Kia Sportage: Engine compartment - Maintenance - Kia Sportage Owner's ManualKia Sportage: Engine compartment

Engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid 2.0L Gasoline Engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Air cleaner 5. Fuse box 6. Negative battery terminal 7. Radiator cap 8. Positive battery terminal 9. Auto transaxle oil dipstick (if equipped) 10. Engine oil dipstick 11. Engine coolant reservoir 12. Windshield washer fluid reservoir The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

Engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid 2.7L Gasoline Engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Air cleaner 5. Fuse box 6. Negative battery terminal 7. Radiator cap 8. Positive battery terminal 9. Auto transaxle oil dipstick (if equipped) 10. Engine coolant reservoir 11. Engine oil dipstick 12. Windshield washer fluid reservoir The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

    Owner maintenance
    Owner maintenance schedule The following lists are vehicle checks and inspections that should be performed by the owner or an Authorized Kia Dealer at the frequencies indicated to help ensure safe ...

    Engine oil and oil filter
    Checking the engine oil level 1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. 3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few minut ...

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    Important safety notes
    WARNING To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle. Put luggage or cargo in the cargo compartment if possible. Do not p ...

    Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded
    To improve acceleration and gas mileage, the air conditioner compressor is designed to temporarily shut off during air conditioner operation whenever the accelerator is fully depressed such as ...

    Topping up the coolant
    Never remove the filler cap when the engine is hot - escaping steam or scalding water could cause serious personal injury. Antifreeze is highly inflammable. Do not allow antifreeze to come int ...