KIA Sportage 2008 JE_ / 2.G Owner's Manual

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NOTICE
“COLD” scale is for reference only
and should NOT be used to deter-
mine transaxle fluid level.
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NOTICE
New automatic transaxle fluid
should be red. The red dye is added
so the assembly plant can identify it
as automatic transaxle fluid and dis-
tinguish it from engine oil or
antifreeze. The red dye, which is not
an indicator of fluid quality, is not
permanent. As the vehicle is driven,
the automatic transaxle fluid will
begin to look darker. The color may
eventually appear light brown.
Therefore, have an Authorized Kia
dealer change the automatic
transaxle fluid according to the
Scheduled Maintenance at the
beginning of this section.
Changing the automatic
transaxle fluid
Have automatic transaxle fluid
changed by an Authorized Kia
Dealer according to the Maintenance
Schedule at the beginning of this
section.
Use only the specified automatic
transaxle fluid. (Refer to
"Recommended Lubricants" later in
this section.)
CAUTION
• Low fluid level causes
transaxle slippage.Overfilling
can cause foaming, loss of fluid
and transaxle malfunction.
• The use of a non-specified fluid
could result in transaxle mal-
function and failure.
WARNING- Parking brake
To a v oid sudden movement of
the vehicle, apply parking brake
and depress the brake pedal
before moving the shift lever.
WARNING -Transaxle
fluid
The transaxle fluid level should
be checked when the engine is at
normal operating temperature.
This means that the engine, radi-
ator, radiator hose and exhaust
system etc., are very hot.
Exercise great care not to burn
yourself during this procedure.

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Checking or changing manual
transaxle fluid
Have manual transaxle fluid checked
or changed by an Authorized Kia
Dealer according to the Maintenance
Schedule at the beginning of this
section.
Use only the specified manual
transaxle fluid. (Refer to
"Recommended Lubricants" later in
this section.)
Checking or changing rear dif-
ferential fluid
Have rear differential fluid checked or
changed by an Authorized Kia
Dealer according to the Maintenance
Schedule at the beginning of this
section.
Use only the specified rear differen-
tial fluid. (Refer to "Recommended
Lubricants" later in this section.)
Checking or changing transfer
case fluid
Have transfer case fluid checked or
changed by an Authorized Kia
Dealer according to the Maintenance
Schedule at the beginning of this
section.
Use only the specified transfer case
fluid. (Refer to "Recommended
Lubricants" later in this section.)
REAR DIFFERENTIAL (4WD)TRANSFER CASE (4WD) MANUAL TRANSAXLE
(IF EQUIPPED)

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LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS
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.
Body lubrication
All moving points of the body, such
as door hinges, hood hinges, and
locks, should be lubricated each time
the engine oil is changed. Use a non-
freezing lubricant on locks during
cold weather.
Make sure the engine hood sec-
ondary latch keeps the hood from
opening when the primary latch is
released.
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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 or damage to paint
and body trim.
•Windshield Washer fluid
agents contain some amounts
of alcohol and can be flamma-
ble under certain circum-
stances.Do not allow sparks
or flame to contact the washer
fluid or the washer fluid reser-
vo
ir.Damage to the vehicle or
it's occupants could occur.
•Windshield washer fluid is
poisonous to humans and ani-
mals.Do not drink and avoid
contacting windshield washer
fluid.Serious injury or death
could occur.

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AIR CLEANER
Element replacement
Have the air cleaner element
checked and replaced in accordance
with the maintenance schedule.
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NOTICE
Do not drive with the air cleaner
removed; this will result in excessive
engine wear.
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CAUTION - Engine
Driving without an air cleaner
encourages backfiring, which
could cause a fire in the engine
compartment.

