Kia Seltos 2019 Owner's Manual page 384

Maintenance
shop. Kia recommends to visit an
authorized Kia dealer/service part
ner.
Fuel filter cartridge (for diesel)
A clogged filter can limit the speed
at which the vehicle may be driven,
damage the emission system and
cause multiple issues such as hard
starting. If an excessive amount of
foreign matter accumulates in the
fuel tank, the filter may require
replacement more frequently.
After installing a new filter, run the
engine for several minutes, and
check for leaks at the connections.
We recommend that the fuel filter
be replaced by a professional work
shop. Kia recommends to visit an
authorized Kia dealer/service part
ner.
Fuel lines, fuel hoses and connec
tions
Check the fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections for leakage and dam
age. We recommend that the fuel
lines, fuel hoses and connections be
replaced by a professional work
shop. Kia recommends to visit an
authorized Kia dealer/service part
ner.
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Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
WARNING
Diesel only
Never work on the injection system
with the engine running or within 30
seconds after shutting off the
engine. High pressure pump, rail,
injectors and high pressure pipes are
subject to high pressure even after
the engine stops. The fuel jet pro
duced by fuel leaks may cause seri
ous injury, if it touches the body.
People wearing a cardiac pacemaker
should maintain a distance of at
least 30 cm from the ECU or wiring
harness within the engine room
while the engine is running, since
the high currents in the Common
Rail system produce considerable
magnetic fields.
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap (for
petrol engine)
The vapor hose and fuel filler cap
should be inspected at those inter
vals specified in the maintenance
schedule. Make sure that a new
vapor hose or fuel filler cap is cor
rectly replaced.