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2018 KIA FORTE
2.0L I4•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
3 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Fluid · Engine Oil

Engine Oil

for 2018 Kia Forte 2.0L I4 · FWD
Fluid Type
5W-20 full synthetic
Spec: API SN or higher / ILSAC GF-5
Capacity
4.86qt
4.6 L
Drain & Refill
4.23 qt
4 L
Change Interval
5,000 mi
8,045 km

Notes

With oil filter replacement. 2.0L Nu engine. Severe service: 3,750 miles or 6 months.

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