Kia Sportage: Changing the engine oil and filter
The lubrication, rust prevention, cooling, and cleaning effect of the engine oil will gradually degrade during its use. Have the engine oil and filter changed by an authorized Kia dealer according to the Engine Oil Life Management System instructions or the maintenance schedule.
- If the maintenance schedule to replace engine oil is exceeded, the engine oil performance may deteriorate, and the engine condition may be affected. Therefore, replace the engine oil according to the maintenance schedule.
- To keep the engine in optimal condition, use the recommended engine oil and filter. If the recommended engine oil and filter are not used replace it according to the maintenance schedule under severe usage conditions.
- The purpose of the maintenance schedule for engine oil replacement is to prevent oil deterioration and it is irrelevant to oil consumption. Check and refill engine oil regularly.
WARNING
Used engine oil
Used engine oil may cause irritation or cancer of the skin if left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods of time.
Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals.
Always protect your skin by washing your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water as soon as possible after handling used oil. Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
- When the oil pressure is low due to
insufficient engine oil, the Engine Oil
Pressure (
) warning light will
appear.In addition, the enhanced engine protection system, which limits the engine's power is activated and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (
)
will appear when the vehicle is driven
in this state continuously. - When oil pressure is restored, the Engine Oil Pressure warning light will turn off and the engine power will no longer be limited.
- When the engine oil pressure is restored, the warning light and the enhanced engine protection system will turn off after the engine is restarted.
CAUTION
The engine oil is very hot immediately after the vehicle has been driven and can cause burns during replacement.
Replace the engine oil after the engine oil has cooled down.
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coolant. The reservoir is filled at
the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant level at least on
Recommended engine coolant
When adding coolant, use only deionized
water or soft water for your vehicle
and never mix hard water in the
coolant filled at the factory. An
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Reassembly - Repair procedures
NOTE
Thoroughly clean all parts to assembled.
Before installing the parts, apply fresh engine oil to all sliding
and rotating surfaces.
Replace all gaskets, O-rings and oil seals with new parts.
1. Assemble the piston and connecting rod.
The piston front mark and the connecting rod
Tire sidewall labeling
This information identifies and
describes the fundamental characteristics
of the tire and also provides
the Tire Identification Number (TIN)
for safety standard certification.
The TIN can be used to identify the
tire in case of a recall.
Manufacturer or brand name
Manufacturer or Br
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