KIA Opirus (2008 year). Instruction — part 18
Maintenance
Items to be reset after the battery
(Continued)
has been discharged or the bat-
tery has been disconnected.
• Watch the battery during
charging, and stop or reduce
• Driver seat position memory
the charging rate if the battery
system (See Chapter 3)
cells begin gassing
(boiling)
• Power window (See Chapter 3)
violently or if the temperature
• Clock (See Chapter 3)
of the electrolyte of any cell
exceeds 49°C (120°F).
• Climate control system
(See Chapter 4)
• Wear eye protection when
CBGQ0705
checking the battery during
• Audio (See Chapter 3)
charging.
For best battery service :
• Sunroof (See Chapter 3)
• Disconnect the battery charg-
• Keep the battery securely mount-
er in the following order.
ed.
WARNING - Recharging
1. Turn off the battery charger
• Keep the battery top clean and dry.
battery
main switch.
• Keep the terminals and connec-
When recharging the battery,
2. Unhook the negative clamp
tions clean, tight, and coated with
observe the following precau-
from the negative battery ter-
petroleum jelly or terminal grease.
tions:
minal.
• Rinse any spilled electrolyte from
• The battery must be removed
3. Unhook the positive clamp from
the battery immediately with a
from the vehicle and placed in
the positive battery terminal.
solution of water and baking soda.
an area with good ventilation.
• If the vehicle is not going to be
• Do not allow cigarettes, sparks,
used for an extended time, discon-
✽ NOTICE
or flame near the battery.
nect the battery cables.
ï Before performing maintenance
(Continued)
or recharging the battery, turn off
all accessories and stop the engine.
ï The negative battery cable must
be removed first and installed last
when the battery is disconnected.
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Maintenance
TIRES AND WHEELS
Tires care
✽ NOTICE
For proper maintenance, safety, and
ï
Warm tires normally exceed rec-
maximum fuel economy, you must
ommended cold tire pressures by
always maintain recommended tire
28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6 psi). Do not
inflation pressures and stay within
release air from warm tires to
the load limits and weight distribution
adjust the pressure or the tires will
recommended for your vehicle.
be underinflated.
ï
Underinflation results in excessive
wear, poor handling, reduced fuel
Inflation pressures
economy, and the possibility of
3GHA523
All tire pressures
(including the
blowouts from overheated tires.
spare) should be checked every day
All specifications
(sizes and pres-
Also, low tire pressure can cause
when the tires are cold. “Cold Tires”
sures) can be found on a label
poor sealing of the tire bead. If the
means the vehicle has not been driv-
attached to the front driver’s door sill.
tire pressure is excessively low,
en for at least three hours or driven
wheel deformation and/or tire sep-
less than 1.6 km (one mile).
WARNING
aration is possible. So, keep your
tire pressures at the proper levels.
Recommended pressures must be
Severe underinflation
(70 kPa
If a tire frequently needs refilling,
maintained for the best ride, top vehi-
(10 psi) or more) can lead to
have it checked by an Authorized
cle handling, and minimum tire wear.
severe heat build-up, especially
Kia Dealer.
on hot days and when driving at
(Continued)
high speed. This can potentially
cause tread separation and
other tire irregularities to
appear that can result in the
loss of vehicle control leading
to severe injury or death.
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Maintenance
(Continued)
Tire rotation
With a full-size spare tire
ï Overinflation produces a harsh
To equalize tread wear, it is recom-
ride, handling problems, excessive
mended that the tires be rotated
wear at the center of the tire tread,
every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or
and a greater possibility of dam-
sooner if irregular wear develops.
age from road hazards.
ï Be sure to reinstall the tire infla-
During rotation, check the tires for
correct balance.
tion valve caps. Without the valve
cap, dirt or moisture could get into
When rotating tires, check for uneven
CBGQ0706
the valve core and cause air leak-
wear and damage. Abnormal wear is
Without a spare tire
age. If the cap have been lost,
usually caused by incorrect tire pres-
install new one as soon as possible.
sure, improper wheel alignment, out-
of-balance wheels, severe braking or
severe cornering. Look for bumps or
WARNING - Tire Inflation
bulges in the tread or side of tire.
