Maintenance -> Scheduled maintenance service for Your Kia Sportage SUV 2020

Maintenance  
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICE  
Follow the Normal Maintenance Schedule if the vehicle is usually operated where none of the following conditions apply.  
If any of the following conditions apply, follow the Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions.  
• Repeated driving short distance of less than 8 km (5 miles) in normal temperature or less than 16 km (10 miles) in  
freezing temperature  
• Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long distances  
• Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-spread roads  
• Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather  
• Driving in heavy dust conditions  
• Driving in heavy traffic areas  
• Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads repeatedly  
Towing a trailer or using a camper, or roof rack  
• Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use of vehicle towing  
• Driving over 170 km/h (106 mile/h)  
• Frequently driving in stop-and-go condition  
If your vehicle is operated under the above conditions, you should inspect, replace or refill more frequently than the  
following Normal Maintenance Schedule. After 120 months or 150,000 miles continue to follow the prescribed main-  
tenance intervals.  
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Maintenance  
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Turbo Models  
The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission control and performance.  
Keep receipts for all vehicle emission services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the  
frequency of service is determined by whichever occurs first.  
MAINTENANCE  
INTERVALS  
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first  
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MAINTENANCE  
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At first, inspect at 100,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months,  
after that, inspect every 20,000 km (12,000 miles) or 24 months  
Drive belts *1  
Engine oil and engine oil  
filter  
Theta II 2.0L T-GDI  
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Fuel additives *2  
Air cleaner filter  
Spark plugs  
Add every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 12 months  
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Theta II 2.0L T-GDI  
Replace every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 36 months  
Inspect every 100,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months  
Valve clearance *3  
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.  
R : Replace or change.  
*1 : The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced.  
*2 : If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your  
authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.  
*3 : Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. Have an authorized Kia dealer perform the  
operation.  
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Maintenance  
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Turbo Models (CONT.)  
MAINTENANCE  
INTERVALS  
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first  
12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180  
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Miles×1,000  
Km×1,000  
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MAINTENANCE  
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Climate control air filter  
Vacuum hose  
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At first, replace at 200,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years :  
after that, replace every 50,000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months  
Coolant (Engine)  
Battery condition  
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Brake lines, hoses and connections  
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Disc brakes and pads  
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Steering gear rack, linkage and boots  
Driveshaft and boots  
Suspension mounting bolts  
Air conditioner refrigerant  
Air conditioner compressor  
Propeller shaft  
Exhaust pipe and muffler  
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.  
R : Replace or change.  
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Maintenance  
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Turbo Models (CONT.)  
MAINTENANCE  
INTERVALS  
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first  
Months  
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Miles×1,000  
Km×1,000  
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MAINTENANCE  
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Intercooler, in/out hose,  
air intake hose  
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Cooling system  
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Automatic transmission fluid  
Rear differential oil (AWD) *5  
Transfer case oil (AWD) *5  
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tank  
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R : Replace or change.  
*4 : Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance sched-  
ule depends on fuel quality.  
*5 : Rear differential oil and transfer case oil should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water.  
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Maintenance  
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Turbo Models (CONT.)  
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first  
MAINTENANCE  
INTERVALS  
Months  
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Miles×1,000  
Km×1,000  
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12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90  
MAINTENANCE  
ITEM  
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Fuel lines, hoses and connections of each  
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Brake fluid  
Cooling system hoses and connections  
Clutch (if equipped) and brake pedal free play  
All latch, hinges and locks  
Inspect every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or 6 months  
Inspect every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or 6 months  
Inspect every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months  
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.  
R : Replace or change.  
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Maintenance  
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions - Turbo Models  
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer  
to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.  
R : Replace  
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MAINTENANCE  
OPERATION  
DRIVING  
CONDITION  
MAINTENANCE ITEM  
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS  
Every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6  
months  
A, B, C, D, E,  
F, G, H, I, J, K  
Engine oil and engine oil filter Theta II 2.0L T-GDI  
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Air cleaner filter  
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C, E  
Spark plugs  
A, B, F, G, H, I, K  
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G, H, I, J  
Automatic transmission fluid  
Front brake disc/pads, calipers  
Rear brake disc/pads  
Parking brake  
Every 100,000 km (60,000 miles)  
More frequently  
C, D, E, G, H  
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Steering gear box, linkage & boots/  
Lower arm ball joint, upper arm ball joint  
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C, D, E, F, G  
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Maintenance  
MAINTENANCE  
OPERATION  
DRIVING  
CONDITION  
MAINTENANCE ITEM  
Drive shafts and boots  
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS  
More frequently  
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Rear differential oil (AWD)  
Transfer case oil (AWD)  
Every 120,000 km (72,000 miles)  
Every 120,000 km (72,000 miles)  
More frequently  
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Climate control air filter  
(for evaporator and blower unit)  
Propeller shaft  
More frequently  
C, E  
Severe driving conditions  
E-Driving in heavy dust conditions  
F -Driving in heavy traffic areas  
A-Repeatedly driving short distance of less than 8 km (5 miles)  
in normal temperature or less than 16 km (10 miles) in freez-  
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G-Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly  
H-Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack  
B-Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long dis-  
tances  
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towing  
C-Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-  
spread roads  
J -Driving over 170 km/h (106 mph)  
D-Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in  
very cold weather  
K-Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions  
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Maintenance  
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models  
The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission control and performance.  
