Kia Sportage: Washer fluid
Checking the washer fluid level
The reservoir is translucent so that you
can check the level with a quick visual
inspection.

- Check the fluid level in the washer
fluid reservoir and add fluid if necessary.
Plain water may be used if
washer fluid is not available.
However, use washer solvent with
antifreeze characteristics in cold climates
to prevent freezing.
WARNING
Washer fluid
- Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze
in the washer fluid reservoir.
- Radiator coolant can severely obscure
visibility when sprayed on the windshield
and may cause loss of vehicle
control or damage to paint and body
trim.
- Windshield Washer fluid agents contain
some amounts of alcohol and can
be flammable under certain circumstances.
Do not allow sparks or flame
to contact the washer fluid or the
washer fluid reservoir. Damage to the
vehicle or occupants could occur.
- Windshield washer fluid is poisonous
to humans and animals. Do not drink
and avoid contacting windshield
washer fluid. Serious injury or death
could occur.
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Replacing air cleaner filter
Operation
Pull up the lever (1) on the air cleaner
cover and release the lock.
Rotate the fixed lever on the filter and
loosen the lock.
Repla
Filter inspection
The climate control air filter should be
replaced according to the maintenance
schedule. If the vehicle is operated in
severely air-polluted cities or on dusty
rough roads for a
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The emission control system of your
vehicle is covered by a written limited
warranty. Please see the warranty information
contained in the Warranty &
Consumer Information manual in your
vehicle.
Your vehicle is equipped with an emission
control system to meet all applicable
emission re
If your vehicle is parked and the engine
is left on for a long period of time, the
engine will turn off automatically to help
reduce fuel consumption and prevent
accidents caused by carbon dioxide poisoning.
Operating Conditions
Vehicle Auto-Shut Off timer operates
when all the following cond