Kia Soul 2023 Manual page 404

Maintenance
Months
Miles×1,000
Km×1,000
Intelligent Variable Transmis-
sion (IVT) fluid
*1. Engine oil and engine oil filter
As it is normal for engine oil to be con-
sumed during driving, the engine oil
level should be checked on regular
basis.
The engine oil change interval for nor-
mal operating conditions is based on the
use of the recommended engine specifi-
cation. If the recommended engine oil
specification is not used, then replace
the engine oil according to the mainte-
nance schedule under severe operating
conditions.
*2. Coolant (Engine)
When adding coolant, use only deion-
ized water or soft water for your vehicle
and never mix hard water in the coolant
filled at the factory. An improper coolant
mixture can result in serious malfunction
or engine damage.
*3. Drive belts (Engine)
Inspect alternator, water pump and air
conditioner drive belt and if necessary,
repair or replace. Inspect drive belt ten-
sioner, idler and alternator pulley and if
necessary correct or replace.
Fuel filter (Gasoline engine)
The fuel filter is considered to be main-
tenance free but periodic inspection is
recommended for this maintenance
schedule depends on fuel quality.
7 10
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
12 24 36 48
7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5
12 24 36 48
60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180
60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180
No service required
僅 If there are some important safety
matters like fuel flow restriction, surg-
ing, loss of power, hard starting prob-
lem etc, replace the fuel filter
immediately regardless of mainte-
nance schedule and consult an autho-
rized Kia dealer for details.
Scheduled maintenance service