oil KIA SORENTO 2010 Owner's Guide

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Maintenance
POWER STEERING FLUID
Checking the power steering fluid
level
With the vehicle on level ground, check
the fluid level in the power steering reser-
voir periodically. The fluid should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the reservoir at the normal tem-
perature.
Before adding power steering fluid, thor- oughly clean the area around the reser-
voir cap to prevent power steering fluidcontamination.
If the level is low, add fluid to the MAX
level.
✽✽ NOTICE
Check that the fluid level is in the
"HOT" range on the reservoir. If the
fluid is cold, check that it is in the
"COLD" range.
In the event the power steering system requires frequent addition of fluid, the
vehicle should be inspected by an
authorized KIA dealer.
Use only the specified power steering fluid. (Refer to "Recommended lubricants or capacities" in section 8.)
Checking the power steering hose
Check the connections for oil leaks, dam-
age and twists in the power steering
hose before driving.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the power
steering pump, do not operate thevehicle for prolonged periodswith a low power steering fluidlevel.
Never start the engine when the reservoir tank is empty.
When adding fluid, be careful that dirt does not get into the tank.
Too little fluid can result in increased steering effort and/or
noise from the power steeringsystem.
The use of the non-specified fluid could reduce the effectiveness ofthe power steering system and
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Battery recharging
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,
calcium-based battery.
If the battery becomes discharged in a
short time (because, for example, the
headlights or interior lights were left on
while the vehicle was not in use),
recharge it by slow charging (trickle)
for 10 hours.
If the battery gradually discharges because of high electric load while the
vehicle is being used, recharge it at 20-
30A for two hours. Reset items
Items should be reset after the battery
has been discharged or the battery hasbeen disconnected.
Auto up/down window (See section 4)
Sunroof (See section 4)
Trip computer (See section 4)
Climate control system
(See section 4)
Clock (See section 4)
Audio (See section 4)
WARNING - Recharging
battery
When recharging the battery,
observe the following precautions:
The battery must be removed from the vehicle and placed in an area with good ventilation.
Do not allow cigarettes, sparks, or flame near the battery.
Watch the battery during charg- ing, and stop or reduce the charg-
ing rate if the battery cells begin
gassing (boiling) violently or if
the temperature of the electrolyte
of any cell exceeds 49°C (120°F).
Wear eye protection when check- ing the battery during charging.
Disconnect the battery charger in the following order.
1. Turn off the battery charger main switch.
2. Unhook the negative clamp from the negative battery termi- nal.
3. Unhook the positive clamp from the positive battery terminal.WARNING
Before performing maintenance or recharging the battery, turn off all accessories and stop the
engine.
The negative battery cable must be removed first and installed
last when the battery is discon-nected.(Continued)
The electrical ignition systemworks with high voltage. Never
touch these components with theengine running or the ignition
switched on.
Failure to follow the above warn-
ings can result in serious bodily
injury or death.

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Inner fuse panel (Instrument panel)
1 15A REAR SEAT WARMER LH, RH
2 20A DOOR LOCK, TAILGATE
3 10A THEFT ALARM HORN
4 7.5A RHEOSTAT, IMS
5 10A CLUSTER, SMART KEY, RSE MONITOR, TPMS, AUDIO, REAR PARKING ASSIST SYSTEM
BUZZER, ESP SWITCH, DBC SWITCH, DBC RELAY 'S1', AUTO HLLD SENSOR(4),
HLLD ACTUATOR
6 10A SPORT MODE SWITCH, 4WD ECU
7 20A HEAD LAMP WASHER
8 20A REAR AIR CONDITIONING MOTOR
9 7.5A AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM, CLUSTER IONIZER, HEAD LAMP WASHER RELAY,
PDM UNIT, FUSIBLE LINK BOX(PTC-3 RELAY'S1'), RAIN SENSOR(1),
SUNROOF MOTOR UNIT(3), ECM(10)
10 15A REAR WIPER, WASHER
11 10A OIL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT(4), PDM UNIT(B9), SMART KEY ECU (A14), 4WD ECU(4), TCU(K3),
GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR, POWER WINDOW
No. Symbol Fuse rating Protected component
RR
3
2
RR
1

