How to Keep Your Kia Running Smoothly with Regular Fluid Checks

While your Kia dealership will, no doubt, advise you to carry out a regular fluid check on your vehicle, a surprising number of drivers are uncertain of which fluids to check and what they should be looking for when they carry out this maintenance task. So, let’s take a closer look at what’s under your Kia’s hood and what you need to be inspecting.

What Kind of Fluid Check Should I Carry Out?

There are several vital fluids in your vehicle’s engine that you should inspect regularly. Your owner’s manual will advise you as to how frequently those checks should be done and what the appropriate levels should be.

Engine Oil

Engine oil is one of the most important fluids for your vehicle’s proper function since it helps keep the engine’s components lubricated and running smoothly. You need to check the level of your oil to make sure there’s enough to help provide optimal lubrication. It’s also important to check whether it’s clean since dirty oil will eventually cause damage.

Engine Coolant

Friction in your engine results in high temperatures. Without sufficient coolant to keep your engine at the right temperature, it could overheat, damaging the engine and potentially even causing a fire. Engine coolant must be checked at a minimum after completing 50,000 miles.

Transmission Fluid

This fluid will lubricate your vehicle’s transmission’s moving parts, helping guard against premature wear and excess friction. Depending on your Kia model and age, you may not be able to check this fluid yourself and may have to visit a mechanic to get the level inspected.

Brake Fluid

Hydraulic pressure is used by your Kia’s braking system to apply its brakes, and brake fluid has a vital part to play in this process. If your vehicle’s brake fluid is leaking, or contaminated, your braking performance may be negatively affected, which can put you in danger.

Power Steering Fluid

Depending on the age of your vehicle, it may use a power steering fluid to help keep its power steering operational. Heavy steering, which makes turning difficult, suggests this fluid is leaking or at a low level and needs checking.

Can I Visit My Kia Dealership to Check My Fluids?

The trained mechanics at your Kia dealer will be able to check your vehicle’s fluid levels for you and top them up if necessary, helping ensure you stay safe on the roads. Your fluids will be checked as part of your vehicle’s annual service as standard.

 If you need to book your Kia for service or need help checking your fluid levels, call DARCARS Kia of Lanham in Maryland today. 

Tags: Engine Coolant, Engine Oil, Regular Fluid Checks, Transmission Fluid
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