Kia Sportage 4 Maintenance Schedule

Mandatory scheduled maintenance is essential for the proper functioning of all major vehicle components. The list of scheduled maintenance tasks for the Kia Sportage 4th generation includes basic procedures for changing engine oil and filters. In general, there are four main stages that repeat cyclically, but additional tasks are added depending on the service life of the specific vehicle configuration.

The maintenance map for the Kia Sportage 4 appears as follows.

Since its release in 2015 and as of 2022, the fourth-generation Sportage has been equipped with four petrol and three diesel engines. The petrol version is represented by the following motors: 1.6 GDI (G4FD) 140 hp, 1.6 T-GDI (G4FJ) 177 hp, 2.0 MPI (G4NA) 150 hp, and 2.4 GDI (G4KJ, G4KH) 180-200 hp. Diesels: 1.7 CRDI (D4FD) 116-141 hp and 2.0 CRDI (D4HA) 185 hp. They can work in pairs with one of the following gearboxes: M6GF2 (manual), 7-speed dual-clutch robot DCT 7 (D7GF1), A6MF1 (6-speed automatic), and the 2.0 CRDI diesel version features an 8-speed automatic A8LF1. The vehicle can be 2WD (4x2) or equipped with the 4x4 AWD Dynamax all-wheel drive system.

The list of tasks, required consumables, and the cost of each Kia Sportage 4 service will depend entirely on the trim level. In this article, you will learn the regulations, what is included in the mandatory Sportage IV maintenance, which parts will be needed, what must be checked, and the estimated maintenance costs including service labour.

Initial Check-up (Service 0)

Service 0 on the Kia Sportage 4 (QL) is not mandatory, but is recommended by authorized dealers after a run of 2,000 km. Most owners visit for the first check-up after 7,500 km.

The main task of the planned Service 0 is to check the condition of the engine oil and oil filter. Replacement of the lubricant, filter, and drain plug washer is performed only if necessary. It is also mandatory to check mountings and the following components:

• exterior lights;
• steering system;
• condition of the timing belt/chain and drive belt;
• cooling system and air conditioning;
• level and condition of brake fluid;
• front and rear suspension;
• condition of the paintwork and body trim elements.

Service 1 Regulations

The goal of scheduled technical maintenance is to regularly (annually or every 10,000–15,000 km) change the oil and filters. The regulations for the first service include changing the engine oil, oil filter, drain plug washer, and cabin filter. Some consumables and their part numbers differ depending on the engine type and displacement.

Engine Oil Change. According to requirements, all Kia Sportage IV engines must be filled with oil meeting ACEA A5, ILSAC GF-4 standards or higher, and not lower than "SN" according to API classification. You can use either the original oil or other recommended equivalents.

Petrol engines:

• For 1.6 GDI, 1.6 T-GDI, and 2.0 MPI, oil with viscosity grades 5W-30 and 5W-40 is suitable. The part number for the original oil in a 4L canister is 0510000441, and 1L is 0510000141. The best equivalents meeting the standards are: Idemitsu 30011328-746, Castrol 15CA3B, Liqui moly 2853, Mobil 154806, LUKOIL 1538770.
• The 2.4 GDI engine requires 0W-30 Kia Mega Turbo Syn oil under part numbers: 0510000471 for 4L or 510000171 for 1L. Its equivalents are: Ravenol 4014835842755, Shell 550046375, MOTUL 102889, Mobil 154315.

Diesel engines:

• For 1.7 CRDI, 5W-30 ACEA C2/C3 lubricant from Hyundai/Kia Premium DPF Diesel is suitable, with part numbers 0520000620 for 6L and 0520000120 for 1L. Popular equivalents include: ELF 194908, Eni 8423178020687, Shell 550046363, Bardahl 36313, ARAL 20479.
• The 2.0 CRDI requires 5W-30 oil with API CH-4. The original Hyundai/Kia Premium LS Diesel can be bought under part numbers: 0520000411 for 4L and 0520000111 for 1L. Equivalents are: Total 195097, Wolf 8308116, ZIC 162608.

