Kia Sportage: Maintenance / Engine oil
Checking the engine oil level
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■ THETA 2.4L - GDI
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■ THETA 2.0L T-GDI
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait for a few minutes (about 5 minutes) for the oil
to return to the oil pan.
4. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully.
WARNING - Radiator hose
Be very careful not to touch the radiator hose when checking or adding the
engine oil as it may be hot enough to burn you.
5. Pull the dipstick out again and check the level. The level should be between
F and L.
CAUTION - Replacing engine oil
Do not overfill the engine oil. It may damage the engine.
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■ THETA 2.4L - GDI
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■ THETA 2.0L T-GDI
If it is near or at L, add enough oil to bring the level to F. Do not overfill.
Use a funnel to help prevent oil from being spilled on engine components.
Use only the specified engine oil. (Refer to “Recommended lubricants and capacities”
in chapter 9.)
When checking engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid, always
be sure to clean the area around any filler plug, drain plug, or dipstick before
checking or draining any lubricant ...
Have engine oil and filter changed by an authorized Kia dealer according to the
Maintenance Schedule at the beginning of this chapter.
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Used engine oil may cause irritation or cancer of the ...
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