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Scheduled maintenance service

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, Semisynthetic, lower grade spec, etc.)

If your vehicle operates under the following conditions, you should inspect, replace or refill more frequently or follow the 'Severe' Maintenance schedule. After the periods or distance shown in the chart, continue to follow the prescribed maintenance intervals.

Normal Maintenance Schedule - Turbo Models (For Smartstream G2.5 FR T-GDi)

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.

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

R: Replace or change.

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108

120

132

144

156

Miles×1,000

8

16

24

32

40

48

56

64

72

80

88

96

104

Km×1,000

13

26

39

52

65

78

91

104

117

130

143

156

169

Tire rotation

Rotate every 13,000 km (8,000 miles)

Fuel additives *1

Add every 13,000 km (8,000 miles) or 12 months

Engine oil and engine oil filter *2

Smartstream G2.5 FR T-GDi

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Climate control air filter

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

Air cleaner filter (Engine)

I

I

R

I

I

R

I

I

R

I

I

R

I

Differential oil (rear) *3 *4

With LSD

-

-

-

-

R

-

-

-

-

R

-

-

-

Brake fluid

Inspect every 13,000 km (8,000 miles) or 12 months, replace every 78,000 km (48,000 miles) or 48 months

Spark plugs *5

Smartstream G2.5 FR T-GDi

Replace every 78,000 km (48,000 miles)

Coolant (Engine) *6

At first, replace at 195,000 km (120,000 miles) or 120 months.

After that, replace every 39,000 km (24,000 miles) or 24 months

Battery condition

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Vacuum hoses

Air conditioner refrigerant

Exhaust system

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Brake discs and pads

Suspension ball joints

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Air conditioner compressor

Air intake hose

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Parking brake

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

Drive shaft and boots

Propeller shaft

Vapor hose and fuel filler cap

Fuel lines, hoses and connections

Fuel tank air filter

Cooling system

-

-

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

Differential oil (front) (AWD) *3

-

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

Differential oil (rear) *3

Without LSD

Drive belts (Engine) *7

-

-

-

-

-

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Automatic transmission fluid

No service required

Transfer case oil (AWD) *8

* 1: Fuel additives: 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 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 13,000km (8,000miles).Additives are available from an authorized Kia dealer. Do not mix with other additives.

* 2: Engine oil and engine oil filter: Check the engine oil level and leaks when stopping for fuel or before starting a long trip. 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. Refer to More Details.

* 3: Differential oil (rear, front) (AWD): Differential oil should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water.

* 4: Differential oil (rear) With LSD: When replacing differential oil with LSD, use only specified LSD oil.

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

* 6: 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.

* 7: Drive belts (Engine): Inspect alternator, water pump and air conditioner drive belt and if necessary, repair or replace.Inspect drive belt tensioner, idler and alternator pulley and if necessary correct or replace.

* 8: Transfer case oil (AWD): Fluids should be changed anytime vehicle has been submerged in water.

  • 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 - Turbo Models (For Smartstream G2.5 FR T-GDi)

The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.

R : Replace

I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary

Maintenance item

Maintenance operation

Maintenance intervals

Driving condition

Engine oil and engine oil filter

Smartstream G2.5 FR T-GDi

R

Every 8,000 km (5,000 miles) or 6 months

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

Differential oil (rear)

With LSD

R

Every 60,000 km (36,000 miles)

C, E, G, H, I, J

Without LSD

R

Every 117,000 km (72,000 miles)

C, E, G, H, I, J

Automatic transmission fluid

R

Every 91,000 km (56,000 miles)

A,C, E, F, G, H, I, K

Differential oil (front) (AWD)

R

Every 117,000 km (72,000 miles)

C, E, G, H, I, J

Climate control air filter

R

More frequently

C, E, G

Air cleaner filter

R

More frequently

C, E

Spark plugs

R

More frequently

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

Parking brake

I

More frequently

C, D, G, H

Brake discs, pads and calipers

I

More frequently

C, D, E, G, H, J,K

Suspension ball joints

I

More frequently

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

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

I

More frequently

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

Drive shaft and boots

I

More frequently

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

Propeller shaft

I

More frequently

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

Transfer case oil (AWD)

No service required

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 for 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, Semisynthetic, lower grade spec, etc.)

