Kia Sportage: Ignition System / Repair procedures
| Inspect ignition coil assembly and
Perform spark test |
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Check for DTCs.
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If a DTC is present, perform troubleshooting in accordance with
the procedure for that DTC. (Refer to DTC guide)
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| 2. |
Check if sparks occur.
| (1) |
Remove the engine cover.
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| (2) |
Remove the ignition coils.
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| (3) |
Using a spark plug wrench, remove the spark plugs.
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| (4) |
Disconnect the injector extension connectors.
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| (5) |
Ground the spark plug to the engine.
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| (6) |
Check if sparks occur at each spark plug while engine is being
cranked.
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Do not crank the engine for more then 5 seonds.
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| 3. |
If sparks do not occur, perform the following test.
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| 4. |
Using a spark plug wrench, install spark plugs.
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| 5. |
Install the ignition coils.
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| 6. |
Install the engine cover.
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Description
Ignition timing is controlled by the electronic control ignition timing system.
The standard reference ignition timing data for the engine operating conditions
are ...
Troubleshooting
Symptom
Suspect Area
Remedy
Engine will not start or is hard to
start (Cranks OK)
Ignition lock s ...
Other information:
Components Location
1. BCM (TPMS)
2. TPMS Sensor (FL)
3. TPMS Sensor (RL)
4. TPMS Sensor (RR)
5. TPMS Sensor (FR)
...
Check your tires once a month or more.
Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire.
How to check
Use a good quality gauge to check tire pressure. You can not tell if your tires
are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly
inflated even when they're u ...
Description and operation
Troubleshooting