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Engine compartment main fuse panel
1 30A ECU 20A, SENSOR 1 10A, SENSOR 2 10A, SENSOR 3 10A, SENSOR 4 15A, PCU(2.4L ENGINE)20A
2
10A
3
10A
4 ECU(K3) ECU(K5) ECU(K6)
IGNITION COILCONDENSOR
IGNITION COILCONDENSOR
COOLING FAN1 RELAY IMMOBILIZER(4) CAMSHAFT POSITION SEN-
SOR 1 T2(1) CAMSHAFT POSITION SEN-
SOR 2 T2(1)
COOLING FAN 1 RELAY
PURGE CONTROL SOLENOID
VALVE(1) IMMOBILIZER(4) CRANKSHAFT POSITION SEN- SOR T2(1)PURGE CONTROL SOLENOID
VALVE
COOLING RELAY'S1' IMMOBILIZER(4) PCU(A99)
STOP SWITCH(3-N.C) STOP SWITCH(3-N.C)
10A
5 LAMBDA SENSOR(2) CRANKSHAFT POSITION SEN- SOR SENSOR DSL(3)INJECTION 1 T2(1)
INJECTION 3 T2(1)
INJECTION 2 T2(1)
INJECTION 4 T2(1)INJECTION 6
INJECTION HARNESS, INJECTION 4 PCU(A75) INJECTION 2
No. Symbol Fuse rating Protected component
DIESEL 2.4 GASOLINE 3.5 GASOLINE
ECU
3
SENSO
R1
SENSO
R2
SENSO
R3

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Headlight bulb1. Open the hood.
2. Loosen the retaining bolts and remove
the headlight assembly from the body
of the vehicle.
3. Disconnect the power connector from the back of the headlight assembly.
(Continued)
If a bulb becomes damaged orcracked, replace it immediately
and carefully dispose of it.
Wear eye protection when chang- ing a bulb. Allow the bulb to cool
down before handling it.
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WARNING - Halogen bulbs
Halogen bulbs contain pressur-
ized gas that will produce flying
pieces of glass if broken.
Always handle them carefully, and avoid scratches and abra-
sions. If the bulbs are lit, avoid
contact with liquids. Never touchthe glass with bare hands.
Residual oil may cause the bulb
to overheat and burst when lit. A
bulb should be operated onlywhen installed in a headlight.
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Maintenance
Waxing
Wax the vehicle when water will no longer bead on the paint.
Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing. Use a good quality liquid or
paste wax, and follow the manufacturer’s
instructions. Wax all metal trim to protect
it and to maintain its luster.
Removing oil, tar, and similar materials
with a spot remover will usually strip the
wax from the finish. Be sure to re-wax
these areas even if the rest of the vehicle
does not yet need waxing.Finish damage repair
Deep scratches or stone chips in the
painted surface must be repaired
promptly. Exposed metal will quickly rust
and may develop into a major repair
expense.
✽✽NOTICE
If your vehicle is damaged and requires
any metal repair or replacement, be sure
the body shop applies anti-corrosion
materials to the parts repaired or
replaced.
Bright-metal maintenance
To remove road tar and insects, use a tar remover, not a scraper or other
sharp object.
To protect the surfaces of bright-metal parts from corrosion, apply a coating of
wax or chrome preservative and rub to
a high luster.
During winter weather or in coastal areas, cover the bright metal parts with
a heavier coating of wax or preserva-
tive. If necessary, coat the parts with
non-corrosive petroleum jelly or other
protective compound.
CAUTION
Wiping dust or dirt off the body
with a dry cloth will scratch the
finish.
Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergentscontaining highly alkaline orcaustic agents on chrome-plated
or anodized aluminum parts. Thismay result in damage to the pro-tective coating and cause discol-oration or paint deterioration.

