KIA Rio 2005 2.G Owner's Manual
Manufacturer: KIA, Model Year: 2005, Model line: Rio, Model: KIA Rio 2005 2.GPages: 238, PDF Size: 2.6 MB
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In Case Of An Emergency6-22
Once the lug nuts have been tightened, lower the
vehicle fully to the ground and continue to tighten the
lug nuts until they are completely secured.
If you are unsure of the tightness of the wheel lug nuts,
have them checked at the nearest service station. The
specified tightening torque is 103 N.
m (76 ft. lb.).
CAUTION
Your vehicle has metric threads on the wheel studs
and nuts. During wheel removal, make certain
that the same nuts removed are reinstalled - or, if
replaced, that nuts with metric threads and the
same configuration are used. Installation of a non-
metric thread nut on a metric stud or vice-versa
will not secure the wheel to the hub properly and
will damage the stud so that it must be replaced.
Be sure to use extreme care in checking for thread
style before installing aftermarket lug nuts or
wheels. If in doubt, consult an Authorized Kia
Dealer. Damaged studs may result in wheel loss
and personal injury.
10. Remove the lug nuts by turning them
counterclockwise, then remove the wheel.
11. Mount the spare tire into position and tighten the
nuts by hand. Install the lug nuts with the beveled
edge inward.
12. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise and lower
the vehicle until it touches the ground. Tighten the
lug nuts firmly in an “X’’ pattern.
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6-23
To prevent the jack, jack handle, wheel lug nut, wrench
and spare tire from rattling while the vehicle is in
motion, store them properly.
WARNING - Wheel Studs
If the studs are damaged, they may lose their
ability to retain the wheel. This could lead to
the loss of the wheel and a collision.✽
NOTICE
Check the inflation pressures as soon as possible
after installing the spare tire. Adjust it to the
specified pressure, if necessary.
Standard Tire: 29 psi
Compact Spare Tire: 60 psi
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7-1
MAINTENANCEMaintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-5
Owner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10
Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-13
Engine Oil and Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-14
Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-16
Brakes and Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-20
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-21
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-22
Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-23
Lubricants and Fluids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-26
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-27
Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-28
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-31
Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-34
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-42
Lubricant Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-47
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Maintenance7-2Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-49
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-52
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Maintenance ServicesYou should exercise the utmost care to prevent damage
to your vehicle and/or injury to yourself whenever
performing any maintenance or inspection procedures.
Should you have any doubts concerning the inspection
or servicing of your vehicle, we strongly recommend
that you have an Authorized Kia Dealer perform this
work.
An Authorized Kia Dealer has factory-trained
technicians and genuine Kia parts to service your
vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service,
see an Authorized Kia Dealer.
Inadequate, incomplete or insufficient servicing may
result in operational problems with your vehicle that
could lead to vehicle damage, an accident or personal
injury.
Owner’s ResponsibilityMaintenance Service and Record Retention are the
owner’s responsibility.
You should retain documents to show that proper
maintenance has been performed on your vehicle in
accordance with the scheduled maintenance service
charts shown on the following pages. You need this
information to be able to establish your compliance
with the servicing and maintenance requirements of
your Kia warranties.
Detailed warranty information is provided in your
Warranty and Consumer Information Manual. Repairs
and adjustments required as a result of improper
maintenance or a lack of required maintenance are not
covered.
We recommend that such maintenance be performed
by an Authorized Kia Dealer using genuine Kia parts.
7-3
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Scheduled Maintenance ServiceAfter 96 months or 192,000 km (60,000 miles)
continue to follow the prescribed maintenance
intervals.Maintenance7-4
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEEngine Control systemI: Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary,
Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.
R: Replace or change.
NOTE :
Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.
7-5
(1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual.
(2) More frequent maintenance is required if driving under dusty conditions.
Kilometers or Time in Months, Whichever Comes First
km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Engine oil & engine oil filter RR RRRRRRRRRR RRRR
Drive belts (tension)III I
Cooling system hoses & connectionsIIII I
Engine coolant II IIIRIIIIIRIIII
Fuel filterR
Fuel tank cap, lines and hosesII
Fuel tank air filterIRIR I
Air cleaner element II IIIRIIIIIRIIII
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
x 1,000
(1)
(1)
(2)
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Maintenance7-6Engine Control System (cont.)I: Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary,
Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.
R: Replace or change.
Kilometers or Time in Months, Whichever Comes First
km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128
Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Ignition wiresII
Spark plugsRR
Idle speedIIIII
Engine timing beltR
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
x 1,000
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Chassis and BodyI: Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary,
Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.
R: Replace or change.
7-7
(1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual.
(3) More frequent maintenance is required if the vehicle is operated under any of the
following conditions.
a. Short-distance driving.
b. Driving on dusty roads.
c. Extensive idling or slow-speed driving in stop-and-go traffic.Kilometers or Time in Months, Whichever Comes First
km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Air conditioner compressor operation &
IIIII
refrigerant amount (if equipped)
Exhaust pipes, heat shield & mountingsIIII IIII
Front suspension ball jointsIIII
Brakes/clutch fluidIIIIIIIRIIIIIIIR
Front brake pads & discsIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Rear brake pads & discs/drumsIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Parking brakeII III II I
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
x 1,000
(1)
(3)
(3)
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Maintenance7-8Chassis and Body (cont.)I: Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary,
Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.
R: Replace or change.
Kilometers or Time in Months, Whichever Comes First
km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 104 112 120 128Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 52 56 60 64
Brake lines & connections (including booster)IIIIIManual transaxle oil
IIIRIIIRIIIRIIIR
Clutch & brake pedal free playI IIIIIIIIII IIIII
Automatic transaxle fluid
IIIRIIIRIIIRIIIR
Chassis & underbody bolts & nuts
I IIIIIIIIII IIIII
Tire condition & inflation pressure
I IIIIIIIIII IIIII
Wheel alignmentInspect when abnormal condition noted
Tire rotationSteering operation & linkageI IIIIIIIIII IIIII
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
x 1,000
Rotate the tires every 12,000 km (1)
(1)
(4)
(1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual.
(4) If necessary, rotate and balance the wheels.
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