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Scheduled maintenance service precaution

Follow the Normal Maintenance Schedule if the vehicle is usually operated where none of the following conditions apply. If any of the following conditions apply, follow the 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-spread roads

  • Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather

  • Driving in heavy dust condition

  • Driving in heavy traffic area

  • Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly

  • Using for towing or camping and driving with loading on the roof.

  • Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing

  • Frequently driving under high speed or rapid acceleration/deceleration.

  • Frequently driving in stop-and-go condition

  • Engine oil usage which is not recommended (Mineral type, Semi-synthetic, Lower grade spec, etc.)

  • Engine oil usage which is not recommended (Mineral type, Semi-synthetic, Viscosity grade)

If your vehicle is operated in any of the prior listed conditions, you should inspect, replace or refill more frequently, using the severe usage maintenance schedule instead of the normal usage maintenance schedule.

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 frequency of service is determined by whichever occurs first.

NO.

ITEM

REMARK

* 1

Engine oil and engine oil filter

  • As it is normal for engine oil to be consumed during driving, the engine oil level should be checked on regular basis.

  • The engine oil change interval for normal operating conditions is based on the use of the recommended engine specification. If the recommended engine oil specification is not used, then replace the engine oil according to the maintenance schedule under severe operating conditions.

* 2

Engine oil and engine oil filter (For Diesel Engine)

  • The engine oil level should be checked regularly and maintained properly. Operating with an insufficient amount oil can damage the engine, and such damage is not covered by warranty.

  • 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 according to the severe maintenance schedule.

* 3

Coolant (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.

* 4

Drive belts (Engine)

  • Adjust alternator, water pump and air conditioner drive belt. Inspect and if necessary repair or replace.

  • Inspect drive belt tensioner, idler and alternator pulley and if necessary correct or replace.

* 5

Valve clearance

Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. In this case, have the system checked by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/ service partner.

* 6

Spark plug

For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.

* 7

Manual transmission fluid/Intelligent manual transmission (iMT) system actuator fluid

Manual transmission and Intelligent manual transmission fluid should be changed anytime it has been submerged in water.

* 8

Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid

Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid should be changed anytime it has been submerged in water.

* 9

Fuel additives (Gasoline)

Kia recommends that you use unleaded gasoline 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 should be added to the fuel tank at every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) (for Europe)/10,000 km (6,500 miles) (except Europe, Brazil, for Australia and New Zealand (Turbo Model))/5,000 km (3,000 miles) (for Brazil). Additives are available from a professional workshop along with information on how to use them. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. Do not mix other additives.

* 10

Fuel 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 consult a professional workshop for more details. Kia recommends to consult an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

I: Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

R: Replace or change.

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS /

MAINTENANCE ITEM

Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Europe (Except Russia)

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

24

48

72

96

120

144

168

192

Miles×1,000

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

160

Km×1,000

30

60

90

120

150

180

210

240

Engine oil and engine oil filter *1

Gasoline

Smartstream G1.0 T-GDi / Smartstream G1.0 T-GDi MHEV

Replace every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 months

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi / Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi MHEV

Replace every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 months

(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi

Replace every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 month

Diesel *2

Smartstream D1.6 MHEV

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Coolant (Engine) *3

Gasoline, Diesel

At 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) *4

Gasoline

Smartstream G1.0 T-GDi MHEV/ Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi MHEV

Inspect every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 months, Replace every 105,000 km (70,000 miles) or 48 months

Smartstream G1.0 T-GDi/ Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi/ (Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi

At first, Inspect 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months after that, Inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months

Diesel

Smartstream D1.6 MHEV

At first, Inspect 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 48 months after that, Inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months

Timing belt

Diesel

Smartstream D1.6 MHEV

Inspect every 120,000 km (80,000 miles)

Timing belt system (Timing belt, Oil belt, Tensioner, Idler)

Diesel

Smartstream D1.6 MHEV

Replace every 240,000 km (160,000 miles)

Valve clearance *5

Gasoline

(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi

-

-

I

-

-

I

-

-

Vacuum hoses and crankcase ventilation hoses

Gasoline

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Spark plugs *6

Gasoline

Smartstream G1.0 T-GDi / Smartstream G1.0 T-GDi MHEV

Replace every 75,000 km (50,000 miles)

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi / Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi MHEV

Replace every 75,000 km (50,000 miles)

(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi

Replace every 75,000 km (50,000 miles)

Manual transmission fluid *7

Smartstream G1.0 T-GDi/Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

iMT system actuator fluid *7

Gasoline

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi MHEV

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Diesel

Smartstream D1.6 MHEV

iMT system clutch tube and line

Gasoline

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi MHEV

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Diesel

Smartstream D1.6 MHEV

Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid (if equipped) *8

Gasoline, Diesel

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Drive shaft and boots

Gasoline, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Fuel additives (Gasoline) *9

