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•Working under the hood with theengine running is dangerous. It be‐comes even more dangerous whenyou wear jewelry or loose clothing.These can become entangled inmoving parts and result in injury.Therefore, if you must run the en‐gine while working under the hood,make certain that you remove alljewelry (especially rings, bracelets,watches, and necklaces) and allneckties, scarves, and similar looseclothing before getting near theengine or cooling fans.
CAUTION
•Do not put heavy objects or applyexcessive force on top of the en‐gine cover (if equipped) or fuel re‐lated parts.
•When you inspect the fuel system(fuel lines and fuel injection devi‐ces), contact a professional work‐shop. Kia recommends to visit anauthorized Kia dealer/service part‐ner.
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•Do not drive long time with the en‐gine 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 elec‐tric shock from the electric cur‐rent.
•When you remove the interior trimcover with a flat bed (-) driver, becareful not to damage the cover.
•Be careful when you replace andclean bulbs to avoid burns or elec‐trical shock.
Maintenance
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OWNER MAINTENANCE
The following lists are vehicle checks
and inspections that should be per‐
formed at the frequencies indicated to help ensure safe, dependable operation
of your vehicle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your dealer as soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance Checks are
generally not covered by warranties
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 the coolant level in the coolant reservoir.
• Check the windshield washer fluid level.
• Look for low or under-inflated tires.
WARNING
Be careful when checking your en‐gine coolant level when the engine ishot. Scalding hot coolant and steam
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may blow out under pressure. Thiscould cause burns or other seriousinjury.
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 steering
effort or looseness in the steering
wheel, or change in its straight-
ahead position.
• Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or L

Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Gasoline Engine [For Europe (Except Russia)]
The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission control and performance. Keep receipts forall vehicle emission services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the frequency of service is
determined by whichever occurs first.
NO.ITEMREMARK
*1 Engine oil and engine oil filter Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km (350 miles) or before start‐ ing a long trip.
*2 Coolant (Engine) When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle
and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at the factory. An improper
coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
*3 Drive belts (Engine) • Adjust alternator, water pump and air conditioner (if equipped) drive belt.
Inspect and if necessary repair or replace.
• Inspect drive belt tensioner, idler and alternator pulley and if necessary cor‐ rect or replace.
*4 Valve clearance Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if neces‐
sary. In this case, have the system checked by a professional workshop. Kia
recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
*5 Spark plug For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you domaintenance of other items.
*6 Manual transaxle fluid Manual transaxle fluid should be changed anytime it has been submerged in
water.
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Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Gasoline Engine [For Europe (Except Russia)] (continued)
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Gasoline Engine [For Europe (Except Russia)]
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Miles×1,0001020304050607080
Km×1,000153045607590105120
MAINTENANCE ITEM
Engine oil and engine oil filter *1 Kappa 1.0L T-GDI
Replace every 15,000 km(10,000 miles) or 12 months
Kappa 1.2L MPI Kappa 1.4L MPI
Coolant (Engine) *2
At first, Replace 210,000 km (140,000 miles) or 120 months
after that, Replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
Drive belts (Engine) *3
At first, Inspect 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months
after that, Inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
Valve clearance *4
Kappa 1.0L T-GDI - - - - - I - -
Vacuum hoses and crankcase ventilation hoses - I - I - I - I Spark plugs *5 Kappa 1.0L T-GDI Replace every 75,000 km (50,000 miles)
Kappa 1.2L MPI Replace every 150,000 km (100,000 miles)
Kappa 1.4L MPI Replace every 150,000 km (100,000 miles)
Automatic transaxle fluid - - - I - - - I Manual transaxle fluid *6
- - - I - - - I
Drive shaft and boots - I - I - I - I
Maintenance
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Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions - For Gasoline Engine [For Europe (Except Russia)]
MAINTENANCE ITEMMAINTENANCE OP‐ERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING CONDI‐TION
Engine oil and engine oil filter Kappa 1.0L T-GDI
REvery 7,500 km (5,000 miles) or 6
months A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
H, I, J, K
Kappa 1.2L MPI Kappa 1.4L MPI
Spark plugs RReplace more frequently depending on
the condition B, H, I, K
Automatic transaxle fluid R Every 90,000 km (60,000 miles) A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I,
J
Manual transaxle fluid R Every 120,000 km (80,000 miles) C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
Drive shaft and boots I Inspect more frequently depending on
the condition C, D, E, F, G, H, I ,J
Air cleaner filter RReplace more frequently depending on
the condition C, E
Climate control air filter R Replace more frequently depending on
the condition C, E, G
Brake discs and pads, calipers and rotors I Inspect more frequently depending on
the condition C, D, E, G, H
Brake drums and linings I Inspect more frequently depending on
the condition C, D, E, G, H
Parking brake IInspect more frequently depending on
the condition C, D, G, H
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots I Inspect more frequently depending on
the condition C, D, E, F, G


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Maintenance

Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Gasoline Engine [Except Europe (Including Russia)]
The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission control and performance. Keep receipts for
all vehicle emission services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the frequency of service is
determined by whichever occurs first.
NO.ITEMREMARK
*1 Engine oil and engine oil filter Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km (350 miles) or before start‐ ing a long trip.
*2 Coolant (Engine) When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle
and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at the factory. An improper
coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
*3 Drive belts (Engine) • Adjust alternator, water pump and air conditioner (if equipped) drive belt.
Inspect and if necessary repair or replace.
• Inspect drive belt tensioner, idler and alternator pulley and if necessary cor‐ rect or replace.
*4 Valve clearance Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if neces‐
sary. In this case, have the system checked by a professional workshop. Kia
recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
*5 Spark plug For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you domaintenance of other items.
*6 Manual transaxle fluid Manual transaxle fluid should be changed anytime it has been submerged in
water.


