Dean McCrary Kia Service Center · Hattiesburg, MS · The Hub City
Kia Seltos Engine Service
Diagnostics · Tune-Ups · Genuine Kia Seltos Parts
Right where I-59, US-49, and US-11 converge, Dean McCrary Kia keeps Pine Belt drivers rolling — just around the corner from the old downtown Hub sign, the Saenger Theatre, and the historic train depot. Whether your Kia needs a full diagnostic scan or a complete tune-up with genuine spark plugs, filters, and belts, we've got the engine work covered. Our factory-trained team quotes a clear price once the job's diagnosed, and every visit gets logged automatically to your factory warranty record here at our Hattiesburg shop.
OEMgenuine Kia engine parts
Kiafactory-trained technicians
Freemulti-point inspection, every visit
Scanfirst — no repair without a diagnosis
Paylater — easy service financing
$0recall & software check, every visit
Kia Seltos Engine Service Price & Coupons
Pick your Kia model for today's engine service pricing and any active coupons — we always open with a diagnostic scan so you're only paying for work your car genuinely needs. Bring it by our Hattiesburg shop, and if the timing's tight, service financing spreads the cost out.
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Figures shown are for the Kia Seltos at Dean McCrary Kia Hattiesburg, 7124 US Hwy 98, not including tax and shop supplies. How long a job takes, and how much it costs in parts and labor, depends on the repair, and coupons can't be paired with other offers. Your service advisor can fill in the rest — glad to serve Hattiesburg and the whole Pine Belt.
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We appreciate the folks who keep our community running. Bring valid ID and bring it up when you book, and the discount layers on top of current pricing — and if funds are tight right now, service financing means the work happens today while you pay it off later.
Military Discount
Active duty, reservists, and veterans get a discount on Kia service work. Show military ID at check-in and it's applied to your engine service.
First Responder Discount
Officers, firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics also qualify for a discount on Kia service. Show valid ID when you check in — a small thank-you from one neighbor to another.
Service Now, Pay Later
Break any repair or service into easy monthly payments through our financing program — a quick application at check-in that won't touch your credit score, wherever in the Pine Belt you're driving in from. See how it works.
What’s Included in Kia Seltos Engine Service
We diagnose before we ever guess — genuine parts and a clear price come after that.
Full Computer Diagnostic Scan
Any engine light or symptom gets a factory-level scan first, never a guess.
Genuine Kia Seltos Tune-Up Parts
Spark plugs, filters, and belts built to your engine's precise spec.
Fluid & Component Check
We look at oil, coolant, belts, and hoses for wear before anything actually fails.
Post-Repair Verification
Every engine repair gets a road test and a recheck before it leaves our shop.
When Does a Kia Seltos Need Engine Service?
Kia Engine Service Intervals
Engine service isn't one job but many — oil changes, spark plugs, drive belts, air filters — and each item runs on its own factory-set timetable rather than a single mileage number. We calibrate every reminder to your particular Kia's Maintenance Reminder system.
Your model's complete plan lives on the Kia Seltos maintenance schedule, or if it's routine maintenance you need right now, start with a Kia oil change.
Signs You Need Engine Service
If you're seeing any of the following, don't put off bringing your Kia in for a scan:
A check engine or maintenance light lit up on the dash
A rough idle, hesitation, or occasional stall
A clear loss of power or acceleration
A knock, tick, or rattle you haven't heard before
Fuel economy running lower than it used to
Which Engine Service Does Your Kia Seltos Need?
Different engine issues call for different depths of service. Below is how the three options stack up — your advisor will steer you to the right one once a full diagnostic scan is done.
Diagnostic Inspection
When a light or symptom appears
Full computer scan & code read
Road test & visual inspection
Repair not included — diagnosis only
Most Common
Tune-Up Service
On your Kia’s factory schedule
Genuine Kia Seltos spark plugs
Engine & cabin air filters
Belt inspection & fluid top-off
Major repair not included
Major Repair
When diagnosis finds a bigger issue
Genuine Kia Seltos parts & factory procedures
Warranty-eligible repair work
Approved & quoted before we start
A diagnostic scan always comes first — you'll get a clear picture of what your Kia needs and sign off before any repair work starts.
Why Get Your Engine Serviced at Dean McCrary Kia?
Engine trouble isn't something you want to leave to chance. Here's what sets your Kia dealer apart — at rates that hold up against the shop down the road.
Factory-Trained Kia Seltos Technicians
Our team trains on Kia engines specifically — GDI, turbo, hybrid, and EV systems — not a broad sampling of every make on the road.
Genuine Kia Seltos Parts
Exact-spec spark plugs, filters, and belts. Aftermarket "universal fit" parts are a top cause of repeat visits and can affect your warranty.
Recall & Software Checks — Free
Only a Kia dealer can clear open recalls, campaigns, and engine-control software updates — we screen for all three at every visit. Check your recalls, on us, for any Kia owner in the Pine Belt.
