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Kia Spectra GS L4-1.8L (2002)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Engine Oil: Specifications (page 3 of 3)

Make
Kia
Model
Spectra GS
Engine
L4-1.8L
Year
2002
Section
Fluids › Engine Oil
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 3 of 3
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Engine Oil: Service and Repair

Oil replacement 

Warning:  Be careful when draining because oil is hot and could cause personal injury. 

1. Warm engine to normal operating temperature and turn engine off. Position a suitable container under oil pan.

2. Remove oil filler cap and oil pan drain plug.
3. Allow oil to be fully drained.
4. Install drain plug with new gasket.

Tightening torque: 22 - 30 ft. lbs. (29 - 41 Nm, 3.0 - 4.2 kg-m) 

5. Refill engine with specified type and amount of engine oil.

6. Install oil filler cap.
7. Run engine and check for leaks.

8. Check oil level and add oil if necessary.

Oil pan capacity: 3.8 U.S. qt. (3.6 liters) 

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