Your new vehicle is designed to obtain maximum performance with UNLEADED FUEL, as well as minimize exhaust emissions and spark plug fouling.
3.8 engine
Your new vehicle is designed to use only unleaded fuel having an octane number (R+M)/2) of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
5.0 engine
Your new vehicle is designed to use only unleaded fuel having an octane number ((R+M)/2) of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
For improved vehicle performance, premium unleaded fuel with an octane number ((R+M)/2) of 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher is recommended.
Never add any fuel system cleaning agents to the fuel tank other than what has been specified. (Consult an authorized Kia dealer for details.)
WARNING
Refueling
✽ NOTICE
Tighten the cap until it clicks once. otherwise the Check Engine
light will illuminate.
Recommended lubricants and capacities
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use
only lubricants of the proper quality.
The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improv ...
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
ABS (or ESC) will not prevent accidents due to improper or dangerous driving
maneuvers. Even though vehicle control is improved during emergency braking, always
maintain a safe distance between yo ...
Electronic stability control (ESC)
The Electronic Stability control (ESC) system is designed to stabilize the vehicle
during cornering maneuvers. ESC checks where you are steering and where the vehicle
is actually going. ESC appl ...