Overinflation or underinflation
Replace the tire if you find either of
can reduce tire life, adversely
these conditions. Replace the tire
affect vehicle handling, and lead
also if you can see fabric or cord.
to sudden tire failure. This could
After rotation, be sure to bring the
CBGQ0707
result in loss of vehicle control.
front and rear tire pressures to spec-
Directional tires (if equipped)
ification and check lug nut tightness.
Refer to Section 8, Specifications.
CBGQ0707A
7 28
Maintenance
Disc brake pads should be inspected
Wheel alignment and tire
for wear whenever tires are rotated.
Tread wear indicator
balance
The wheels on your vehicle were
✽ NOTICE
aligned and balanced carefully at the
factory to give you the longest tire life
Rotate radial tires that have an
and best overall performance.
asymmetric tread pattern only from
front to rear and not from right to
In most cases, you will not need to
left.
have your wheels aligned again.
However, if you notice unusual tire
wear or your vehicle pulling one way
2GHA5032
or the other, the alignment may need
Tire replacement
to be reset.
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear
If you notice your vehicle vibrating
indicator will appear as a solid band
when driving on a smooth road, your
across the tread. This shows there is
wheels may need to be rebalanced.
less than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) of tread
left on the tire. Replace the tire when
this happens.
✽ NOTICE
Do not wait for the band to appear
Improper wheel weights can dam-
across the entire tread before replac-
age your vehicle's aluminum wheels.
ing the tire.
Use only approved wheel weights.
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Maintenance
Wheel replacement
(Continued)
WARNING
When replacing the metal wheels for
•
Driving on worn-out tires is
•
When replacing tires, never
any reason, make sure the new
very hazardous and will
mix radial, bias-belted, and
wheels are equivalent to the original
reduce braking effectiveness,
bias-type tires. All four tires
factory units in diameter, rim width
steering accuracy, and trac-
should be of the same size,
and offset.
tion.
design and construction. Use
only the tire sizes listed on the
•
It is best to replace all four
Tire Label found below the
tires at the same time. If that is
WARNING
door striker on the driver’s
not possible, or necessary,
A wheel that is not the correct
side. Make sure that all tires
then replace the two front or
size may adversely affect wheel
and wheels are the same size
two rear tires as a pair.
and bearing life, braking and
and have the same load-carry-
Replacing just one tire can
stopping abilities, handling
ing capacity. Use only tire and
seriously affect your vehicle’s
characteristics, ground clear-
wheel combinations recom-
handling.
ance, body-to-tire clearance,
mended on the Tire Label or
•
The ABS works by comparing
snow
chain
clearance,
by an Authorized Kia Dealer.
the speed of the wheels. Tire
speedometer calibration, head-
Failure to follow these precau-
size can affect wheel speed.
light aim and bumper height.
tions can adversely affect the
When replacing tires, all 4 tires
safety and handling of your
must use the same size origi-
vehicle.
nally supplied with the vehicle.
•
The use of any other tire size
Using tires of a different size
or type may seriously affect
can cause the ABS (Antilock
ride, handling, ground clear-
Brake System) and ESP
ance, tire clearance, and
(Electronic Stability Program)
speedometer calibration.
(If Installed) to work irregularly
(Continued)
7 30
Maintenance
Tire size designation
Wheel size designation
Tire speed ratings
A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire
Wheels are also marked with impor-
The chart below shows many of the
size designation. You will need this
tant information that you need if you
different speed ratings currently
information when selecting replace-
ever have to replace one. The follow-
being used for passenger car. The
ment tires for your car. The following
ing explains what the letters and
speed rating symbol is part of the tire
explains what the letters and num-
numbers in the wheel size designa-
size designation on the sidewall of
bers in the tire size designation
tion mean.
the tire. This symbol corresponds to
mean.
that tire's designed maximum safe
operating speed.
