2008 KIA Sportage wiper fluid

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A : Wiper speed control
· MIST/ – Single wipe
· OFF – Off
· INT – Intermittent wipe
(if equipped)
· LO – Low wiper speed
· HI – High wiper speed
B : Intermittent wipe time adjust-
ment (if equipped)
C : Wash with brief wipes
D : Rear wiper/washer control
· – Spraying washer fluid
· ON – Continuous wipe
· INT – Intermittent wipe
(if equipped)
· OFF – Off
· – Wash with
brief wipes
WIPERS AND WASHERS
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Type BType B
Type A
OKM048117N/OBL048440N/OKM048120N/OBL048441N
Windshield wiper/washer Rear window wiper/washer
(if equipped)

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Windshield wipers
Operates as follows when the igni-
tion switch is turned ON.: For a single wiping cycle,
push the lever forward and
release it with the lever in
the OFF position. The wipers
will operate continuously if
the lever is pushed upward
and held.
OFF : Wiper is not in operation
INT : Wiper operates intermittently
at the same wiping intervals.
Use this mode in a light rain or
mist. To vary the speed set-
ting, turn the speed control
knob (
➀). (if equipped)
LO : Normal wiper speed
HI : Fast wiper speed
✽
NOTICE
Before using the windshield wipers
when there is a heavy accumulation
of snow or ice on the windshield,
defrost the windshield for about 10
minutes, or until the snow or ice is
removed. This will help ensure prop-
er windshield wiper operation.
Windshield washers
In the OFF position, pull the lever
gently toward you to spray washer
fluid on the windshield and to run the
wipers 2-3 cycles.
Use this function when the wind-
shield is dirty.
7KMN2117
OBL048442N
Type A
Type B
/ MIST
7KMN2119
OBL048447N
Type A
Type B
➀

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The spray and wiper operation will
continue until you release the lever.
If the washer does not work, check
the washer fluid level. If the fluid level
is not sufficient, you will need to add
appropriate non-abrasive windshield
washer fluid to the washer reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in
the front of the engine compartment
on the passenger side.
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NOTICE
To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir is
empty.
Rear window wiper and wash-
er switch (if equipped)
The rear window wiper and washer
switch is located at the end of the
wiper and washer switch lever. Turn
the switch to desired position to
operate the rear wiper and washer.
CAUTION
• To prevent possible damage
to the wipers or windshield,
do not operate the wipers
when the windshield is dry.
• To prevent damage to the
wiper blades, do not use gaso-
line, kerosene, paint thinner,
or other solvents on or near
them.
• To prevent damage to the
wiper arms and other compo-
nents, do not attempt to move
the wipers manually.
WARNING-Windshield
washer
Do not use the washer in freez-
ing temperatures without first
warming the windshield with the
defrosters; the washer solution
could freeze on contact with the
windshield and obscure your
vision.
7KMN2120
OBL048448N
Type A
Type B

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If the rear hatch window is open
( ), the rear wiper will not oper-
ate. Check the rear hatch window
warning light in the instrument clus-
ter, and make sure the rear hatch
window is closed completely.
- Spraying washer fluid and wip-
ing
OFF - Wiper is not in operation
INT - Intermittent wiper operation (if
equipped)
ON - Normal wiper opertion
- Spraying washer fluid and wip-
ing
The defroster heats the window to
remove frost, fog and thin ice from
the interior and exterior of the rear
window, while engine is running.✽
NOTICE
• To prevent damage to the conduc-
tors bonded to the inside surface
of the rear window, never use
sharp instruments or window
cleaners containing abrasives to
clean the window.
• To prevent the battery from being
discharged, the rear window
defroster will only operate when
the engine is running.
• If you want to defrost and defog
on the front windshield, refer to
“Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging” in this section.
To activate the rear window
defroster, press the rear window
defroster button located in the center
console switch panel. The indicator
on the rear window defroster button
illuminates when the defroster is ON.
If there is heavy accumulation of
snow on the rear window, brush it off
before operating the rear defroster.
1KMN2126
1KMA2125
Type A
Type B
DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED)

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Maintenance schedule / 7-4
Owner maintenance / 7-8
Engine compartment / 7-11
Engine oil and oil filter / 7-13
Engine cooling system / 7-15
Brakes and clutch / 7-18
Parking brake / 7-19
Drive belts / 7-20
Power steering / 7-21
Steering wheel / 7-22
Automatic transaxle / 7-23
Manual transaxle / 7-25
Rear differential (4WD) / 7-25
Transfer case (4WD) / 7-25
Lubricants and fluids / 7-26
Air cleaner / 7-27
Climate control air filter / 7-28
Wiper blades / 7-29
Maintenance

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Maintenance
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At least monthly:
• Check coolant level in the coolant
recovery reservoir.
• Check the operation of all exterior
lights, including the stoplights, turn
signals and hazard warning flash-
ers.
• Check the inflation pressures of all
tires including the spare.
At least twice a year
(i.e., every Spring and Fall) :
• Check radiator, heater and air con-
ditioning hoses for leaks or da-
mage.
• Check windshield washer spray
and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened
with washer fluid.
• Check headlight alignment.
• Check muffler, exhaust pipes,
shields and clamps.
• Check the lap/shoulder belts for
wear and function.
• Check for worn tires and loose
wheel lug nuts.
At least once a year :
• Clean body and door drain holes.
• Lubricate door hinges and checks,
and hood hinges.
• Lubricate door and hood locks and
latches.
• Lubricate door rubber weather-
strips.
• Check the air conditioning system
before the warm weather season.
• Check the power steering fluid
level.
• Inspect and lubricate automatic
transaxle linkage and controls.
• Clean battery and terminals.
• Check the brake fluid level.