Factory Warranty, Documented
Each visit gets logged automatically against your factory warranty terms — nothing to keep track of yourself, and Kia owners across the Pine Belt count on that.
Transparent, Upfront Pricing
We nail down the diagnosis before quoting anything, and you sign off before we touch the car. Checkout holds no surprises.
We Know What Kias Need
Seeing hundreds of Kias a month means we know the correct parts, torque values, and procedures your engine calls for — and we road-test every job before handing back the keys.
Kia Seltos Engine Service FAQs
How Much Does Kia Seltos Engine Service Cost?⌄
Cost hinges on what your engine actually needs — a diagnostic scan, a tune-up, or a specific repair. Choose your Kia above for current pricing and coupons. Every visit opens with a diagnostic scan, so you're only paying for work your car truly needs. Military and first-responder discounts apply on top with valid ID.
What’s Included in a Kia Seltos Tune-Up?⌄
A typical Kia tune-up covers genuine spark plugs, both air filters, a serpentine belt check, and a fluid top-off, all matched to your engine's factory schedule. Your advisor will confirm exactly what's due before any work starts.
What Are the Signs My Kia Seltos Needs Engine Service?⌄
Keep an eye out for a check engine or maintenance light, a rough idle or hesitation, noticeably less power, odd knocking or ticking sounds, or fuel economy that's dipped. Any one of these is reason enough for a diagnostic scan.
How Often Does a Kia Seltos Need a Tune-Up?⌄
Each tune-up item — spark plugs, filters, belts — runs on its own factory clock, and that clock shifts quite a bit by engine. Your model's precise schedule is on the Kia maintenance schedule, or ask your advisor to pull up your Maintenance Reminder.
What’s the Difference Between a Diagnostic and a Repair?⌄
A diagnostic is the scan and inspection that figures out what's wrong — it stops short of fixing anything. Once we've identified the cause, the repair gets quoted separately, and you sign off before we start. That way you're never paying to have someone guess.
Do Kia Seltos Hybrids and EVs Need Engine Service?⌄
Hybrids still run a gas engine, so they need the same diagnostic and tune-up work as any gas model. Fully electric Kias like the EV6, EV9, and Niro EV skip the engine entirely, so their service instead focuses on the battery, motor, and electrical systems.
Can I Finance My Kia Seltos Service?⌄
You can — look into our service financing program, which lets you get an oil change, an engine repair, or any other service done now and pay over time. The check-in application takes roughly a minute and won't affect your credit score.
Reviews & Testimonials from Hattiesburg
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★★★★★
“Over-pleased with the service and the friendly experience. Jeff Williams was the nicest man and helped in every way he could to get me into my truck, and his sales manager went above and beyond with all the paperwork. Nothing but awesome words for everyone — hope to see y’all again.”
Chuck B. · Sales Customer
★★★★★
“Friendly, accommodating staff — getting my car serviced was a very good feeling. Everyone had an awesome attitude and I was treated with respect and courtesy. They were a big help getting me into a car I thought I’d never be able to afford — thanks to them working with me, I’m a very satisfied customer. I’d recommend Kia to anyone looking for a vehicle.”
Elizabeth D. · Sales & Service Customer
★★★★★
“What a wonderful place. You pull into a lovely covered garage to reach the service desk, so you’re never out in the rain, and they bring your car back around for you when they’re done. Lovely people — I’m very happy I get to go there for my oil changes. Couldn’t recommend them more.”
Gabrielle · Service Customer
Keep Your Kia Seltos Running Right
Engine service is just one piece of the maintenance puzzle. See what else your Seltos might need, all handled in one place at Dean McCrary Kia, your Kia dealer here in Hattiesburg.
Visit the Service Center
We're located on US-98 in Hattiesburg, right at the I-59, US-49, and US-11 crossroads, keeping us within easy reach of Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, and the rest of the Pine Belt. It's a straightforward drive whether you're coming from Forrest County, Lamar County, Columbia, or Laurel.
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Engine Service for Your Kia Seltos, Right Here in Hattiesburg
Our factory-trained team handles engine work for every Kia model, serving drivers across Hattiesburg, Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, and the greater Pine Belt of south Mississippi. Every visit begins with a diagnostic scan and can run anywhere from a routine tune-up to a major repair. As Hattiesburg's Kia dealer, we're proud to serve this stretch of south Mississippi sitting right where I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11 converge.
What Seltos Engine Service Costs
Pricing tracks with what your Kia actually needs. Use the selector on this page for the current number and any coupons, and ask about the military or first-responder discount if it applies to you.
How Often Is Engine Service Needed?
Individual tune-up items like spark plugs, filters, and belts each run on their own factory clock. Your model's precise schedule is on the Kia maintenance schedule.
Reasons to Bring Your Seltos In
A check engine light, rough idle, lost power, strange noises, or lower fuel economy are all good reasons for a diagnostic scan.
Genuine Parts, Factory-Trained Hands
Genuine Kia Seltos parts are built for your engine, and our factory-trained technicians know the exact procedures and torque specs your Kia calls for — helping keep your factory warranty coverage intact.