Gasoline

Add every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 months

Fuel lines, hoses and connections

Gasoline

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Fuel tank air filter (if equipped)

Gasoline, Diesel

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Vapor hose and fuel filler cap

Gasoline

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Fuel filler cap

Diesel

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Urea solution line & connections (if equipped)

Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Urea solution filler cap (if equipped)

Diesel

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Fuel filter cartridge (Diesel) *10

Diesel

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

Air cleaner filter

Gasoline, Diesel

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

Intercooler, in/out hose, air intake hose

Gasoline

T-GDI ALL

Inspect every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 months

Exhaust system

Gasoline, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Cooling system

Gasoline, Diesel

-

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Air conditioner compressor/refrigerant

Gasoline, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Climate control air filter

Gasoline, Diesel

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Brake discs and pads

Gasoline, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Gasoline, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Brake/Clutch fluid (if equipped)

Gasoline, Diesel

Inspect every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 months, Replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months

Parking brake (Hand type) (if equipped)

Gasoline, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Gasoline, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Suspension ball joints

Gasoline, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Tire (pressure & tread wear)

Gasoline, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Battery (12V) condition

Gasoline, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

  • Fuel filter (gasoline engine): The fuel filter is considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality.

    • 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 consult an authorized Kia dealer for details.

Maintenance under severe usage conditions - for Europe (Except Russia)

Maintenance operation

I: Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

R: Replace or change.

MAINTENANCE ITEM

MAINTENANCE OPERATION

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

DRIVING CONDITION

Engine oil and engine oil filter

Gasoline

R

Every 7,500 km (5,000 miles) or 6 months 

A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L

Diesel

R

Every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 month

A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, M

Spark plugs

Gasoline

R

More frequently

A, B, F, G, H, I, K

Manual transmission fluid

Gasoline

R

Every 120,000 km (80,000 miles)

C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid

Gasoline, Diesel

R

Every 120,000 km (80,000 miles)

C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

Drive shaft and boots

Gasoline, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

Air cleaner filter

Gasoline, Diesel

R

More frequently

C, E

Climate control air filter

Gasoline, Diesel

R

More frequently

C, E, G

Brake discs, pads and calipers

Gasoline, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, D, E, G, H

Parking brake (Hand type) (if equipped)

Gasoline, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, D, G, H

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Gasoline, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G

Suspension ball joints

Gasoline, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G

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 saltspread roads.

D: Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials 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 repeatedly.

H: Using for towing or camping and driving with loading on the roof.

I: Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing.

J: Frequently driving under high speed or rapid acceleration/deceleration.

K: Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions.

L: Engine oil usage which is not recommended (Mineral type, Semi-synthetic, Lower grade spec, etc.)

M: Engine oil usage which is not recommended (Mineral type, Semi-synthetic, Viscosity grade)

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 determined by whichever occurs first.

NO.

ITEM

REMARK

* 1

Engine oil and engine oil filter

  • As it is normal for engine oil to be consumed during driving, the engine oil level should be checked on regular basis.

  • The engine oil change interval for normal operating conditions is based on the use of the recommended engine specification. If the recommended engine oil specification is not used, then replace the engine oil according to the maintenance schedule under severe operating conditions.

* 2

Coolant (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.

* 3

Drive belts (Engine)

  • Adjust alternator, water pump and air conditioner drive belt. Inspect and if necessary repair or replace.

  • Inspect drive belt tensioner, idler and alternator pulley and if necessary correct or replace.

* 4

Valve clearance

Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. In this case, have the system checked by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/ service partner.

* 5

Spark plug

For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.

* 6

Manual transmission fluid

Manual transmission fluid should be changed anytime it has been submerged in water.

* 7

Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid

Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid should be changed anytime it has been submerged in water.

* 8

Fuel additives (Gasoline)

Kia recommends that you use unleaded gasoline 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 should be added to the fuel tank at every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) (for Europe)/10,000 km (6,500 miles) (except Europe, Brazil, for Australia and New Zealand (Turbo Model))/5,000 km (3,000 miles) (for Brazil). Additives are available from a professional workshop along with information on how to use them. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. Do not mix other additives.

I: Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

R: Replace or change.

