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Maintenance

FUEL FILTER (FOR DIESEL)

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CAUTION

Draining water from the fuel filter

If the water accumulated in the fuel

filter is not drained at proper times,

damages to the major parts such as

the fuel system can be caused by

water permeation in the fuel filter.

The fuel filter for diesel engine plays an

important role of separating water from

fuel and accumulating the water in its

bottom.

If water accumulates in the fuel filter, the

warning light comes on when the ignition

switch is in the ON position. If this warn-

ing light illuminates, take your car to an

authorized Kia dealer and have the sys-

tem checked.

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• Place a water trap under the fuel filter.

• Loosen the drain plug and drain the

water.

• After water is drained, securely tighten

the drain plug.

• After starting the engine, check to

make sure the fuel filter warning light is

off.

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Maintenance

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Extracting air from the fuel filter

Fuel filter cartridge replacement

If you drive until you have no fuel left or if

you replace the fuel filter, be sure to

extract air from the fuel system as it

makes it difficult to start the engine.

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NOTICE

When replacing the fuel filter cartridge,

use KIA genuine parts.

1. Remove the air vent bolt from the fuel

filter.

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2. Pump up and down until the fuel flows

out of the plug opening.

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NOTICE

• Use cloths when you extract air so that

the fuel is not sprayed around.

• Clean the fuel around the fuel filter or

the injection pump before starting the

engine to prevent fire.

• Finally, check each part if the fuel is

leaking.

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Maintenance -> Fuel filter (for diesel) for Your Kia Picanto 4 Door First Generation (2004-2010)

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