Kia Picanto: Power Train / Valve Clearance

[Kappa 1.0 MPI, 1.0 FFV, 1.0 T-GDI]

Check the valve clearance.

If necessary, adjust the valve clearance by replacing the tappets.

Spark Plug

Repair procedures Inspection [On vehicle inspection] 1. Accelerate the engine to about 3,000 rpm 3 times or more. 2. Remove the spark plug. 3. Check the spark plug visually. If the elect ...

Vapor Hose and Fuel Filler Cap

Repair procedures Inspection Vapor hose 1. Check all the clamps for tightness and the connections for leakage. 2. Visually check the vapor lines and hoses for cracks, leaks, loose connections ...

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Kia Picanto JA 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Air cleaner (Kappa 1.0L T-GDI)

Filter replacement It must be replaced when necessary, and should not be washed. You can clean the filter when inspecting the air cleaner element. Clean the filter by using compressed air. 1. Loosen the air cleaner cover attaching clips and open the cover. 2. Unlock by turning t ...

Kia Picanto JA 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Headlamp and front fog lamp aiming (for Europe)

Headlamp aiming 1. Inflate the tires to the specified pressure and remove any loads from the vehicle except the driver, spare tire, and tools. 2. The vehicle should be placed on a flat floor. 3. Draw vertical lines (Vertical lines passing through respective head lamp centers) and a ...