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Maintenance – KIA Soul 2011 User Manual

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Maintenance

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G050800AUN

Air cleaner filter

A Genuine KIA air cleaner filter is recom-
mended when the filter is replaced.

G050900AUN

Spark plugs

Make sure to install new spark plugs of
the correct heat range.

G051000AHM

Valve clearance (if equipped)

Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or
engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
An authorized KIA dealer should perform
the operation.

G051100AHM

Cooling system

Check the cooling system components,
such as the radiator, coolant reservoir,
hoses and connections for leakage and
damage. Replace any damaged parts.

G051200AUN

Coolant

The coolant should be changed at the
intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule.

G051300AUN

Manual transaxle fluid
(if equipped)

Inspect the manual transaxle fluid
according to the maintenance schedule.

G051400AUN

Automatic transaxle fluid
(if equipped)

The fluid level should be in the "HOT"
range of the dipstick, after the engine
and transaxle are at normal operating
temperature.

Check the automatic

transaxle fluid level with the engine run-
ning and the transaxle in neutral, with the
parking brake properly applied.

G051500AUN

Brake hoses and lines

Visually check for proper installation,
chafing, cracks, deterioration and any
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts immediately.

G051600AAM

Brake/Clutch (if equipped) fluid

Check the brake fluid level in the brake
fluid reservoir. The level should be
between “MIN” and “MAX” marks on the
side of the reservoir. Use only hydraulic
brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT
4 specification.

G051700AUN

Parking brake

Inspect the parking brake system includ-
ing the parking brake lever and cables.

G051900AUN

Brake discs, pads, calipers and
rotors

Check the pads for excessive wear, discs
for run out and wear, and calipers for fluid
leakage.