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:
■ Frame number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the number used in registering your
vehicle and in all legal matters pertaining to its ownership, etc.
The number is punched on the front side wall of the engine room.
■ VIN label
The VIN is also on a plate attached to the top o ...
Description
Intake Air Temperature Sensor (IATS) is included inside Manifold Absolute Pressure
Sensor and detects the intake air temperature.
To calculate precise air quantity, correction of the air temperature is needed
because air density varies according to the temperat ...