Kia Cerato 2021 Manual page 596

Maintenance
authorised Kia dealer/service part -
ner.
If the maintenance schedule to
replace engine oil is exceeded, the
engine oil performance may dete -
riorate, and the engine condition
may be affected. Therefore,
replace the engine oil according to
the maintenance schedule.
To keep the engine in optimal
condition, use the recommended
engine oil and filter. If the recom -
mended engine oil and filter are
not used replace it according to
the maintenance schedule under
severe usage conditions.
The purpose of the maintenance
schedule for engine oil replace -
ment is to prevent oil deteriora -
tion and it is irrelevant to oil
consumption. Check and refill
engine oil regularly.
WARNING
Used engine oil
Used engine oil may cause skin irri -
tation or cancer if left in contact
with the skin for prolonged periods
of time. Used engine oil contains
chemicals that have caused cancer
in laboratory animals. Always pro -
tect your skin by washing your
hands thoroughly with soap and
warm water as soon as possible
after handling used oil.
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CAUTION
The engine oil is very hot immedi -
ately after the vehicle has been
driven and can cause burns during
replacement. Replace the engine oil
after the engine oil has cooled down.
Engine oil (Petrol)