Oil Filter Replacement. All petrol engines use the original filter – 2630035504. It can be replaced with this or another equivalent. Most popular: Sakura C-1016, Mahle/Knecht OC 500, MANN W81180, JS ASAKASHI C307J, MASUMA MFC-1318. A different oil filter is needed for the diesel engine; the 1.7 CRDI uses part number 263202A500. Quality equivalents: MANN-FILTER HU 7001 X, Mahle/Knecht OX 351D, Bosch F 026 407 147, JS Asakashi OE0073. The 2.0 CRDI diesel uses oil filter 263202F100. Equivalents: MANN-FILTER HU 7027 Z, Filtron OE674/6, Sakura EO28070, PURFLUX L473.

After draining the oil, the engine sump drain bolt and the drain plug washer must also be replaced. The bolt has catalogue number 2151223000, and is suitable for all petrol and diesel modifications. If the service centre does not have the original bolt in stock, MASUMA M-52 or KROSS KM88-07457 can be used as a substitute. The drain plug washer is 2151323001. Substitutes include PARTS MALL P1Z-A052M or FEBI 32456.

Cabin Filter Replacement. The Kia Sportage 4 is factory-fitted with a standard cabin filter with part number 97133F2100. It has several good, affordable equivalents: MAHLE LA 152/6, MANN CU 24024, FILTRON K 1423, SAT ST97133F2100, AMD AMD.FC799. However, in warmer months, it is better to install charcoal equivalents: BIG FILTER GB-98052/C, LYNX LAC-1907C, JS ASAKASHI AC9413C, or anti-allergen filters (in spring during high pollen counts): BIG FILTER GB-98052/CA, JS ASAKASHI AC9413B, SAKURA CAB-28261.

In addition to replacing consumables, the list of technical maintenance for the Kia Sportage 4 at the service centre includes diagnostics and checks of the following components:

• pulleys and drive belts;
• radiator, hoses, and cooling system connections;
• coolant condition;
• air filter;
• fuel system;
• crankcase ventilation system (hoses);
• vacuum system hoses and tubes;
• exhaust system;
• engine management electronics;
• disc brakes, as well as brake system tubes and connections;
• level and condition of brake fluid;
• clutch control fluid (applicable for versions with Manual Gearbox);
• steering components;
• condition of wheel bearings and drive shafts;
• front and rear suspension;
• functionality of the propshaft and universal joints;
• condition of the body anti-corrosion coating;
• air conditioning system;
• tyre pressure and tread wear;
• battery charge, terminal condition, electrolyte density;
• lighting (exterior and interior).

After performing all replacement and diagnostic work, the service interval must be reset. At an authorized dealer, this is often a paid service.

Service 2 Regulations

Scheduled Service 2 is carried out at a mileage of 30,000 km or after 2 years of operation. The second service for the Kia Sportage 4 includes the entire list of Service 1 tasks, as well as replacing the brake fluid and clutch fluid (for manual transmission models). Additionally, if the car is diesel, the fuel filter must be changed.

Brake Fluid Replacement. Replacement requires original DOT-4 fluid under catalogue number 0110000110 (1L) or an equivalent meeting FMVSS 116 standards. Good options include: CASTROL 157D5A, SHELL 5011987212008, MOBIL 150906, Motul 102718.

Diesel Fuel Filter Replacement. For 1.7 CRDI modifications, fuel filter 319221K800 is installed. Equivalents used include: FILTRON PP 979/5, MAHLE KC 605D, MANN WK 8060 Z. The diesel 2.0 CRDI requires a filter under part number 31922D3900. Commonly chosen equivalents are: MANN-FILTER WK 8019, Sakura FC28011, Parts-Mall PCA-049.

Tasks and Consumables for Service 3

Every 45,000 km or 3 years from the start of operation, Service 3 regulations are carried out. The list of tasks includes replacing basic Service 1 consumables and checks, as well as replacing the air filter and replacing the battery in the emergency call system module. These procedures are repeated at 135,000 km or after 9 years.

Air Filter Replacement. All petrol engines use air filter part number 28113D3300. It can be replaced with equivalents: MANN C 28 035, SCT SB 2397, MAHLE LX 4492, MASUMA MFA-K371. Diesel engines are fitted with air filter 28113D3100. High-quality and more affordable equivalents are: MANN C 28 040, MAHLE LX 3677, and FILTRON AP 197/3.

