Kia Sportage: Second generation JE/KM (2004–2010)

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 is considerably larger than the original Sportage and has none of the earlier off-road capability, the two keys for its success.

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 ...

Third generation SL (2010–2016)

The SL series Kia Sportage was released in April 2010 to Asian and European markets, followed by the North and Central American markets in August 2010 for model year 2011. Australian models were relea ...

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For best battery service
Keep the battery securely mounted. Keep the battery top clean and dry. Keep the terminals and connections clean, tight, and coated with petroleum jelly or terminal grease. Rinse any spille ...

Transmitter precautions
The transmitter will not work if any of the following occurs: The ignition key is in the ignition switch. You exceed the operating distance limit (10 m [about 30 feet]). The battery in the tra ...

Kia Sportage: Second generation JE/KM (2004–2010)

First generation JA (1993–2004)

Third generation SL (2010–2016)

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