2017 KIA Sportage engine coolant

Maintenance
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ENGINE COOLANT
The high-pressure cooling system
has a reservoir filled with year round
antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is
filled at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant level at least once a year: at
the beginning of the winter season,
and before traveling to a colder cli-
mate.Checking the coolant level Turn the engine off and wait until it
cools down. Use extreme care
when removing the radiator cap.
Wrap a thick towel around it, and
turn it counterclockwise slowly to
the first stop. Step back while the
pressure is released from the cool-
ing system.
When you are sure all the pressure
has been released, press down on
the cap, using a thick towel, and
continue turning counterclockwise
to remove it.
Even if the engine is not operating, do not remove the radiator cap or
the drain plug while the engine and
radiator are hot. Hot coolant and
steam may still blow out under
pressure, causing serious injury.
WARNING
Removing radiator
cap
Never attempt to remove the
radiator cap while the engine is
operating or hot. Doing so
might lead to cooling system
and engine damage and could
result in serious personal injury
from escaping hot coolant or
steam.
CAUTION - Radiator cap
Never attempt to remove theradiator cap while the engine isoperating or hot. Doing somight lead to cooling systemand engine damage.

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Maintenance
Check the condition and connections
of all cooling system hoses and
heater hoses. Replace any swollen
or deteriorated hoses.
The coolant level should be filled
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the coolant reservoir when
the engine is cool.If the coolant level is low, add enough
specified coolant to provide protec-
tion against freezing and corrosion.
Bring the level to MAX, but do not
overfill. If frequent additions are
required, see an authorized Kia deal-
er for a cooling system inspection.
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WARNING- Cooling fan
Use caution when
working near the
blade of the cooling
fan. The electric
motor (cooling fan) is
controlled by engine coolant
temperature, refrigerant pres-
sure and vehicle speed. it may
sometimes operate even when
the engine is not running.

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NOTICE
Make sure the coolant cap is proper-
ly closed after refill of coolant.
Otherwise the engine could be over-
heated while driving.
1. Check if the radiator cap label is
straight In front. 2. Make sure that the tiny protru-
sions inside the coolant cap
should be securely interlocked.
Recommended engine coolant
When adding coolant, use only
deionized water or soft water for
your vehicle and never mix hard
water in the coolant filled at the fac-
tory. An improper coolant mixture
can result in serious malfunction or
engine damage.
The engine in your vehicle has alu- minum engine parts and must be
protected by an ethylene-glycol
with phosphate based coolant to
prevent corrosion and freezing.
DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol coolant or mix them with the spec-
ified coolant.
Do not use a solution that contains more than 60% antifreeze or less
than 35% antifreeze. This would
reduce the effectiveness of the
solution.
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■ Engine room front view
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■Engine room rear view

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Maintenance
For mixture percentage, refer to the
following table.Changing the coolant
Have the coolant changed by an
authorized Kia dealer according to
the Maintenance Schedule at the
beginning of this chapter.
Put a thick cloth around the radiator
cap before refilling the coolant in
order to prevent the coolant from
overflowing into engine parts such as
the alternator.
Ambient
Temperature Mixture Percentage
(volume)
Antifreeze Water
-15°C (5°F)35 65
-25°C (-13°F)4060
-35°C (-31°F)5050
-45°C (-49°F)6040
CAUTION
Put a thick cloth or fabric
around the radiator cap beforerefilling the coolant in order toprevent the coolant from over-flowing into engine parts suchas the generator.

