Kia Sportage: Cylinder Head Assembly

Third generation SL (2010–2016) / Kia Sportage SL Service & Repair Manual / Engine Mechanical System / Cylinder Head Assembly

Timing Chain: Repair procedures

Removal     • Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces. • To avoid damage, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connec ...

Valve Clearance Adjustment

Valve Clearance Inspection And Adjustment     Inspect and adjust the valve clearance when the engine is cold (Engine coolant temperature : 20°C (68°F)) and cylinder hea ...

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Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS): Repair procedures
Inspection 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Remove the ECTS (Refer to "Removal"). 3. After immersing the thermistor of the sensor into engine coolant, measure resistance between the ECT ...

Driving on grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer o ...