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Scheduled maintenance service

Follow the Normal maintenance schedule if the vehicle is usually operated where none of the following conditions apply.

Follow the Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions if any of the following conditions apply.

  • Repeated driving short distance of less than 8 km (5 miles) in normal temperature or less than 16 km (10 miles) in freezing temperature.

  • Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances.

  • Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spread roads.

  • Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather.

  • Driving in heavy dust condition.

  • Driving in heavy traffic area.

  • Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly.

  • Using for towing or camping and driving with loading on the roof.

  • Driving for patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing.

  • Frequently driving under high speed or rapid acceleration/deceleration.

  • Frequently driving in stop-and-go condition.

  • Engine oil usage which is not recommended (Mineral type, Semi-synthetic, Lower grade spec, etc.)

If your vehicle is operated in any of the prior listed conditions, you should inspect, replace or refill more frequently, using the severe usage maintenance schedule instead of the normal usage maintenance schedule.

Normal maintenance schedule

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.

Item

Remark

*1*2

Engine oil and engine oil filter

  • As it is normal for engine oil to be consumed during driving, the engine oil level should be checked on regular basis.

  • The engine oil change interval for normal operating conditions is based on the use of the recommended engine specification. If the recommended engine oil specification is not used, then replace the engine oil according to the maintenance schedule under severe operating conditions.

  • Never add any additives to the engine oil. Engine oil additives can change the properties of engine oil and may cause serious engine failure.

*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 correct or replace.

*5

Spark plug

For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when you do maintenance of other items.

*6

Fuel filter cartridge (Diesel)

This maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality. It is applicable only when using a qualified fuel <"EN590 or equivalent">. If the diesel fuel specifications don’t meet the EN590, it must be replaced more frequently. Kia recommends "every 7,500 km (5,000 miles) inspection, every 15,000 km (10,000 miles) replacement". If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc., replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult a professional workshop. Kia recommends to consult an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.

*7

Engine oil and engine oil filter (For Diesel Engine)

  • 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 specifications don't meet the EN590, it must be replaced according to the severe maintenance schedule.

*

Transmission fluid

Transmission fluid should be changed anytime it has been submerged in water.

*8

Diesel particulate filter (DPF)

If the DPF is found to be clogged, DPF cleaning will be required.

Normal maintenance schedule

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.

I: Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.

R: Replace or change

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

1.5

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

Km X 1,000

1

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

Engine oil and engine oil filter*1*2

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5

I

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

Diesel

(Diesel) 1.5 VGT

Coolant (Engine)*3

Petrol, Diesel

At first, replace 100,000 km or 60 months

After that, replace every 20,000 km or 24 months

Drive belts (Engine)*4

Petrol

-

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Diesel

-

-

-

-

I

I

I

I

I

Vacuum hoses and crankcase ventilation hoses

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Spark plugs*5

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5

Replace every 150,000 km

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

Replace every 70,000 km

Automatic transmission (AT) fluid*

Diesel

At first, replace at 110,000 km, after that, replace every 100,000 km.

Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid*

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

No check, No service required

Intelligent variable transmission (IVT) fluid*

Petrol

No check, No service required

Manual transmission (MT) fluid*

Petrol, Diesel

-

-

-

-

-

-

I

-

-

Intelligent manual transmission (iMT) fluid*

Petrol, Diesel

-

-

-

-

-

-

I

-

-

Intelligent manual transmission (iMT) system clutch actuator fluid (ifequipped)

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

Intelligent manual transmission (iMT) system clutch tube and line (ifequipped)

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Drive shaft and boots

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Fuel lines, hoses and connections

Petrol

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Diesel

Fuel tank air filter

Petrol

Replace every 120 months or 160,000 km

Fuel filter

Petrol

-

-

I

-

R

-

I

-

R

Vapour hose and fuel filler cap

Petrol

-

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

Fuel filter cap

Diesel

-

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

Fuel filter cartridge*6

Diesel

-

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

Intercooler, in/out hose, air intake hose

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

-

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Air cleaner filter

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

Exhaust system

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Cooling system

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Air conditioner compressor/refrigerant

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Climate control air filter

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

R

I

R

I

R

I

R

Brake discs, pads and calipers

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Brake/clutch fluid

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

R

I

I

R

I

I

Parking brake

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Suspension ball joints

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Tyre (pressure & tread wear)

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Battery (12V) condition

Petrol, Diesel

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Urea solution line & connections

Diesel

-

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Urea solution filler cap

Diesel

-

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

Throttle body

Petrol

Inspect and clean if required

All electrical systems

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Brake pedal, clutch pedal

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Bolt and nuts on chassis and body

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Wheel alignment & balancing

Petrol, Diesel

-

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Warning lights operation & KDS system check

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Road test

Petrol, Diesel

Inspect if required

DPF Maintenance*8

Diesel

-

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Sunroof Channel/Drain-pipe inspection

Petrol, Diesel

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

  • Fuel filter (gasoline engine): The fuel filter is normally maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended during scheduled maintenance schedule to look for conditions caused by poor fuel quality.

    • If there safety risks such as fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc, replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an authorized Kia dealer for details.

Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions

The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars mainly used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.

I: Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace

R: Replace

Maintenance item

Maintenance operation

Maintenance intervals

Driving condition

Engine oil and engine oil filter

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5

R

Every 5,000 km or 6 months

A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

Diesel

(Diesel) 1.5 VGT

Spark plugs

Petrol

R

More frequently

A, B, F, G, H, I, K

Manual transmission (MT) fluid

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5

R

Every 120,000 km

C, D, F, G, H, I, J

Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

R

Every 120,000 km

C, D, F, G, H, I, J

Automatic transmission (AT) fluid

Diesel

(Diesel) 1.5 VGT

R

Every 90,000 km

A, C, F, G, H, I, J, K

Intelligent manual transmission (iMT) fluid

Diesel

(Diesel) 1.5 VGT

R

Every 120,000 km

C, D, F, G, H, I, J

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi

Intelligent variable transmission (IVT) fluid

Petrol

Smartstream G1.5

R

Every 90,000 km

A, C, F, G, H, I, J, K

Drive shafts and boots

Petrol, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

Air cleaner filter

Petrol, Diesel

R

More frequently

C, E

Climate control air filter

Petrol, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, E, G

Brake discs, pads and calipers

Petrol, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, D, E, G, H, I, J, K

Brake drums and linings

Petrol, Diesel

Not required since only disc brakes available in SP2i PE

Parking brake

Petrol, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, D, G, H

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

Petrol, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G

Suspension ball joints and mounting bolts

Petrol, Diesel

I

More frequently

C, D, E, G, H, I
Severe Driving Conditions

A: Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 8 km (5 miles) in normal temperature or less than 16 km (10 miles) in freezing temperature.

B: Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances.

C: Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spread roads.

D: Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather.

E: Driving in heavy dust condition.

F: Driving in heavy traffic area.

G: Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads repeatedly.

H: Using for towing or camping and driving with loading on the roof.

I: Driving for patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing.

J: Frequently driving under high speed or rapid acceleration/deceleration.

K: Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions.

L: Engine oil usage which is not recommended (Mineral type, Semi-synthetic, Lower grade spec, etc.)