Kia Sportage: Second generation JE/KM (2004–2010)

Second generation JE/KM (2004–2010)

After a two-year hiatus, the model-year 2005 Sportage returned, sharing its Elantra-based platform with the 2005 Hyundai Tucson. Critics and fans of the original, pre-Hyundai Sportage complain that it is considerably larger than the original Sportage and has none of the earlier off-road capability, the two keys for its success.

First generation JA (1993–2004)

The first-generation Kia Sportage was developed with a Mazda Bongo engineering base platform. It shares many mechanical components such as the engine, transmissions (early versions), and differentials ...

Third generation SL (2010–2016)

The SL series Kia Sportage was released in April 2010 to Asian and European markets, followed by the North and Central American markets in August 2010 for model year 2011. Australian models were relea ...

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Fuel Pump: Repair procedures
Inspection [Fuel pump] 1. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and then remove battery (-) cable. 2. Remove the fuel pump assembly. 3. Check motor operation by fuel pump connector (A) connecti ...

Temperature Control Actuator: Repair procedures
Inspection 1. Ignition "OFF" 2. Disconnect the connector of temperature control actuator. 3. Verify that the temperature control actuator operates to the hot position when connecting 12V ...

Kia Sportage: Second generation JE/KM (2004–2010)

First generation JA (1993–2004)

Third generation SL (2010–2016)

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