KIA Opirus (2008 year). Manual — part 17
Maintenance
At least monthly:
At least twice a year
At least once a year :
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
• Check coolant level in the coolant
• Clean body and door drain holes.
recovery reservoir.
• Check radiator, heater and air con-
• Lubricate door hinges and checks,
• Check the operation of all exterior
ditioning hoses for leaks or da-
and hood hinges.
lights, including the stoplights, turn
mage.
• Lubricate door and hood locks and
signals and hazard warning flash-
• Check windshield washer spray
latches.
ers.
and wiper operation. Clean wiper
• Lubricate door rubber weather-
• Check the inflation pressures of all
blades with clean cloth dampened
strips.
with washer fluid.
tires including the spare.
• Check the air conditioning system
• Check headlight alignment.
before the warm weather season.
• Check muffler, exhaust pipes,
• Check the power steering fluid
shields and clamps.
level.
• Check the lap/shoulder belts for
• Inspect and lubricate automatic
wear and function.
transaxle linkage and controls.
• Check for worn tires and loose
• Clean battery and terminals.
wheel lug nuts.
• Check the brake fluid level.
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Maintenance
Owner maintenance precau-
tions
WARNING - Maintenance
work
Improper or incomplete service may
•
Performing maintenance work
result in problems. This section gives
on a vehicle can be danger-
instructions only for the maintenance
ous. You can be seriously
items that are easy to perform.
injured while performing some
As explained earlier in this section,
maintenance procedures. If
several procedures can be done only
you lack sufficient knowledge
by a qualified service technician with
and experience or the proper
special tools.
tools and equipment to do the
work, have it done by a quali-
✽ NOTICE
fied technician.
Improper owner maintenance dur-
•
Working under the hood with
ing the warranty period may affect
the engine running is danger-
warranty coverage. For details, read
ous. It becomes even more
the separate Kia Warranty &
dangerous when you wear
Maintenance book provided with
jewelry or loose clothing.
the vehicle. If you're unsure about
These can become entangled
any servicing or maintenance proce-
in moving parts and result in
dure, have it done by an Authorized
injury. Therefore, if you must
Kia Dealer.
run the engine while working
under the hood, make certain
that you remove all jewelry
(especially rings, bracelets,
watches, and necklaces) and
all neckties, scarves, and sim-
ilar loose clothing before get-
ting near the engine or cool-
ing fans.
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Maintenance
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2. Power steering fluid reservoir
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Auto transaxle oil dipstick
5. Air cleaner
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Engine oil dipstick
8. Radiator cap
9. Positive battery terminal
10. Engine coolant reservoir
11. Negative battery terminal
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Maintenance
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
CAUTION
•
Although oil filters may have
the same external appear-
ance, their internal designs
differ significantly. These fil-
ters are not interchangeable.
To avoid potential engine
damage, use only the speci-
fied filter.
Consult an
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Authorized Kia Dealer.
Checking the engine oil level
Use only the specified engine oil.
•
Follow these instructions
(Refer to “Recommended Lubricants”
carefully. An improper oil filter
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level
later in this section.)
installation can cause oil leak-
ground.
age and engine damage.
2. Start the engine and allow it to
Drained engine oil should be
reach normal operating tempera-
WARNING
disposed of properly, accord-
ture.
Used engine oil may cause irri-
ing to local environmental pro-
3. Turn the engine off and wait for a
tation or cancer of the skin if left
tection agency codes. It
few minutes (about 5 minutes) for
in contact with the skin for pro-
should not be thrown down
the oil to return to the oil pan.
longed periods of time. Used
the drain or in the trash.
engine oil contains chemicals
4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean,
that have caused cancer in lab-
and reinsert it fully.
oratory animals. Always protect
5. Pull the dipstick out again and
your skin by washing your
check the level. The level should
hands thoroughly with soap and
be between F and L.
warm water as soon as possible
If it is near or at L, add enough oil to
after handling used oil.
bring the level to F. Do not overfill.
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Maintenance
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
The high-pressure cooling system
Checking the coolant level
(Continued)
has a reservoir filled with year-round
antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is
•
Even if the engine is not oper-
WARNING - Removing
ating, do not remove the radi-
filled at the factory.
radiator cap
ator cap or the drain plug
Check the antifreeze protection and
•
Never attempt to remove the
while the engine and radiator
coolant level at least once a year, at
radiator cap while the engine
are hot. Hot coolant and steam
the beginning of the winter season,
is operating or hot. Doing so
may still blow out under pres-
and before traveling to a colder cli-
might lead to cooling system
sure, causing serious injury.
mate.
and engine damage and could
result in serious personal
injury from escaping hot
coolant or steam.
