Maintenance
OWNER MAINTENANCE
Owner maintenance schedule
The following lists are vehicle checks
When you stop for fuel:
Check the engine oil level.
and inspections that should be per- • Check coolant level in coolant
reservoir.
While operating your vehicle:
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• Note any changes in the sound of
the exhaust or any smell of
exhaust fumes in the vehicle.
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formed
by
the
owner
or
an
Authorized Kia Dealer at the fre-
quencies indicated to help ensure
safe, dependable operation of your
vehicle.
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.
• 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
road.
• When stopping, listen and check
for strange sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel
or “hard-to-push” brake pedal.
WARNING
Be careful when checking your
engine coolant level when the
engine is hot. Scalding hot
coolant and steam may blow out
under pressure.This could cause
burns or other serious injury.
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Check the windshield washer fluid
level.
Look for low or under-inflated tires.
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If any slipping or changes in the
operation of your transaxle occurs,
check the transaxle fluid level.
• Check automatic transaxle P (Park)
function.
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Check parking brake.
Check for fluid leaks under your
vehicle (water dripping from the air
conditioning system during or after
use is normal).
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| Categories | Kia Manuals, Kia Sportage Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2009 |
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