Changing The Engine Oil And Filter - Kia Carnival Manual

Maintenance
Use a funnel to help prevent oil
from being spilled on engine com -
ponents.
Use only the specified engine oil.
(Refer to "Recommended lubricants
and capacities" on page 9-7.)
Do not spill engine oil when add -
ing 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.
To keep the engine in optimal
condition, use the recommended
engine oil and filter. If the recom -
mended engine oil and filter are
not used replace it according to
the maintenance schedule under
severe usage conditions.
The purpose of the maintenance
schedule for engine oil replace -
ment is to prevent oil deteriora -
tion and it is irrelevant to oil
consumption. Check and refill
engine oil regularly.
WARNING
Used engine oil may cause irritation
or cancer of the skin if left in con -
tact with the skin for prolonged
periods of time. Used engine oil con -
tains chemicals that have caused
cancer in laboratory animals. Always
protect your skin by washing your
hands thoroughly with soap and
warm water as soon as possible
after handling used oil. Do not leave
used engine oil within the reach of
children.
NOTICE
When the oil pressure is low due to
insufficient engine oil, the Engine Oil
Pressure ( ) warning light will
illuminate.
In addition, the enhanced engine
protection system, which limits the
engine's power is activated and the
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (
will illuminate when the vehicle is
driven in this state continuously.
Engine oil (Petrol engine)
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