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) Owners Manual: How to deactivate the Smart Power Liftgate function using the smart key

1. Door lock 2. Door unlock 3. Liftgate open 4. Panic If you press any button of the smart key during the Detect and Alert stage, the Smart Power Liftgate function will be deactivated. Make sure to be aware of how to deactivate the Smart Power Liftgate function for emergency situations. ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Air intake control

This is used to select the outside (fresh) air position or recirculated air position. To change the air intake control position, push the control button. Outside (fresh) air position With the outside (fresh) air position selected, air enters the vehicle from outside and is heated or cooled ...