Replacement of the battery in the navigation/emergency call system. The battery in the navigation module should be changed every 3 years, regardless of the vehicle's mileage. The original part number 96515D4400 is used.

List of Tasks and Consumables for Service 4

Every 60,000 km of mileage or after 4 years, the Sportage QL undergoes Service 4 regulations. Basically, the list of tasks repeats Service 2, but in addition, the fuel filter is changed (on both petrol and diesel), as well as the fuel tank charcoal canister filter (only on petrol versions).

Fuel Filter Replacement. This is the first replacement for the petrol version and the second for the diesel. For the Kia Sportage 4 petrol, it is recommended to install the original fuel filter – 311121W000. Significantly cheaper, but also lower quality filters include: SAT ST-5400.01, Masuma MFF-K327, LYNX LF-816M, ZZVF GRA67081. Also at this mileage, it is necessary to install a new coarse mesh strainer – 31090D7000.

Fuel Tank Charcoal Canister Filter Replacement. All modifications equipped with a petrol engine use the canister – 31184D7000.

Service 5 Checklist

According to the KIA Sportage 4 maintenance regulations, Service 5 is performed every 75,000 km or 5 years from the start of operation. The list of tasks includes the Service 1 procedures, and on the 1.6 (G4FJ) engine, it will be necessary to change the spark plugs.

Spark Plug Replacement (1.6 T-GDI). Original spark plugs for the Sportage 4 1.6 petrol have the catalogue number 1884610060 (4 pieces required). The following options act as equivalents: NGK 93815, Denso VXUH20I, Bosch 0 242 129 524, HELLA 8EH188706-311.

Tasks and Parts for Service 6

Service 6 on the Kia Sportage 4 is performed every 90,000 km or after 6 years of operation. The list includes all scheduled work done at Service 2 and Service 3. If the vehicle has an automatic transmission, it will also be necessary to change the transmission fluid, plugs (sump and inspection hole), and their sealing rings.

Automatic Transmission Fluid and Consumables Replacement. For automatic transmissions, the factory recommends filling with original fluid ATF SP-IV Hyundai/Kia 450000115. Equivalents with all necessary manufacturer approvals can be used, for example: Zic 162646 and Castrol 156 CAB.

Consumables to be changed:

• sump plug – 4532439000;
• plug sealing ring – 4532339000;
• inspection hole plug – 452863B010;
• inspection hole plug sealing ring – 452853B010.

What Changes at Service 7

Every 105,000 km or after 7 years, Sportage 4 technical maintenance requires Service 7. The list includes mandatory Service 1 procedures, and in all-wheel-drive vehicles, the oil in the transfer box and rear differential is additionally changed.

Transfer Box Oil Change. The transfer box requires transmission oil 75W-90 Hypoid Gear OIL API GL-5. The original is Hyundai Xteer Gear Oil-5 75W-90 GL-5 – 1011439. Shell Spirax 550027983 can be used as an equivalent.

Rear Differential Oil Change. The Kia Sportage QL owner's manual recommends using the same oil in the differential as in the transfer box – Hypoid Gear OIL or Hyundai Xteer Gear Oil-5 75W-90. If using an equivalent, it must meet the specified approval standards.

Service 8 at 120,000 km

Service 8 regulations apply after 8 years of operation or 120,000 km of mileage. It involves performing all procedures provided by the Service 4 list, and also includes coolant replacement.

Coolant Replacement. For the Kia Sportage 4 of European assembly with all engine types, antifreeze with part number 0710000400 is used. For vehicles of Russian assembly, coolant R9000AC001K is suitable. Instead of the original antifreeze, Ravenol 4014835755819, Miles AFGR001, AGA AGA048Z, or Coolstream CS010501 can also be used.

Service 10 Procedures

Service 10 is regulated at 150,000 km (10 years from the start of operation). This is the last entry in the Sportage 4 maintenance map; subsequently, either major repairs or a list of tasks provided by the cyclically set periodicity may await. According to official regulations, the tenth scheduled service repeats Service 2, and spark plugs are changed on all petrol engines.

