Changing The Engine Oil And Filter - Kia Sorento 2022 Manual

Maintenance
5. Pull the dipstick out again and
check the level. Check if the oil
level is between the F-L line, and
if it is below the L line, add enough
oil to bring the level to F line.
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.
CAUTION
When you wipe the oil level gauge,
you should wipe it with a clean cloth.
When mixed with debris, it can
cause engine damage.
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Use a funnel to help prevent oil from
being spilled on engine components.
Use only the specified engine oil.
(Refer to "Recommended lubricants
and capacities" on page 9-9.)
Do not spill engine oil when adding
or changing engine oil. Wipe off
spilled oil immediately.
The engine oil consumption may
increase whilst you break in a new
vehicle and it will be stabilized
after driving 6,000 km (4,000
miles).
The engine oil consumption can be
affected by driving habits, climate
conditions, traffic conditions, oil
quality, etc. Therefore, it is rec-
ommended that you inspect the
engine oil level regularly and refill
it if necessary.

Changing the engine oil and filter

Have the engine oil and filter
replaced by a professional work-
shop. Kia recommends to visit an
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.
Engine oil and filter
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