Kia Sportage: Alternator: Components and Components Location

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Repair procedures

On-vehicle Inspection     • Check that the battery cables are connected to the correct terminals. • Disconnect the battery cables when the battery is g ...

Alternator: Repair procedures

Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery negative terminal first, then the positive terminal. Tightening torque : (+) terminal : 7.8 ~ 9.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.0kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 7.2lb-ft) (-) te ...

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Good driving practices
Never take the vehicle out of gear and coast down a hill. This is extremely hazardous. Always leave the vehicle in gear. Don't "ride" the brakes. This can cause them to overheat ...

Engine Oil: Repair procedures
Oil And Filter Replacement     • Prolonged and repeated contact with mineral oil will result in the removal of natural fats from the skin, leading to dryness, ...