differential KIA SPORTAGE 2022 Owners Manual

Maintenance
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7
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496108120132144156168180
Miles×1,00061218243036424854606672788490
Km×1,000102030405060708090100110120130140150
Intercooler, in/out hose,
air intake hoseTheta II 2.0L T-GDIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Cooling system---I-I-I-I-I-I-
Automatic transmission fluidNo check, No service required
Rear differential oil (AWD) *5---I---I---I---
Transfer case oil (AWD) *5---I---I---I---
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.
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5: If the vehicle has been submerged in water or in a flooded area, Rear differential oil and transfer case oil should be changed as a precaution.
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM

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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 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 ITEMMAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING
CONDITION
Drive shafts and bootsIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
Rear differential oil (AWD)REvery 72,000 miles (120,000 km)C, E, G, H, I, J
Transfer case oil (AWD)REvery 72,000 miles (120,000 km)C, E, G, H, I, J
Climate control air filter
(for evaporator and blower unit)RMore frequentlyC, E, G
Propeller shaftIMore frequentlyC, E

Maintenance
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7
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496108120132144156168180
Miles×1,0007.51522.530 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5
Km×1,00012 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180
Cooling system---I-I-I-I-I-I-
Automatic transmission fluidNo check, No service required
Rear differential oil (AWD) *5---I---I---I---
Transfer case oil (AWD) *5---I---I---I---
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 fluidInspect every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months,
Replace every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months
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: Rear differential oil and transfer case oil should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water.

Maintenance
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7
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 ITEMMAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING
CONDITION
Drive shafts and bootsIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
Rear differential oil (AWD)REvery 75,000 miles (120,000 km)C, E, G, H, I, J
Transfer case oil (AWD)REvery 75,000 miles (120,000 km)C, E, G, H, I, J
Climate control air filterRMore frequentlyC, E, G
Propeller shaftIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F,G, H, I, J

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Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects
*1: Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
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2: Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel econ-
omy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure
in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings. Lubricant
Volume
Classification
Rear differential oil (4WD)
0.61 US qt. (0.58 L) Hypoid gear oil API GL-5, SAE 75W/85
(SK HCT-5 gear oil 75W/85 or equivalent)
Transfer case oil (4WD) Theta II 2.4L GDI
0.48 US qt. (0.45 L)
Theta II 2.0L T-GDI
Fuel
16.4 US gal. (62 L) Unleaded gasoline