Kia Sportage: Exhaust Emission Control System / Catalytic Converter Description and operation

The catalytic converter of the gasoline engine is a three way catalyst. It oxidizes carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons (HC), and separates oxygen from the oxides of nitrogen (NOx).

Catalytic Converter (WCC)

Catalytic Converter (UCC)

Description and operation

Description Exhaust emissions (CO, HC, NOx) are controlled by a combination of engine modifications and the addition of special control components. Modifications to the combust ...

Catalytic Converter Repair procedures

Removal WCC 1. Remove the exhaust manifold. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Exhaust Manifold") UCC 1. R ...

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Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: CVVT Oil Control Valve (OCV) Repair procedures

Inspection Coil Resistance 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. 2. Disconnect the OCV connector. 3. Measure resistance between the OCV terminals 1 and 2. 4. Check th ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Detecting area

The Smart Power Liftgate operates with a welcome alert if the smart key is detected within 20 ~ 40 inches (50 ~ 100 cm) from the liftgate. The alert stops once the smart key is positioned outside the detecting area during the Detect and Alert stage. ✽ NOTICE The Smart Power Lif ...