Kia Sportage: Exterior general caution

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Maintenance / Appearance care / Exterior care / Exterior general caution

Exterior care

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Finish maintenance

Washing To help protect your vehicle’s finish from rust and deterioration, wash it thoroughly and frequently at least once a month with lukewarm or cold water. If you use your vehicle for off-ro ...

Other Information:

If the engine will not start
If engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly 1.If your car has an automatic transaxle, be sure the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and the emergency brake is set. 2.Check the bat ...

Repair procedures
Inspection 1. After disconnecting the vapor hose from the PCV valve, remove the PCV valve. 2. Reconnect the PCV valve to the vapor hose. 3. Run the engine at idle, then put a finger ove ...