(up to 60,000 miles)
A
For Non-Turbo maintenance, see back cover
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS (MILES)
MAINTENANCE ITEMS - TURBO
6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000
Add fuel additive
C
P P P P P P P P P P
Rotate tires P P P P P P P P P P
Engine Oil & Oil Filter R R R R R R R R R R
Climate control air filter R R R R R R R R R R
Battery condition I I I I I I I I I I
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I I I
Brake discs and pads I I I I I I I I I I
Vacuum hose I I I I I I I I I I
Steering gear rack, linkage & boots I I I I I I I I I I
Suspension ball joints and mounting bolts I I I I I I I I I I
Air conditioner compressor/refrigerant I I I I I I I I I I
Exhaust system I I I I I I I I I I
Intercooler, in/out hose, air intake hose I I I I I I I I I I
Air cleaner filter I I I R I I I R I I
Cooling System I I I I I I I I I I
Brake fluid I I I I I I I I I I
Driveshaft and boots I I I I I
Fuel tank air filter
‡ D
I I I I I
Parking brake (hand type) I I I I I
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap I I I I I
Manual transmission fluid
‡ E
I I I I
Dual clutch transmission fluid
‡ E
Every 37,500 miles
Fuel lines, hoses and connections I I
Spark Plugs R
Valve clearance
F
I
Drive belts (First 60,000 miles, then every 12,000 miles)
G
I
FORTE NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE TURBO P=Perform • R=Replace • I=Inspect
B
A. See the Owner’s Manual for complete maintenance schedule. These are approximate
estimated intervals. Refer to vehicle mileage for maintenance item schedule.
B. And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
C. If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended.
Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how
to use them. Do not mix other additives.
D. Both the fuel filter & fuel tank air filter are generally considered to be maintenance free,
depending on fuel quality being used. However, periodic inspection is recommended. If your
vehicle is having issues like fuel flow restriction, power surging, loss of power, difficulty starting,
etc., replace the fuel filter immediately and consult an authorized Kia dealer for service.
E. Manual transmission fluid (or Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid) should
be changed anytime the transmission has been submerged in water.
F. Inspect for excessive tappet noise and/or engine vibration and adjust
if necessary.
G. The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced
excessively.
See your Owner’s Manual for more details and complete maintenance
information, including severe maintenance schedule. Warranty may be
voided if maintenance schedule is not followed.
Check your Maintenance
Schedule or schedule an
appointment with a dealer using your UVO
eServices / UVO link account by logging into
your UVO eServices / Kia Access with UVO link
App or your account on https://owners.kia.com/
(Vehicles equipped with UVO eServices / UVO link
only – See pages 24-26 for setup information).
QUICK TIP
‡ If equipped.
46
FORTE FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
To Next Page
Loading...
