checking oil KIA K900 2015 1.G Owner's Manual

Features of your vehicle
4-150
✽NOTICE
• Replace the filter according to the
Maintenance Schedule.
If the vehicle is being driven in
severe conditions such as dusty or
rough roads, more frequent air
conditioner filter inspections and
changes are required.
• When the air flow rate suddenly decreases, the system should be
checked at an authorized Kia
Premium dealer.
Checking the amount of air
conditioner refrigerant and
compressor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is
low, the performance of the air con-
ditioning is reduced. Overfilling also
has a negative impact on the air con-
ditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is
found, have the system inspected by
an authorized Kia Premium dealer.The oil and refriger-
ant in your vehicle's
air conditioning sys-
tem is under very
high pressure. If
proper service procedures are
not followed an explosion may
result. To reduce the risk of seri-
ous injury or death, the air con-
ditioning system in your vehicle
should only be serviced by
trained and certified techni-
cians.
WARNING
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Do not put heavy objects or applyexcessive force on top of the
engine cover (if equipped) or fuel
related parts.
When you inspect the fuel system (fuel lines and fuel injection
devices), we recommend that you
contact an authorized Kia Premium
dealer.
Do not drive long time with the engine cover (if equipped) removed.
When checking the engine room, do not go near fire.
Fuel, washer fluid, etc. are flam- mable oils that may cause fire.
Before touching the battery, igni- tion cables and electrical wiring,
you should disconnect the battery
"-" terminal. You may get an electric
shock from the electric current. When you remove the interior trim
cover with a flat head (-) driver, be
careful not to damage the cover.
Be careful when you replace and clean bulbs to avoid burns or elec-
trical shock.
Maintenance
7
7-7
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7-8
Maintenance
OWNER MAINTENANCE
The following lists are vehicle checks
and inspections that should be per-
formed by the owner or an author-
ized Kia Premium dealer at the fre-
quencies indicated to help ensure
safe, dependable operation of your
vehicle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your deal-
er as soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance Checks
are generally not covered by war-
ranties and you may be charged for
labor, parts and lubricants used. Owner maintenance schedule
When you stop for fuel:
Check the engine oil level.
Check coolant level in coolantreservoir.
Check the windshield washer fluid level.
Look for low or under-inflated tires.
While operating your vehicle:
Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell of
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased steer-
ing effort or looseness in the steer-
ing wheel, or change in its straight-
ahead position.
Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or “pulls” to one side
when traveling on smooth, level
road.
When stopping, listen and check for unusual sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel
or “hard-to-push” brake pedal.
If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transmission
occurs, check the transmission
fluid level.
Check automatic transmission P (Park) function.
Check parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
Hot Coolant
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot
coolant and steam may blow
out under pressure. This could
cause burns or other serious
injury.
WARNING
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Maintenance
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil level
1.Be sure the vehicle is on levelground.
2.Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating tempera-
ture. 3.Turn the engine off and wait for a
few minutes (about 5 minutes) for
the oil to return to the oil pan.
4.Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and re-insert it fully.
5.Pull the dipstick out again and check the level. The level should be
between F and L.
Do not spill engine oil, when adding
or changing engine oil. If you spill
engine oil in the engine room, wipe it
off immediately.
Radiator hose
Be very careful not to touch the
radiator hose when checking or
adding the engine oil as it may
be hot enough to burn you.
WARNING
Replacement Engine Oil
Do not overfill with engine oil.
Engine damage may result.
CAUTION
OKH075002N
OKH075085N
■ 3.8L
■ 5.0L
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7-38
Maintenance
BRAKE FLUID
Checking the brake fluid level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the reservoir.Before removing the reservoir cap
and adding brake fluid, clean the
area around the reservoir cap thor-
oughly to prevent brake fluid contam-
ination.
If the level is low, add fluid to the
MAX level. The level will fall with
accumulated mileage. This is a nor-
mal condition associated with the
wear of the brake linings. If the fluid
level is excessively low, have the
brake system checked by an author-
ized Kia Premium dealer.
Use only the specified brake fluid.
(Refer to “Recommended lubricantsor capacities” in section 8.)
Never mix different types of fluid.
In the event the brake system
requires frequent additions of fluid,
the vehicle should be inspected by
an authorized Kia Premium dealer. When changing and adding brake
fluid, handle it carefully. Do not let it
come in contact with your eyes. If
brake fluid should come in contact
with your eyes, immediately flush
them with a large quantity of fresh
tap water. Have your eyes examined
by a doctor as soon as possible.
OKH075006N
OKH075089N
■
3.8L
■ 5.0L
Proper fluid
Only use brake fluid in brake
system. Small amounts of
improper fluids (such as engine
oil) can cause damage to the
brake system.
CAUTION
Brake fluid
Do not allow brake fluid to con-
tact the vehicle's body paint, as
paint damage will result.
CAUTION
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Maintenance
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POWER STEERING FLUID
Checking the power steering
fluid level
With the vehicle on level ground,
check the fluid level in the power
steering reservoir periodically. The
fluid should be between MAX and
MIN marks on the side of the gauge
at the normal temperature.
Before adding power steering fluid,
thoroughly clean the area around the
reservoir cap to prevent power steer-
ing fluid contamination.
If the level is low, add fluid to the
MAX level.In the event the power steering sys-
tem requires frequent addition of fluid,
the vehicle should be inspected by an
authorized Kia Premium dealer.
Too little fluid can result in increased
steering effort and/or noise from the
power steering system.
✽
NOTICE
Check that the fluid level is in the
"HOT" range on the gauge. If the
fluid is cold, check that it is in the
"COLD" range.
