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

Second generation JE/KM (2004–2010)

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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Transaxle Oil Temperature Sensor: Description and Operation
Description Transaxle oil temperature sensor monitors the automatic transaxle fluid''s temperature and conveys the readings to TCM. It is an NTC (Negative Thermal Coefficient) sensor whose resi ...

Oil Cooler: Repair procedures
Removal 1. Loosen the drain plug, and drain the coolant. Remove the radiator cap to speed draining. 2. Disconnect the oil cooler coolant hoses (A). 3. Remove the oil filter (A). 4. Loo ...