Kia Sportage: General Information

Kia Sportage Third generation (SL) - (2011-2016) - Service and Repair Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / General Information

 For best battery service

Keep the battery securely mounted. Keep the battery top clean and dry. Keep the terminals and connections 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 t

 Inner panel fuse replacement

Turn the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button and all other switches off.  Open the fuse panel cover. Pull the suspected fuse straight out. Use the removal tool provided in the main fuse box in the engine compartment. Check the removed fuse; replace it if