KIA Sportage (2019 year). Instruction — part 30

Maintenance

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8

MAINTENANCE SERVICES

You should exercise the utmost care
to prevent damage to your vehicle
and injury to yourself whenever per-
forming any maintenance or inspec-
tion procedures.
Should you have any doubts con-
cerning the inspection or servicing of
your vehicle, we strongly recom-
mend that you have an authorized
Kia dealer perform this work.
An authorized Kia dealer has factory-
trained technicians and genuine Kia
parts to service your vehicle proper-
ly. For expert advice and quality serv-
ice, see an authorized Kia dealer.
Inadequate, incomplete or insuffi-
cient servicing may result in opera-
tional problems with your vehicle that
could lead to vehicle damage, an
accident, or personal injury.

Owner’s responsibility

✽

✽

NOTICE

Maintenance Service and Record
Retention are the owner's responsi-
bility.
You should retain documents that
show proper maintenance has been
performed on your vehicle in accor-
dance with the scheduled mainte-
nance service charts shown on the
following pages. You need this infor-
mation to establish your compliance
with the servicing and maintenance
requirements of your vehicle war-
ranties.
Detailed warranty information is
provided in your Warranty &
Consumer Information manual.

Repairs and adjustments required as
a result of improper maintenance or
a lack of required maintenance are
not covered.
We recommend you have your vehi-
cle maintained and repaired by an
authorized Kia dealer. An authorized
Kia dealer meets Kia’s high service
quality standards and receives tech-
nical support from Kia in order to pro-
vide you with a high level of service
satisfaction.

✽

✽

NOTICE

- NHTSA Safety

Corrosion Alert

The National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) has
issued a general warning to all vehi-
cle owners of all brands regarding
the risks associated with vehicle
underbody corrosion. From your
initial purchase, take the following
steps to prevent unsafe corrosion
damage to your vehicle:

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Maintenance

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• Wash the undercarriage of your

vehicle regularly during the winter
and whenever your vehicle has been
exposed to salts or chemicals.

• Do a thorough washing of the

undercarriage at the end of the
winter.

• Use professional service techni-

cians or governmental inspection
stations to annually inspect for
corrosion.

• Immediately seek an inspection of

your vehicle if you become visually
aware of corrosion flaking or scal-
ing or if you become aware of a
change in vehicle performance, such
as soft or spongey brakes, fluids
leaking, impairment of directional
control, suspension noises or rat-
tling metal straps. NHTSA further
advises that after a vehicle is 7 years
old, it is essential that you take these
indicated maintenance steps to
ensure that you protect yourself
from unsafe corrosion conditions.

Owner maintenance precau-
tions

Improper or incomplete service may
result in problems. This section gives
instructions only for the maintenance
items that are easy to perform.
As explained earlier in this section,
several procedures can be done only
by an authorized Kia dealer with spe-
cial tools.

✽

✽

NOTICE

Improper owner maintenance dur-
ing the warranty period may affect
warranty coverage. For details, read
the separate Warranty & Consumer
Information manual provided with
the vehicle. If you're unsure about
any servicing or maintenance proce-
dure, have it done by an authorized
Kia dealer.

WARNING

- Maintenance

work

Do not wear jewelry or loose
clothing while working under
the hood of your vehicle with
the engine running. These can
become entangled in moving
parts, if you must run the
engine while working under the
hood, make certain that you
remove all jewelry (especially
rings, bracelets, watches, and
necklaces) and all neckties,
scarves,

and similar loose

clothing before getting near the
engine or cooling fans.

Maintenance

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8

OWNER MAINTENANCE

The following lists are vehicle checks
and inspections that should be per-
formed by the owner or an author-
ized Kia dealer at the frequencies
indicated to help ensure safe,
dependable operation of your vehi-
cle.
Any adverse conditions should be
brought to the attention of your deal-
er as soon as possible.
These Owner Maintenance Checks
are generally not covered by war-
ranties and you may be charged for
labor, parts and lubricants used.

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.

While operating your vehicle:

• Note any changes in the sound of

the exhaust or any smell of
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.

• Check for vibrations in the steering

wheel. Notice any increased steer-
ing effort or looseness in the steer-
ing wheel, or change in its straight-
ahead position.

• Notice if your vehicle constantly

turns slightly or “pulls” to one side
when traveling on smooth, level
roads.

• When stopping, listen and check

for unusual sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel
or “hard-to-push” brake pedal.

• If any slipping or changes in the

operation of your transaxle occurs,
check the transaxle fluid level.

• Check the automatic transaxle P

(Park) function.

• Check the parking brake.
• Check for fluid leaks under your

vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).

WARNING

- Hot coolant

Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot
coolant and steam may blow
out under pressure.

