Kia Sportage: Ignition System / Repair procedures
| Inspect ignition coil assembly and
Perform spark test |
| 1. |
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:
Description
A ratchet tightening device on the threaded fuel filler cap reduces the chances
of incorrect installation, which seals the fuel filler. After the gasket on
the fuel filler cap and the filler neck flange contact each other, the ratchet
produces a loud clicking noi ...
Specification
Spark Plug
Item
Specification
Type
SILZKR7E11
Gap
1.0 - 1.1 mm
(0.0394 - 0.0433 in.)
Electrode Material
Iridium
...