The diagnostic socket is located on the driver’s side, to the right of the steering column.
Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
Yes
expand_moreMinimum engine oil temperature at VET
1.5 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.5 L 97 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)
176°F176°F80°C
expand_morePetrol exhaust gas values
expand_moreCO content at idling speed
1.5 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.5 L 97 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)
0.5 %0.5 %0.5 %
expand_moreCO content at increased idling speed
1.5 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.5 L 97 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)
0.3 %0.3 %0.3 %
expand_moreIgnition time
1.5 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.5 L 97 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)
-8°00'±5°00' - before TDC + after TDC
expand_moreIncreased idling speed
1.5 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.5 L 97 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)
2500–3000 rpm2500–3000 rpm2500–3000 rpm
expand_moreLambda value
1.5 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.5 L 97 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)
0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ
expand_moreMaximum HC content at idling
1.5 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.5 L 97 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)
100 ppm100 ppm100 ppm
To reduce environment impact and pass government inspections keep emission parameters at the level prescribed by Kia.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2001 Kia Rio Sedan user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Kia warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Kia Rio Sedan service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2001 Kia Rio Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.