Inspection |
Engine Oil Level
Be sure that the vehicle is on level ground. |
1. |
Warm up and stop the engine, and then wait for 5 minutes. |
2. |
Turn the engine off and wait for a few minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil to return to the oil pan. |
3. |
Pull the dipstick out, wipe and re-insert it fully. |
4. |
Check that the oil level is between the "L" level mark and "F" level mark on the engine oil level gauge. |
5. |
If the level is low, check for leakage and add oil up to the full level mark.
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Engine Oil Appearance
1. |
Check engine oil for white turbidity or heavy contamination. |
2. |
If engine oil becomes turbid and white, it is highly probable that it is contaminated with engine coolant. Repair or replace damaged parts. |
Replacement |
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1. |
Park the car on level ground. |
2. |
Drain engine oil.
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3. |
Replace the oil filter.
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4. |
Refill with the engine oil.
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5. |
Start the engine and check that no oil is leaking from the drain plug or oil filter. |
6. |
Recheck the engine oil level.
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Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Releasing the parking brake
To release the parking brake, depress the parking brake pedal a second time while
applying the foot brake. The pedal will automatically extend to the fully released
position.
WARNING
Whenever leaving the vehicle or parking, always come to a complete stop
and continue to depress the bra ...
Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Air cleaner
Filter replacement
It must be replaced when necessary, and should not be washed.
You can clean the filter when inspecting the air cleaner element.
Clean the filter by using compressed air.
1. Loosen the air cleaner cover attaching clips and open the cover.
2. Wipe the inside of the air cl ...