engine oil KIA STINGER 2018 Owner's Manual

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If it is near or at L, add enough oil to
bring the level to F.Do not overfill.
Use a funnel to help prevent oil
from being spilled on engine com-
ponents.
Use only the specified engine oil. (Refer to “Recommended lubricantsand capacities” in chapter 8.)Changing the engine oil and
filter
Have engine oil and filter changed by
an authorized Kia dealer according
to the Maintenance Schedule at the
beginning of this chapter.
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■THETA II 2.0L T-GDI Engine (Gasoline)
■Lambda II 3.3L T-GDI Engine (Gasoline)
WARNING
Used engine oil may cause irri-
tation or cancer of the skin if
left in contact with the skin for
prolonged periods of time.
Always protect your skin by
washing your hands thoroughly
with soap and warm water as
soon as possible after handling
used oil.

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BRAKE FLUID
Checking the brake fluid level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX (Maximum) and MIN
(Minimum) 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 (Maximum) level. The level will
fall with accumulated mileage. This is
a normal condition associated with
the wear of brake linings. If the fluid
level is excessively low, have the
brake system checked by an author-
ized Kia dealer.
Use only the specified brake fluid.
(Refer to “Recommended lubricantsand capacities” in chapter 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 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.
Brake fluid, which has been exposed
to open air for an extended time
should never be used as its quality
cannot be guaranteed. It should be
disposed of properly.
CAUTION - Brake fluid
Do not allow brake fluid to con-tact the vehicle's body paint, aspaint damage will result.
CAUTION - Proper fluid
Only use brake fluid in brakesystem. Small amounts ofimproper fluids (such as engineoil) can cause damage to thebrake system.
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Maintenance
Recharging the battery
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,
calcium-based battery.
If the battery becomes dischargedin a short time (because, for exam-
ple, the headlamps or interior
lamps were left on while the vehi-
cle 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. 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 charging, and stop or reduce the charging
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 terminal.
3. Unhook the positive clamp from the positive battery terminal. 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 disconnected.

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FUSES
❈ Left side : Normal , Right side : Blown
A vehicle’s electrical system is pro-
tected from electrical overload dam-
age by fuses.
This vehicle has 4 (or 5) fuse panels,
one located in the driver’s side panel
bolster, the other in the engine com-
partment near the battery.
If any of your vehicle’s lights, acces-
sories, or controls do not work, check
the appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse
has blown, the element inside the
fuse will melt.
If the electrical system does not
work, first check the driver’s side
fuse panel.
Always replace a blown fuse with
one of the same rating.
If the replacement fuse blows, this
indicates an electrical problem. Avoid
using the system involved and imme-
diately consult an authorized Kia
dealer.
Three kinds of fuses are used: blade
type for lower amperage rating, car-tridge type, and multi fuse for higheramperage ratings.
Do not arbitrarily modify or add-on electric wiring to the vehicle.
WARNING- Fuse replace-
ment
Never replace a fuse with any- thing but another fuse of the
same rating.
A higher capacity fuse could cause damage and possibly a
fire.
Never install a wire or alu- minum foil instead of the
proper fuse - even as a tem-
porary repair. It may cause
extensive wiring damage and
a possible fire.
CAUTION
Do not use a screwdriver or anyother metal object to removefuses because it may cause ashort circuit and damage thesystem.
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Blade type
■ Cartridge type
■ Multi fuse
■ Fusible link

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Fuse NameFuse ratingCircuit Protected
ALT175A
200AAlternator, Multi Fuse
- COOLING FAN 1 / B+5 / B+4 / B+3 / OPCU / ESC1 / ESC2 / BLOWER / POWER TAIL GATE
COOLING FAN 2125A[BLDC (Brushless Direct Current) Motor] Cooling Fan Controller
START30AStart Relay
COOLING FAN 180A[BLDC (Brushless Direct Current) Motor] Cooling Fan Controller
B+550AInstrument Panel Junction Block
(Fuse - STOP LAMP / Leak Current Autocut Device Fuse / INTERIOR LAMP)
B+450AInstrument Panel Junction Block
(Fuse - DOOR LOCK / POWER HANDLE / SUNROOF / P/SEAT (DRV) / P/SEAT (PASS))
B+350AInstrument Panel Junction Block
(Fuse - S/HEATER DRV/PASS / TAIL GATE / MODULE9 / P/WINDOW RH / P/WINDOW LH)
OPCU50AElectric Oil Pump Inverter
ESC 140AESC (Electronic Stability Control) Control Module
ESC 240AESC (Electronic Stability Control) Control Module, Multipurpose Check Connector
BLOWER40ABlower Relay
POWER TAIL GATE30APower Tail Gate Module
Engine room compartment fuse panel

