Kia Sportage: Check spark plugs and ignition system

Third generation SL (2010â€“2016) / Kia Sportage SL Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Winter driving / Check spark plugs and ignition system

Inspect your spark plugs as described in section 7 and replace them if necessary. Also check all ignition wiring and components to be sure they are not cracked, worn or damaged in any way.

Change to "winter weight" oil if necessary

In some climates it is recommended that a lower viscosity "winter weight" oil be used during cold weather. See section 8 for recommendations. If you aren't sure what weight oil you s ...

To keep locks from freezing

To keep the locks from freezing, squirt an approved de-icer fluid or glycerine into the key opening. If a lock is covered with ice, squirt it with an approved de-icing fluid to remove the ice. If ...

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Emergency towing precautions
Turn the ignition switch to ACC so the steering wheel isnâ€™t locked. Place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral). Release the parking bake. Press the brake pedal with more force than usua ...

Engine oil pressure warning light
This warning light indicates the engine oil pressure is low. If the warning light illuminates while driving: 1.Drive safely to the side of the road and stop. 2.With the engine off, check the engi ...

Kia Sportage: Check spark plugs and ignition system

Change to "winter weight" oil if necessary

To keep locks from freezing

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