Checking The Engine Oil Level - Kia Soul 2020 Owner's Manual

Maintenance
Engine oil and filter
The engine oil and filter should be
changed at the intervals specified in
the maintenance schedule. If the
vehicle is being driven in severe con -
ditions, more frequent oil and filter
changes are required.

Checking the engine oil level

1. Be sure the vehicle is on level
ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to
reach normal operating tempera -
ture.
WARNING
Radiator hose
Be very careful not to touch the
radiator hose when checking or
adding the engine oil as it may be
hot enough to burn you.
3. Turn the engine off and wait for a
few minutes (about 5 minutes)
for the oil to return to the oil pan.
4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean,
and re-insert it fully.
CAUTION
• Do not overfill the engine oil. It
may damage the engine.
• Do not spill engine oil, when add -
ing or changing engine oil. If you
drop the engine oil on the engine
room, wipe it off immediately.
• When you wipe the oil level gauge,
you should wipe it with a clean
cloth. When mixed with debris, it
can cause engine damage.
5. Pull the dipstick out again and
check the level. The level should
be between F and L.
Gamma 1.6L T-GDI
OSK3078002NR
Nu 2.0L MPI
OSK3078088NR
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