Kia Sportage: Crankcase Emission Control System

Kia Sportage Third generation (SL) - (2011-2016) - Service and Repair Manual / Emission Control System / Crankcase Emission Control System

 Recommended engine coolant

When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at the factory. An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage. The engine in your vehicle has aluminum engine parts and must b

 Driving on grades

Reduce the speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don't shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer operate efficiently. On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your speed to around 45