"Anyone who claims differently is not telling the truth": Specialist reveals the condition of a 2017 Kia Sorento's engine following 10,000-mile oil changes.
"This prompted me to schedule an oil change for tomorrow."
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A mechanic recently demonstrated why Kia owners should get more frequent oil changes after showing viewers the engine of a 2017 Kia Sorrento.
In a previous video, @kndautomotive247 explains why Kia and Hyundai owners should ignore the 7,500-mile rule when it comes to oil changes.
In this video, which has garnered over 373,000 views at the time of release, he demonstrates the importance of regular oil changes for keeping a vehicle in optimal condition.
What issues were present with the Kia?
@kndautomotive247 kicks off his video with a close-up shot of a 2017 Kia Sorento's engine. After clocking 92,000 miles, the engine was heavily coated in "extremely overheated dry oil," so much so that he was able to remove sizable clumps from its surface.
“You can’t even spot the bolts or the propeller mount,” he remarked. “I’m astonished that it’s just making noise instead of being entirely seized up.”
Furthermore, the mechanic noted that the timing chain guide, which is essential for maintaining the timing chain's alignment, tension, and reducing excessive vibration, was absent, and the bolts surrounding it had been "worn down."
When is the right time to change your oil?
According to Consumer Reports, the specific time between oil changes can be found in the owner’s manual. Additionally, modern vehicles come equipped with a built-in service reminder, which monitors the number of miles a vehicle has traveled as well as “how hard the car is being driven.”
Consumer Reports also advises owners to check their oil levels once a month or “every other gas fill-up.” This is because “Consumer Reports reliability survey results have shown that even newer cars can need the oil to be topped off between changes.”
However, Consumer Reports also states that the “old 3,000 miles or every three months rule is outdated because of advances in both engines and oil.” Instead, Consumer Reports advises oil changes at “7,500 or even 10,000 miles and s
