Engine Oil
0W-20
Full Synthetic
Capacity
4.2 qt
with filter
3.8 qt without filter
Oil Filter
26300-35505
Kia (OEM)
OEM spec: API SN Plus
The 2016 Kia Forte takes 0W-20 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 4.2 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 17mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 35 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Kia 26300-35505, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 1 active recall — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2016 KIA FORTE
Torque your drain plug to 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (Kia 26300-35505) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 0W-20 Full Synthetic as specified by Kia — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 0W-20
Oil type Full Synthetic
Capacity (with filter) 4.2 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 3.8 qt
OEM spec API SN Plus
Filter Options
Extended Performance filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 17 mm
Thread M14x1.5
Torque spec 35 Nm
Gasket Crush washer
2nd gen YD (2.0L Nu I4)
Type SP-IV
Capacity 3.5 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
DOT type DOT 3
Change interval 45,000 mi
Type Long Life
Color Green
Capacity 6.5 qt
Change interval 120,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.044
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Tires
Size 215/55R17
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Wiper Blades
Kia 00009ADU14K1A passenger
Buy Kia 98360B5200 passenger
Buy 5k mi 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 100k mi
≈ every 6 months
▸ Change Engine Oil & Filterspark plug
14mm thread, aluminum head
18 ft-lb · 24.4 Nm
21V622000
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forte 4-door, Forte Koup 2-door, and 2018-2019 Rio 4-door vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
All categories STRUCTURE:BODY EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM POWER TRAIN VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER SUSPENSION ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. VISIBILITY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL STEERING EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS EQUIPMENT POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE SERVICE BRAKES EXTERIOR LIGHTING STRUCTURE SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
CS2311_TSB_R4 STRUCTURE:BODY 2026-06-09
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION: CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to install a Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector on certain 2010-2022MY Kia vehicles outlined on page 20, which may not have been equipped with an immobilizer and whose Integrated Body Control Unit (IBU) / Body Control Module (BCM) are not able to receive the Anti-Theft Software Logic upgrade under CS2301/02/03/04/05/06/07/08/09 TSBs. In an effort to help prevent thefts of Kia vehicles that are not equipped with an immobilizer, a protective cover will be permanently affixed to the ignition cylinder. This Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector prevents the removal of the key lock cylinder thereby preventing access to the ignition tumbler.
CS2312_TSB_R2 STRUCTURE:BODY 2026-06-08
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR AND DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2312) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information to install a Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector on certain 2010-2022MY Kia vehicles outlined on page 20, which may not have been equipped with an immobilizer and whose Integrated Body Control Unit (IBU) / Body Control Module (BCM) did receive the Anti-Theft Software Logic upgrade under CS2301/02/03/04/05/06/07/08/09 TSBs. In an effort to help prevent thefts of Kia vehicles, a protective cover will be permanently affixed to the ignition cylinder. This Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector prevents the removal of the key lock cylinder thereby preventing access to the ignition tumbler.
TSB-ELE-100R2 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL 2016-04-21
COMBINATION TSB / SERVICE ACTION: UVO SYSTEM UPGRADE (SA222) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES THE PROCEDURE FOR UPGRADING THE UVO SYSTEM ON SOME 2014~2016MY SOUL (PS), SORENTO (XMA), OPTIMA (TF/QF), FORTE (YD) AND SPORTAGE (SL) VEHICLES TO ADDRESS INCOMING RING VOLUME TOO LOUD COMPLAINTS WHEN USING CERTAIN SMARTPHONES (NON-IPHONE). ADDITIONALLY, IN 2014MY VEHICLES THE UPGRADE WILL ALSO IMPROVE BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY AND VOICE RECOGNITION. FOR VEHICLES NOT ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES LIST, BUT WITH A CUSTOMER CONCERN AS DESCRIBED ABOVE, PERFORM THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS BULLETIN AND SUBMIT A WARRANTY CLAIM PER "CUSTOMER CONCERN" (STANDARD TSB) CLAIM INFORMATION ON PAGE 10.
Show all 120 TSBs(+117) Private Party
$5,937–$6,562
Dealer Retail
$6,875–$7,812
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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