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How to Replace the Engine Oil Filter on Kia Rio

Model: Kia Rio UB, MK 3 - Years 2011-2017
Part: Oil filter

How to replace the engine oil filter on a Kia Rio? Follow these steps for the replacement: lift the car on a jack or column lift, and using a socket wrench, unscrew the large securing bolt of the container where the oil filter is located (if necessary, remove the plastic protection panel). Remove the worn oil filter and position a new one, then unscrew the bolt of the oil sump; let the fluid drain into a container. Finally, open the car door and pull up the engine compartment release lever located at the bottom left of the dashboard, lift the bonnet and top up with the new fluid.

Updated on 5 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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