Kia Sportage: Maintenance schedule
Chart symbols: I- Inspect these items and their related parts. If necessary, correct, clean, refill, adjust of replace. R- Replace or change L- Lubricate. (1) Refer to the lubricant and coolant specifications in the Owner’s Manual. (2) More frequent maintenance is required if driving under dusty conditions. (3) More frequent maintenance is required if the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions: a. Short-distance driving. b. Driving on dusty roads. c. Extensive idling or slow-speed driving in stop-and-go traffic. (4) If necessary, rotate and balance the wheels. * Note: Check the engine oil and coolant levels every week.
Maintenance services
You should exercise the utmost care to prevent damage to your vehicle and injury
to yourself whenever performing any maintenance or inspection procedures. Should
you have any doubts concerning the ...
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
Engine oil and filter The engine oil and filter should be changed at the intervals
specified in the maintenance schedule. If the car is being driven in severe conditions,
more frequent oil and fil ...
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How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works
This indicator alerts you that the
passenger’s front airbag has been
shut off because weight sensors
detect about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less
(the weight of an infant or small
child) on the ...
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
The turn signal indicators on the instrument panel flash whenever signaling a
turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps also flash, telling other
drivers the vehicle is turning, c ...
Windshield Wiper Operation
Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent
past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation.
Rotate the end of the lever upward to the third detent
past the intermittent ...