Kia Sportage: Changing the coolant - Engine coolant - Maintenance - Kia Sportage SL Owners ManualKia Sportage: Changing the coolant

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Maintenance / Engine coolant / Changing the coolant

WARNING - Radiator cap

Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot coolant and steam may blow out under pressure causing serious injury.

Have the coolant changed by an authorized Kia dealer according to the Maintenance Schedule at the beginning of this section.

Put a thick cloth around the radiator cap before refilling the coolant in order to prevent the coolant from overflowing into engine parts such as the alternator.

Checking the coolant level
WARNING - Removing radiator cap Never attempt to remove the radiator cap while the engine is operating or hot. Doing so might lead to cooling system and engine damage. Also, hot coolant or s ...

Brake/clutch fluid
Checking the brake/clutch* fluid level Check the fluid level in the reservoir periodically. The fluid level should be between MAX and MIN marks on the side of the reservoir. Before removing the ...

Other Information:

Rear Washer Motor: Repair procedures
Inspection 1. With the washer motor connected to the reservoir tank, fill the reservoir tank with water.     Before filling the reservoir tank with water, check the fil ...

Special Service Tools
Special Service Tools Tool Name / NumberIllustrationDescriptionLower arm ball joint remover0K545-A9100Removal of front lower arm from front axle ...

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