Kia Sportage: Chassis / Parking Brake Repair procedures

Check whether the stroke is within specification when the parking brake pedal is depressed with 66 lb, 294 N(30 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.

Drive Shafts and Boots Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Check the drive shaft boots for loose clamps, cracks, grease leaks, kinks or damage. ...

Steering Gear Rack, Linkage and Boots Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Check the steering wheel free road. (1) Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels can face straight ahead ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Owners Manual: Owner maintenance schedule

When you stop for fuel: Check the engine oil level. Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir. Check the windshield washer fluid level. Look for low or under-inflated tires. WARNING - Hot coolant Be careful when checking your engine coolant level when the engine is hot. Scaldi ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: Oil Pressure Switch Repair procedures

Removal 1. Disconnect the battery negative terminal. 2. Remove the intake manifold stay(A). Tightening torque : 18.6 - 23.5 N·m (1.9 - 2.4 kgf·m, 13.7 - 17.4lb·ft) ...