2018 KIA SPORTAGE coolant level

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 the radiator 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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Maintenance
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 neces-
sary. Plain water may be used if
washer fluid is not available.
However, use washer solvent with
antifreeze characteristics in cold cli-
mates to prevent freezing.
WARNING- Flammablefluid
Do not allow the washer fluid to
come in contact with open
flames or sparks. The windshield
washer fluid reservoir is flamma-
ble under certain circumstances.
This can result in a fire.WARNING- Windshield fluid
Do not drink the windshield
washer fluid. The windshield
washer fluid is poisonous to
humans and animals.
WARNING- Coolant
Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windshield and may
cause loss of vehicle control.
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Maintenance
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Temperature -A, B & C
The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B and C representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can
cause the material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C cor-
responds to a level of performance
which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher
levels of performance on the labora-
tory test wheel than the minimum
required by law. Tire terminology and definitions
Air Pressure:
The amount of air
inside the tire pressing outward on
the tire. Air pressure is expressed in
kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per
square inch (psi).
Accessory Weight: This means the
combined weight of optional acces-
sories. Some examples of optional
accessories are, automatic
transaxle, power seats, and air con-
ditioning.
Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a
tire's height to its width.
Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords
that is located between the plies and
the tread. Cords may be made from
steel or other reinforcing materials.
Bead: The tire bead contains steel
wires wrapped by steel cords that
hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in
which the plies are laid at alternate
angles less than 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread. Cold Tire Pressure:
The amount of
air pressure in a tire, measured in
kilopascals (kPa) or pounds per
square inch (psi) before a tire has
built up heat from driving.
Curb Weight: This means the weight
of a motor vehicle with standard and
optional equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, but without passengers and
cargo.
DOT Markings: A code molded into
the sidewall of a tire signifying that
the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
Department of Transportation motor
vehicle safety standards. The DOT
code includes the Tire Identification
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric des-
ignator which can also identify the
tire manufacturer, production plant,
brand and date of production.

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Index
Door locks......................................................................4-\
22From outside the vehicle ............................................4-22
From inside the vehicle ..............................................4-23
Central door lock switch ............................................4-24
Child-protector rear door lock ....................................4-26
Downhill Brake Control (DBC) ....................................6-62 DBC operation ............................................................6-63
Drinks holders, see cup holders ..................................4-164
DRIVE mode (Drive mode integrated control system) ..6-70
Drive mode integrated control system ..........................6-70 DRIVE mode ..............................................................6-70
ECO mode ..................................................................6-70
SPORT mode ..............................................................6-71
Driver's and passenger's front air bag ............................3-58
Driving at night ..............................................................6-87
Driving in flooded areas ................................................6-89
Driving in the rain..........................................................6-88
Driving off-road ............................................................6-89
ECO mode (Drive mode integrated control system) ....6-70
Economical operation ....................................................6-84
Electric parking brake (EPB) ........................................6-31
Electrical Equipment (U.S. only) ..................................9-15 Installation of a mobile two-way radio system ..........9-15
Electrochromic mirror (ECM) ......................................4-59
Electrochromic mirror with HomeLink system ............4-60 Electronic power steering ..............................................4-54
Electronic stability control (ESC) ................................6-44
Emergency liftgate safety release ..................................4-28
Emergency roadside assistance......................................9-12
Emergency starting ..........................................................7-5
Jump starting ................................................................7-5
Emergency while driving ................................................7-3
Emission control system ..............................................8-101 Crankcase emission control system ..........................8-101
Evaporative emission control System ......................8-101
Exhaust emission control system ..............................8-102
Engine ........................................................................\
......9-2
Engine compartment ........................................................2-6
Engine compartment ........................................................8-3
Engine coolant ..............................................................8-28 Checking the coolant level..........................................8-28
Changing the coolant ..................................................8-31
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge..............................4-70
Engine number ..............................................................9-11
Engine oil ......................................................................8-\
26 Checking the engine oil level ....................................8-26
Changing the engine oil and filter ..............................8-27
Engine overheats ..............................................................7-7
Engine start/stop button ..................................................6-9 Illuminated engine start/stop button ............................6-9
Engine start/stop button position ..................................6-9
Starting the engine with a smart key ..........................6-11
Engine start/stop button illumination ..............................6-9
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