Kia Sportage: Scheduled maintenance service / Severe driving conditions

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual / Maintenance / Scheduled maintenance service / Severe driving conditions

A- Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km) in freezing temperature

B- Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances

C-Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or saltspread roads

D-Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather

E-Driving in heavy dust conditions

F - Driving in heavy traffic areas

G- Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly

H-Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack

I -Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle towing

J - Driving over 106 mph (170 km/h)

K-Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions

Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions - Turbo Models
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals. R : Replace I : In ...

Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models
The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission control and performance. Keep receipts for all vehicle emission services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage a ...

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