Kia Telluride 2023, Manual, Page: 508 / 524

Specifications and Consumer informa
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tion
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Recommended lubricants and capacities
Recommended SAE viscosity
number
CAUTION
Always be sure to clean the area around
any filler plug, drain plug, or dipstick
before checking or draining any lubri
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cant. This is especially important in
dusty or sandy areas and when the vehi
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cle is used on unpaved roads. Cleaning
the plug and dipstick areas will prevent
dirt and grit from entering the engine
and other mechanisms that could be
damaged.
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an
effect on fuel economy and cold
weather operating (engine start and
engine oil flowability). Lower viscosity
engine oils can provide better fuel econ
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omy and cold weather performance,
however, higher viscosity engine oils are
required for satisfactory lubrication in
hot weather. Using oils of any viscosity
other than those recommended could
result in engine damage. When choosing
an oil, consider the range of temperature
your vehicle will be operated in before
the next oil change. Proceed to select
the recommended oil viscosity from the
chart.
An engine oil displaying this American Petroleum Institute (API) Certifica
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tion Mark conforms to the international Lubricant Specification Advisory
Committee (ILSAC). It is recommended to only use engine oils that uphold
this API Certification Mark.
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature
°C
(°F)
(Gasoline) 3.8 GDi
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
-10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
5W-30