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 ...

Other information:

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual: Stop and tail lamp bulb replacement

1. Open the tailgate. 2. Open the service cover. 3. Loosen the light assembly retaining screws with a cross-tip screwdriver. 4. Remove the rear combination lamp assembly from the body of the vehicle. 5. Disconnect the rear combination lamp connector. 6. Remove the socket from the assembly ...

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Service Manual: Relay Box (Engine Compartment) Repair procedures

Inspection 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Pull out the relay from the engine compartment relay block. Power Relay (Type A) Check for continuity between the terminals. 1. Afte ...