What is the Kia Sorento Maintenance Schedule?

Properly taking care of your vehicle in Bethel Park is important in order to keep your Kia running smoothly. Learn more about the recommended Kia Sorento maintenance schedule to ensure you’re taking care of each part at the proper intervals.

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Kia Sorento Maintenance Schedule

Between technological advances and different driving styles and climates, some maintenance needs may vary. Check your owner’s manual to see what is recommended for your specific vehicle year. In general, though, you will want to keep up with these Kia maintenance schedule services on a regular basis: 

12 Months / 7,500 Miles 

• Inspect climate control filter 
• Inspect air cleaner filter 
• Inspect brake fluid 
• Inspect vacuum hose 
• Inspect air conditioner refrigerant 
• Inspect exhaust system 
• Inspect brake line, hoses, and connections 
• Inspect parking brake 
• Inspect brake discs and pads
• Inspect suspension ball joints and mounting bolts 
• Inspect steering gear rack, linkages, and boots 
• Inspect air conditioner compressor 
• Inspect drive shaft and boots
• Rotate tires 
• Replace engine oil and oil filter 

24 Months / 15,000 Miles 

• Inspect air cleaner filter 
• Inspect brake fluid 
• Inspect vacuum hose 
• Inspect air conditioner refrigerant 
• Inspect exhaust system 
• Inspect brake line, hoses, and connections 
• Inspect parking brake 
• Inspect brake discs and pads
• Inspect suspension ball joints and mounting bolts 
• Inspect steering gear rack, linkages, and boots 
• Inspect air conditioner compressor 
• Inspect drive shaft and boots
• Inspect fuel tank and fuel cap 
• Inspect fuel lines hoses and connections 
• Inspect fuel tank air filter 
• Rotate tires 
• Replace engine oil and oil filter 
• Replace climate control filter 

36 Months / 22,500 Miles 

• Inspect climate control filter 
• Inspect brake fluid 
• Inspect vacuum hose 
• Inspect air conditioner refrigerant 
• Inspect exhaust system 
• Inspect brake line, hoses, and connections 
• Inspect parking brake 
• Inspect brake discs and pads
• Inspect suspension ball joints and mounting bolts 
• Inspect steering gear rack, linkages, and boots 
• Inspect air conditioner compressor 
• Inspect drive shaft and boots
• Rotate tires 
• Replace engine oil and oil filter 
• Replace air cleaner filter 

At 48 Months / 30,000 Miles 

• Inspect air cleaner filter 
• Inspect vacuum hose 
• Inspect air conditioner refrigerant 
• Inspect exhaust system 
• Inspect brake line, hoses, and connections 
• Inspect parking brake 
• Inspect brake discs and pads
• Inspect suspension ball joints and mounting bolts 
• Inspect steering gear rack, linkages, and boots 
• Inspect air conditioner compressor 
• Inspect drive shaft and boots
• Inspect fuel tank and fuel cap 
• Inspect fuel lines hoses and connections 
• Inspect fuel tank air filter 
• Inspect cooling system 
• Inspect transfer case oil (4WD) 
• Inspect rear differential oil (4WD) 
• Rotate tires 
• Replace engine oil and oil filter 
• Replace climate control filter 
• Replace brake fluid

60 Months / 37,500 Miles 

• Inspect climate control filter 
• Inspect air cleaner filter 
• Inspect brake fluid 
• Inspect vacuum hose 
• Inspect air conditioner refrigerant 
• Inspect exhaust system 
• Inspect brake line, hoses, and connections 
• Inspect parking brake 
• Inspect brake discs and pads
• Inspect suspension ball joints and mounting bolts 
• Inspect steering gear rack, linkages, and boots 
• Inspect air conditioner compressor 
• Inspect drive shaft and boots
• Rotate tires 
• Replace engine oil and oil filter 

72 Months / 45,000 Miles 

• Inspect vacuum hose 
• Inspect air conditioner refrigerant 
• Inspect exhaust system 
• Inspect brake line, hoses, and connections 
• Inspect parking brake 
• Inspect brake discs and pads
• Inspect suspension ball joints and mounting bolts 
• Inspect steering gear rack, linkages, and boots 
• Inspect air conditioner compressor 
• Inspect drive shaft and boots
• Inspect fuel tank and fuel cap 
• Inspect fuel lines hoses and connections 
• Inspect fuel tank air filter 
• Inspect cooling system 
• Inspect drive belts 
• Rotate tires 
• Replace engine oil and oil filter 
• Replace climate control filter 
• Replace air cleaner filter 
• Replace brake fluid 

Miscellaneous 

• Replace spark plugs every 96,000 miles
• Replace engine coolant every 120,000 miles

Keep in mind that these recommendations may become outdated over time or differ from recommendations for older vehicles. To ensure accuracy, always consult your owner’s manual or a certified OEM mechanic.

Kia Sorento Maintenance at Home

Beyond visiting a service center for the Kia maintenance schedule staples, there are some quick checks you can do at home to make sure your Sorento is running smoothly for your Upper St. Clair commute:

• Check to see if the engine light is on
• Clean the interior and exterior
• Make sure all the interior and exterior lights work
• Check tire pressure and tread
• Make sure windshield wiper fluid is filled

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