Kia Niro: Maintenance / Engine Coolant
The high-pressure cooling system has a reservoir filled with year round antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is filled at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and coolant level at least once a year, at the beginning of the winter season, and before traveling to a colder climate.
CAUTION
- When the engine overheats from low engine coolant, suddenly adding engine coolant may cause cracks in the engine. To prevent damage, add engine coolant slowly in small quantities.
- Do not drive with no engine coolant. It may cause water pump failure and engine seizure, etc.
Changing the engine oil and filter
We recommend that the engine oil and filter be replaced by an authorized Kia
dealer.
WARNING
Used engine oil may cause skin irritation or cancer if left in contact with
the skin for prolonged pe ...
Checking the coolant level
WARNING Removing radiator cap
Never attempt to remove the radiator cap while the engine is operating
or hot. Doing so might lead to cooling system and engine damage. Also, hot coolant
or s ...
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Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Virtual Engine Sound System (VESS)
The Virtual Engine Sound System generates an engine sound for pedestrians to
hear vehicle while at low speeds in EV mode.
Hybrid battery air intake
The hybrid battery air intake is located on bottom the rear seats. The air intake
cools down the hybrid battery. When the hybrid battery air int ...
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Sub Frame Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2.
Remove the universal bolt (A).
Tightening torque :
32.4 - 37.3 N·m (3.3 - 3.8 kgf·m, 23.9 - 27.5 lb·ft)
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