Kia Sportage: Engine oil

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Maintenance / Engine oil

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 ...

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 minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil to r ...

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Rocking the vehicle
If it is necessary to rock the vehicle to free it from snow, sand, or mud, first turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around your front wheels. Then, shift back and forth betwe ...

ESC (Electronic Stability Control) indicator
The ESC indicator will illuminate when the ignition switch is turned ON, but should go off after approximately 3 seconds. When the ESC is on, it monitors the driving conditions and under normal ...