol) should not be used in your
vehicle. This type of fuel can reduce
vehicle performance and damagecomponents of the fuel system,engine control system and emissioncontrol system.
Fuel Additives
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 petrols including fuel addi-
tives 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).
Additives are available from your
authorised Kia dealer along with
information on how to use them. Do
not mix other additives.
CAUTION
Your New Vehicle LimitedWarranty may not cover damageto the fuel system and any per- formance problems that arecaused by the use of fuels con-taining methanol or fuels con- taining MTBE (Methyl TertiaryButyl Ether) over 15.0% vol.(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight.)
Introduction
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Operation in foreign countries
If you are going to drive your vehicle
in another country, be sure to:
Observe all regulations regarding
registration and insurance.
Determine that acceptable fuel is available. Diesel engineDiesel fuel
Diesel engine must be operated only
on commercially available diesel fuelthat complies with EN 590 or compa-
rable standard. (EN stands for
"European Norm"). Do not use
marine diesel fuel, heating oils, or
non-approved fuel additives, as this
will increase wear and cause dam-age to the engine and fuel system.
The use of non-approved fuels and /
or fuel additives will result in a limita-
tion of your warranty rights.
Diesel fuel of above cetane 51 is
used in your vehicle. If two types of
diesel fuel are available, use summer
or winter fuel properly according to
the following temperature conditions.
Above -5°C (23°F) ... Summer type
diesel fuel.
Below -5°C (23°F) ... Winter type diesel fuel.
Watch the fuel level in the tank very
carefully : If the engine stops through
fuel failure, the circuits must be com-
pletely purged to permit restarting.
CAUTION
Do not let any petrol or water enter the tank. This would makeit necessary to drain it out and to bleed the lines to avoid jam-ming the injection pump anddamaging the engine.
CAUTION - Diesel Fuel
(if equipped with DPF)
It is recommended to use the regulated automotive diesel fuelfor diesel vehicle equipped with the DPF system.
If you use diesel fuel includinghigh sulfur (more than 50 ppmsulfur) and unspecified addi-tives, it can cause the DPF sys- tem to be damaged and whitesmoke can be emitted.
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Biodiesel
Commercially supplied Diesel blends of no more than 7% biodiesel, com-
monly known as "B7 Diesel" may be
used in your vehicle if Biodiesel meets
EN 14214 or equivalent specifications.
(EN stands for "European Norm"). The
use of biofuels exceeding 7% made
from rapeseed methyl ester (RME),
fatty acid methyl ester (FAME), veg-
etable oil methyl ester (VME) etc. or
mixing diesel exceeding 7% with
biodiesel will cause increased wear ordamage to the engine and fuel sys-
tem. Repair or replacement of worn ordamaged components due to the use
of non approved fuels will not be cov-
ered by the manufactures warranty.
Biodiesel (for New Zealand)
Commercially supplied Diesel blends of no more than 7% biodiesel, com-
monly known as "B7 Diesel" may be
used in your vehicle if Biodiesel
meets EN 14214 or equivalent spec-
ifications. (EN stands for "European
Norm"). The use of biofuels exceed-
ing 7%, made from rapeseed methyl
ester (RME), vegetable oil methyl
ester (VME) etc. or mixing diesel
exceeding 7% with biodiesel will
cause increased wear or damage to
the engine and fuel system. Repair
or replacement of worn or damagedcomponents due to the use of non
approved fuels will not be covered by
the manufactures warranty.No special break-in period is needed.
By following a few simple precautions
for the first 1,000 km (600 miles) you
may add to the performance, econo-
my and life of your vehicle.
Do not race the engine.
Whilst driving, keep your engine
speed (rpm, or revolutions per
minute) between 2,000 rpm and
4,000 rpm.
Do not maintain a single speed for long periods of time, either fast or
slow. Varying engine speed is need-
ed to properly break-in the engine.
Avoid hard stops, except in emer- gencies, to allow the brakes to seat
properly.
Don't tow a trailer during the first 2,000 km (1,200 miles) of operation.
CAUTION
Never use any fuel, whether
diesel, B7 biodiesel or other-wise, that fails to meet the lat-est petroleum industry speci-fication.
Never use any fuel additives or treatments that are not rec-ommended or approved by thevehicle manufacturer.
CAUTION
Never use any fuel, whether diesel or B7 biodiesel or oth-erwise, that fails to meet the latest petroleum industryspecification.
Never use any fuel additives or treatments that are not rec-ommended or approved by the vehicle manufacturer.
VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS
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Maintenance
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.
Maintenance
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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
Maintenance
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NO.ITEMREMARK
*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 covered by
warranty.
It is applicable only when using a qualified fuel <"EN590 or equivalent">. If the diesel fuel specifications don't meet the
EN590, t must be replaced more frequently. Kia recommends "every 7,500km inspection,
every 15,000km replacement". If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow
restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc., replace the fuel filter imme-
diately regardless of maintenance schedule and we recommend that you consult an
authorized Kia dealer for details
*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 high-
er (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.
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Maintenance
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Except Europe (Including Russia) (Continue)
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE ITEMNumber of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Miles×1,0001020304050607080
Km×1,000153045607590105120
Valve clearance(Except for Nu 2.0 Engine) * 9Inspect every 90,000 Km (60,000 miles) or 72 months
Spark plugsPetrol - Iridium *10
Replace every 160,000 km (104,000 miles) or 120months
Petrol - NickelRR
Automatic transaxle fluid (if equipped)No check, No service required
Manual transaxle fluid (if equipped) * 3II
Dual clutch transmission fluid (if equipped) * 3II
Drive shafts and bootsIIII
Fuel additives (Petrol) *6Add every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 6 months (For Australia and
New Zealand : Add every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 months
Fuel filter (Petrol) * 8For China, BrazilIRIR
Fuel filter cartridge (Diesel) * 7RRRR
Fuel lines, hoses and connectionsPetrolII
DieselIIII
Fuel tank air filter (if equipped)PetrolIRIR
Vapor hose and fuel filler capPetrolII
Fuel filler cap (Diesel)DieselII
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace. R : Replace or change.