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Interior care
Interior general precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as per- fume and cosmetic oil from contacting
the dashboard because they may cause
damage or discoloration. If they do con-tact the dashboard, wipe them off imme-
diately. See the instructions for the prop-
er way to clean vinyl.
Cleaning the upholstery and interiortrim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl surfaces with a vinyl cleaner.
Fabric
Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.Clean with a mild soap solution recom-
mended for upholstery or carpets.
Remove fresh spots immediately with a
fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do not
receive immediate attention, the fabriccan be stained and its color can be
affected. Also, its fire-resistant properties
can be reduced if the material is not
properly maintained.
Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt web-bing
Clean the belt webbing with any mild
soap solution recommended for cleaning
upholstery or carpet. Follow the instruc-
tions provided with the soap. Do not
bleach or re-dye the webbing because
this may weaken it.
Cleaning the interior window glass
If the interior glass surfaces of the vehi-
cle become fogged (that is, covered with
an oily, greasy or waxy film), they should
be cleaned with a glass cleaner. Followthe directions on the glass cleaner con-
tainer.CAUTION
Never allow water or other liquids
to come in contact withelectrical/electronic componentsinside the vehicle as this may dam-age them.
CAUTION
When cleaning leather products
(steering wheel, seats etc.), useneutral detergents or low alcoholcontent solutions. If you use highalcohol content solutions or
acid/alkaline detergents, the color of the leather may fade or the sur-face may get stripped off.CAUTION
Using anything but recommended
cleaners and procedures may affectthe fabric’s appearance and fire-resistant properties.
CAUTION
Do not scrape or scratch the insideof the rear window. This may result in damage of the rear windowdefroster grid.

Specifications & Consumer information
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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct
lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
Lubricant Volume Classification
2.4L 4.6 l (4.86 US qt.)
API Service SM*3
,
Gasoline Engine
3.5L 5.2 l (5.49 US qt.) ILSAC GF-4 or above
with DPF *
46.7
l (7.08 US qt.) ACEA C3
Diesel Engine 6.7 l (7.08 US qt.)
without DPF * 4ACEA B4
Manual transaxle Gasoline Engine 2.4L 1.8 l(1.90 US qt.)
API GL-4, SAE 75W/85
fluid Diesel Engine 1.6 l(1.69 US qt.)
Automatic 2.4L 7.1
l (7.50 US qt.) MICHANG ATF SP-IV
transaxle fluid Gasoline Engine
3.5L 7.8 l (8.24 US qt.) SK ATF SP-IV
Diesel Engine 2.0L 7.8
l (8.24 US qt.) NOCA ATF SP-IV
2.2L 7.7 l (8.14 US qt.) KIA genuine ATF SP-IV
Power steering 1.0 l (1.06 US qt.) PSF-3
Gasoline Engine 2.4LMT 6.5
l (6.87 US qt.)
Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water
AT 6.6
l (6.97 US qt.)
Coolant 3.5L AT 8.6 l (9.09 US qt.)
Diesel Engine MT 8.6
l (9.09 US qt.) (Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
AT 9.0 l (9.51 US qt.)
Engine oil *1 *2
(drain and refill) Recommends -
For Europe

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LubricantVolume Classification
Brake fluid 0.7~0.8
l
FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
(0.7~0.8 US qt.)
Rear differential oil 0.7 l (0.74 US qt.) HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE 75W/90
(SHELL SPIRAX X or equivalent)
Transfer case oil Gasoline Engine 2.4L
0.6 (0.63 US qt.)
HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE 75W/90
(4WD) 3.5L
0.7 (0.74 US qt.)
Diesel Engine 0.6 (0.63 US qt.)(SHELL SPIRAX X or equivalent)
Fuel 70 l (18.49 US gal.) Refer to “Fuel requirements” in section 1
*1
Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
* 2
Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel economy by reducing
the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’s
time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
* 3
If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
* 4
Diesel Particulate Filter
MT : Manual transaxle
AT : Automatic transaxle

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Recommended SAE viscosity
number Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an
effect on fuel economy and cold weather
operating (engine start and engine oil
flowability). Lower viscosity engine oils
can provide better fuel economy and cold
weather performance, however, higher
viscosity engine oils are required for sat-
isfactory lubrication in hot weather. Using
oils of any viscosity other than those rec-ommended could result in engine dam-
age.When choosing an oil, consider the range
of temperature your vehicle will be oper-
ated in before the next oil change.Proceed to select the recommended oil
viscosity from the chart.
CAUTION
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug, or
dipstick before checking or drain- ing any lubricant. This is especiallyimportant in dusty or sandy areasand when the vehicle is used on
unpaved roads. Cleaning the plugand dipstick areas will prevent dirtand grit from entering the engine and other mechanisms that could
be damaged.
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature
Gasoline
Engine Oil * 1°C
(°F)-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 -10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
Diesel
Engine Oil
5W-30
15W-40
10W-30
0W-30/40
* 1
: For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE
5W-20* 2
(API 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.
* 2
: In Middle East, do not use the engine oil of viscosity grade SAE 5W-20.
20W-50
10W-30
15W-40
5W-20 * 2
, 5W-30