Kia FORTE 2022 - Page 425

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Maintenance Scheduled maintenance service
* 1. 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 rec
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ommended 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.
* 2. Spark plug : For your convenience, it can be replaced prior to it's interval when
you do maintenance of other items.
* 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) : Inspect alternator, water pump and air conditioner drive belt
and if necessary, repair or replace. Inspect drive belt tensioner, idler and alternator
pulley and if necessary correct or replace.
僅 Fuel filter (gasoline engine): The fuel filter is considered to be maintenance free
but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends
on fuel quality.
- If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss
of power, hard starting problem etc., replace the fuel filter immediately regard
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less of maintenance schedule and consult an authorized Kia dealer for details.
Parking brake
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Drive shaft and
boots
Fuel tank and fuel
cap
Fuel lines, hoses and
connections
Fuel tank air filter
Cooling system - - - I - I - I - I - I - I -
Drive belts
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At first, inspect at 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months, after that, inspect
every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 24 months
Intelligent Variable
Transmission (IVT)
fluid
No service required
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180
Miles×1,000 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5
Km×1,000 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180