Kia K900: Checking the engine oil level
1.Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2.Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature.
3.Turn the engine off and wait for a few minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil to return to the oil pan.
4.Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and re-insert it fully.
WARNING
Radiator hose
Be very careful not to touch the radiator hose when checking or adding the engine oil as it may be hot enough to burn you.
5.Pull the dipstick out again and check the level. The level should be between F and L.
CAUTION
- Do not overfill with engine oil. Engine damage may result.
- Do not spill engine oil, when adding or changing engine oil. If you spill engine oil in the engine room, wipe it off immediately.
If it is near or at L, add enough oil to bring the level to F. Do not overfill.
Use a funnel to help prevent oil from being spilled on engine components.
Engine oil
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Changing the engine oil and filter
Have engine oil and filter changed by an authorized K900 Kia dealer according
to the Maintenance Schedule at the beginning of this section.
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Warning Messages
Shift to "P" position
This warning message illuminates if you try to turn off the engine without
the shift lever in P (Park) position.
At this time, the Engine Start/Stop Button t ...
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute
(rpm).
Use the tachometer to select the correct shift points and to prevent lugging
and/or over-revving the engi ...
Rocking the vehicle
If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to free it from snow, sand, or mud, first
turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around your front wheels.
Then, shift back and forth betwe ...