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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.

Follow the Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions if any of the following conditions apply.

  • 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 for 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.)

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

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.

  • Never add any additives to the engine oil. Engine oil additives can change the properties of engine oil and may cause serious engine failure.

2

Engine oil and engine oil filter (Diesel)

  • 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.

  • Never add any additives to the engine oil. Engine oil additives can change the properties of engine oil and may cause serious engine failure.

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

Spark plug

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

6

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 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 when the engine oil is replaced. Additives are available from a professional workshop along with information on how to use them. Kia recommends to visit an authorised Kia dealer/service partner. Do not mix other additives.

7

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. Kia recommend "every 7,500 km (5,000 miles) inspection, every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) replacement". 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. Kia recommends to consult an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.

*

Transmission fluid

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

Normal maintenance schedule

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 adjust, correct, clean, or replace if necessary.

R: Replace or change.

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

Miles X 1,000

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

Km X 1,000

15

30

45

60

75

90

105

120

Engine oil and engine oil filter*1*2

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5

Except Middle East, Iran, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Sudan, Central & South America, Brazil, Mexico

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

For Middle East, Iran, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Sudan, Central & South America, Brazil

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

For Mexico

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

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

Except Mexico

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

For Mexico

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

Diesel

(Diesel) 1.5 VGT

Except Republic of South Africa

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

For Republic of South Africa

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Coolant (Engine)*3

Petrol, Diesel

At first, replace at 180,000 km (120,000 miles) or 120 months

After that, replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months

Drive belts (Engine)*4

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

Diesel

(Diesel) 1.5 VGT

Except Republic of South Africa

At first, inspect at 80,000 km (52,000 miles) or 48 months

After that, inspect every 20,000 km (13,000 miles) or 12 months

For Republic of South Africa

At first, inspect at 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 48 months

After that, inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 12 months

Vacuum hoses and crankcase ventilation hoses

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Spark plugs*5

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5

Unleaded

Replace every 150,000 km (100,000 miles)

Leaded

Replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles)

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

Unleaded

Replace every 70,000 km (45,500 miles)

Manual transmission (MT) fluid*

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5

No check, No service required

Diesel

(Diesel) 1.5 VGT

Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid*

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

No check, No service required

Automatic transmission (AT) fluid*

Diesel

(Diesel) 1.5 VGT

No check, No service required

Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) fluid*

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5

No check, No service required

Drive shaft and boots

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Fuel additives*6

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

Except Mexico

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

For Mexico

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

Fuel lines, hoses and connections

Petrol

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

Diesel

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Fuel tank air filter

Petrol

Except China

-

I

-

R

-

I

-

R

For China

I

I

R

I

I

R

I

I

Fuel filter

Petrol

For China, Brazil

-

I

-

R

-

I

-

R

Vapour hose and fuel filler cap

Petrol

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

Fuel filler cap

Diesel

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

Fuel filter cartridge

Diesel (B7 or lower)*7

-

I

-

R

-

I

-

R

Biodiesel (For Thailand/Indonesia/Malaysia)

Inspect every 7,500 km (5,000 miles)

Replace every 15,000 km (10,000 miles)

Intercooler, in/out hose, air intake hose

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

Except Mexico

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

For Mexico

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

Air cleaner filter

Petrol, Diesel

Except China, India, Middle East

I

I

R

I

I

R

I

I

For China, India, Middle East

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Exhaust system

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Cooling system

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Air conditioner compressor/refrigerant

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Climate control air filter

Petrol, Diesel

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Brake discs and pads

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Brake/clutch fluid

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

R

I

I

R

I

I

Parking brake (Hand type)

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Suspension ball joints

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Tyre (pressure & tread wear)

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Battery (12V) condition

Petrol, Diesel

Except Middle East

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

For Middle East

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

  • Fuel filter (Petrol 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 authorised Kia dealer/service partner for details.

Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions

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

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

R: Replace or change.

Maintenance item

Maintenance operation

Maintenance intervals

Driving condition

Engine oil and engine oil filter

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5

Except Middle East, Iran, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Sudan, Central & South America, Brazil, Mexico

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, Iran, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Sudan, Central & South America, Brazil

R

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

For Mexico

R

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

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

Except Mexico

R

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

For Mexico

R

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

Diesel

(Diesel) 1.5 VGT

Except Republic of South Africa

R

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

For Republic of South Africa

R

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

Spark plugs

Petrol

R

More frequently

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

Manual transmission (MT) fluid

Petrol, Diesel

R

Every 120,000 km (80,000 miles)

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

Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid

Petrol

R

Every 120,000 km (80,000 miles)

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

Automatic transmission (AT) fluid

Diesel

R

Every 90,000 km (60,000 miles)

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

Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) fluid

Petrol

R

Every 90,000 km (60,000 miles)

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

Drive shafts and boots

Petrol, Diesel

I

More frequently

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

Air cleaner filter

Petrol, Diesel

R

More frequently

C, E

Climate control air filter

Petrol, Diesel

R

More frequently

C, E, G

Brake discs and pads

Petrol, Diesel

I

More frequently

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

Parking brake (Hand type)

Petrol, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, D, G, H

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Petrol, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G

Suspension ball joints

Petrol, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, D, E, G, H, I
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 salt-spread 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, Semi-synthetic, Lower grade spec, etc.)