Use only the specified power steer-
ing fluid. (Refer to "Recommendedlubricants or capacities" in section8.)
Checking the power steering
hose
Check the connections for oil leaks,
damage and twists in the power
steering hose before driving.
Low power steering fluid
To avoid damage to the power steering pump, do not operate
the vehicle for prolonged peri-
ods with a low power steering
fluid level.
Never start the engine when the reservoir tank is empty.
When adding fluid, be careful that dirt does not get into the
tank.
The use of the non-specified fluid could reduce the effective-
ness of the power steering sys-
tem and cause damage to it.
CAUTION
OKH073007N
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8-8
Specifications & Consumer information
Recommended SAE viscosity
number
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug, or
dipstick before checking or draining
any lubricant. This is especially
important in dusty or sandy areas
and when the vehicle is used on
unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the engine and
other mechanisms that could be
damaged.
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has
an effect on fuel economy and cold
weather operating (engine start and
engine oil flowability). Lower viscosi-
ty engine oils can provide better fuel
economy and cold weather perform-
ance, however, higher viscosity
engine oils are required for satisfac-
tory lubrication in hot weather. Using
oils of any viscosity other than those
recommended could result in engine
damage. When choosing an oil, consider the
range of temperature your vehicle
will be operated in before the next oil
change.
Proceed to select the recommended
oil viscosity from the chart.
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature
Engine Oil *
1
°C
(°F)-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 -10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
1. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of
a viscosity grade SAE 5W-30 (API Service SM / ILSAC GF-4).
However, if the engine oil is not available in your country, select the
proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
10W-30
5W-30
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature
Engine Oil *
1
°C
(°F)-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 -10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
1. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of
a viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API Service SM / ILSAC GF-4).
However, if the engine oil is not available in your country, select the
proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
10W-30
5W-20, 5W-30
■3.8L
■ 5.0L
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ECO MODE Driving.................................................5-55
Economical operation ....................................................5-94
Emergency starting ..........................................................6-5 Jump starting ...............................................................6-5
Push-starting ................................................................6-8
Emission control system ..............................................7-104 Crankcase emission control system ........................7-104
Evaporative emission control system ......................7-104
Exhaust emission control system ............................7-105
Engine ........................................................................\
......8-2
Engine compartment..................................................2-7,7-3
Engine coolant ...............................................................7-34 Changing the coolant ................................................7-37
Checking the coolant level ........................................7-34
Engine number ...............................................................8-10
Engine oil .......................................................................7\
-32 Changing the engine oil and filter.............................7-33
Checking the engine oil level ....................................7-32
Engine start/stop button ...................................................5-6 ENGINE START/STOP button position .....................5-6
Illuminated ENGINE START/STOP button ...............5-6
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ...............7-29
Exterior overview.............................................................2-2 Front Blind Spot Monitoring System ..........................4-119
Fuel filler lid ..................................................................4-37
Closing the fuel filler lid ...........................................4-37
Emergency fuel filler lid release ...............................4-39
Opening the fuel filler lid..........................................4-37
Fuel requirements ............................................................1-3 Do not use methanol ...................................................1-4
Fuel Additives .............................................................1-5
Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol .................1-3
Fuses ........................................................................\
......7-70 Engine compartment fuse replacement .....................7-73
Fuse/relay panel description......................................7-76
Instrument panel fuse replacement ...........................7-71
Head up display (HUD) ...............................................4-108 Description ..............................................................4-108
Head Up Display Information .................................4-109
Head Up Display ON/OFF......................................4-109
Head Up Display Setting ........................................4-110
Hood........................................................................\
.......4-35 Closing the hood .......................................................4-36
Opening the hood ......................................................4-35
How to use this manual ...................................................1-2
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Vehicle Break-In Process .................................................1-5
Vehicle certification label ................................................8-9
Vehicle data collection and event data recorders.............1-6
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ...............................8-9
Vehicle load limit .........................................................5-103Certification label ....................................................5-106
Tire and loading information label..........................5-103
Vehicle weight .............................................................5-108
Warning and indicator lights..........................................4-93 Indicator lights ........................................................4-102
Warning lights ...........................................................4-93
Washer fluid ...................................................................7-40 Checking the washer fluid level ................................7-40
Weight/volume .................................................................8-4
Welcome system ..........................................................4-121 Headlight .................................................................4-121
Interior light ............................................................4-121
Puddle lamp.............................................................4-121
Windows ........................................................................\
4-31 Power window lock button........................................4-34
Power windows .........................................................4-32
Windshield defrosting and defogging..........................4-151 Auto Defogging System ..........................................4-153
Auto defogging system ON/OFF ............................4-155
Defogging logic.......................................................4-152
To defog inside windshield .....................................4-151
To defrost outside windshield .................................4-152
Winter driving ..............................................................5-100 Carry emergency equipment ...................................5-102
Change to "winter weight" oil if necessary ............5-101
Check battery and cables ........................................5-101
Check spark plugs and ignition system ..................5-101
Don't let ice and snow accumulate underneath .......5-102
Don't let your parking brake freeze.........................5-102
Snowy or Icy conditions..........................................5-100
To keep locks from freezing....................................5-101
Use approved window washer anti-freeze in system5-101
Use high quality ethylene glycol coolant................5-101
Wiper blades ..................................................................7-46 Blade inspection ........................................................7-46
Blade replacement .....................................................7-46
Wipers and washers .....................................................4-129 Windshield wiper/washer ........................................4-129
360° camera monitoring system ..................................4-120
Index
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