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Maintenance

At least monthly:

• Check the coolant level in the

engine coolant 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 the radiator, heater and air

conditioning hoses for leaks or
damage.

• Check the windshield washer

spray and wiper operation. Clean
the wiper blades with clean cloth
dampened with washer fluid.

• Check the headlight alignment.
• Check the 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 the body and door drain

holes.

• Lubricate the door hinges and

check the hood hinges.

• Lubricate the door and hood locks

and latches.

• Lubricate the door rubber weather-

strips.

• Check the air conditioning system.
• Inspect and lubricate automatic

transaxle linkage and controls.

• Clean the battery and terminals.
• Check the brake fluid level.

Maintenance

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8

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICE

Follow the Normal Maintenance Schedule if the vehicle is usually operated where none of the following conditions apply.
If any of the following conditions apply, follow the Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions.
• Repeated driving short distance of less than 5 miles (8 km) in normal temperature or less than 10 miles (16 km) in

freezing temperature

• Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances
• Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spread roads
• Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather
• Driving in heavy dust conditions
• Driving in heavy traffic areas
• Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads repeatedly
• Towing a trailer or using a camper, or roof rack
• Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing
• Driving over 106 mile/h (170 km/h)
• Frequently driving in stop-and-go condition
If your vehicle is operated under the above conditions, you should inspect, replace or refill more frequently than the
following Normal Maintenance Schedule. After 120 months or 150,000 miles continue to follow the prescribed main-
tenance intervals.

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Maintenance

Normal Maintenance Schedule - 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 and time are shown, the

frequency of service is determined by whichever occurs first.

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108 120 132 144 156 168 180

Miles×1,000

6

12

18

24

30

36

42

48

54

60

66

72

78

84

90

Km×1,000

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100 110 120 130 140 150

Drive belts *

1

At first, inspect at 60,000 miles (100,000 km) or 72 months,

after that, inspect every 12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 24 months

Engine oil and engine oil
filter

Theta II 2.0L T-GDI

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Fuel additives *

2

Add every 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 12 months

Air cleaner filter

-

I

-

R

-

I

-

R

-

I

-

R

-

I

-

Spark plugs

Theta II 2.0L T-GDI

Replace every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 36 months

Valve clearance *

3

Theta II 2.0L T-GDI

Inspect every 60,000 miles (100,000 km) or 72 months

I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*

1

: The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced.

*

2

: If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your

authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.

*

3

: Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. Have an authorized Kia dealer perform the

operation.

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

MAINTENANCE
ITEM

Maintenance

10

8

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108 120 132 144 156 168

180

Miles×1,000

6

12

18

24

30

36

42

48

54

60

66

72

78

84

90

Km×1,000

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100 110 120 130 140

150

Rotate tires

Rotate every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)

Climate control air filter

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Vacuum hose

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Coolant (Engine)

At first, replace at 120,000 miles (200,000 km) or 10 years :

after that, replace every 30,000 miles (50,000 km) or 24 months

Battery condition

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Brake lines, hoses and connections

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Disc brakes and pads

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Driveshaft and boots

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Suspension mounting bolts

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Air conditioner refrigerant

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Air conditioner compressor

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Propeller shaft

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Exhaust pipe and muffler

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Normal Maintenance Schedule - Turbo Models (CONT.)

I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

MAINTENANCE
ITEM

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Maintenance

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108 120 132 144 156 168 180

Miles×1,000

6

12

18

24

30

36

42

48

54

60

66

72

78

84

90

Km×1,000

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100 110 120 130 140 150

Intercooler, in/out hose,
air intake hose

Theta II 2.0L T-GDI

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Cooling system

-

-

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

Automatic transaxle fluid

No check, No service required

Differential oil (rear)

Inspect every 40,000 miles (60,000 km) or 48 months

Transfer case oil (AWD) *

5

Inspect every 40,000 miles (60,000 km) or 48 months

Vapor hose, fuel filler cap and fuel tank

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

Fuel tank air filter *

4

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

Normal Maintenance Schedule - Turbo Models (CONT.)

I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*

4

: Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance sched-

ule depends on fuel quality.

*

5

: Transfer case oil should be changed anytime it has been submerged in water.

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

MAINTENANCE
ITEM

Maintenance

12

8

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108 120 132 144 156 168 180

Miles×1,000

6

12

18

24

30

36

42

48

54

60

66

72

78

84

90

Km×1,000

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100 110 120 130 140 150

Fuel lines, hoses and connections

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

Parking brake

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

Brake fluid

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

Normal Maintenance Schedule - Turbo Models (CONT.)

