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 (2015-2025) Service Manual: Smart Key Unit Repair procedures

Removal Smart Key Unit    Take care not to scratch the crash pad and related parts. [LHD] 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual: License Lamps Repair procedures

Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the license lamp after pushing the locking hooks (A). 3. Remove the license lamp bulb (B) after removing the license lamp socket ...