Kia Sportage: Charging System

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Service & Repair Manual / Engine Electrical System / Charging System

Repair procedures

On-vehicle Inspection Spark Test 1. Disconnect the ignition coil connectors (A). 2. Remove the ignition coils (A). 3. Using a spark plug socket, remove the spark plug. 4. Install th ...

Description and Operation

Description The charging system includes a battery, an alternator with a built-in regulator, and the charging indicator light and wire. The Alternator has built-in diodes, each rectifying AC curre ...

Other Information:

Rear camera display
The Rear camera display will activate when the back up light is ON with the ignition switch ON and the shift lever in the R (Reverse) position. This system is a supplemental system that shows beh ...

Heater Unit: Repair procedures
Replacement 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/ recycling/ charging station. 3. When the engine is cool, drain the engine coola ...