•
Turn the engine off and wait
until it cools down. Even then,
use extreme care when
removing the radiator cap.
Wrap a thick towel around it,
and turn it counterclockwise
slowly to the first stop. Step
back while the pressure is
released from the cooling sys-
tem. When you are sure all the
pressure has been released,
press down on the cap, using
a thick towel, and continue
turning counterclockwise to
remove it.
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Maintenance
Engine coolant
• Use only soft
(de-mineralized)
water in the coolant mixture.
• The engine in your vehicle has alu-
minum engine parts and must be
protected by an ethylene-glycol-
based coolant to prevent corrosion
and freezing.
• DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol
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coolant or mix them with the spec-
1GHA412
ified coolant.
Check the condition and connections
of all cooling system hoses and
• Do not use a solution that contains
heater hoses. Replace any swollen
more than 60% antifreeze or less
WARNING
or deteriorated hoses.
than 35% antifreeze, which would
Do not remove the radiator cap
The coolant level should be filled
reduce the effectiveness of the
when the engine and radiator
solution.
between F and L marks on the level
are hot. Scalding hot coolant
gauge attached to the coolant reser-
and steam may blow out under
For mixture percentage, refer to the
voir cap when the engine is cool.
pressure. This could cause seri-
following table.
ous injury.
If the coolant level is low, add enough
specified coolant to provide protec-
tion against freezing and corrosion.
Mixture Percentage (volume)
Ambient
Bring the level to F, but do not over-
Temperature
fill. If frequent additions are required,
Coolant
see an Authorized Kia Dealer for a
Water
Solution
cooling system inspection.
-15°C (5°F)
35
65
-25°C (-13°F)
40
60
-35°C (-31°F)
50
50
-45°C (-49°F)
60
40
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Maintenance
BRAKES
If the level is low, add fluid to the
MAX level. The level will fall with
WARNING
accumulated mileage. This is a nor-
When changing and adding
mal condition associated with the
brake fluid, handle it carefully.
wear of the brake linings. If the fluid
Do not let it come in contact
level is excessively low, have the
with your eyes. If brake fluid
brake system checked by an
should come in contact with
Authorized Kia Dealer.
your eyes, immediately flush
them with a large quantity of
fresh tap water. Have your eyes
Use only the specified brake fluid.
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examined by a doctor as soon
(Refer
to
“Recommended
Checking brake fluid level
as possible.
Lubricants” later in this section.)
Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
Never mix different types of fluid.
CAUTION
between MAX and MIN marks on the
Do not allow brake fluid to con-
side of the reservoir.
tact the vehicle's body paint, as
Before removing the reservoir cap
WARNING
paint damage will result. Brake
and adding brake fluid, clean the
In the event the brake system
fluid, which has been exposed
area around the reservoir cap thor-
requires frequent additions of
to open air for an extended time
oughly to prevent brake fluid contam-
fluid, the vehicle should be
should never be used as its
ination.
inspected by an Authorized Kia
quality cannot be guaranteed. It
Dealer.
should be thrown out. Don't put
in the wrong kind of fluid. For
example, just a few drops of
mineral-based oil, such as
engine oil, in your brake clutch
system can damage brake
clutch system parts.
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Maintenance
POWER STEERING
In the event the power steering sys-
Power steering hose
tem requires frequent addition of
Check the connections for oil leaks,
fluid, the vehicle should be inspected
severe damage and the twists in the
by an Authorized Kia Dealer.
power steering hose before driving.
✽ NOTICE
ï To avoid damage to the power
steering pump, do not operate the
vehicle for prolonged periods with
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a low power steering fluid level.
ï Never start the engine when the
Checking the power steering
reservoir tank is empty.
fluid level
ï When adding fluid, be careful that
With the vehicle on level ground,
dirt does not get into the tank.
check the fluid level in the power
ï Too little fluid can make the steer-
steering reservoir periodically. The
ing wheel heavier or strange noise
fluid should be between MAX and
can be generated.
MIN marks on the level gauge
ï The use of the non-specified fluid
attached to the cap.
could reduce the effectiveness of
Before adding power steering fluid,
the power steering wheel and
thoroughly clean the area around the
cause damage to it.
reservoir cap to prevent power steer-
ing fluid contamination.
