Maintenance
Engine oil
Use only the specified engine oil. (Refer
for prolonged periods of time. Used
to "Recommended lubricants and capac-
engine oil contains chemicals that have
ities" on page 9-9.)
caused cancer in laboratory animals.
Always protect your skin by washing
僅 Do not spill engine oil when adding or
your hands thoroughly with soap and
changing engine oil. Wipe off spilled
warm water as soon as possible after
oil immediately.
handling used oil.
僅 The engine oil consumption may
Do not leave used engine oil within the
increase whilst you break in a new
reach of children.
vehicle and it will be stabilized after
driving 6,000 km(4,000 miles).
CAUTION
僅 The engine oil consumption can be
affected by driving habits, climate
The engine oil is very hot immediately
conditions, traffic conditions, oil qual-
after the vehicle has been driven and
ity, etc.. Therefore, it is recommended
can cause burns during replacement.
that you inspect the engine oil level
Replace the engine oil after the engine
regularly and refill it if necessary.
oil has cooled down.
Changing the engine oil and filter
NOTICE
Have the engine oil and filter replaced
by a professional workshop. Kia recom-
Never add any additives to the engine
mends to visit an authorised Kia dealer/
oil. Engine oil additives can change the
service partner.
properties of engine oil and may cause
僅 If the maintenance schedule to
serious engine failure.
replace engine oil is exceeded, the
engine oil performance may deterio-
rate, and the engine condition may be
affected. Therefore, replace the
engine oil according to the mainte-
nance schedule.
僅 To keep the engine in optimal condi-
tion, use recommended engine oil and
filter. If the recommended engine oil
and filter are not used replace it
according to the maintenance sched-
ule under severe usage conditions.
僅 The purpose of the maintenance
schedule for engine oil replacement is
to prevent oil deterioration and it is
irrelevant to oil consumption. Check
and refill engine oil regularly.
WARNING
Used engine oil may cause skin irritation
or cancer if left in contact with the skin
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