Vehicle Modifications; Vehicle Break-In Process - Kia SORENTO HEV 2023 Manual

Introduction

Vehicle modifications

This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification of your vehicle could affect
its performance, safety or durability and
may even violate governmental safety
and emissions regulations.
In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from any modifica-
tion may not be covered under warranty.
僅 If you use unauthorised electronic
devices, it may cause the vehicle to
operate abnormally, wire damage,
battery discharge and fire. For your
safety, do not use unauthorised elec-
tronic devices.
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Vehicle break-in process

By following a few simple precautions
for the first 6,000 km (4,000 miles) you
may increase the performance, econ-
omy and life of your vehicle.
僅 Do not race the engine.
僅 Whilst driving, keep your engine
speed (rpm, or revolutions per min-
ute) within 3,000 rpm.
僅 Do not maintain a single speed for
long periods of time, either fast or
slow. Varying engine speed is needed
to properly break-in the engine.
僅 Avoid hard stops, except in emergen-
cies, to allow the brakes to seat prop-
erly.
僅 Don't tow a trailer during the first
2,000 km (1,200 miles) of operation.
僅 Fuel economy and engine perfor-
mance may vary depending on vehi-
cle break-in process and be stabilised
after 6,000 km (4,000 miles). New
engines may consume more oil during
the vehicle break-in period.
Vehicle modifications