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Maintenance

Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Gasoline Engine [Except Europe (Including Russia)] (continued)
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Gasoline Engine [Except Europe (Including Russia)]
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496
Miles×1,0001020304050607080
Km×1,000153045607590105120
MAINTENANCE ITEM
Engine oil and engine oil filter *1Kappa 1.0L T-GDI
Except China : Replace every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12
months
For China : Replace every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months
Kappa 1.2L MPI Except Middle East, Central & South America, India, Libia, Iran, Al‐ geria, Sudan, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, China :
Replace every 15,000 km(10,000 miles) or 12 months
For Middle East, Central & South America, India, Libia, Iran, Algeria, Sudan, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt :
Replace every 10,000 km (6,500 miles) or 12 months
For China : Replace every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months
Kappa 1.4L MPI
Coolant (Engine) *2
At first, Replace 210,000 km (140,000 miles) or 120 months
after that, Replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
Drive belts (Engine) *3
- I - I - I - I
Valve clearance *4
Kappa 1.0L T-GDI - - - - - I - -
Vacuum hoses and crankcase ventilation hoses - I - I - I - I

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Maintenance

Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions - For Gasoline Engine [Except Europe (Including Russia)]
MAINTENANCE ITEMMAINTENANCE OP‐ERATIONMAINTENANCE IN‐TERVALSDRIVING CONDITION
Engine oil and en‐ gine oil filter Kappa 1.0L T-GDI
Except China R
Every 5,000 km
(3,000 miles) or 6 months A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H,
I, J, K
For China R Every 5,000 km
(3,000 miles) or 3 months A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H,
I, J, K
Kappa 1.2L MPI,Kappa 1.4L MPI Except Middle East,Central & SouthAmerica, India, Li‐
bia, Iran, Algeria,
Sudan, Morocco,
Tunisia, Egypt, Chi‐na
R
Every 7,500 km
(5,000 miles) or 6 months A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H,
I, J, K
For Middle East,Central & SouthAmerica, India, Li‐
bia, Iran, Algeria,
Sudan, Morocco,
Tunisia, Egypt R
Every 5,000 km
(3,000 miles) or 6 months A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H,
I, J, K
For China R Every 5,000 km
(3,000 miles) or 3 months A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H,
I, J, K
Spark plugs RReplace more fre‐
quently depending on the condition B, H, I, K


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Maintenance

Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Diesel Engine [For Europe (Except Russia)]
The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission control and performance. Keep receipts for
all vehicle emission services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the frequency of service is determined by whichever occurs first.
NO.ITEMREMARK
*1 Engine oil and engine oil filter Check the engine oil level and leak every 500 km (350 miles) or before start‐ ing a long trip.
*2 Engine oil and engine oil filter (For
Diesel Engine) • If the recommended oil is not available, replace engine oil and engine oil fil‐
ter every 20,000 km or 12 months.
• The engine oil level should be checked regularly and maintained properly. Operating with an insufficient amount oil can damage the engine, and such
damage is not covered by warranty.
• This maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality. It is applicable only when using a qualified fuel <"EN590 or equivalent">. If the diesel fuel speci‐
fications don't meet the EN590, it must be replaced according to the severe maintenance schedule.
*3 Coolant (Engine) When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle
and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at the factory. An improper
coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
*4 Drive belts (Engine) • Adjust alternator, water pump and air conditioner (if equipped) drive belt.
Inspect and if necessary repair or replace.
• Inspect drive belt tensioner, idler and alternator pulley and if necessary cor‐ rect or replace.
*5 Manual transaxle fluid Manual transaxle fluid should be changed anytime it has been submerged in
water.
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Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Diesel Engine [For Europe (Except Russia)] (continued)
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
Normal Maintenance Schedule - For Diesel Engine [For Europe (Except Russia)]
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months24487296120144168192
Miles×1,00020406080100120140160
Km×1,000306090120150180210240
MAINTENANCE ITEM
Engine oil and engine oil filter *1 ,*2 U-II 1.4L, U-II
1.6L R R R R R R R R
Coolant (Engine) *3
At first, Replace 210,000 km (140,000 miles) or 120 months
after that, Replace every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
Drive belts (Engine) *4
At first, Inspect 90,000 km (60,000 miles) or 48 months
after that, Inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24months
Automatic transaxle fluid - I - I - I - I Manual transaxle fluid *5
- I - I - I - I
Drive shaft and boots I I I I I I I IFuel filter cartridge (Diesel) *6
I R I R I R I R
Fuel lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I
Air cleaner filter I R I R I R I R
Exhaust system I I I I I I I I
Cooling system At first, Inspect 60,000 km (40,000 miles) or 48 months
after that, Inspect every 30,000 km (20,000 miles) or 24 months
Air conditioner compressor/refrigerant I I I I I I I I
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