What is Kia's genuine engine oil?
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The brand of Dongfeng Kia's genuine engine oil is Total, which produces 5w20 and 5w30. If you want to change the oil during later maintenance, you can choose Castrol. To select the appropriate oil for your Kia model, refer to the specifications in the car maintenance manual, which is API-SM/GF-4SAE5W/20. Any oil that meets the API-SM/GF-4SAE5W/20 standard can be used for Kia maintenance. The viscosity of engine oil changes with temperature, so it's essential to pay attention to its performance under both low and high temperatures. For example, in 5W-30, the first number indicates low-temperature fluidity. 5W means it can withstand temperatures as low as -30°C. The smaller this number, the better the low-temperature fluidity, resulting in smoother cold starts for the car. The second number represents the kinematic viscosity of the oil at 100°C. A higher value means the oil can maintain its viscosity index better at high temperatures, which can also be understood as better lubrication performance under high-temperature conditions. The method for changing Kia's engine oil is as follows: Wait for the engine temperature to drop, allowing the oil to flow back into the oil pan. Use a wrench to loosen the oil drain plug and place an oil pan underneath to catch the old oil until it stops flowing. Start the engine for about 30 seconds to allow the oil in the main oil passage to drain out. Use a specialized wrench to remove the oil filter. Apply some oil to the seal of the new oil filter and tighten it clockwise by hand. Add the new oil through the oil filler cap on the engine valve cover. Generally, fill about three-quarters of the oil container. Start the engine and let it run for 5 minutes. Check for any leaks around the oil drain plug and oil filter. If there are leaks, perform necessary repairs. After stopping the engine, pull out the oil dipstick and check that the engine oil level is within the standard range.