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Canister
Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel
tank are absorbed and stored in the
onboard canister. When the engine is
running, the fuel vapors absorbed in
the canister are drawn into the surge
tank through the purge control sole-
noid valve.
Purge Control Solenoid Valve
(PCSV)
The purge control solenoid valve is
controlled by the Engine Control
Module (ECM); when the engine
coolant temperature is low during
idling, the PCSV closes so that evap-
orated fuel is not taken into the
engine. After the engine warms up
during ordinary driving, the PCSV
opens to introduce evaporated fuel to
the engine.
3. Exhaust emission control system
The Exhaust Emission Control
System is a highly effective system
which controls exhaust emissions
while maintaining good vehicle per-
formance.
Vehicle modifications
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification of your vehicle could
affect its performance, safety or
durability and may even violate gov-
ernmental safety and emissions reg-
ulations.
In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from any modifi-
cation may not be covered under
warranty.
If you use unauthorized electronic
devices, it may cause the vehicle to
operate abnormally, wire damage,
battery discharge and fire. For your
safety, do not use unauthorized
electronic devices.
Engine exhaust gas precautions
(carbon monoxide)
Carbon monoxide can be present with other exhaust fumes.
Therefore, if you smell exhaust
fumes of any kind inside your vehi-
cle, have it inspected and repaired
immediately. If you ever suspect
exhaust fumes are coming into
your vehicle, drive it only with all
the windows fully open. Have your
vehicle checked and repaired
immediately.
WARNING - Exhaust
Engine exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide (CO). Though
colorless and odorless, it is
dangerous and could be lethal if
inhaled. Follow the instructions
on this page to avoid CO poi-
soning.

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Specifications & Consumer information
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality.
The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
LubricantVolumeClassification
Engine oil *
1*2
(drain and refill)
Recommends 2.0 T-GDI4.8 L
ACEA A5 or above
SAE : C
2.4 GDI
4.8 L API SM or above
ILSAC GF-4 or above
ACEA A5 or above
SAE : A
Automatic transmission
fluid 2.0 T-GDI
7.8 L
- ATF SP-IV
• The list of transaxle fluid approved by KIA: SK ATF SP-IV,
MICHANG ATF SP-IV, NOCA ATF SP-IV
2.4 GDI
6.7 L - ATF SP-IV
SK ATF SP-IV,
MICHANG ATF SP-IV, NOCA ATF SP-IV
Coolant 2.0 T-GDI
7.2 L
Mixture of antifreeze and water
(Ethylene-glycol with phosphate based coolant for cooling
device)
2.4 GDI
7.8 L
Brake fluid
385 ± 20 cc DOT 3 or DOT 4

Index
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Declaration of Conformity ............................................5-64IC ........................................................................\
........5-64
Defroster ......................................................................4-\
134 Rear window defroster ..............................................4-134
Dimensions ......................................................................9-\
2
Door locks......................................................................4-\
22 Child-protector rear door lock ....................................4-25
Impact sensing door unlock system ............................4-25
Operating door locks from inside the vehicle ............4-23
Operating door locks from outside the vehicle ........4-22
Drive mode integrated control system ..........................6-70 Drive mode..................................................................6-70
Economical operation ....................................................6-84
Emergency starting ..........................................................7-5 Jump starting ................................................................7-5
Push-starting ................................................................7-6
Emission control system ..............................................8-103 Crankcase emission control system ..........................8-103
Evaporative emission control (including ORVR: Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery) system ........8-103
Exhaust emission control system ..............................8-104
Engine ........................................................................\
......9-2
Engine compartment ................................................2-6, 8-3 Engine coolant ..............................................................8-30
Changing the coolant ..................................................8-33
Checking the coolant level..........................................8-30
Engine number ..............................................................9-11
Engine oil ......................................................................8-\
28 Changing the engine oil and filter ..............................8-29
Checking the engine oil level ....................................8-28
ENGINE START/STOP button ......................................6-9 ENGINE START/STOP button position ......................6-9
Illuminated ENGINE START/STOP button ................6-9
Starting the engine with a smart key ..........................6-11
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ..............8-24
Exterior features ..........................................................4-176 Roof rack ..................................................................4-176
Exterior overview ....................................................2-2, 2-3
Folding key ......................................................................4-\
5 Battery replacement ......................................................4-8
Immobilizer system ......................................................4-9
Key operations ..............................................................4-5
Record your key number ..............................................4-5
Transmitter precautions ................................................4-7
Fuel filler lid ..................................................................4-45 Closing the fuel filler lid ............................................4-45
Opening the fuel filler lid ..........................................4-45
Fuel requirements ............................................................1-2
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