Kia Sportage: Maintenance / Engine coolant

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2021) Owners Manual / Maintenance / Engine coolant

The high-pressure cooling system has a reservoir filled with year round antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is filled at the factory.

Check the antifreeze protection and coolant level at least once a year: at the beginning of the winter season, and before traveling to a colder climate.

CAUTION - Radiator cap

Never attempt to remove the radiator cap while the engine is operating or hot. Doing so might lead to cooling system and engine damage.

Changing the engine oil and filter

Have engine oil and filter changed by an authorized Kia dealer according to the Maintenance Schedule at the beginning of this chapter. WARNING Used engine oil may cause irritation or cancer of the ...

Checking the coolant level

WARNING Removing radiator cap Never attempt to remove the radiator cap while the engine is operating or hot. Doing so might lead to cooling system and engine damage and could result in serious ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2021) Service Manual: Fluid Repair procedures

Inspection Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Level Check The regular maintenance (level check) of 6-speed automatic transaxle fluid is not normally needed, but if a leak is detected, leak repair and ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2021) Service Manual: Front Seat Frame Assembly Repair procedures

Replacement • Put on gloves to protect your hands. • Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag module (squi ...