Kia Carnival Manual page 809

Specifications & Consumer information
Recommended SAE viscosity number
Temperature
Smartstream G3.5 GDi/MPI
(Except Middle East, Libya, Alge -
ria, Iran, Morocco, Sudan, Tuni -
sia, Egypt, India)
Smartstream G3.5 GDi/MPI
(For Middle East, Libya, Algeria,
Iran, Morocco, Sudan, Tunisia,
Egypt, India)
Smartstream D2.2
An engine oil displaying this American Petroleum Institute (API) Cer -
tification Mark conforms to the International Lubricant Specification
Advisory Committee (ILSAC). It is recommended to only use engine
oils that uphold this API Certification Mark.
CAUTION
Always be sure to clean the area around any filler plug, drain plug, or dip -
stick before checking or draining any lubricant. This is especially important
in dusty or sandy areas and when the vehicle is used on unpaved roads.
Cleaning the plug and dipstick areas will prevent dirt and grit from entering
the engine and other mechanisms that could be damaged.
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an effect on fuel economy and cold
weather operating (engine start and engine oil flowability). Lower viscosity
engine oils can provide better fuel economy and cold weather performance,
however, higher viscosity engine oils are required for satisfactory lubrication
in hot weather.
Using oils of any viscosity other than those recommended could result in
engine damage.
When choosing an oil, consider the range of temperature your vehicle will be
operated in before the next oil change. Proceed to select the recommended
oil viscosity from the chart.
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
C
F
Recommended lubricants and capacities
9
9
9