Safety
The Kia Sportage boasts six standard airbags -- front and side-impact airbags for both driver and passenger, and side curtain airbags for both front- and rear-seat occupants. Four-wheel antilock disc brakes, traction control and stability control are all standard equipment. Neither NHTSA nor the IIHS has crash tested the Sportage.
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Power steering fluid
Checking the power steering fluid level
With the vehicle on level ground, check
the fluid level in the power steering reservoir
periodically. The fluid should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the ...
Engine oil and oil filter
Checking the engine oil level
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level
ground.
2. Start the engine and allow it to
reach normal operating temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait for a
few min ...
Maintenance
Engine compartment
Maintenance services
Owner maintenance
Maintenance schedule
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
Engine oil
Engine coolant
Brake/clutch fluid
Power steering fluid
Aut ...