Example wheel size designation:
Example tire size designation:
6.5 JX17
Speed
235/55 R17 98V
Rating
Maximum Speed
6.5 - Rim width in inches.
Symbol
J - Rim contour designation.
235 - Tire width in millimeters.
S
180 km/h (112 mph)
17 - Rim diameter in inches.
T
190 km/h (118 mph)
55 - Aspect ratio. The tire’s section
height as a percentage of its
H
210 km/h (130 mph)
width.
V
240 km/h (149 mph)
R - Tire construction code (Radial).
Z
Above 240 km/h (149 mph)
17 - Rim diameter in inches.
98 - Load Index, a numerical code
associated with the maximum
load the tire can carry.
V - Speed Rating Symbol. See the
speed rating chart in this section
for additional information.
7 31
Maintenance
Tread wear XXX Traction X Temperature X
These grades are molded on the
Temperature -A, B & C
side-walls of passenger vehicle tires.
The temperature grades are A (the
The tires available as standard or
highest), B and C. The grades repre-
optional equipment on Kia vehicles
sent the tire’s resistance to the gener-
may vary with respect to grade.
ation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor labo-
Traction - AA, A, B & C
ratory test wheel.
The traction grades, from highest to
Sustained high temperature can
lowest, are A, B and C. The grades
cause the material of the tires to
2GHA741
represent the tires ability to stop on
degenerate and reduce tires life, and
wet pavement as measured under
Uniform tire quality grading
excessive temperature can lead to
controlled conditions on specified
sudden tires failure. Grades A and B
Tread wear
government test surfaces of asphalt
represent higher levels of perform-
The tread wear grade is a compara-
and concrete. A tire marked C may
ance on the laboratory test wheel
tive rating based on the wear rate of
have poor traction performance.
than the minimum required by the law.
the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified govern-
ment test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one-and-a-
half times as well on the government
course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions
of their use. However, performance
may differ from the norm because of
variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
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Maintenance
Checking a tire life
WARNING - Tire
WARNING
If any tires that are over
6 years
temperature
based on the manufacturing date,
Tires degrade over time, even
The temperature grade for this
tire strength and performance
when they are not being used.
tire is established for a tire that
decline with age naturally (even if the
Regardless of the remaining
is properly inflated and not
tires are not used like a spare tire).
tread, it is recommended that
overloaded. Excessive speed,
Therefore, the tires should be
tires generally be replaced after
underinflation, or excessive
replaced by new ones including the
six (6) years of normal service.
loading, either separately or in
spare tire. You can find the manufac-
Heat caused by hot climates or
combination, can cause heat
turing date on the tire sidewall (pos-
frequent high loading condi-
build-up and possible sudden
sibly only on the inside of the wheel),
tions can accelerate the aging
tires failure. This can cause loss
which has DOT marking. DOT is seri-
process. Failure to follow this
of vehicle control and serious
al numbers on tires, which consist of
warning can result in sudden
injury or death.
a combination of numbers and
tire failure, which could lead to a
English letters. You can check the
loss of control and an accident
manufacturing date to the last four
involving serious injury or
position of the DOT.
death.
DOT : XXXX XXXX OOOO
The front part of the DOT means a
plant code number, tire size and
tread pattern and the last four num-
bers indicate week and year manu-
factured.
For example ;
DOT XXXX XXXX 1606 represents
that the tire was produced in the 16th
week of 2006.
7 33
Maintenance
BULB REPLACEMENT
WARNING - Working on
CAUTION
the lights
If you don’t have necessary
tools, the correct bulbs and the
Prior to working on the light,
expertise,
consult
an
firmly apply the parking brake
Authorized Kia Dealer. In many
and ensure that the ignition
cases, it is difficult to replace
switch is turned to the “LOCK”
vehicle light bulbs because
position to avoid sudden move-
other parts of the vehicle must
ment of the vehicle and burning
be removed before you can get
your fingers or receiving an
the bulb. Especially if you must
electric shock.
