Kia Sportage: Exhaust Emission Control System / Description and operation
Exhaust emissions (CO, HC, NOx) are controlled by a combination of engine modifications
and the addition of special control components.
Modifications to the combustion chamber, intake manifold, camshaft and ignition
system form the basic control system.
These items have been integrated into a highly effective system which controls
exhaust emissions while maintaining good drivability and fuel economy.
Description
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 nit ...
Other information:
Component Location
1. Horn switch
2. Horn relay (Built - in Metal Core Block PCB)
3. Horn (Low pitch)
4. Horn (High pitch)
5. Clock spring
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Be sure the exhaust system does not leak.
The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change
the oil or for any other purpose. If you hear a change in the sound of the exhaust
or if you drive over something that strikes the underneath side of the vehicle,
have the e ...