If the fluid level is fine, but the Power Steering isn't working, it's possible the pump has gone out. Another possibility is that the power steering belt is broken or slipping. It may need to be replaced or adjusted.
kia service manual does not specify the capacity of power steering fluid. Just keep adding and then run , stop check power steering dip stick, Read if necessary.
You don't have enough steering fluid.
Low fluid level? Bad steering pump? Worn steering rack?
You may need to purchase some power steering fluid. Make sure when adding fluid to your vehicle that you keep car running.
If your power steering pump is not working as well as it used to.
Check the power steering pump for fluid as well as make sure that the pump is working and the belt it tight. If the pump is not working then the steering will be hard to turn.
Enough to fill it to the manufacturer's specification.
Sportage has a drain plug on the bottom of the pan. which will drain most of the fluid out.
You may not have enough steering fluid?
Check the fluid level & pump belt.
Because you don't have enough the transmission fluid in the system.
The power steering pump on an automobile will not air lock. If the power steering is not working properly, it could be that the pump itself is in need of repair. Replacing the power steering belt might also fix this problem. Also check to make sure the pump has enough fluid to operate properly.