Consumer Review Video - 2013 Kia Rio LX 1.6L 4 Cyl. Sedan

Common problems and easy repairs on a 2013 Rio

The 2013 Kia Rio LX is a very easy car to maintain. Accessing the headlights is easy, as you only need to reach behind the housing for access. On other models, you will have to remove other components in order to access. There is a designated panel in the back of the glove box for accessing the cabin air filter, making this repair much easier. To access one of the tail lights, you only need to peel back a designated panel in the trunk.

Some things are more difficult on the 2013 Kia Rio LX. In order to access the reverse light, you will have to peel back a fastener and a lining. This can be tough as it requires some tools that you may not have readily available for use. Checking the engine coolant fluid level is tough, as the coolant reservoir is not easily visible in the engine bay. The engine air filter can be tough to remove, as the filter housing is located in a tight location in the engine bay.

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Hans Angermeier has produced over 100,000 videos showing drivers how to fix things on their cars. He has broad expertise on basic repair procedures covering the majority of cars on the road.

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