2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB)

UB / Subcompact hatchback / sedan / Global (varied engines and transmissions by region)

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Engine identity

Engine code

G4FC, G4FA, D4FA

Engine summary

2012 Kia Rio UB offered with 1.4L and 1.6L DOHC MPI petrol engines and a 1.4L CRDi diesel in select markets.

Displacement

1396cc (G4FA), 1591cc (G4FC), 1396cc diesel (D4FA)

Power

Approx. 108 hp (1.6L), 107 hp (1.4L petrol), 89 hp (1.4L diesel) depending on market

Torque

132 Nm (1.6L petrol), 134 Nm (1.4L petrol), 240 Nm (1.4L diesel)

Fuel system

MPI (Multi Point Injection) for petrol, common rail direct injection for diesel

Timing drive

Chain-driven DOHC

Puerto OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Tipo de aceite

SAE 5W-30 fully synthetic or as per owner's manual

Capacidad de aceite

Approx. 3.7 L service-fill including filter for 1.6L petrol; varies slightly by engine; oil filter location differs by engine

Refrigerante

Approx. 6.5 L

Fluido

Dexron III/MV or approved equivalent (automatic)

Differential fluid

Not separately serviceable on front-wheel drive versions

Líquido de frenos

DOT 3 or DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed manual available in most markets

Automatic transmission

4-speed or 6-speed automatic depending on market

Spark plugs

Iridium or conventional depending on engine, gap approx. 0.9 mm

Service interval

Typically 10,000 - 15,000 km / 12 months, varies by market

Medidas de neumáticos

185/65R15, 195/55R16

Torque de rueda

Verify by VIN and market

Common and chronic problems

Clutch wear on manual versions
Diesel particulate filter clogging in diesel markets

First checks

Inspect timing chain tension and guides
Check condition of engine mounts
Inspect turbo on diesel version if applicable

Antes de cambiar piezas

Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

Engine availability and specs vary between regions (Europe, Asia, Americas).
Oil capacity and filter changes depend on petrol vs diesel and regional configurations.

Códigos comunes

Source and verification notes

Kia Motors global technical specifications brochures 2012
Multiple automotive repair manuals and global market reviews from 2012

Herramientas compatibles

Verify by VIN and market

Preguntas frecuentes

What engine code does the 2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB) use? 2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB) is listed here with engine code G4FC, G4FA, D4FA; engine summary: 2012 Kia Rio UB offered with 1.4L and 1.6L DOHC MPI petrol engines and a 1.4L CRDi diesel in select markets..
What oil and capacity does the 2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB) use? 2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB) is listed with SAE 5W-30 fully synthetic or as per owner's manual and oil capacity Approx. 3.7 L service-fill including filter for 1.6L petrol; varies slightly by engine; oil filter location differs by engine. Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB) problems? Highlighted checks for 2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB): Clutch wear on manual versions, Diesel particulate filter clogging in diesel markets.

Engine identity

Engine code

G4FC, G4FA, D4FA

Engine summary

2012 Kia Rio UB offered with 1.4L and 1.6L DOHC MPI petrol engines and a 1.4L CRDi diesel in select markets.

Displacement

1396cc (G4FA), 1591cc (G4FC), 1396cc diesel (D4FA)

Power

Approx. 108 hp (1.6L), 107 hp (1.4L petrol), 89 hp (1.4L diesel) depending on market

Torque

132 Nm (1.6L petrol), 134 Nm (1.4L petrol), 240 Nm (1.4L diesel)

Fuel system

MPI (Multi Point Injection) for petrol, common rail direct injection for diesel

Timing drive

Chain-driven DOHC

Puerto OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Tipo de aceite

SAE 5W-30 fully synthetic or as per owner's manual

Capacidad de aceite

Approx. 3.7 L service-fill including filter for 1.6L petrol; varies slightly by engine; oil filter location differs by engine

Refrigerante

Approx. 6.5 L

Fluido

Dexron III/MV or approved equivalent (automatic)

Differential fluid

Not separately serviceable on front-wheel drive versions

Líquido de frenos

DOT 3 or DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed manual available in most markets

Automatic transmission

4-speed or 6-speed automatic depending on market

Spark plugs

Iridium or conventional depending on engine, gap approx. 0.9 mm

Service interval

Typically 10,000 - 15,000 km / 12 months, varies by market

Medidas de neumáticos

185/65R15, 195/55R16

Torque de rueda

Verify by VIN and market

Preguntas frecuentes

What engine code does the 2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB) use? 2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB) is listed here with engine code G4FC, G4FA, D4FA; engine summary: 2012 Kia Rio UB offered with 1.4L and 1.6L DOHC MPI petrol engines and a 1.4L CRDi diesel in select markets..

What oil and capacity does the 2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB) use? 2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB) is listed with SAE 5W-30 fully synthetic or as per owner's manual and oil capacity Approx. 3.7 L service-fill including filter for 1.6L petrol; varies slightly by engine; oil filter location differs by engine. Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB) problems? Highlighted checks for 2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB): Clutch wear on manual versions, Diesel particulate filter clogging in diesel markets.

2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Antes de cambiar piezas

Important notes

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2012 KIA Rio G4FC/G4FA (UB)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Antes de cambiar piezas

Important notes