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How to Change the Oil on a 2012 Kia Sportage?

Model: Kia Sportage - Years: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Part: Service warning light

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On the 2012 Kia Sportage, the oil change is indicated by the service light that illuminates on the dashboard. When you see it, you need to obtain a new oil filter and the appropriate engine oil for your car and proceed with the replacement as shown in the video: first, drain the oil sump located underneath the car, and in the meantime, change the filter; finally, top up with new engine oil through the filler cap in the engine bay. Only at the end do you reset the service light (even though the procedure is shown at the beginning of the video).


Posted on 28 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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