How do you change the oil in a Kia Rondo?

This video shows you the location of your oil drain plug, oil filter, oil fill cap and dipstick in addition to the steps needed to change the oil and filter in your Rondo. For most Kias, you can wrap an old belt around the oil filter and unscrew it by hand. If you can’t do this, see our parts page to find a Kia Rondo oil filter wrench.

What’s the best way to remove an oil drain plug?

A lubricant will dissolve rust and any sludge on the stuck oil drain plug. In this step, start by spraying oil over the oil drain plug. Wait for a few minutes the oil to take effect before you try to remove the oil drain plug. After the rust or sludge has dissolved, use a socket wrench or any other tool to remove the plug.

Why did my oil drain plug fall out?

The only scenarios that comes to mind is lots of short trips where the oilpan and oil never got really hot. Then 35 days later a long trip gets it really warm and the plug gets loose and falls out. The second is a defective crankcase ventilator along with a damaged plug “O” ring that eventually blows out resulting in a loose drain plug.

What kind of trans fluid does a Kia Rondo use?

Hello, below is the info for you. You will need trans fluid called SP-III say about 5 qts to refill Remove the drain plug(A) from the bottom of the transmission case to drain the fluid. Install the drain plug via the gasket, and tighten it to the specified torque. TORQUE :40 – 50Nm (4.0 – 5.0 kgf.m, 29 – 36 lb-ft)

Where is the reset button on a Kia?

Apply parking brake and turn ignition to ON position with the engine OFF (not the ACC position). Hold down pressure warning reset switch (located under the steering wheel or in glove box) (insert image of the reset switch) until the TPMS telltale light blinks three (3) times.

How do you reset a Kia TPMS sensor?

Turn ignition to the ON position with the engine OFF (not the ACC position). Connect the scan tool to the OBDII port and upload the sensor IDs. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. Re-scan each sensor. Drive the vehicle above 30mph for at least 10 minutes and monitor the low tire pressure monitor to ensure it does not blink.

How often should you change the oil in your Kia vehicle?

Due to improvements in vehicle technology and performance and the use of high-performance synthetic oils, the new standard is every 6 months or 7,500 miles. Kia vehicles, as mentioned above, can even be extended to 10,000 miles between oil changes.

How do you change a flat tire on a Kia?

Once positioned, start turning the hand crank to raise the car. You will want to get the car to a decent height before you complete the task of getting the lug nuts off completely. You should eventually get them loose enough so that the final few turns can be done by hand.

What should I do if my Kia spare tire needs air?

You can then lower your Kia back to the ground and remove the jack. Before you place the hubcap back on, give the lug nuts another go with the wrench to make them as tight as possible. If your Kia spare tire looks like it might need some air, hit your nearest gas station and fill it up as quickly as possible, and that’s the job done!

Are there any problems with the 2008 Kia Rondo?

2008 Kia Rondo. Consumer writes in regards to gasket/ oil pan problems. The consumer stated during a routine oil change, he was informed there was a small leak in the oil pan gasket and it would be corrected during the next service, since the oil had already been changed.

How do you change engine oil on a Kia 4 cylinder?

Clean the surface where the oil filter will be installed. Apply engine oil to the gasket on the new oil filter. Screw the new oil filter in and tighten it by hand. If you prefer to use a torque wrench, tighten the filter to 11.5 ft-lb.

Where is the air conditioning drain line on a Kia Rondo?

Air conditioning drain line is located directly above passenger side engine cradle mounting excess condensation has completely rusted through the cradle and broken apart. Vehicle only has 65,000 miles.

What happens if you have a Kia engine failure?

Warranty Extensions: Powertrain warranties on Class vehicles will be extended to a lifetime warranty. Reimbursement for Repairs: Repairs will be reimbursed in full along with a $140 goodwill payment in certain circumstances. Costs of rental cars, towing, and other Kia engine failure related expenses will also be reimbursed.

Move the select lever through all positions, and then move it to the “N” position. Drive the vehicle until the fluid temperature rises to the normal temperature (70 – 80°C), and then check the fluid level again. The fluid level must be at the HOT mark. Firmly insert the oil level gauge(A) into the oil filler tube.

How much torque does a Kia Rondo have?

Remove the drain plug(A) from the bottom of the transmission case to drain the fluid. Install the drain plug via the gasket, and tighten it to the specified torque. TORQUE :40 – 50Nm (4.0 – 5.0 kgf.m, 29 – 36 lb-ft)

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