Kia Sportage: Change to "winter weight" oil if necessary

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Winter driving / Change to "winter weight" oil if necessary

Check battery and cables

Winter puts additional burdens on the battery system. Visually inspect the battery and cables as described in section 7. The level of charge in your battery can be checked by an authorized Kia dea ...

Check spark plugs and ignition system

Inspect your spark plugs as described in section 7 and replace them if necessary. Also check all ignition wiring and components to be sure they are not cracked, worn or damaged in any way. ...

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Specifications
Specifications Tightening Torques ItemsN.mKgf.mlb-ftTransfer assembly mounting bolt60.8 ~ 65.76.2 ~ 6.744.8 ~ 48.54WD ECM mounting nut9.8 ~ 11.81.0 ~ 1.27.2 ~ 8.7Coupling assembly mounting bol ...

Cowl Top Cover: Repair procedures
Replacement 1. Remove the wiper arm cover (B). 2. After loosening the mounting nuts, then remove the wiper arm (A). Tightening torque : 22.6 ~ 26.5 N.m (2.3 ~ 2.7 kgf.m, 16.6 ~ 19.5 lb-ft ...