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS /

MAINTENANCE ITEM

NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE - EXCEPT EUROPE (INCLUDING RUSSIA)

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

Miles×1,000

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

Km×1,000

15

30

45

60

75

90

105

120

Engine oil and engine oil filter *1

Gasoline

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

Replace every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months

(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi / (Gasoline) 1.6 MPI

Except Middle East, India, Libia, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Sudan, Egypt, Iran, Brazil, Central & South America, Lebanon

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

For Middle East, India, Libia, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Sudan, Egypt, Iran, Brazil, Central & South America, Lebanon

Replace every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months

Coolant (Engine) *2

Gasoline

At 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) *3

Gasoline

Except Middle East, Brazil

Inspect every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) or 12 months, Replace every 105,000 km (70,000 miles) or 48 months

For Middle East

Inspect every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months, Replace every 50,000 km (30,000 moles) or 24 months

For Brazil

Inspect every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months, Replace every 100,000 km (65,000 miles) or 48 months

Valve clearance *4

Gasoline

(Gasoline) 1.6 MPI / (Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi

-

-

-

-

-

I

-

-

Vacuum hoses and crankcase ventilation hoses

Gasoline

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Spark plugs *5

Gasoline

(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi

Replace every 75,000 km (50,000 miles)

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

Replace every 75,000 km (50,000 miles)

(Gasoline) 1.6 MPI

Replace every 60,000 km (40,000 miles)

Automatic transmission fluid

(Gasoline) 1.6 MPI

No service required

Manual transmission fluid *6

Smartstream G1.0 T-GDi/Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid (if equipped) *7

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi/(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

Drive shaft and boots

Gasoline

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Fuel additives (Gasoline) *8

Gasoline (for T-GDi engine)

For Australia and New Zealand

Add every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12months

Except Australia and New Zealand, Brazil

Add every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 6 months

For Brazil

Add every 5,000 km (3,000 miles)or 6 months

Fuel lines, hoses and connections

Gasoline

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

Fuel tank air filter (if equipped)

Gasoline

-

I

-

R

-

I

-

R

Vapor hose and fuel filler cap

Gasoline

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

Air cleaner filter

Gasoline

Except India, Middle East

I

I

R

I

I

R

I

I

For India, Middle East

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Intercooler, in/out hose, air intake hose

Gasoline

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

Inspect every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months

(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi

Exhaust system

Gasoline

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Cooling system

Gasoline

-

-

-

I

-

I

-

I

Air conditioner compressor/refrigerant

Gasoline

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Climate control air filter

Gasoline

Except Australia and New Zealand

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

For Australia and New Zealand

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

Brake discs and pads

Gasoline

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Gasoline

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Brake/Clutch fluid (if equipped)

Gasoline

I

I

R

I

I

R

I

I

Parking brake (Hand type) (if equipped)

Gasoline

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Gasoline

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Suspension ball joints

Gasoline

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Tire (pressure & tread wear)

Gasoline

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Battery (12V) condition

Gasoline

Except Middle East

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

For Middle East

Inspect every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 6 months

ERA-GLONASS system battery (if equipped)

Replace every 3 years.

  • Fuel filter (gasoline engine): The fuel filter is considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality.

    • 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 consult an authorized Kia dealer for details.

Maintenance under severe usage conditions - except Europe (Including Russia)

Maintenance operation

I: Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

R: Replace or change.

MAINTENANCE ITEM

MAINTENANCE OPERATION

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

DRIVING CONDITION

Engine oil and engine oil filter

Gasoline

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi/(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi

R

Every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months

A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L

(Gasoline) 1.6 MPI

Except Middle East, India, Libia, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Sudan, Egypt, Iran, Brazil, Central & South America, Levanon

R

Every 7,500 km (5,000 miles) or 6 months

A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L

For Middle East, India, Libia, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Sudan, Egypt, Iran, Brazil, Central & South America, Levanon

R

Every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months

Spark plugs

Gasoline

R

More frequently

A, B, F, G, H, I, K

Automatic transmission fluid

Gasoline

R

Every 90,000 km (60,000 miles)

A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

Manual transmission fluid

Gasoline

R

Every 120,000 km (80,000 miles)

C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid

Gasoline

R

Every 120,000 km (80,000 miles)

C, D, F, G, H, I, J

Drive shaft and boots

Gasoline

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

Air cleaner filter

Gasoline

R

More frequently

C, E

Climate control air filter

Gasoline

R

More frequently

C, E, G

Brake discs, pads and calipers

Gasoline

I

More frequently

C, D, E, G, H

Parking brake (Hand type) (if equipped)

Gasoline

I

More frequently

C, D, G, H

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Gasoline

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G

Suspension ball joints

Gasoline

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G

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 saltspread roads.

D: Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials 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 repeatedly.

H: Using for towing or camping and driving with loading on the roof.

I: Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing.

J: Frequently driving under high speed or rapid acceleration/deceleration.

K: Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions.

L: Engine oil usage which is not recommended (Mineral type, Semi-synthetic, Lower grade spec, etc.)