Kia Sportage: Recommended lubricants and capacitiesTo help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.

*1 Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*2 Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel economy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
*3 If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
MT : Manual transaxle
AT : Automatic transaxle

Air conditioning system
Recommended SAE viscosity numberRepair procedures
Adjustment
TCM Learning
When shift shock is occurred or parts related with the transaxle are replaced, TCM learning should be performed.
In the following case, TCM learning is required.
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Emergency tailgate safety release
Your vehicle is equipped with an emergency tailgate safety release lever located
on the bottom of the tailgate. When someone is inadvertently locked in the cargo
area, the tailgate can be opened ...