➀ Headlight (High)
remove the front bumper to
➁ Headlight (Low)
replace the light bulbs in the
Use only the bulbs of the specified
front of the vehicle. This may
➂ Front fog light
wattage.
result in damage to the vehicle.
➃ Position light
➄ Front turn signal light
OGH056016
Headlight bulb replacement
✽ NOTICE
After heavy, driving rain or washing,
headlight and taillight lenses could
appear frosty. This condition is
caused by the temperature difference
between the lamp inside and outside.
This is similar to the condensation on
your windows inside your vehicle
during the rain and doesn’t indicate
a problem with your vehicle. If the
water leaks into the lamp bulb cir-
cuitry, have the vehicle checked by
an Authorized Kia Dealer.
7 34
Maintenance
(Continued)
•
If a bulb becomes damaged or
cracked, replace it immediate-
ly and carefully dispose of it.
•
Wear eye protection when
changing a bulb. Allow the
bulb to cool down before han-
dling it.
2GHA744
1GHA423
1. Open
the hood.
WARNING - Halogen
2. Remove the headlight bulb cover
by turning it counterclockwise.
bulbs
•
Halogen bulbs contain pres-
3. Disconnect the headlight bulb
socket-connector.
surized gas that will produce
flying pieces of glass if bro-
4. Unsnap the headlight bulb retain-
ken.
ing wire by depressing the end
•
Always handle them carefully,
and pushing it upward.
and avoid scratches and abra-
5. Remove the bulb from the head-
sions. If the bulbs are lit, avoid
light assembly.
contact with liquids. Never
touch the glass with bare
hands. Residual oil may cause
the bulb to overheat and burst
when lit. A bulb should be
operated only when installed
in a headlight.
(Continued)
7 35
Maintenance
6. Install a new headlight bulb and
Headlight (HID type), position
snap the headlight bulb retaining
and front fog light, and turn
wire into position by aligning the
signal light bulb replacement
wire with the groove on the bulb.
If the light bulb is not operating, have
7. Connect the headlight bulb socket-
the vehicle checked by an authorized
connector.
Kia Dealer.
8. Install the headlight bulb cover by
turning it clockwise.
WARNING - HID Headlight
low beam (if equipped)
Do not attempt to replace or
inspect the low beam (XENON
bulb) due to electric shock dan-
ger. If the low beam
(XENON
bulb) is not working, have your
vehicle
checked by an
Authorized Kia Dealer.
* HID : High Intensity Discharge
7 36
Maintenance
Front map lamp
Vanity mirror lamp
Interior lights bulb replace-
ment
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,
gently pry the lens from the interi-
or light housing.
WARNING
Prior to working on the Interior
1GHA561
Trunk room lamp
Lights, ensure that the “OFF”
button is depressed to avoid
burning your fingers or receiv-
ing an electric shock.
2GHA424
Center dome lamp
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out.
3. Install a new bulb.
1GHA431
4. Align the lens tabs with the interior
Glove box lamp
light housing notches and snap
the lens into place.
2GHA746
1GHA432
7 37
Maintenance
Door courtesy lamp
1GHA511A
Foot lamp
1GHA433
License plate light
➀ Rear turn signal light
1. Loosen the lens retaining screws
➁ Stop and tail light
with a cross-tip screwdriver.
➂ Back-up light
2. Remove the lens.
OGH056017
3. Remove the bulb by pulling
it
Rear combination light bulb
straight out.
replacement
1GHA427/1GHA428
4. Install a new bulb.
1. Open the trunk lid.
Door courtesy and foot lamp
5. Reinstall the lens securely with the
bulb replacement
lens retaining screws.
If the light bulb is not operating, have
the vehicle checked by an authorized
Kia Dealer.
7 38
Maintenance
OGH056018
OGH056020
5GHB5009
4. Remove the bulb from the socket
by pressing it in and rotating it until
the tabs on the bulb align with the
slots in the socket. Pull the bulb
out of the socket.
5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it
into the socket and rotating it until
it locks into place.