Use only the specified power steer-
If the level is low, add fluid to the
ing fluid. (Refer to "Recommended
MAX level.
Lubricants" later in this section.)
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Maintenance
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
1. Place the shift lever in N (Neutral)
position and confirm the engine is
running at normal idle speed.
HOT
2. After the transaxle is warmed up
sufficiently
[(fluid temperature
70~80°C (158~176°F)], for exam-
ple by 10 minutes usual driving,
move the shift lever through all
positions then place the shift lever
COLD
in N (Neutral) or P (Park) position.
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Checking the automatic
3. Confirm if the fluid level is in the
transaxle fluid level
"HOT" range on the level gauge. If
the fluid level is lower, add the
The automatic transaxle fluid level
specified fluid from the fill hole. If
should be checked regularly.
the fluid level is higher, drain the
Keep the vehicle on level ground with
fluid from the drain hole.
the parking brake applied and check
4. If the fluid level is checked in cold
the fluid level according to the follow-
condition
[(fluid
temperature
ing procedure.
20~30°C (68~86°F)], add the fluid
to the "COLD" line and then
recheck the fluid level according to
the above step 2.
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Maintenance
✽ NOTICE
WARNING
CAUTION
“COLD” scale is for reference only
The transaxle fluid level should
• Low fluid level causes
and should NOT be used to deter-
transaxle slippage. Overfilling
be checked when the engine is
mine transaxle fluid level.
at normal operating tempera-
can cause foaming, loss of
fluid and transaxle malfunc-
ture. This means that the
✽ NOTICE
engine, radiator, radiator hose
tion.
and exhaust system etc., are
• The use of a non-specified
New automatic transaxle fluid
very hot. Exercise great care not
fluid could result in transaxle
should be red. The red dye is added
to burn yourself during this pro-
malfunction and failure.
so the assembly plant can identify it
cedure.
as automatic transaxle fluid and dis-
tinguish it from engine oil or
antifreeze. The red dye, which is not
WARNING - Parking brake
an indicator of fluid quality, is not
To avoid sudden movement of
permanent. As the vehicle is driven,
the vehicle, apply parking brake
the automatic transaxle fluid will
and depress the brake pedal
begin to look darker. The color may
before moving the shift lever.
eventually appear light brown.
Therefore, have an Authorized Kia
dealer change the automatic
transaxle fluid according to the
Scheduled Maintenance at the
beginning of this section.
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Maintenance
LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS
Body lubrication
WARNING
All moving points of the body, such
•
Do not use radiator coolant or
as door hinges, hood hinges, and
antifreeze in the washer fluid
locks, should be lubricated each time
reservoir.
the engine oil is changed. Use a non-
•
Radiator coolant can severely
freezing lubricant on locks during
obscure visibility
when
cold weather.
sprayed on the windshield
Make sure the engine hood second-
and may cause loss of vehicle
ary latch keeps the hood from open-
control or damage to paint
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ing when the primary latch is
and body trim.
released.
Checking the washer fluid level
•
Windshield Washer fluid
The reservoir is translucent so that you
agents contain some amounts
can check the level with a quick visual
of alcohol and can be flamma-
inspection.
ble under certain circum-
Check the fluid level in the washer fluid
stances. Do not allow sparks
reservoir and add fluid if necessary.
or flame to contact the washer
Plain water may be used if washer fluid
fluid or the washer fluid reser-
is not available. However, use washer
voir. Damage to the vehicle or
solvent with antifreeze characteristics
it's occupants could occur.
in cold climates to prevent freezing.
•
Windshield washer fluid is
poisonous to humans and ani-
mals. Do not drink and avoid
contacting windshield washer
fluid. Serious injury or death
could occur.
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Maintenance
AIR CLEANER
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Element replacement
2. Loosen the air cleaner cover
4. Replace the air cleaner element.
attaching clips and open the cover.
We recommend that the air clean-
A viscous paper air cleaner filter is
3. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner
er element be replaced with gen-
used. It must be replaced when nec-
uine Kia parts.
essary, and should not be cleaned
housing with a clean, damp cloth.
5. Lock the cover with the cover
and reused.
attaching clips.
1. Remove the engine compartment
cover on the air cleaner.
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Maintenance
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER
Replace the element according to
Evaporator core
Blower
the Scheduled Maintenance Section.
