Kia Sportage: Blade inspection
Commercial hot waxes applied by automatic car washes have been known to make the windshield difficult to clean.
Contamination of either the windshield or the wiper blades with foreign matter can reduce the effectiveness of the windshield wipers. Common sources of contamination are insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments used by some commercial car washes. If the blades are not wiping properly, clean both the window and the blades with a good cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse thoroughly with clean water.
CAUTION - Wiper blades
To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them.
Wiper blades
Blade replacementTilt steering/Telescope steering
Tilt steering allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.
You can also raise the steering wheel to give your legs more room when you exit
and enter the vehicle (if equipped).
The ste ...
Cylinder Head: Repair procedures
Removal
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Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
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To avoid damaging the cylinder head, wait until the engine
coolant temperature ...