engine coolant KIA Sorento 2015 3.G Owner's Guide

Maintenance28
7Vacuum crankcase ventilation
hoses (if equipped) Inspect the surface of hoses for evi-
dence of heat and/or mechanical
damage. Hard and brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and
excessive swelling indicate deterio-
ration. Particular attention should be
paid to examine those hose surfaces
nearest to high heat sources, such
as the exhaust manifold.
Inspect the hose routing to assure
that the hoses do not come in con-
tact with any heat source, sharp
edges or moving components which
might cause heat damage or
mechanical wear. Inspect all hose
connections, such as clamps and
couplings, to make sure they are
secure, and that no leaks are pres-
ent. Hoses should be replaced
immediately if there is any evidence
of deterioration or damage.
Air cleaner filterA Genuine Kia air cleaner filter is
recommended when the filter is
replaced.Spark plugsMake sure to install new spark plugs
of the correct heat range.Valve clearance (if equipped)Inspect for excessive valve noise
and/or engine vibration and adjust if
necessary. An authorized Kia dealer
should perform the operation.
Cooling systemCheck the cooling system compo-
nents, such as the radiator, coolant
reservoir, hoses and connections for
leakage and damage. Replace any
damaged parts.CoolantThe coolant should be changed at
the intervals specified in the mainte-
nance schedule.
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Maintenance
ENGINE COOLANTThe high-pressure cooling system
has a reservoir filled with year round
antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is
filled at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant level at least once a year, at
the beginning of the winter season,
and before traveling to a colder cli-
mate.
Checking the coolant level
(Continued)When you are sure all the
pressure has been released,
press down on the cap, using
a thick towel, and continue
turning counterclockwise to
remove it.
 Even if the engine is not oper- ating, do not remove the radi-
ator cap or the drain plug
while the engine and radiator
are hot. Hot coolant and
steam may still blow out
under pressure, causing seri-
ous injury.
WARNING
Removing radiator
cap
 Never attempt to remove theradiator cap while the engine
is operating or hot. Doing so
might lead to cooling system
and engine damage and could
result in serious personal
injury from escaping hot
coolant or steam.
 Turn the engine off and wait until it cools down. Use
extreme care when removing
the radiator cap. Wrap a thick
towel around it, and turn it
counterclockwise slowly to
the first stop. Step back while
the pressure is released from
the cooling system.
(Continued)
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7
Check the condition and connections
of all cooling system hoses and
heater hoses. Replace any swollen
or deteriorated hoses.
The coolant level should be filled
between F and L marks on the side
of the coolant reservoir when the
engine is cool.
If the coolant level is low, add enough
specified coolant to provide protec-
tion against freezing and corrosion.
Bring the level to F, but do not over-
fill. If frequent additions are required,
see an authorized Kia dealer for a
cooling system inspection.
Recommended engine coolant When adding coolant, use only
deionized water or soft water for
your vehicle and never mix hard
water in the coolant filled at the fac-
tory. An improper coolant mixture
can result in serious malfunction or
engine damage.
 The engine in your vehicle has alu- minum engine parts and must be
protected by an ethylene-glycol-
based coolant to prevent corrosion
and freezing.
 DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol coolant or mix them with the spec-
ified coolant.
 Do not use a solution that contains more than 60% antifreeze or less
than 35% antifreeze, which would
reduce the effectiveness of the
solution.
WARNING
The electric motor
(cooling fan) is con-
trolled by the engine
coolant temperature,
refrigerant pressure
and vehicle speed. It may some-
times operate even when the
engine is not running. Use
extreme caution when working
near the blades of the cooling
fan so that you are not injured
by a rotating fan blades. As the
engine coolant temperature
decreases, the electric motor
will automatically shut off. This
is a normal condition.
If your vehicle is equipped with
GDI, the electric motor (cooling
fan) may operate until you dis-
connect the negative battery
cable.
OXM079006
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Maintenance
For mixture percentage, refer to the
following table.
Changing the coolantHave the coolant changed by an
authorized Kia dealer according to
the Maintenance Schedule at the
beginning of this section.
OXMA073007
Ambient
Temperature Mixture Percentage
(volume)
Antifreeze Water-15°C (5°F)
35 65
-25°C (-13°F)
4060
-35°C (-31°F)
5050
-45°C (-49°F)
6040
CAUTION
Put a thick cloth around the
radiator cap before refilling thecoolant in order to prevent thecoolant from overflowing intoengine parts such as the alter-nator.
WARNING -
Coolant
 Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
 Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when
sprayed on the windshield
and may cause loss of vehicle
control or damage the paint
and body trim.
WARNING
Radiator cap
Do not remove the radiator cap
when the engine and radiator
are hot. Scalding hot coolant
and steam may blow out under
pressure which may result in
serious injury.
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Maintenance82
7CanisterFuel vapors generated inside the fuel
tank are absorbed and stored in the
onboard canister. When the engine is
running, the fuel vapors absorbed in
the canister are drawn into the surge
tank through the purge control sole-
noid valve.Purge Control Solenoid Valve
(PCSV)The purge control solenoid valve is
controlled by the Engine Control
Module (ECM); when the engine
coolant temperature is low during
idling, the PCSV closes so that evap-
orated fuel is not taken into the
engine. After the engine warms up
during ordinary driving, the PCSV
opens to introduce evaporated fuel to
the engine.
3. Exhaust emission control
systemThe Exhaust Emission Control
System is a highly effective system
which controls exhaust emissions
while maintaining good vehicle per-
formance.Vehicle modifications This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification of your vehicle could
affect its performance, safety or
durability and may even violate gov-
ernmental safety and emissions reg-
ulations.
