Kia Picanto, Manual

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Maintenance Engine Coolant
hands thoroughly with soap and
warm water as soon as possible
after handling used oil. Engine Coolant
The high-pressure cooling system
has a reservoir filled with year
round antifreeze coolant. The reser
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voir is filled at the factory
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant level at least once a year, at
the beginning of the winter season,
and before travelling to a colder cli
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mate.
CAUTION
䳜 When the engine overheats from
low engine coolant, suddenly add
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ing engine coolant may cause
cracks in the engine. To prevent
damage, add engine coolant
slowly in small quantities.
䳜 Do not drive with no engine cool
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ant. It may cause water pump
failure and engine seizure, etc.
Checking the coolant level
WARNING
Removing radiator cap
䳜Never attempt to remove the
radiator cap whilst the engine
is operating or hot. Doing so
might lead to cooling system and
engine damage. Also, hot coolant
or steam could cause serious per
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sonal injury.
䳜 Turn the engine off and wait until
it cools down. Use extreme care