Recommended Sae Viscosity Number - Kia RIO Owner's Manual

Recommended SAE viscosity
number
CAUTION
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug, or
dipstick before checking or drain-
ing 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 vis-
cosity engine oils are required for satisfac-
tory lubrication in hot weather. Using oils of
any viscosity other than those recom-
mended could result in engine damage.
When choosing an oil, consider the range
of temperature your vehicle will be oper-
ated in before the next oil change.
Proceed to select the recommended oil
viscosity from the chart.
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
°C
Temperature
(°F)
1.25L *
Petrol Engine Oil
(For Europe)
1.4L *
1.25L *
Petrol Engine Oil
(Except Europe)
1.4L/1.6L *
Diesel
Engine Oil
* 1 : For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE
5W-20 (API SM / ACEA A5 or above).
* 2 : For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE
5W-20,5W-30 (API SM / ILSAC GF-4 or above). However, if the engine oil is not available in
your country, select the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
* 3 : In Middle East, do not use the engine oil of viscosity grade SAE 5W-20.
* 4 : For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE
5W-30 (ACEA A5 or above).
* 5 : For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE
5W-20,5W-30 (API SM / ILSAC GF-4 or above, ACEA A5 or above). However, if the engine
oil is not available in your country, select the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity
chart.
Specifications & Consumer information
-30 -20 -10 0 10
-10 0 20 40
5W-20
1
0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40
4
2 5W-20*
5
5W-20*
10W-30
5W-30
0W-30
20 30 40 50
60 80 100 120
3 , 5W-30
20W-50
15W-40
10W-30
3 , 5W-30
15W-40
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