Kia Cee'd: Winter driving / Change to "winter weight" oil if necessary
In some climates it is recommended that a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be used during cold weather. See chapter 8 for recommendations. If you aren't sure what weight oil you should use, we recommend that you consult an authorized Kia dealer.
Check battery and cables
Winter puts additional burdens on the
battery system. Visually inspect the battery
and cables as described in chapter
7. We recommend that the system be
checked by an authorized Kia dealer. ...
Check spark plugs and ignition
system
Inspect your spark plugs as described in
chapter 7 and replace them if necessary.
Also check all ignition wiring and components
to be sure they are not cracked,
worn or damaged in any way. ...
Other information:
Kia Cee'd JD Service Manual: Spark Plug Description and operation
Description
A spark plug is a device for delivering electric current from an ignition system
to the combustion chamber of a spark-ignition engine to ignite the compressed
fuel/air mixture therein by means of an electric spark, while containing combustion
pressure within the ...
Kia Cee'd JD Service Manual: Injector Description and operation
Description
The GDI injector is similar to a standard injector, but sprays fuel at a much
higher pressure directly into the combustion chamber and has a swirl disc to
get the fuel swirling as it exits the nozzle. This aids in atomization of the
fuel.The ECM controls both the ...
