Kia Sportage: First generation JA (1993–2004)

First generation JA (1993–2004)

First generation JA (1993–2004)

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)
After a two-year hiatus, the model-year 2005 Sportage returned, sharing its Elantra-based platform with the 2005 Hyundai Tucson. Critics and fans of the original, pre-Hyundai Sportage complain that it ...

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Maintenance under severe usage conditions
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals. R : Replace I : I ...

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Guide Before Thinking The Product Has Malfunctioned 1. Errors which occur during the operation or installation of the device may be mistaken as a malfunction of the actual device. ...

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