Maintenance
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Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
Diesel only
Never work on the injection system
with the engine running or within 30
seconds after shutting off the
engine. High pressure pump, rail,
injectors and high pressure pipes are
subject to high pressure even after
the engine stops. The fuel jet pro
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duced by fuel leaks may cause seri
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ous injury, if it touches the body.
People wearing a cardiac pacemaker
should maintain a distance of at
least 30cm from the ECU or wiring
harness within the engine room
whilst the engine is running, since
the high currents in the Common
Rail system produce considerable
magnetic fields.
Vapour hose and fuel filler cap (for
petrol engine)
The vapour hose and fuel filler cap
should be inspected at those inter
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vals specified in the maintenance
schedule. Make sure that a new
vapour hose or fuel filler cap is cor
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rectly replaced.
Vacuum crankcase ventilation
hoses (if equipped)
Inspect the surface of hoses for evi
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dence of heat and/or mechanical
damage. Hard and brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and
excessive swelling indicate deterio
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ration. Particular attention should
be paid to examine those hose sur
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faces nearest to high heat sources,
such as the exhaust manifold.
Inspect the hose routing to assure
that the hoses do not come in con
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tact with any heat source, sharp
edges or moving component which
might cause heat damage or
mechanical wear. Inspect all hose
connections, such as clamps and
couplings, to make sure they are
secure, and that no leaks are pres
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ent. Hoses should be replaced
immediately if there is any evidence
of deterioration or damage.
Air cleaner filter
Have the air cleaner filter replaced
by a professional workshop. Kia rec
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ommends to visit an authorised Kia
dealer/service partner.
Spark plugs (for petrol engine)
Make sure to install new spark plugs
of the correct heat range.
Do not disconnect and inspect spark
plugs when the engine is hot. You
may burn yourself.
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