Keep receipts for all vehicle emission services to protect your warranty. Where both mileage and time are shown, the  
frequency of service is determined by whichever occurs first.  
MAINTENANCE  
INTERVALS  
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first  
Months  
12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180  
Miles×1,000  
Km×1,000  
7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5  
12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180  
MAINTENANCE  
ITEM  
At first, inspect at 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months,  
after that, inspect every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 24 months  
Drive belts *1  
Engine oil and engine oil  
filter  
Theta II 2.4L GDI  
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Fuel additives *2  
Air cleaner filter  
Spark plugs  
Add every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or 12 months  
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Theta II 2.4L GDI  
Theta II 2.4L GDI  
Replace every 168,000 km (105,500 miles) or 84 months  
Inspect every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 72 months  
Valve clearance *3  
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.  
R : Replace or change.  
*1 : The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced.  
*2 : If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your  
authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.  
*3 : Inspect for excessive valve noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary. Have an authorized Kia dealer perform the  
operation.  
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Maintenance  
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models(CONT.)  
MAINTENANCE  
INTERVALS  
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first  
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180  
Miles×1,000 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5  
Km×1,000 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180  
MAINTENANCE  
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Climate control air filter  
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Vacuum hose  
At first, replace at 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years,  
after that, replace every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months  
Coolant (Engine)  
Battery condition  
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Steering gear rack, linkage and boots  
Driveshaft and boots  
Suspension ball joints  
Air conditioner compressor/refrigerant  
Propeller shaft (AWD)  
Exhaust system  
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.  
R : Replace or change.  
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Maintenance  
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models (CONT.)  
MAINTENANCE  
INTERVALS  
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first  
Months  
12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180  
Miles×1,000  
Km×1,000  
7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5  
12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180  
MAINTENANCE  
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Cooling system  
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Automatic transmission fluid  
Rear differential oil (AWD) *5  
Transfer case oil (AWD) *5  
Vapor hose, canisrer and fuel filler cap  
Fuel tank air filter *4  
No check, No service required  
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R : Replace or change.  
*4 : Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance sched-  
ule depends on fuel quality.  
*5 : Rear differential oil and transfer case oil should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water.  
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Maintenance  
Maintenance Under Severe Usage Conditions - Non Turbo Models  
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer  
to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.  
R : Replace  
I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary  
MAINTENANCE  
OPERATION  
DRIVING  
CONDITION  
MAINTENANCE ITEM  
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS  
Every 6,000 km (3,750 miles) or 6  
months  
A, B, C, D, E,  
F, G, H, I, J, K  
Engine oil and engine oil filter Theta II 2.4L GDI  
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Air cleaner filter  
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C, E  
Spark plugs  
A, B, F, G, H, I, K  
A, C, E, F,  
G, H, I, J  
Automatic transmission fluid  
Brake discs and pads, calipers and rotors  
Parking brake (Foot Type)  
Steering gear rack, linkage and boots  
Suspension ball joints  
Every 96,000 km (60,000 miles)  
More frequently  
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MAINTENANCE  
OPERATION  
DRIVING  
CONDITION  
MAINTENANCE ITEM  
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS  
More frequently  
C, D, E, F,  
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Drive shafts and boots  
Rear differential oil (AWD)  
Transfer case oil (AWD)  
Climate control air filter  
Propeller shaft  
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Every 120,000 km (75,000 miles)  
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Severe driving conditions  
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in normal temperature or less than 16 km (10 miles) in freez-  
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G-Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain road repeatedly  
H-Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack  
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tances  
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towing  
C-Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt-  
spread roads  
J -Driving over 170 km/h (106 mph)  
D-Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in  
very cold weather  
K-Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions  
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