Kia Sportage: Components and Components Location

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Service & Repair Manual / Heating,Ventilation, Air Conditioning / Air Conditioning System / Components and Components Location

Repair procedures

Refrigerant System Service Basics Refrigerant Recovery Use only service equipment that is U.L-listed and is certified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to remove HFC-134a(R-134a) from the ...

Compressor Oil: Repair procedures

Oil Specification 1. The HFC-134a system requires synthetic (PAG) compressor oil whereas the R-12 system requires mineral compressor oil. The two oils must never be mixed. 2. Compressor (P ...

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Compressor: Repair procedures
Removal 1. If the compressor is marginally operable, run the engine at idle speed, and let the air conditioning work for a few minutes, then shut the engine off. 2. Disconnect the negativ ...

Main fuse and multi fuse
If the main fuse and multi fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows: 1.Disconnect the negative battery cable. 2.Remove the nuts shown in the picture above. 3.Replace the fuse with a new one o ...