Kia PICANTO 2023 Manual page 458

Maintenance
to visit an authorised Kia dealer/service
partner.
Spark plugs (for petrol, FFV
engine)
Make sure to install new spark plugs of
the correct heat range.
WARNING
Do not disconnect and inspect spark
plugs when the engine is hot. You may
burn yourself.
Valve clearance (for (petrol) 1.0
MPI, (petrol) 1.0 FFV)
Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or
engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
In this case, have the system serviced by
a professional workshop. Kia recom-
mends to visit an authorised Kia dealer/
service partner.
Cooling system
Check the cooling system components,
such as the radiator, coolant reservoir,
hoses and connections for leakage and
damage. Replace any damaged parts.
Coolant
The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.
Manual transmission fluid (if
equipped)
Inspect the manual transmission fluid
according to the maintenance schedule.
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Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
Automated manual transmission
(if equipped)
Inspect the Automated manual transmis-
sion fluid according to the maintenance
schedule.
NOTICE
The use of non-specified fluid (even
marked as compatible with genuine)
could result in shift quality deterioration
and vibrations, eventually, the transmis-
sion failure. Use only specified Auto-
mated manual transmission fluid. (Refer
to "Recommended lubricants and capac-
ities" on page 9-10.)
Automatic transmission fluid (if
equipped)
The fluid level should be in the "HOT"
range of the dipstick, after the engine
and transmission are at normal operat-
ing temperature. Check the automatic
transmission fluid level with the engine
running and the transmission in neutral,
with the parking brake properly applied.
Brake hoses and lines
Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately
Brake/Clutch fluid (if equipped)
Check the brake/clutch fluid level in the
brake/clutch fluid reservoir. The level
should be between "MIN" and "MAX"
marks on the side of the reservoir. Use
only hydraulic brake/clutch fluid con-
forming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 specification.