Introduction
Vehicle modifications
Fuel Additives
Vehicle modifications
Kia recommends that you use unleaded
This vehicle should not be modified.
petrol which has an octane rating of
Modification of your vehicle could affect
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RON (Research Octane Number) 95 /
its performance, safety or durability and
AKI (Anti Knock Index) 91 or higher (for
may even violate governmental safety
Europe) or Octane Rating of RON (Rea-
and emissions regulations.
search Octane Number) 91 / AKI (Anti-
In addition, damage or performance
Knock Index) 87 or higher (except
problems resulting from any modifica-
Europe).
tion may not be covered under warranty.
For customers who do not use good
僅 If you use unauthorised electronic
quality petrols including fuel additives
devices, it may cause the vehicle to
regularly, and have problems starting or
operate abnormally, wire damage,
the engine does not run smoothly, one
battery discharge and fire. For your
bottle of additives added to the fuel tank
safety, do not use unauthorised elec-
when the engine oil is replaced.
tronic devices.
Additives are available from a profes-
sional workshop along with information
on how to use them. Kia recommends to
visit an authorised Kia dealer/service
partner. Do not mix other additives.
Operation in foreign countries
If you are going to drive your vehicle in
another country, be sure to:
僅 Observe all regulations regarding reg-
istration and insurance.
僅 Determine that acceptable fuel is
available.
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