Kia Sportage: Check spark plugs and ignition system

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Winter driving / Check spark plugs and ignition system

Change to "winter weight" oil if necessary

In some climates it is recommended that a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be used during cold weather. See section 8 for recommendations. If you aren't sure what weight oil you s ...

To keep locks from freezing

To keep the locks from freezing, squirt an approved de-icer fluid or glycerine into the key opening. If a lock is covered with ice, squirt it with an approved de-icing fluid to remove the ice. If ...

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Components and Components Location
Components Location 1. Engine Control Module (ECM)2. Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS) #13. Intake Air Temperature Sensor (IATS)4. Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS) #25. Engine Coo ...

Water pump: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Water Pump SymptomsPossible CausesRemedyCoolant leakage • From the bleed hole of the water pump Visually check • Check leaks after about ten-minute warming u ...