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Kia Forte 2011–2016technical service bulletin

Bulletin TSBGEN076 · NHTSA communication 10089051 · issued Sep 29, 2015

Technical service bulletin
communication type
Engine
component
2011–2016
model years
15
vehicle entries

Official summary

Tsb: proper oil grade / viscosity selection for turbo equipped vehicles - this bulletin provides information related to the proper engine oil grade / viscosity to be used when servicing vehicles equipped with a turbocharger. In addition to following the turbo-specific maintenance interval schedules, it is very important to follow the grade and the sae oil viscosity recommendations in the applicable service manual to ensure the proper lubrication is delivered to the turbocharger and to prevent engine damage.

What a TSB means. Technical service bulletins are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free (warranty extensions are an exception worth checking). The full document is available via NHTSA’s vehicle lookup.