Kia Sportage: Manual climate control system / Checking the amount of air conditioner refrigerant and compressor lubricant
When the amount of refrigerant is low, the performance of the air conditioning
is reduced. Overfilling also has a negative influence on the air conditioning system.
Therefore, if abnormal operation is found, have the system inspected by an authorized
Kia dealer.
WARNING
The oil and refrigerant in your vehicle's air conditioning system is under
very high pressure. If proper service procedures are not followed an explosion may
result. To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, the air conditioning system
in your vehicle should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians.
CAUTION - AC Repair
It is important that the correct type and amount of oil and refrigerant is
used, otherwise damage to the vehicle may occur. To prevent damage, the air conditioning
system in your vehicle should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians.
■ Example
WARNING - Vehicles equipped with R-1234yf
Because the refrigerant is mildly inflammable and at very high pressure, the
air conditioning system should only be serviced by trained an ...
■ Type A
■ Type B
1. Driver’s temperature control knob
2. AUTO (automatic control) button
3. Front windshield defroster button
4. Rear window defroster button
5. Air conditioning butto ...
Other information:
Tires
Adjust the tire inflation pressures to specification. Low tire inflation pressures
will result in overheating and possible failure of the tires.
Avoid using worn or damaged tires which may result in reduced traction or tire
failure.
Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure shown ...
When inflated, the air bags make a loud noise and leave smoke and powder in the
air inside the vehicle. This is normal and is a result of the ignition of the air
bag inflator. After the air bag inflates, you may feel substantial discomfort in
breathing due to the contact of your chest with bot ...