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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Engine Control Module (ECM): Repair procedures
Removal 1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. 2. Disconnect the ECM Connector (A). 3. Remove the battery (Refer to "Intake And Exhaust System" in EM gr ...

Starter: Repair procedures
Removal and Installation 1. Remove the engine cover. 2. Disconnect the battery negative terminal (A). Tightening torque : 4.0 ~ 6.0N.m (0.4 ~ 0.6kgf.m, 3.0 ~ 4.4lb-ft) 3. Remove the ...