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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Side Airbag (SAB) Module: Repair procedures
Removal     The side airbag cannot be disassembled from the seat back assembly, so replace assembly when replacing the side airbag. 1. Disconnect the battery negative ...

Locking the Doors from the Luggage Compartment
Press the lock switch on the liftgate on the left-hand side. The doors can no longer be released using the exterior door handle switches and the luggage compartment locks. ...