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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Rear Glass Defogger Switch: Repair procedures
Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the center fascia panel. (Refer to BE - "Audio") 3. Remove the heater and A/C controller (A) after disconnecting the con ...

Front Fog Lamps: Repair procedures
Inspection Front Fog Lamp Switch 1. With the fog lamp switch in each position, make sure that continuity exists between the terminals below. If continuity is not as specified, replace the mul ...