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Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
What are the problems with the KIA Rio 1.1 CRDI?
Answer: As for the KIA Rio 1.1 CRDI, in addition to the poor quality materials of the interior, a typical element of low-end cars, there are frequent complain... read all

Posted on 30-01-2023
What are the service intervals in the diesel Kia Rio?
Answer: The maintenance interval is fixed every 15,000 km or 12 months. The tank contains 5.3 liters to which add another half liter that goes into the filter... read all

Posted on 22-01-2023
What does the Kia Rio tire pressure light indicate?
Answer: The Kia Rio's tire pressure warning light indicates that at least one of the four tires is underinflated: by inflating the tire in question, the warni... read all

Posted on 7-01-2023
Where is the oil filter located in the KIA Rio?
Answer: In the KIA Rio 2, the oil filter is located in the lower part of the engine, accessible by lifting the car by a lift or with a jack, obviously taking ... read all

Posted on 1-12-2022
When to get a service on the Kia Rio?
Answer: The Kia Rio needs one service per year. If you travel many kilometers, this maintenance intervention must be brought forward when the 15,000km mark is... read all

Posted on 3-04-2022
How much does the Kia Rio 1.1 diesel fuel filter cost?
Answer: The diesel filter of the Kia Rio 1.1 diesel can be purchased from around 10 euros. However, you can spend more than twice as much for a replacement of... read all

Posted on 19-12-2021
How do I change the front bumper of my Kia Rio?
Answer: To remove the bumper from your 2007 Kia Rio, you will only need a set of ratchet wrenches, some screwdrivers and torx bits. First you will need to lif... read all

Posted on 8-12-2021
How much does it cost to replace the timing belt on Kia Rio with 1100 engine?
Answer: Replacing the timing belt on Kia Rio with 1100 petrol engine costs around € 350, including work, although this price is only indicative and depends on... read all

Posted on 1-09-2021
Where is the Kia Rio diesel filter located?
Answer: With reference to the 1.4 CRDi engine of the Kia Rio, an engine that also equips other models of the Korean house, the diesel filter is located inside... read all

Posted on 29-08-2021
Where is the RPM sensor located on Kia Rio?
Answer: On Kia Rio the sensor that detects the number of engine revolutions can be in two positions: either on the crankshaft or on the camshaft. If you need ... read all

Posted on 24-08-2021
Coolant warning light on Kia Rio, what does it mean?
Answer: If the coolant warning light comes on on your Kia Rio, it means that it has reached too high a temperature, so stop the vehicle as soon as possible an... read all

Posted on 2-02-2021
How to replace the headlight bulb on a Kia Rio?
Answer: Let's start by opening the hood of our Kia Rio. After that, we'll have to go and remove the rear light bulb cover. At this point, we will have to disc... read all

Posted on 20-01-2021
Every how many km it is necessary to replace the timing belt in the Kia Rio 1.1
Answer: In a Kia Rio 1.1, the timing belt must be replaced starting from the first 100,000 km traveled up to a maximum of 180,000 km traveled. The ideal would... read all

Posted on 25-09-2020
Where can I buy the use and maintenance manual of the Kia Rio?
Answer: If you are looking for the use and maintenance manual of the Kia Rio, the first advice is to subscribe to some forum where surely someone will be able... read all

Posted on 26-06-2020
How many km to replace the timing belt of the Kia Rio 2001 petrol?
Answer: The replacement of the timing belt must be carried out no later than 120,000 km or five years, even if the expected mileage has not yet been reached, ... read all

Posted on 10-11-2019

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