
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 with the Mazda line of vehicles. This was during Kia's alliance with Ford and Mazda, which involved Ford/Mazda providing technology and Kia providing inexpensive manufacturing facilities for Ford.
Second generation JE/KM (2004–2010)Evaporator Temperature Sensor: Description and Operation
Description
The evaporator temperature sensor will detect the evaporator
core temperature and interrupt compressor relay power in order to
prevent evaporator freezing by excessive cooling ...
Fuel requirements
Your new vehicle is designed to use only unleaded fuel having a pump octane number
((R+M)/2) of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. (Do not use methanol blended
fuels)
Your new vehicle is d ...