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How many liters of engine oil does the KIA Picanto contain?
Answer: The amount of motor oil contained in the KIA Picanto varies depending on the equipped engine model. As for the gasoline-powered versions, the quantity... read all

Posted on 24-06-2023
Why is the horn of the Kia Picanto not working?
Answer: If the horn of the Kia Picanto is not working, it is possible that its fuse has blown; there may also be damage to the wiring or to the horn itself lo... read all

Posted on 21-06-2023
Why isn't the screen of my Kia Picanto turning on?
Answer: If the central screen of the Kia Picanto stops working, the most likely cause is a burnt fuse that needs to be replaced. If the problem persists after... read all

Posted on 6-06-2023
How to remove the clutch cable in a 2011 Kia Picanto?
Answer: To dismantle and replace the clutch cable, we must first disconnect it from the pedal, by removing the plastics from the lower part of the dashboard b... read all

Posted on 15-05-2023
Where are the fuses located in the Kia Picanto?
Answer: The Kia Picanto has two fuse boxes. There are no problems with the first one, which is located inside the cabin. It can be found in a small compartmen... read all

Posted on 19-04-2023
How much does it cost to replace the timing belt on the Kia Picanto?
Answer: Usually, the official service network workshops set the price for a belt change, including labor, at around 400 – 600€ (for a medium-sized machine... read all

Posted on 19-03-2023
What is the cost to replace the timing belt on the Kia Picanto?
Answer: The cost to replace the timing belt on the Kia Picanto varies from 38€ to 126€ plus the labor cost applied by the workshop to carry out the replac... read all

Posted on 15-03-2023
What does the Kia Picanto tire pressure light indicate?
Answer: The Kia Picanto's tire pressure warning light indicates that one of the tires has insufficient inflation pressure: to solve the problem, bring all the... read all

Posted on 4-03-2023
What are the problems with the KIA Picanto LPG?
Answer: The KIA Picanto LPG is certainly an excellent small car for city use, given the reduced costs and, above all, the low consumption. However, your LPG s... read all

Posted on 7-02-2023
Where is the transmission oil filler cap located on a Kia Picanto?
Answer: To reach the gearbox oil filler of the Kia Picanto, it is necessary to lift the car, because this is located in the lower part of the gearbox, and let... read all

Posted on 3-02-2023
What can I do if the bonnet of my Kia Picanto won't open?
Answer: If the bonnet of your Kia Picanto is stuck, get help from a friend: if you open the bonnet with the lever, have your friend press moderately on the fr... read all

Posted on 3-02-2023
How often to service the Kia Picanto?
Answer: Generally, the first service is carried out within 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. The price is around 150/200 euros on the official ne... read all

Posted on 10-01-2023
Why does the radio no longer work on the Kia Picanto?
Answer: If the car radio no longer works on your Kia Picanto, it could be the fuse that has blown or the backlighting of the infotainment. If it is not the fu... read all

Posted on 9-01-2023
How much does the service cost of a Kia Picanto actually cost?
Answer: The cost of the first service of a Kia Picanto car is around € 116. The maintenance of the vehicle must be carried out within one year from its purcha... read all

Posted on 14-11-2022
What are the costs of the coupons for the Kia Picanto?
Answer: You can buy the service kit for your Kia Picanto in order to save on the overall cost. From a minimum of two coupons to around 300 euros up to eight a... read all

Posted on 27-10-2022
How many km do you have to carry out the service of the Kia Picanto?
Answer: The Kia Picanto must be serviced every 12 months or every 15000 km traveled since the last service: this information can be found in the car's use and... read all

Posted on 16-10-2022
Where is the cigarette lighter fuse of the Kia Picanto?
Answer: The fuse of the cigarette lighter of the Kia Picanto is located inside the fuse box inside the dashboard, under the steering column: the fuse in quest... read all

Posted on 16-10-2022
Where is the car radio fuse of the Kia Picanto?
Answer: The car radio fuse of the Kia Picanto is located in the fuse box inside the engine compartment: the fuse is the one indicated by the AUDIO abbreviatio... read all

Posted on 16-10-2022
What does the engine light on the Kia Picanto 2 mean?
Answer: If you want to know the meaning of each of the warning lights on the instrument panel of your Kia Picanto Mk2 (year 2011-2018), just consult the speci... read all

Posted on 27-09-2022
Where is the starter motor fuse on the Kia Picanto?
Answer: On this car model, all the fuses are contained inside two boxes which are placed one on the left side of the engine compartment and one in the passeng... read all

Posted on 9-09-2022
What does the tire warning light indicate in the Kia Picanto?
Answer: The tire warning light in the instrument panel represents a flat tire and has an exclamation point in the center. When it lights up yellow, it means t... read all

Posted on 5-09-2022
What to do when the low tire pressure warning light comes on on the Kia Picanto?
Answer: It may happen that while you are in the car you can see a warning light coming on in the dashboard, the icon of which is made up of an exclamation poi... read all

Posted on 14-07-2022
What problems have been encountered on the Kia Picanto?
Answer: Among the most common problems encountered on Kia Picanto, it is worth mentioning the one related to the tank filler neck which could break and cause ... read all

Posted on 7-07-2022
What does the engine warning light mean in a Kia Picanto?
Answer: The engine light on a Kia Picanto can indicate various problems; it could be electronic problems (sensors, lambda probe, computer) or mechanical probl... read all

Posted on 24-06-2022
Where is the oil filter located in the Kia Picanto?
Answer: On the Kia Picanto the oil filter is located between the engine block and the oil pan so that it can work best for oil circulation. It is advisable to... read all