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CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER (IF EQUIPPED)
The climate control air filter installed
behind the glove box filters the dust
or other pollutants that come into the
vehicle from the outside through the
heating and air conditioning system.
If dust or other pollutants accumulate
in the filter over a period of time, the
air flow from the air vents may
decrease, resulting in moisture accu-
mulation on the inside of the wind-
shield even when the outside (fresh)
are position is selected. If this hap-
pens, have the climate control air fil-
ter replaced by an Authorized Kia
Dealer.The air filter should be replaced
every 15,000 km (10,000 miles). If
the vehicle is operated in the severe-
ly air-polluted cities or on dusty
rough roads for a long period, it
should be inspected more frequently
and replaced earlier. When you try to
replace the air filter by owner mainte-
nance, replace it performing the fol-
lowing procedure, and in this case,
be careful to avoid damaging other
components.
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Outside air
Recirculated
air
Climate control
air filterBlower
Evaporator
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WIPER BLADES
Wiper blade maintenance
Commercial hot waxes applied by
automatic car washes have been
known to make the windshield dif-
ficult to clean.Contamination of either the wind-
shield or the wiper blades with for-
eign matter can reduce the effective-
ness of the windshield wipers.
Common sources of contamination
are insects, tree sap, and hot wax
treatments used by some commer-
cial car washes. If the blades are not
wiping properly, clean both the win-
dow and the blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse
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NOTICE
To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other sol-
vents on or near them.
Windshield wiper blade
replacement
When the wipers no longer clean
adequately, the blades may be worn
or cracked, and require replacement.
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NOTICE
To prevent damage to the wiper
arms or other components, do not
attempt to move the wipers manual-
ly.
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NOTICE
The use of a non-specified wiper
blade could result in wiper malfunc-
tion and failure.
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1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the
wiper blade assembly to expose
the plastic locking clip.
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NOTICE
Do not allow the wiper arm to fall
against the windshield, since it may
chip or crack the windshield.
2. Compress the clip and slide the
blade assembly downward.
3. Lift it off the arm.
4. Install the blade assembly in the
reverse order of removal.
Rear window wiper blade
replacement (if equipped)
1. Raise the wiper arm and pull out
the wiper blade assembly.
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2. Install the new blade assembly by
inserting the center part (
➀) into
the slot (
➁) in the wiper arm until it
clicks into place.
3. Make sure the blade assembly is
installed firmly by gently pulling on
the blade.
WARNING- Battery
dangers
Always read the follow-
ing instructions carefully
when handling a battery.
Keep lighted cigarettes
and all other flames or
sparks away from the
battery.
Hydrogen, a highly com-
bustible gas,is always
present in battery cells
and may explode if ignit-
ed.
Keep batteries out of the
reach of children
because batteries con-
tain highly corrosive
SULFURIC ACID.Do not
allow battery acid to con-
tact your skin, eyes,
clothing or pa
int finish.
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If any electrolyte gets
into your eyes, flush your
eyes with clean water for
at least 15 minutes and
get immediate medical
attention.If possible,
continue to apply water
with a sponge or cloth
until medical attention is
received.
If electrolyte gets on
your skin, thoroughly
wash the contacted area.
If you feel a pain or a
burning sensation, get
medical attention imme-
diately.
Wear eye protection
when charging or work-
ing near a battery.
Always provide ventila-
tion when working in an
enclosed space.
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BATTERY
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For best battery service :
• Keep the battery securely mount-
ed.
• Keep the battery top clean and dry.
• Keep the terminals and connec-
tions clean, tight, and coated with
petroleum jelly or terminal grease.
• Rinse any spilled electrolyte from
the battery immediately with a
solution of water and baking soda.
• If the vehicle is not going to be
used for an extended time, discon-
nect the battery cables.
Battery recharging
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,
calcium-based battery.
• If the battery becomes discharged
in a short time (because, for exam-
ple, the headlights or interior lights
were left on while the vehicle was
not in use), recharge it by slow
charging (trickle) for 10 hours.
• If the battery gradually discharges
because of high electric load while
the vehicle is being used, recharge
it at 20-30A for two hours.
Items to be reset after the battery
has been discharged or the bat-
tery has been disconnected.
• Clock (See page 3-98)
• Sunroof (See page 3-100)
• Trip computer (See page 4-42)
• Compass (See page 4-54)
• Climate control system (See pages
4-66)
• Audio (See the audio manual)
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• When lifting a plastic-cased
battery, excessive pressure on
the case may cause battery
acid to leak, resulting in per-
sonal injury.Lift with a battery
carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
• Never attempt to recharge the
battery when the battery
cables are connected.
• The electrical ignition system
works with high voltage.
Never touch these compo-
nents with the engine running
or the ignition
switched on.
Failure to follow the above
warnings can result in serious
bodily injury or death.

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NOTICE
• Before performing maintenance
or recharging the battery, turn off
all accessories and stop the engine.
• The negative battery cable must
be removed first and installed last
when the battery is disconnected.WARNING- Recharging
battery
When recharging the battery,
observe the following precau-
tions:
• The battery must be removed
from the vehicle and placed in
an area with good ventilation.
• Do not allow cigarettes,
sparks, or flame near the bat-
tery.
• Watch the battery during
charging, and stop or reduce
the charging rate if the battery
cells begin gassing (boiling)
violently or if the temperature
of the electrolyte of any cell
exceeds 49°C (120°F).
• Wear eye protection when
checking the battery during
charging.
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•Disconnect the battery charg-
er in the following order.
1.Turn off the battery charger
main switch.
2.Unhook the negative clamp
from the negative battery ter-
minal.
3.Unhook the positive clamp
from the positive battery ter-
minal.