Maintenance
EXTERIOR CARE
Exterior general caution
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar
deposits can damage your vehicle’s
finish if not removed immediately.
Even prompt washing with plain
water may not completely remove all
these deposits. A mild soap, safe for
use on painted surfaces, may be
used.
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water.
Do not allow soap to dry on the fin-
ish.
WARNING - Wet brakes
It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning
and caution statements that appear
on the label.
After washing the vehicle, test
the brakes while driving slowly
to see if they have been affected
by water. If braking performance
is impaired, dry the brakes by
applying them lightly while
maintaining a slow forward
speed.
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Finish maintenance
Washing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish
from rust and deterioration, wash it
thoroughly and frequently at least
once a month with lukewarm or cold
water.
If you use your vehicle for off-road
driving, you should wash it after each
off-road trip. Pay special attention to
the removal of any accumulation of
salt, dirt, mud, and other foreign
materials. Make sure the drain holes
in the lower edges of the doors and
rocker panels are kept clear and
clean.
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NOTICE
Water washing in the engine com-
partment may cause the failure of
electrical circuits located in the
engine compartment.
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NOTICE
Do not use strong soap, chemical
detergents or hot water, and do not • Never allow water or other liquids
wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or
when the body of the vehicle is
warm.
to come in contact with electri-
cal/electronic components inside
the vehicle as this may damage
them.
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| Categories | Kia Manuals, Kia Sportage Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2006 |
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