Kia Sportage: Valve Clearance / Repair procedures
[Theta-II 2.4 GDI]
Check the valve clearance.
If necessary, adjust the valve clearance by replacing the tappets.
Other information:
Replacement
1.
Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2.
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "Crash pad lower panel")
3.
Disconnect the MDPS ECU connector (A).
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