Kia Sportage: Maintenance / Washer fluid
Checking the washer fluid level
The reservoir is translucent so that you can check the level with a quick visual
inspection.
Check the fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir and add fluid if necessary.
Plain water may be used if washer fluid is not available. However, use washer solvent
with antifreeze characteristics in cold climates to prevent freezing.
WARNING - Flammable fluid
Do not allow the washer fluid to come in contact with open flames or sparks.The
windshield washer fluid reservoir is flammable under certain circumstances. This
can result in a fire.
WARNING - Coolant
- Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid reservoir.
- Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed on the
windshield and may cause loss of vehicle control.
WARNING - Windshield fluid
Do not drink the windshield washer fluid. The windshield washer fluid is poisonous
to humans and animals.
Check the fluid level in the reservoir periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX (Maximum) and MIN (Minimum) marks on the side of the reservoir.
Before removing the reservoir cap and ad ...
Checking the parking brake
Check whether the stroke is within specification when the parking brake pedal
is depressed with 44 lbs, 196 N (20 kg) of force. Also, the parking brake alone
should s ...
Other information:
The temperature setting of the seat changes according to the switch position.
If you want to ventilate your seat cushion, press the switch (blue color).
Each time you press the button, the airflow will change as follows:
The seat warmer (with air ventilation) defaults to the OFF posi ...
1.After driving approximately 4 ~ 6 miles (7 ~ 10 km or about 10 min), stop at
a safe location.
2.Screw the connection hose (10) of the compressor to the valve stem
3.Plug the compressor power cord into the vehicle power outlet.
4.Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the recomended tire infl ...