Spark Plug Replacement. The 1.6 GDI and 1.6 T-GDI engines use identical plugs – 1884610060 (4 pieces). Instead of these, you can choose one of several reliable options: NGK 93815, Denso VXUH20I, Bosch 0 242 129 524. The 2.0 MPI engine uses plugs 1884611070. NGK SILZKR7B11, Bosch 0 242 135 548, and Denso IXUH22FTT can also be considered as replacements. For the 2.4 GDI modification, it is recommended to use original plugs – 1884911070. Sat ST-18854-10080 or the same Denso IXUH22FTT are often ordered instead.

Replacement by Lifespan

Some procedures performed during scheduled maintenance do not have a strict periodicity; they are carried out based on the results of an inspection showing part wear. These include:

1. drive belt replacement;
2. water pump replacement;
3. glow plug replacement;
4. brake pad and disc replacement;
5. timing chain replacement;
6. manual and robotic gearbox oil change.

The accessory drive belt is changed when necessary. Which one to install depends on the engine. The Sportage 4 1.6 is equipped with belt 252122B740. Equivalents: Gates 6PK1263, ContiTech 6PK1264, Trialli 6PK-1264, Masuma 6PK-1255. The 2.0 MPI engine uses a V-ribbed belt – 252122E300. Substitutes: Gates 6PK1780, Skf VKMV 6PK1778, and DONGIL 6PK1780. For the 2.4 GDI motor, two belts are used: one drives the pump (part number 25212-2GGA1), and the second drives all other units (alternator, power steering, air conditioning compressor) – 252122GGB0 (equivalent Gates 3PK796SF).

The diesel 1.7 engine uses belt 252122A610. Instead of the original, options include: GATES 5PK1810, DAYCO 5PK1810S, and MILES 5PK1815. The drive belt for the 2.0 CRDI is 252122F310. Its equivalents: BOSCH 1 987 946 016, CONTITECH 6PK2415, SKF VKMV 6PK2411.

The Water Pump also has different part numbers depending on the engine.

• 1.6 – 251002B700. Equivalent: Gates WP0170, Ina 538066710, Luzar LWP 0822.
• 2.0 MPI – 251002E020. Equivalent: Skf VKPC 95905, Miles AN21285, FREE-Z KP 0261.
• 2.4 GDI – 251002GTC0. Equivalent: FENOX HB5604, Luzar LWP 0824.
• 1.7 CRDI – 251002A300. Equivalent: GMB GWHY-61A, SKF VKPC 95886, DOLZ H-224.
• 2.0 CRDI – 251002F700. Equivalent: MANDO EWPK0011, AISIN wpy-040, INA/LUK 538 0670 10.

Glow plugs (found in diesels). For the 1.7, plugs 367102A900 are used. Common substitute options: DENSO DG-657, BLUE PRINT ADG01845, Mando MMI040003. In the 2.0 CRDI engine, 367102F300 are installed. Their third-party equivalent: PATRON PGP068 and Mando MMI040004.

Transmission oil in Manual and 7DCT gearboxes on the Sportage 4 is recommended to be changed at 120,000 km. MTF & DCTF 70W, API GL-4 is used. The original part number is 04300KX1B0.

Timing Chain. The Sportage 4 is fitted with a chain; the manufacturer calculates its resource for the entire life of the engine (to be changed during major overhaul), but to ensure it lasts longer, it is advised to change the timing chain at Service 6 or around 90,000–100,000 km. The chain used, as well as additional consumables for its installation, depends on the engine modification.

Kia Sportage 4 Maintenance Costs

Servicing the Kia Sportage 4 will be most expensive at an authorized dealer, which is unavoidable while the car is under warranty. You will have to pay more for parts, as most will be original, as well as for the master's labour during replacement and diagnostics.

To calculate how much the Sportage 4 service costs, you need to sum up the price of consumables for the list of tasks and add the cost of labour hours at the service station. Therefore, the price will vary depending on the region and the service centre itself.

The table below lists the spare parts required for the procedures provided by the maintenance map for each specific engine. You can save on maintenance by doing everything yourself and using high-quality equivalents.