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Maintenance

EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS

Engine oil and filter

Fuel filter (for gasoline)

Fuel lines, fuel hoses and con-

nections

Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and

connections for leakage and dam-

age. Have an authorized Kia dealer

replace any damaged or leaking

parts immediately.

The engine oil and filter should be Kia gasoline vehicle is equipped a

changed at the intervals specified in lifetime fuel filter that integrated with

the maintenance schedule. If the the fuel tank. Regular maintenance

vehicle is being driven in severe con- or replacement is not needed but

ditions, more frequent oil and filter depends on fuel quality. If there are

changes are required.

some important safety matters like

fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of

power, hard starting problem etc, fuel

filter inspection or replace is needed.

Drive belts

Vapor hose and fuel filler cap

Inspect all drive belts for evidence of

cuts, cracks, excessive wear or oil

saturation and replace if necessary.

Drive belts should be checked peri-

odically for proper tension and

adjusted as necessary.

The vapor hose and fuel filler cap

should be inspected at those inter-

vals specified in the maintenance

schedule. Make sure that a new

vapor hose or fuel filler cap is cor-

rectly replaced.

The fuel filter should be inspected or

replaced by an authorized Kia dealer.

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Maintenance

Vacuum crankcase ventilation

hoses

Air cleaner filter

Cooling system

A Genuine Kia air cleaner filter is Check the cooling system compo-

recommended when the filter is nents, such as the radiator, coolant

replaced.

Inspect the surface of hoses for evi-

dence of heat and/or mechanical

damage. Hard and brittle rubber,

cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and

excessive swelling indicate deterio-

ration. Particular attention should be

paid to examine those hose surfaces

nearest to high heat sources, such

as the exhaust manifold.

Inspect the hose routing to assure

that the hoses do not come in con-

tact with any heat source, sharp

edges or moving component which

might cause heat damage or

mechanical wear. Inspect all hose

connections, such as clamps and

couplings, to make sure they are

secure, and that no leaks are pres-

ent. Hoses should be replaced

immediately if there is any evidence

of deterioration or damage.

reservoir, hoses and connections for

leakage and damage. Replace any

damaged parts.

Spark plugs

Make sure to install new spark plugs

of the correct heat range.

Coolant

The coolant should be changed at

the intervals specified in the mainte-

nance schedule.

Valve clearance (if equipped)

Inspect excessive valve noise and/or

engine vibration and adjust if neces-

sary. An authorized Kia dealer

should perform the operation.

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Maintenance

Automatic transmission fluid

Brake hoses and lines

CAUTION

Automatic transmission fluid should

not be checked under normal usage

conditions.

But in severe conditions, the fluid

should be changed at an authorized

Kia dealer in accordance to the

scheduled maintenance at the begin-

ning of this chapter.

Visually check for proper installation,

chafing, cracks, deterioration and

any leakage. Replace any deteriorat-

ed or damaged parts immediately.

Use only specified automatic

transmission fluid. The use of a

non-specified fluid could result

in a transmission malfunction

and

failure.

(Refer

"Recommended lubricants and

capacities" in chapter 8.)

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NOTICE

Automatic transmission fluid color

is reddish.

As the vehicle is driven, the auto-

matic transmission fluid will begin

to look darker.

It is normal condition and you should

not judge the need to replace the fluid

based upon the changed color.

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Maintenance

Brake fluid

Brake discs, pads, calipers

and rotors

Check the pads for excessive wear,

discs for run out and wear, and

calipers for fluid leakage.

Suspension mounting bolts

Check the brake fluid level in the

brake fluid reservoir.The level should

be between “MIN” and “MAX” marks

on the side of the reservoir. Use only

hydraulic brake fluid conforming to

DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification.

Check the suspension connections

for looseness or damage. Retighten

to the specified torque.

Steering gear box, linkage &

boots/lower arm ball joint

Exhaust pipe and muffler

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.

Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,

muffler and hangers for cracks, dete-

rioration, or damage. Start the engine

and listen carefully for any exhaust

gas leakage. Tighten connections or

replace parts as necessary.

Parking brake

Inspect the parking brake system

including the parking brake pedal

and cables.

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Maintenance

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

Check the air conditioning lines and

connections for leakage and dam-

age.

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