Service and Parts FAQs

You can find answers to the most common questions we receive about car service and maintenance. If you don’t find the answer to your question below, give us a call and speak to one of our service technicians.

How often should I get an oil change?

Every 6 months or 5,000 miles, witch ever comes first.

How often should I change my air filter?

On average, every 15,000 miles depending on the type of roads you drive on. We also inspect both the engine air filter and in-cabin filter during every oil change when we conduct our MULTI point inspection on your car.

Why should I service my vehicle at a car dealership?

We use OEM parts and oil that is designed specifically for your vehicle. Also, we have factory trained technicians who specialize in working on your car.

When do I need to get a tire rotation?

We do a complimentary rotation with every oil change every 5,000 miles. This helps us to monitor and measure your brake system more accurately.

Do I have to schedule an appointment to get my vehicle serviced?

To serve you in a more timely manner, it is best to schedule an appointment prior to your visit.

What should I do if I get a recall notice?

Call us immediately to review the recall notice so we can assist you properly.

Why should I buy genuine Kia parts?

Kia parts are engineered specifically to fit your vehicle properly.

What type of training do your technicians have?

They are Kia factory trained and they also attend monthly online training to maintain the highest level of certification in all disciplines.

Why are vehicle inspections important?

In Colorado, inspections are required to renew you car's registration. It's also helps keep your vehicle running smoothly, protecting you, your passengers, and others on the road.

Where can I have my vehicle inspected?

If you need to renew your vehicle registration, you'll need to have your car inspected by a certified inspection station. Fort Collins Kia is certified to complete these inspections. A full list of certified stations is also available on the Colorado DMV website.

What is checked on a vehicle inspection?

Your inspection tech will check several core components of the car to make sure it is running as it should. This will include inspection of: brakes, filters, fluids, exhaust, tires, lights, suspension, steering, windshield wipers, and battery.

How do you pass your vehicle inspection?

A propertly maintained vehicle should pass with ease. This means keeping up with regular maintenance services, such as: tire rotations, oil changes, wheel alignment, brake services, engine & air filter changes, and battery checks. You can schedule service for all of these with Fort Collins Kia.

How do you check your inspection results?

Upon completion of the inspection, you'll be given a report from the technician. It's possible to fail the inspection if any part fails to perform the way it should or is missing from your vehicle. Sometimes service recommendations will be made even with a passing inspection. This happens when any of your parts are nearing their manufacturer-suggested replacement date or are functioning correctly at the time but are expected to need replacement soon.