If the vehicle is operated in extreme-
ly dusty or sandy areas, replace the
element more often than the usual
recommended intervals.
(Refer to
Inside
Maintenance Under Severe Usage
vehicle
Conditions in this section.)
Climate control air filter
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1GHA416
CAUTION
The climate control air filter located
Filter replacement
• Do not drive with the air clean-
between the evaporator core and
er removed; this will result in
1. Open the glove box part way,
blower filters the air coming into the
excessive engine wear.
reach inside and pull out the elas-
vehicle.
• Driving without an air cleaner
tic line and push the retaining clip
If dust or other pollutants accumulate
encourages backfiring, which
though the hole in the rear of the
could cause a fire in the
in the filter for a period of time, the air
glove box. Allow the glove box to
flow from the air vents may be
engine compartment.
open.
decreased and the dust intake may
• When removing the air cleaner
increase. Therefore the climate con-
element, be careful that dust
trol air filter should be replaced at the
or dirt does not enter the air
intervals shown in the maintenance
intake, or damage may result.
schedule. Especially if the vehicle is
operated in dusty or sandy areas,
replace the filter more often than the
recommended intervals.
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Maintenance
1GHA417
1GHA418
2GHA419
2. With the glove box open, grasp
3. Pull the hooks under the climate
4. Replace the climate control air filter.
both sides of the glove box, push
control air filter cover upwards and
5. Reassemble in the reverse order
inward on the stoppers and pull
remove the cover.
of disassembly.
them over the trim panel to allow
the glove box hang freely on the
hinges.
✽ NOTICE
When replacing the climate control
air filter install it according to the
“UP” and “DOWN” identification
marks. Otherwise, the system may
produce noise and the effectiveness
of the filter may be reduced.
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Maintenance
WIPER BLADES
Wiper blade maintenance
Contamination of either the wind-
Windshield wiper blade
shield or the wiper blades with for-
replacement
✽ NOTICE
eign matter can reduce the effective-
When the wipers no longer clean
Commercial hot waxes applied by
ness of the windshield wipers.
adequately, the blades may be worn
automatic car washer have been
Common sources of contamination
or cracked, and require replacement.
known to make the windshield diffi-
are insects, tree sap, and hot wax
cult to clean.
treatments used by some commer-
cial car washer. If the blades are not
CAUTION
wiping properly, clean both the win-
To prevent damage to the wiper
dow and the blades with a good
arms or other components, do
cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse
not attempt to move the wipers
thoroughly with clean water.
manually.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper
✽ NOTICE
blades, do not use gasoline,
The use of a non-specified wiper
kerosene, paint thinner, or other
blade could result in wiper malfunc-
solvents on or near them.
tion and failure.
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Maintenance
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1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the
2. Compress the clip and slide the
3. Lift it off the arm.
wiper blade assembly to expose
blade assembly downward.
4. Install the blade assembly in the
the plastic locking clip.
reverse order of removal.
✽ NOTICE
Do not allow the wiper arm to fall
against the windshield.
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Maintenance
BATTERY
(Continued)
(Continued)
WARNING - Battery
dangers
If any electrolyte gets
•
When lifting a plastic-cased
battery, excessive pressure on
Always read the follow-
into your eyes, flush your
eyes with clean water for
the case may cause battery
ing instructions carefully
acid to leak, resulting in per-
when handling a battery.
at least 15 minutes and
get immediate medical
sonal injury. Lift with a battery
Keep lighted cigarettes
carrier or with your hands on
attention. If possible,
and all other flames or
continue to apply water
opposite corners.
sparks away from the
with a sponge or cloth
•
Never attempt to charge the
battery.
until medical attention is
battery when the battery
received.
cables are connected.
Hydrogen, which is a
highly combustible gas,
If electrolyte gets on
•
The electrical ignition system
is always present in bat-
your skin, thoroughly
works with high voltage.
tery cells and may
wash the contacted area.
Never touch these compo-
explode if ignited.
If you feel a pain or a
nents with the engine running
burning sensation, get
or the ignition switched on.
Keep batteries out of the
medical attention imme-
reach
of
children
diately.
because batteries con-
tain highly corrosive
Wear eye protection
SULFURIC ACID. Do not
when charging or work-
allow battery acid to con-
ing near a battery.
tact your skin, eyes,
Always provide ventila-
clothing or paint finish.
tion when working in an
enclosed space.
(Continued)
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