6. Install the socket in the assembly
OGH056019
by aligning the tabs on the socket
OGH056021
with the slots in the assembly.
2. Remove the service cover by turn-
Side repeater light and high
ing the plastic screw counterclock-
Push the socket into the assembly
mounted stop light bulb
and turn the socket clockwise.
wise and removing the cover.
replacement
3. Remove the socket from the
7. Replace the service cover and
If the light bulb is not operating, have
tighten the screw.
assembly by turning the socket
the vehicle checked by an authorized
counterclockwise until the tabs on
Kia Dealer.
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly.
7 39
Maintenance
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Recommended lubricants
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
To help achieve proper engine and
Lubricant
Classification
powertrain performance and durabil-
API Service SL or above,
ity, use only lubricants of the proper
Engine oil *¹
ILSAC GF-3 or above
quality. The correct lubricants also
help promote engine efficiency that
Automatic transaxle fluid
DIAMOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP-III
results in improved fuel economy.
Power steering fluid
PSF-IV
Engine oils labeled Energy
Brake fluid
FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Conserving Oil are now available.
Along with other additional benefits,
*¹ Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
they contribute to fuel economy by
reducing the amount of fuel neces-
sary to overcome engine friction.
Often, these improvements are diffi-
cult to measure in everyday driving,
but in a year’s time, they can offer
significant cost and energy savings.
7 40
Maintenance
Recommended SAE viscosity
When choosing an oil, consider the range of temperature your vehicle will be
number
operated in before the next oil change. Proceed to select the recommended
oil viscosity from the chart.
✽ NOTICE
Always be sure to clean the area
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
around any filler plug, drain plug,
°C
-30
-20
-10
0
10
20
30
40
50
or dipstick before checking or drain-
Temperature
(°F)
-10
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
ing any lubricant. This is especially
20W-50
important in dusty or sandy areas
15W-40
and when the vehicle is used on
Engine Oil *1
unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
10W-30
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
5W-20, 5W-30
and grit from entering the engine
and other mechanisms that could be
1. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-
damaged.
20,5W-30 (API SL / ILSAC GF-3). However, if the engine oil is not available in your country,
select the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has
an effect on fuel economy and cold
weather operating (starting and oil
flow). Lower viscosity engine oils can
provide better fuel economy and cold
weather performance, however,
higher viscosity engine oils are
required for satisfactory lubrication in
hot weather. Using oils of any viscos-
ity other than those recommended
could result in engine damage.
7 41
Maintenance
EXTERIOR CARE
Exterior general caution
Even prompt washing with plain
water may not completely remove all
It is very important to follow the label
these deposits. A mild soap, safe for
directions when using any chemical
use on painted surfaces, may be
cleaner or polish. Read all warning
used.
and caution statements that appear
on the label.
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water.
Do not allow soap to dry on the fin-
Finish maintenance
ish.
Washing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish
CAUTION
OJB037800
from rust and deterioration, wash it
Do not use strong soap, chemi-
thoroughly and frequently at least
cal detergents or hot water, and
once a month with lukewarm or cold
CAUTION
do not wash the vehicle in direct
water.
sunlight or when the body of the
•
Water washing in the engine
If you use your vehicle for off-road
vehicle is warm.
compartment including high
driving, you should wash it after each
pressure water washing may
off-road trip. Pay special attention to
cause the failure of electrical
the removal of any accumulation of
circuits located in the engine
WARNING
salt, dirt, mud, and other foreign
compartment.
After washing the vehicle, test
materials. Make sure the drain holes
•
Never allow water or other liq-
the brakes while driving slowly
in the lower edges of the doors and
uids come in contact with
to see if they have been affected
rocker panels are kept clear and
electrical/electronic compo-
by water. If braking performance
clean.
nents inside the vehicle as
is impaired, dry the brakes by
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
this may damage them.
applying them lightly while
industrial pollution and similar
maintaining a slow forward
deposits can damage your vehicle’s
speed.
finish if not removed immediately.
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