How to change front windshield wipers on KIA Sportage III (SL) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Wiper blade : 12month
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 1.6 GDI,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 1.7 CRDi,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi AWD,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT AWD,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi AWD,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi AWD,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT AWD,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 GDI,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 GDI AWD,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT AWD,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT AWD,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT AWD,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 1.6 LPG,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 1.6 GDI,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT AWD,
KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle
All the parts you need to replace – Wiper Blades for SPORTAGE (SL) and other KIA models
Wiper blade for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi Diesel (136 hp)
Wiper blade for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi AWD Diesel (136 hp)
Wiper blade for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT Petrol (166 hp)
Rear wiper blade for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 1.6 GDI Petrol (135 hp)
Rear wiper blade for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 1.7 CRDi Diesel (116 hp)
Rear wiper blade for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi AWD Diesel (184 hp)
Rear wiper blade for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi Diesel (184 hp)
Rear wiper blade for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT Petrol (163 hp)
Rear wiper blade for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT AWD Petrol (163 hp)
Rear wiper blade for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi Diesel (136 hp)
Rear wiper blade for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi AWD Diesel (136 hp)
Rear wiper blade for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT Petrol (166 hp)
Wiper Arm Set, window cleaning for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 1.6 GDI Petrol (135 hp)
Wiper Arm Set, window cleaning for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 1.7 CRDi Diesel (116 hp)
Wiper Arm Set, window cleaning for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi AWD Diesel (184 hp)
Wiper Arm Set, window cleaning for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi Diesel (184 hp)
Wiper Arm Set, window cleaning for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT Petrol (163 hp)
Wiper Arm Set, window cleaning for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT AWD Petrol (163 hp)
Wiper Arm Set, window cleaning for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi Diesel (136 hp)
Wiper Arm Set, window cleaning for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CRDi AWD Diesel (136 hp)
Wiper Arm Set, window cleaning for KIA SPORTAGE (SL) 2.0 CVVT Petrol (166 hp)
Replacement: windshield wipers – KIA SPORTAGE (SL). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Always replace front wiper blades together. It will ensure efficient and uniform cleaning of the windshield.
Don't confuse the wiper blades of the driver and passenger side.
The replacement procedure for both wiper blades is identical.
Please note: all work on the car – KIA SPORTAGE (SL) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
Step 1
Prepare the new windscreen wipers.
Step 2
Pull the wiper arm away from the glass surface until it stops.
Step 3
Press the clip.
Step 4
Remove the blade from the wiper arm.
Replacement: windshield wipers – KIA SPORTAGE (SL). Professionals recommend:
When replacing the wiper blade, take caution to prevent the spring-loaded wiper arm from hitting the glass.
Step 5
Install the new wiper blade and carefully press the wiper arm down to the glass.
Replacement: windshield wipers – KIA SPORTAGE (SL). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Don't touch the wiper blade at the working rubber edge to prevent damage to the graphite coating. Ensure that the blade rubber strip fits tightly to the glass along the entire length.
Step 6
Switch on the ignition.
Step 7
After installation check the wipers performance. The blades shouldn't intersect or bump against the windshield seal.
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