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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Description and Operation
Description Exhaust emissions (CO, HC, NOx) are controlled by a combination of engine modifications and the addition of special control components. Modifications to the combustion chamber, int ...

Good braking practices
Check to be sure the parking brake is not engaged and the parking brake indicator light is out before driving away. Driving through water may get the brakes wet. They can also get wet when ...