Posted on 21-06-2022
What warning lights are there in the instrument cluster of my Kia Picanto?
Answer: The dashboard warning lights of your Kia Picanto are of 4 different colors: green, red, yellow and blue. Green lights indicate proper functioning of s... read all

Posted on 4-06-2022
What to do if the tire pressure warning light comes on on the Kia Picanto?
Answer: When this light comes on, you should stop, check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the correct pressure. Driving with excessively def... read all

Posted on 28-04-2022
After how many kilometers should the first service be done on the Kia Picanto?
Answer: The first service of the Kia Picanto, as specified by the car manufacturer itself, must be carried out after having traveled 15,000 kilometers. Altern... read all

Posted on 28-03-2022
How do I change the gearbox oil on the Kia Picanto 1.0?
Answer: In order to replace the gearbox oil of the Kia Picanto, you need to unscrew the drain plug of the tank containing the gearbox oil, located in the lowe... read all

Posted on 6-03-2022
Where is the Kia Picanto petrol filter located?
Answer: The fuel filter of your Kia Picanto is located in the engine compartment, near the car's fuel system. You will need to lift the car in order to access... read all

Posted on 6-03-2022
When should the timing belt of the Kia Picanto be changed?
Answer: The timing belt inside the Kia Picanto is undoubtedly one of the most important components. Although the construction materials guarantee a high durab... read all

Posted on 28-02-2022
How often should the Kia Picanto be serviced?
Answer: The coupons in your Kia Picanto have an interval that goes every 12,000 km or 12 months, whichever occurs first. We recommend using the components rec... read all

Posted on 28-01-2022
Kia Picanto problems, what are the possible solutions?
Answer: If you have problems on the Kia Picanto and the engine does not start in the presence of the yellow engine light, we recommend that you do a check up ... read all

Posted on 7-12-2021
What are the spies of the Kia Picanto?
Answer: On the instrument panel of the Kia Picanto you will find all the classic warning lights common in every car. They are all indicated in the use and mai... read all

Posted on 23-11-2021
What are the spies of the Kia Picanto?
Answer: On the instrument panel of the Kia Picanto you will find the warning light for the reserve, handbrake, engine failure, etc. All the symbols and meanin... read all

Posted on 22-11-2021
What are the main spies of the Kia Picanto?
Answer: A complete list of all the warning lights on the Kia Picanto can be found in the user manual. On the dashboard of this car, however, there is no short... read all

Posted on 13-11-2021
When should I have my Kia Picanto LPG serviced for the first time?
Answer: The first service of your Kia Picanto LPG must be carried out after 15,000 kilometers or 12 months. The cost obviously varies according to the product... read all

Posted on 15-10-2021
How much does the service cost on the Kia Picanto?
Answer: On Kia Picanto an ordinary service (therefore replacement of the air filters, fuel filter, oil filter and change of essential liquids such as engine o... read all

Posted on 11-10-2021
How many km do you have to carry out a service on the Kia Picanto?
Answer: The service of the Kia Picanto must be carried out according to the intervals indicated in the use and maintenance booklet of the car. For this model ... read all

Posted on 1-10-2021
How often should the timing belt of the Kia Picanto be changed?
Answer: The timing belt replacement of the Kia Picanto 1.0 must be performed every 100,000 kilometers or every five years. During the time interval between on... read all

Posted on 21-09-2021
Where is the radiator vent on a Kia Picanto?
Answer: The radiator vent of our Kia Picanto is positioned inside the engine compartment, near the radiator itself. To reach it, we will simply have to go to ... read all

Posted on 17-09-2021
How much does the service of the LPG Kia Picanto cost?
Answer: The service cost of the LPG Kia Picanto is around € 235.00, but may vary according to the maintenance operations that are required. The service must b... read all

Posted on 4-09-2021
Clutch cost on Kia Picanto?
Answer: Depending on the brand (and often the quality) a clutch kit for Kia Picanto can cost, on the net, from 60 to 100 €. If you have your mechanic change t... read all

Posted on 8-08-2021
How much does the service cost of a Kia Picanto?
Answer: The service of our Kia Picanto costs approximately 350/400 euros. However, this price can vary according to which operation you have to face, and also... read all

Posted on 12-05-2021
How many km do you change the timing belt of the Kia Picanto?
Answer: The replacement of the timing belt is a fundamental maintenance, not to be neglected as its failure could cause irreparable damage to the engine: the ... read all

Posted on 20-04-2019
How many km do you have to replace the timing belt of the Kia Picanto?
Answer: Replacing the timing belt is a maintenance that must not be neglected for any reason as its breakage could cause irreparable damage to the engine; thi... read all

Posted on 16-01-2019
How much is the timing belt of the Kia Picanto?
Answer: Replacing the timing belt is a maintenance that should not be neglected since its failure could cause serious damage to the engine; the cost of the ki... read all

Posted on 18-08-2018
How many km to replace the timing belt of the Kia Picanto 1000 lpg?
Answer: Replacing the timing belt is a maintenance that must not under any circumstances be neglected since its failure could cause irreparable damage to the ... read all

Posted on 30-07-2018
How much do the Kia Picanto tablets cost?
Answer: The cost of the front brake pads of this car model is around 30.00 euros; it is advisable to check the surface condition and the thickness of the disc... read all

Posted on 25-07-2018
How much do the Kia Picanto lpg injectors cost?
Answer: The function of the injectors is to pulverize the fuel and inject it into the combustion chamber: the state of the injectors is therefore absolutely e... read all

Posted on 13-04-2018

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