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Kia Telluride: Scheduled maintenance service / Maintenance under severe usage conditions

I: Inspect thoroughly and perform any necessary adjustment, restoration, cleaning, or replacement.

R: Replace or change completely with recommended factory parts.

Maintenance item

Maintenance operation

Maintenance intervals

Driving condition

Engine oil and filter

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

R

Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months

D, H, I

Spark plugs

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

R

More frequently

A, B, F, G, H, I, K

Air cleaner filter

R

More frequently

C, E

Climate control air filter

R

More frequently

C, E, G

Automatic transmission (AT) fluid

Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi

R

Every 56,000 miles

(91,000 km)

A, C, F, G, H, I, J, K

Differential oil (rear) (AWD)

R

Every 72,000 miles (117,000 km)

C, E, G, H, I, J

Transfer case oil (AWD)

R

Every 72,000 miles (117,000 km)

C, E, G, H, I, J

Steering gear rack, linkage, and boots

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I

Suspension ball joints

I

More frequently

C, D, E, G, H, I

Brake discs, pads and calipers

I

More frequently

C, D, E, G, H, I, J, K

Drive shaft and boots

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

Propeller shaft (AWD)

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

Severe driving conditions for your Kia Telluride

A: You repeatedly drive short distances of less than 5 miles (8 km) under normal ambient temperatures, or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freezing weather conditions.

B: You subject the engine to extensive idling routines or navigate at low speeds over long, continuous distances.

C: You frequently operate your vehicle on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled, or salt-treated road surfaces.

D: You drive in geographical areas that regularly apply road salt or other corrosive de-icing materials, or in sub-zero weather environments.

E: You regularly drive through extremely dusty or airborne particulate-heavy environments.

F: You consistently operate your Kia Telluride in heavily congested urban traffic conditions.

G: You frequently navigate steep inclines, continuous downhill routes, or rugged mountain pass roads.

H: You regularly utilize your Kia Telluride for heavy towing, camping trips, or driving with substantial cargo loaded on the roof rack.

I: You operate the vehicle as a law enforcement patrol car, commercial taxi, ride-share, or for demanding daily delivery purposes.

J: You frequently travel at high highway speeds or engage in aggressive, rapid acceleration and sudden deceleration patterns.

K: You continuously operate in dense stop-and-go commuter traffic flows.

Normal maintenance schedule

You must perform the following maintenance services to ensure good emission control and performance. Keep receipts for all vehicle services to protect your warranty...

Explanation of scheduled maintenance items

Engine oil and filter Consistently changing the engine oil and oil filter at the factory-specified intervals is essential for preserving peak performance and extending engine longevity in your Kia Telluride...

Other information:

Kia Telluride (LQ2, 2027-2026) Owner's Manual: Drive mode integrated control system. DRIVE MODE

The drive mode integrated control system in the Kia Telluride allows the driver to choose a driving mode that best matches current road conditions, the surrounding environment, or personal driving preference. DRIVE MODE You can select a suitable drive mode based on your preferred driving feel or the condition of the road ahead.

Kia Telluride (LQ2, 2027-2026) Owner's Manual: Forward Attention Warning settings: (if equipped). Forward attention warning

Forward attention warning Driver assistance DAW (Driver attention warning) Forward attention warning With the vehicle on, select Setup > Vehicle > Driver assistance > DAW (Driver Attention Warning) > Forward attention warning in the infotainment system to choose whether to use this function.