Kia Sportage: First generation JA (1993–2004)

First generation JA (1993–2004)

The first-generation Kia Sportage was developed with a Mazda Bongo engineering base platform. It shares many mechanical components such as the engine, transmissions (early versions), and differentials with the Mazda line of vehicles. This was during Kia's alliance with Ford and Mazda, which involved Ford/Mazda providing technology and Kia providing inexpensive manufacturing facilities for Ford.

Second generation JE/KM (2004–2010)

After a two-year hiatus, the model-year 2005 Sportage returned, sharing its Elantra-based platform with the 2005 Hyundai Tucson. Critics and fans of the original, pre-Hyundai Sportage complain that it ...

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Brake Pedal: Repair procedures
Removal 1. Remove the crash pad lower panel and reinforcement panel. (Refer to the Body group- crash pad). 2. Pull down steering column shaft after removing bolts and nuts. 3. Disconnect t ...

Windshield Wipers - Vehicles With: Heated Wiper Blades. Autowipers
Windshield Wipers - Vehicles With: Heated Wiper Blades Heated Wiper Blade The heated wiper blades turn on in low temperature when the windshield wipers are active or defrost is on. Note: In below fr ...

Kia Sportage: First generation JA (1993–2004)

Second generation JE/KM (2004–2010)

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