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
Exhaust emissions (CO, HC, NOx) are controlled by a combination of engine modifications
and the addition of special control components.
Modifications to the combust ...
Removal
WCC
1.
Remove the exhaust manifold.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Exhaust Manifold")
UCC
1.
R ...
Other information:
Front air bags
Front air bags are designed to inflate in a frontal collision depending on the
impact of the front collision.
Side and/or curtain air bags
Side and/or curtain air bags are designed to inflate when an impact is detected
by side collision sensors depending on the impact res ...
Replacement
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
•
Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove inter ...