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Fuse NameFuse ratingCircuit Protected
E-CVVT 220A[THETA II 2.0L T-GDI Engine] ECM (Engine Control Module)
ESC 310AESC (Electronic Stability Control) Control Module, Multipurpose Check Connector
ECU 310AECM (Engine Control Module)
ECU 215AECM (Engine Control Module)
HORN20AHorn Relay
WIPER 130AWiper Power Relay
TCU 215ATCM (Transmission Control Module)
SENSOR 410ABrake Vacuum Switch, Vacuum Pump Relay, Electric Oil Pump Inverter
TCU 120ATCM (Transmission Control Module)
WIPER 210AIBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), ECM (Electronic Control Module)
SENSOR 115ARear Sub Junction Block (Fuel Pump Relay)
SENSOR520A[THETA II 2.0L T-GDI Engine] Ignition Coil #1/#2/#3/#4
[Lambda II 3.3L T-GDI Engine] Ignition Coil #1/#2/#3/#4/#5/#6

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Fuse NameFuse ratingCircuit Protected
H/LAMP HI10AHead Lamp (High) Relay
ECU 120AECM (Engine Control Module)
SENSOR 315A[THETA II 2.0L T-GDI Engine] Oxygen Sensor (Up)
[Lambda II 3.3L T-GDI Engine] Oxygen Sensor #2/#4
SENSOR 210A
[THETA II 2.0L T-GDI Engine] Electronic Thermostat, Oil Control Valve, Purge Control Solenoid Valve,
RCV (Recirculation Valve Control) Control Solenoid Valve, Canister Close Valve
[Lambda II 3.3L T-GDI Engine] Electronic Thermostat, Oil Pressure Solenoid Valve, Oil Control Valve
#1/#2/#3/#4 (Intake/Exhaust), RCV (Recirculation Valve Control) Control Solenoid Valve, Purge Control
Solenoid Valve, Canister Close Valve
B/ALARM HORN10ABurglar Alarm Horn Relay

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High-pressure washing
When using high-pressure wash-
ers, make sure to maintain suffi-
cient distance from the vehicle.
Insufficient clearance or excessive
pressure can lead to component
damage or water penetration.
Do not spray the camera, sensors or its surrounding area directly with
a high pressure washer. Shock
applied from high pressure water
may cause the device to not oper-
ate normally.
Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or plastic covers) or
connectors as they may be dam-
aged if they come into contact with
high pressure water. 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 main-
tain its luster.
Removing oil, tar, and similar materi-
als 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 wax-
ing.
Do not apply wax on embossed
unpainted unit, as it may tarnish the
unit.
CAUTION - Wet engine
Water washing in the engine
compartment including highpressure water washing maycause the failure of electricalcircuits located in the enginecompartment.
Never allow water or other liq- uids to come in contact withelectrical/electronic compo-nents inside the vehicle asthis may damage them.
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Specifications & Consumer information
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 VolumeClassification
Engine oil *1*2
(drain and refill)
Recommends
Gasoline Engine
Lambda II 3.3 T-GDI6.9 l (7.29 US qt.)API SM/ILSAC GF-4 above/
SW-30 above
Theta II 2.0 T-GDI5.7 l (6.02 US qt.)ACEA C2 (or ABOVE)
Automatic transaxle
fluidGasoline
Engine 2.0 T-GDI
9.2 l (9.71 US qt.)GS ATF SP-IV-RR
KIA genuine ATF SP-IV-RR
3.3 T-GDI
CoolantGasoline Engine2.0 T-GDI8.8 l (9.29 US qt.)Mixture of antifreeze and distilled
water
(Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
3.3 T-GDI11.6 l (12.25 US qt.)
Brake fluid0.395 l (0.42 US qt.)FMVSS116 DOT 3 or DOT 4

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Lubricant VolumeClassification
Rear differential oil (without LSD)
(2.0 T-GDI) *31.2 l (1.27 US qt.)HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5 SAE 75W/85
(SK HK SYN GEAR OIL 75W85)
Rear differential oil (without LSD)
(3.3 T-GDI) *31.3 l (1.37 US qt.)
Rear differential oil (with LSD)
(2.0 T-GDI) *3*41.3 l (1.37 US qt.)HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5 SAE 75W/85
(SK HK SYN LSD GEAR OIL 75W85)
Rear differential oil (with LSD)
(3.3 T-GDI) *3*41.4 l (1.48 US qt.)
Front differential oil *3
(AWD)0.7 l (0.74 US qt.)HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5 SAE 75W/85
(SK HK SYN GEAR OIL 75W85)
Transfer oil
(AWD)Gear/ Clutch0.57 l (0.60 US qt.)
SHELL TF 0870B
Actuator0.25 l (0.26 US qt.)
FuelGasoline Engine60 l (63.36 US qt.)Refer to Fuel requirements in chapter 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: Regardless of oil change intervals, replace oil immediately if Rear-Differential or Front-Differential is submerged.
*4: Be sure to inject oil for exclusive use of LSD when replacing Rear Differential (for LSD) Oil.
*5: If the API SM engine oil is not available, you can use API SN or above.
*6: If the ILSAC GF-4 engine oil is not available, you can use ILSAC GF-5 or above.