I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

MAINTENANCE
ITEM

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Maintenance

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 : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary

MAINTENANCE ITEM

MAINTENANCE

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

DRIVING

CONDITION

Engine oil and engine oil filter

Theta II 2.0L T-GDI

R

Every 3,000 miles (5,000 km) or 6

months

A, B, C, D, E,

F, G, H, I, J, K

Air cleaner filter

I

More frequently

C, E

Spark plugs

R

More frequently

A, B, F, G, H, I, K

Automatic transaxle fluid

R

Every 60,000 miles (100,000 km)

A, C, D, E,

F, G, H, I, J

Front brake disc/pads, calipers

I

More frequently

C, D, E, G, H

Rear brake disc/pads

I

More frequently

C, D, E, G, H

Parking brake

I

More frequently

C, D, G, H

Steering gear box, linkage & boots/
Lower arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G

Maintenance

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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 freez-
ing temperature

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

tances

C- Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-

spread 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 ITEM

MAINTENANCE

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

DRIVING

CONDITION

Drive shafts and boots

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J

Differential oil (rear)

R

Every 80,000 miles (120,000 km)

C, D, E, F, G,

H, I, J, K

Climate control air filter
(for evaporator and blower unit)

R

More frequently

C, E, G

Propeller shaft

I

More frequently

C, E

Transfer case oil (AWD)

R

Every 80,000 miles (120,000 km)

C, D, E, F, G,

H, I, J, K

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Maintenance

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 and time are shown, the

frequency of service is determined by whichever occurs first.

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108 120 132 144 156 168

180

Miles×1,000

7.5

15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5

Km×1,000

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180

Drive belts *

1

At first, inspect at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months,

after that, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 24 months

Engine oil and engine oil
filter

Theta II 2.4L GDI

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Fuel additives *

2

Add every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months

Air cleaner filter

I

I

I

R

I

I

I

R

I

I

I

R

I

I

I

Spark plugs

Theta II 2.4L GDI

Replace every 105,500 miles (168,000 km) or 84 months

Valve clearance *

3

Theta II 2.4L GDI

Inspect every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 72 months

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

MAINTENANCE
ITEM

I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*

1

: The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced.

*

2

: If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your

authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.

*

3

: Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. Have an authorized Kia dealer perform the

operation.

Maintenance

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8

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108 120 132 144 156 168

180

Miles×1,000 7.5

15

22.5

30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5

Km×1,000

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180

Rotate tires

Rotate every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)

Climate control air filter

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Vacuum hose

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Coolant (Engine)

At first, replace at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years,

after that, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months

Battery condition

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Brake lines, hoses and connections

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Brake discs and pads

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Driveshaft and boots

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Suspension ball joints

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Air conditioner compressor/refrigerant

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Propeller shaft (AWD)

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Exhaust system

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

MAINTENANCE
ITEM

Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models(CONT.)

I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.

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Maintenance

Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108 120 132 144 156 168

180

Miles×1,000

7.5

15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5

Km×1,000

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96 108 120 132 144 156 168

180

Cooling system

-

-

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

Automatic transmission fluid

No check, No service required

Transfer case oil (AWD) *

5

Inspect every 40,000 miles (60,000 km) or 48 months

Vapor hose and fuel filler cap

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

Fuel tank air filter *

4

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

Fuel lines, hoses and connections

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

I

-

-

-

Parking brake

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

Brake fluid

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

I

-

MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

MAINTENANCE
ITEM

Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models (CONT.)

I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*

4

: Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance sched-

ule depends on fuel quality.

*

5

: Transfer case oil and rear axle oil should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water.

Maintenance

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8

Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions - Non 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 : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary

MAINTENANCE ITEM

MAINTENANCE

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

DRIVING

CONDITION

Engine oil and engine oil filter Theta II 2.4L GDI

R

Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6

months

A, B, C, D, E,

F, G, H, I, J, K

Air cleaner filter

R

More frequently

C, E

Spark plugs

R

More frequently

A, B, F, G, H, I, K

Automatic transmission fluid

R

Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)

A, C, D, E,

F, G, H, I, J

Brake discs and pads, calipers and rotors

I

More frequently

C, D, E, G, H

Parking brake (Foot Type)

I

More frequently

C, D, G, H

Steering gear rack, linkage and boots

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G

Suspension ball joints

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F, G

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Maintenance

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 freez-
ing temperature

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

tances

C- Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-

spread roads

D- Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in

very cold weather

E - Driving in heavy dust condition

F - Driving in heavy traffic area

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 ITEM

MAINTENANCE

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

DRIVING

CONDITION

Drive shafts and boots

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F,

G, H, I, J

Rear differential oil (AWD)

R

Every 80,000 miles (120,000 km)

C, D, E, F, G,

H, I, J, K

Transfer case oil (AWD)

R

Every 80,000 miles (120,000 km)

C, D, E, F, G,

H, I, J, K

Climate control air filter

R

More frequently

C, E, G

Propeller shaft

I

More frequently

C, D, E, F,

G, H, I, J