Kia Sportage: Maintenance / Checking fluid levels

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Owners Manual / Maintenance / Checking fluid levels

When checking engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid, always be sure to clean the area around any filler plug, drain plug, or dipstick before checking or draining any lubricant or fluid. This is especially important in dusty or sandy areas and when the vehicle is used on unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug and dipstick areas will prevent dirt and grit from entering the engine and other mechanisms that could be damaged.

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 vehicle is being driven in severe conditions, more frequent oil an ...

Engine oil

Checking the engine oil level ■ THETA 2.4L - GDI ■ THETA 2.0L T-GDI 1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. 3. T ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: Delivery Pipe Repair procedures

Removal In case of removing the high pressure fuel pump, high pressure fuel pipe, delivery pipe, and injector, there may be injury caused by leakage of the high pressure fuel. So don’t do any repair w ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Owners Manual: Two types of luggage board use

■ Type A ■ Type B If the vehicle is equipped with a TMK (Tire Mobility Kit) or a temporary tire, you can make the luggage board to flat (Type A) or lower (Type B) for more luggage storage. When you use the luggage board (Type B), you should put it between guides (1). However, if the ...