In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from any modifi-
cation may not be covered under
warranty.
 If you use unauthorized electronic
devices, it may cause the vehicle to
operate abnormally, wire damage,
battery discharge and fire. For your
safety, do not use unauthorized
electronic devices.
Engine exhaust gas precautions
(carbon monoxide)  Carbon monoxide can be present with other exhaust fumes.
Therefore, if you smell exhaust
fumes of any kind inside your vehi-
cle, have it inspected and repaired
immediately. If you ever suspect
exhaust fumes are coming into
your vehicle, drive it only with all
the windows fully open. Have your
vehicle checked and repaired
immediately.
WARNING -
Exhaust
Engine exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide (CO). Though
colorless and odorless, it is
dangerous and could be lethal if
inhaled. Follow the instructions
on this page to avoid CO poi-
soning.
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Specifications & Consumer information68RECOMMENDED 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.
LubricantVolume Classification
Engine oil *
1*2
(drain and refill) 2.4 Engine
5.0
l(5.28 US qt.)
API Service SM*
3,
ILSAC GF-4 or above
3.3 Engine 5.7
l(6.02 US qt.)
Manual transaxle fluid 2.4 Engine 1.8
l(1.90 US qt.)
API GL-4, SAE 75W/85
Automatic transaxle fluid 2.4 Engine
7.1
l (7.50 US qt.) MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV, NOCA
ATF SP-IV Kia genuine ATF & SP-IV or other brands meeting the above specification approved by Kia motors corp.
3.3 Engine
7.8
l(8.24 US qt.)
Coolant 2.4 Engine
AT
7.4
l (7.8 US qt.)
Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water(Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
MT
7.1 l(7.5 US qt.)
3.3 Engine AT Without Trailer
Packege: 8.7
l
(9.2 US qt.)
With Trailer
Packege : 9.1 l
(9.6 US qt.)
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Index
Parking brake ..........................................................5-32
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..................................5-34
Electronic stability control (ESC) ............................5-36
Vehicle stability management ..................................5-40
Hill-start assist control (HAC) ..................................5-41
Brakes/clutch fluid ........................................................7-36
Bulb wattage ....................................................................8-3
Camera (Rear view) ....................................................4-106
Capacities (Lubricants) ....................................................8-6
Care ........................................................................\
........7-50 Tire care ....................................................................7-50\
Exterior care ..............................................................7-74
Interior care ..............................................................7-79
Center console storage ................................................4-146
Central door lock switch................................................4-23
Checking the parking brake ..........................................7-38
Checking tire inflation pressure ....................................7-51
Child restraint system ....................................................3-38 Seat belt ....................................................................3-40\
Tether anchor system ................................................3-43
Child-protector rear door lock ......................................4-24
Climate control air filter ................................................7-41
Clock ........................................................................\
....4-154
Clothes hanger ............................................................4-155
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ..............4-68 Compact spare tire ........................................................6-15
Compact spare tire replacement ....................................7-55
Coolant ........................................................................\
..7-33
Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ..................................7-33
Crankcase emission control system ..............................7-81
Cruise control system ....................................................5-44
Cruise control switch ................................................5-45
To set cruise control speed........................................5-45
Cup holder ..................................................................4-149
Curtain air bag ..............................................................3-67
Dashboard illumination, see instrument panel illumination ................................................................4-69
Dashboard, see instrument cluster ................................4-68
Day/night rearview mirror ............................................4-55
Daytime running light..................................................4-109
Defogging (Windshield) ..............................................4-142
Defogging logic ..........................................................4-144
Defroster (Rear window) ............................................4-120
Defrosting (Windshield) ..............................................4-142
Dimensions ......................................................................8-\
2
Display illumination, see instrument panel illumination ................................................................4-69
Displays, see instrument cluster ....................................4-68
Do not install a child restraint on the front passenger’s seat ................................................3-50C
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Index4IDoor locks......................................................................4-\
21Central door lock switch ..........................................4-23
Child-protector rear door lock ..................................4-24
Drinks holders, see cup holders ..................................4-149
Driver position memory system ......................................3-8 Storing positions..........................................................3-9
Recalling positions ......................................................3-9
Easy access function ................................................3-10
Driver's and passenger's front air bag............................3-60
Driving at night..............................................................5-60
Driving in flooded areas ................................................5-61
Driving in the rain ........................................................5-60
Driving off-road ............................................................5-61
DRL see Daytime running light ..................................4-109
Economical operation ....................................................5-55
Electric chromic mirror (ECM) ....................................4-56
Electric power steering ..................................................4-49
Electronic stability control (ESC) ................................5-36
Emergency starting ..........................................................6-5 Jump starting ..............................................................6-5 Emission control system ................................................7-81
Crankcase emission control system ..........................7-81
Evaporative emission control System ......................7-81
Exhaust emission control system ..............................7-82
Engine ........................................................................\
......8-2
Engine compartment ........................................................2-6
Engine coolant ..............................................................7-33
Engine Coolant Temperature guage ..............................4-72
Engine number ..............................................................8-10
Engine oil ......................................................................7-\
31
Engine overheats..............................................................6-7
Engine start/stop button ..................................................5-8 Engine start/stop button position ................................5-8
Engine start/stop button position ....................................5-8
Engine will not start ........................................................6-4
Evaporative emission control System ..........................7-81
Exhaust emission control system ..................................7-82
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ..............7-27
Exterior care ..................................................................7-74
Exterior overview (Front) ................................................2-2
Exterior overview (Rear) ................................................2-3E
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