Kia Sportage: Maintenance / Parking brake

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Owners Manual / Maintenance / Parking brake

Checking the parking brake

Check whether the stroke is within specification when the parking brake pedal is depressed with 44 lbs, 196 N (20 kg) of force. Also, the parking brake alone should securely hold the vehicle on a fairly steep grade. If the stroke is more or less than specified, have the parking brake adjusted by an authorized Kia dealer.

Stroke : 4~5 notch

Washer fluid

Checking the washer fluid level The reservoir is translucent so that you can check the level with a quick visual inspection. Check the fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir and add fluid if ...

Air cleaner

Filter replacement It must be replaced when necessary, and should not be washed. You can clean the filter when inspecting the air cleaner element. Clean the filter by using compressed air. 1. ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: Knock Sensor (KS) Description and operation

Description Knocking is a phenomenon characterized by undesirable vibration and noise and can cause engine damage. Knock Sensor (KS) is installed on the cylinder block and senses engine knocking. When knocking occurs, the vibration from the cylinder block is applied as pre ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: Rear Washer Motor Repair procedures

Inspection 1. With the washer motor connected to the reservoir tank, fill the reservoir tank with water. Before filling the reservoir tank with water, check ...