Normal Maintenance Schedule - Turbo Models (For (Gasoline) 3.3 T-GDi)

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.

R : Replace or change.

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

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108

120

132

144

156

168

180

Miles×1,000

6

12

18

24

30

36

42

48

54

60

66

72

78

84

90

Km×1,000

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

110

120

130

140

150

Tire rotation

Rotate every 10,000 km (6,000 miles)

Fuel additives*1

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

Engine oil and engine oil filter *2

(Gasoline) 3.3 T-GDi

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Climate control air filter

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

Air cleaner filter (Engine)

-

I

-

R

-

I

-

R

-

I

-

R

-

I

-

Differential oil (rear)*3*4

With LSD

-

-

-

-

-

R

-

-

-

-

-

R

-

-

-

Spark plugs *5

(Gasoline) 3.3 T-GDi

Replace every 70,000 km (42,000 miles)

Brake fluid

Inspect every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 12 months, Replace every 80,000 km (48,000 miles) or 48 months

Coolant (Engine)*6

At first, replace at 200,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years : after that, replace every 50,000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months

Battery condition

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Vacuum hose

Air conditioner refrigerant

Exhaust system

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Brakes disc and pads

Suspension ball joints

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Air conditioner compressor

Intercooler, in/out hose, air intake hose

(Gasoline) 3.3 T-GDi

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Parking brake

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

Drive shaft and boots

Propeller shaft

Vapor hose, fuel filler cap

Fuel lines, hoses and connections

Fuel tank air filter

Cooling system

-

-

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

Differential oil (front) (AWD)*3

-

-

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

Differential oil (rear)*3

Without LSD

Valve clearance*7

(Gasoline) 3.3 T-GDi

Inspect every 100,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months

Drive belts*8

At first, inspect at 100,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months, after that, inspect every 20,000 km (12,000 miles) or 24 months

Automatic transmission fluid

No service required

Transfer case oil (AWD)*9

* 1: Fuel additives : 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 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 10,000 km (6,000 miles). Additives are available from an authorized Kia dealer. Do not mix with other additives.

* 2: Engine oil and engine oil filter : Check the engine oil level and leaks when stopping for fuel or before starting a long trip. 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. Refer to More Details.

* 3: Differential oil (rear, front) (AWD) : Differential oil should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water.

* 4: Differential oil (rear) With LSD : When replacing differential oil with LSD, use only specified LSD oil.

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

* 6: 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.

* 7: Valve clearance : Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. Have an authorized Kia dealer perform the operation.

* 8: Drive belts (Engine) : Inspect alternator, water pump and air conditioner drive belt and if necessary, repair or replace. Inspect drive belt tensioner, idler and alternator pulley and if necessary correct or replace.

* 9: Transfer case oil (AWD) : Fluids should be changed anytime vehicle has been submerged in water.

  • 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 - Turbo Models (For (Gasoline) 3.3 T-GDi)

The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.

R : Replace

I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary

Maintenance item

Maintenance operation

Maintenance intervals

Driving condition

Engine oil and engine oil filter

(Gasoline) 3.3 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

Differential oil (rear)

With LSD

R

Every 60,000 km (36,000 miles)

C, E, G, H, I, J

Without LSD

R

Every 120,000 km (72,000 miles)

C, E, G, H, I, J

Automatic transmission fluid

R

Every 100,000 km (60,000 miles)

A,C, E, F, G, H, I, K

Differential oil (front) (AWD)

R

Every 120,000 km (72,000 miles)

C, E, G, H, I, J

Climate control air filter

R

More frequently

C, E, G

Spark plugs

R

More frequently

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

Air cleaner filter

I

More frequently

C, E

Parking brake

I

More frequently

C, D, G, H

Brake discs, pads and calipers

I

More frequently

C, D, E, G, H, J, K

Suspension ball joints

I

More frequently

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

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

I

More frequently

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

Drive shafts and boots

I

More frequently

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

Propeller shaft

I

More frequently

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

Transfer case oil (AWD)

No service required

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 road repeatedly

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

I: Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or 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, Semisynthetic, lower grade spec, etc.)